Stories on the dock

The emotions of the first sailing course

Sailing, the emotions of the first course Luffing, bearing away, easing, hauling. Jib, boom, mainsail, close-hauled and abeam. For two…

2 years ago

Sea myths and superstitions

Tradition through sea myths and superstitionsIn ancient times, the building of a boat followed strict rituals of deep sacredness. These…

2 years ago

Ferdinandea Island: a European conflict averted

Ferdinandea Island: what really happened? On the morning of July 12th 1831, the sun was shining on the elegant hats…

3 years ago

Antonio Aiello: from Gran Canaria to Mindelo with Sergio Davì and the legendary Nuova Jolly Prince 38

The adventure of Antonio Aiello on board the Aretusa Explorer, Sergio Davì's Price 38 It seems almost obvious but, for…

3 years ago

The unexpected event that shaped Cannes

In the middle of the 20th century, Nicolas Bouver wrote: "When travelling, the best thing is to get lost. When…

3 years ago

Uproar and military livery on Elba Island

Elba Island, a passionate prose recounts the sinking of the steamer Andrea Sgarallino, attended by Galeazzo Ciano, who was shortly…

3 years ago

Rainbow Warrior. The story of the boat that defied Mitterand

The story of the Rainbow Warrior The Sir William Hardy, a British Ministry of Agriculture-owned fishing vessel and the first…

3 years ago

Living on a boat, dream or reality?

Living on a boat is a lifestyle choice that is in the dreams of many sea lovers. This thought is…

5 years ago

That swing bridge across the Osor Channel

Across the Osor Channel Those who dock on Selve Island must decide between to options: to continue towards "Punta Bianca"…

5 years ago

Effects of seafaring life on body and spirit

“Since sailors, and crews in particular, live in conditions and habits that are different from the rest of society, it…

5 years ago