Israel’s Illegal Interceptions Endanger Every Vessel at Sea
Israel Navy’s commit illegal piracy on the civilian sailinhg vessels in a blatant violation of UNCLOS.
Author Archive for: Koen
Entries by Koen
Tapas, Furler Troubles: Almerimar to Portocolom
A sailing journey unfolds from Almerimar to Ibiza onwards to Portocolom, encountering unexpected challenges like a stubborn mainsail. Despite the setbacks, we have friends, do repairs, and find solutions.
New Sails for Bagabonda!
After years of planning, Bagabonda finally gets new sails, marking a new chapter in its journey. The owner reflects on the importance of sails for performance and shares the adventure of picking them up in Gibraltar.
When our house flies
The recent haul-out of our Amel Santorin, Bagabonda, included a comprehensive antifouling treatment, a detailed inspection and replacement of through-hulls, and the installation of a new through-hull for a future water maker. While the process evokes mixed emotions, it’s crucial for ensuring Bagabonda remains in prime condition for future adventures.
Starlink on a sailboat!
Adapting Starlink for Bagabonda revolutionized connectivity at sea, requiring a custom antenna mount, a 12V router, and a power-over-Ethernet solution for sustainability.
Power boost – Lithium Batteries on a sailboat
Our sailboat battery upgrade to lithium, and adding much more monitoring is part of our projects in making Bagabonda, our Amel Santorin, as autonomous as we technically can.
Finally, a saloon worth sitting in
An upgrade in the cockpit of Bagabonda with stylish, durable cushions and plush mattresses.
Cabrera, Balearic Islands
Secured permit & mooring buoy, we sailed from Mallorca to Cabrera. Serene mooring, brief storm, & castlevisit marked our memorable adventure.
Bizerte, Tunisia
Sailing is an ageless pastime because of the refreshing breezes of the Mediterranean, the soothing sound of waves lapping against the shore, and the exhilaration of being out on the open water. However, our most recent voyage, which departed from Mallorca and brought us to Bizerte, Tunisia, was more than just a trip; it was […]
Amel Yachts and Their Creators Navigating Legacy, An Enduring Voyage
Henri Amel’s legacy lives on in Chantiers Amel’s durable, comfortable yachts, such as our Santorin, championing innovation, self-sufficiency, and a passionate sailing community ethos.