What a difference the sun makes! Our latest sailing adventure was absolutely glorious, proving that a little sunshine can transform everything. And we weren't the only ones enjoying it.
On our way to Canna, the wildlife put on an incredible show. We spotted dolphins leaping through the waves, the distinctive shapes of puffins, and majestic gannets diving for fish. As we approached Canna, we even said, "It's a shame we didn't see a whale." Then, as if by magic, a couple of minke whales surfaced right before our eyes! I'm still kicking myself for being a "shit photographer" and not capturing the moment, but I'm holding out hope that one of my fellow crew members got some cracking shots.
Entering Canna didn't disappoint. The island was utterly amazing, with crystal blue waters and gorgeous, picturesque buildings. I hadn't packed my swimsuit, so I settled for a refreshing paddle in my undies while Malcolm tackled a challenge set by our skipper, Simon, for young Mark.
We also visited a beautiful church with a stone roof that Malcolm had never seen anything like before – a truly unique architectural gem.
Back on board, the fun continued. Two of our crew members were practicing for their competent crew certificates, diligently towing around the boat. Then, four of us couldn't resist the allure of the sea and decided to jump off the boat into the glorious water. After the initial shock of the chill, it was absolutely exhilarating! I loved every second of it.
To cap off a perfect day, we enjoyed a lovely dinner on board, cooked by our skipper Simon. It was all so perfect, we really should have spent the night there! But alas, the adventure continued, and off we went again.