29 June 12:45 Lipari 38:28.622N 15:47.535E

09:15 Load of washing on, clean key windows and clears with the RO water, which does an amazing job dissolving the salt. Tightened the traveller rope. Depart Ganzirri for Lipari. After
leaving the north end of the Messina Straits we set a bearing directly for Lipari. Light winds gave us some assist on a reaching motor sail until the winds dropped and the seas were millpond. Sails in. 12:45 We laid anchor adjoining the marina at Pignatario. Went ashore in the dinghy for lunch and supplies. Dave's 52nd birthday today so planning on a celebration dinner this evening.
When we returned to the boat we motored over to an anchorage near Darsena Piccola as it was away from the major ferry traffic and a far nicer location. Had a swim then commenced birthday celebrations with rose prosecco before heading into a restaurant nearby.
Watched the Italy v Switzerland Euro cup match. There was a table of Melbourne Italians alongside us. One of them was born on the island. Good meal and celebration. A lot of traffic in the Messina straits Sword fishing. 4 spotters atop look out, 1 on end of boom waiting to harpoon a Swordfish Tensioning the mainsail Nat and Carol discuss tactics! Dave’s 52nd birthday celebration in Lipari Attractive area in Lipari Nice anchorage at cliff face below old castle
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