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We stayed for a week in Muxia, in the Ria de Camarinas, relaxing after our Bay of Biscay crossing, avoiding the storm and also awaiting delivery of our replacement internet connection box which was being shipped from the UK by FedEx. The box reached Madrid but customs wouldn’t release it, so we eventually had to set sail without it, planning to try again later in our trip. Once Storm Oscar had passed the girls enjoyed exploring the bay near Muxia marina and jumping into the sea from the rocks.
As well as exploring we have also been keeping up with our home (boat) schooling, which works well using our large saloon table as a desk.
The Spanish Rias are estuaries along the Galician coast, tucked away from the rugged north west Spanish coastline, which offer sheltered locations for yachts to explore. Our next journey was a sail to the beautiful Ria de Muros, where we anchored in the bay just outside the picturesque old fishing town of Muros. The girls swam from the boat, and we all sampled some local seafood and explored the old town.
After a few days in Muros it was time to move on again, this time 45 miles south to Baiona at the entrance to the Ria de Vigo. On the way we spotted more dolphins, many sea birds, and the unusual sight of a sunfish which leapt out of the water just as we were passing!
Baiona is famous as the first port to hear about Christopher Columbus’ discovery of America when one of the ships in his expedition, the Pinta, returned to Spain ahead of Columbus in 1493. On Father’s Day, Sunday 18th June, we walked around the town, exploring the castle and stopping for an ice cream on the way.
Father’s Day ice-cream
We are here in Baiona marina for a couple of days, before continuing our journey further south – next stop Portugal!
Hi guys,
Really glad to see you are on your way. We are also following your progress on Noforeignland. We are currently in French Polynesia living the dream. Good luck with your travels. We are so happy for you all. Lyndsey & David. SY KUMO. Xxx
Ahhh so glad you are enjoying the journey!! It looks amazing!! Hello to Suzy, Lucy and Sophie!! xx
Hi Will, I am sure you are aware of the hazards currently being experienced due to rogue Orcas further south. Please take note of all the experiences of those who have lost rudders…and worse…and take care.
Happy happy Father’s Day, Will! What better way to spend it?! Ice cream looks lush. Love to Suzy and the girls x Aunty Shy
Lovely to read all the news and adventures
Glad you avoided the storms … was thinking of you all