La Palma

Chiscos - Atlantic Cruise
John Simpson
Wed 5 Oct 2011 15:37
28:40.74n
017:45.99w
We had a rather mixed crossing. The first 150 miles of
so, we had the wind forward of the beam and gentle seas. We made good progress.
The crew had a go at using the extensive fishing
equipment we have on board.
![]() But to no avail. We caught nothing!
The night was then very mixed. Twice, strong winds came
up from the east which only lasted about an hour and then left a sloppy sea.
Eventually we rolled all the sails away and motored the last 50 odd miles into
Santa Cruz.
We arrived in La Palma at first light this morning -
which in keeping with much of Spain - seemed quite late! (about 8.15
am)
![]() La Palma seems a pleasant island. We moored at
the new marina in Santa Cruz. I took the precaution of pre-booking a space via
email before we arrived, but I think I needn't have bothered!
![]() After something to eat and a good shower we went off to
explore the town.
The Spanish cafe culture pervades throughout the small
town.
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The town had a nice feel to it, although we were a
little concerned about these outside one shop!!
![]() Tomorrow we plan to walk the (I hope!) extinct
volcano.
John
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