We begin our journey in Ponta Delgada on São Miguel, one of the Azores islands. Here, in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, breathtaking volcanic landscapes and lush nature await us. We'll take a few days to explore the island, adapting our itinerary to the weather and choosing our route through the islands based on wind conditions. This "island safari" offers the perfect opportunity to discover the diverse beauty of the Azores.
The route takes us from São Miguel to Horta on Faial. The total length of the sailing trip is approximately 350 nautical miles. We aim for a good mix of day trips and multi-day legs with overnight passages. The number of days at sea will depend significantly on the weather. We will make strategic decisions regarding the route and weather navigation together. In good conditions, we can experience the yacht's potential and achieve high speeds.
On multi-day passages, we sail continuously on a watch system, in which each crew member participates equally according to their different skills. This watch system allows us to fairly manage our sleep and distribute responsibilities for cooking and deck work. Several watch leaders are assigned to distribute responsibilities among the watches. This quickly establishes a comfortable routine of watches, navigation, and life on board.
Our destination port is Horta, on the island of Faial. Horta is known for its legendary sailing harbor and the colorful murals painted by crews who have crossed the Atlantic. After all, we also want to feel like we're discovering something – both on the high seas and in our ports of call.
