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Coastal Ventures: Sailing from Porto to Figueira da Foz with an Epic Dolphin Encounter Episode 131
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Coastal Ventures: Sailing from Porto to Figueira da Foz with an Epic Dolphin Encounter Episode 131
This week we make another hop down the coast from Porto to Figueira da Foz. Along the way, we encounter a large and friendly pod of dolphins that spend time with us before heading off to do dolphin stuff. Then we make our way into the dock at this small bu...
Seafaring Eats: Sailing Adventures and Culinary Delights in Porto with Taste of Porto Episode 130
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Seafaring Eats: Sailing Adventures and Culinary Delights in Porto with Taste of Porto Episode 130
After a quick trip to take care of a few boat chores the crew heads off to walk in the footsteps of Anthony Bourdain. This week we connect with Taste of Porto for a walking tour of the highlights of this gastronomic hotbed with its small neighborhood pubs ...
From Baiona to Porto: Sailing South for the Mediterranean Adventure! Ep 129
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From Baiona to Porto: Sailing South for the Mediterranean Adventure! Ep 129
Summer is heading into fall, and it is time for us to get a move on to reach the Mediterranean before it gets too far into September. This week we make a quick stop in the ancient port city of Baiona before heading south to Porto Portugal and the Port of L...
Voyage to Vigo: Exploring 17th-Century Forts and Seaside Charm – Episode 128
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Voyage to Vigo: Exploring 17th-Century Forts and Seaside Charm – Episode 128
After a few days in the wonderful village of Camariñas, it is time for the crew of Gargoyle to head further south. This week we brave a rough exit to make the 65nm run down to the beautiful city of Vigo. There we explore a fort dating to the 1600’s, wal...
Scotland to Spain: A Rollercoaster Sailing Saga! Episode 127
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Scotland to Spain: A Rollercoaster Sailing Saga! Episode 127
After four years and over 30,000nm of sailing it is finally time for us to begin our passage to Europe. On this run down from Scotland to Spain we are joined by friend and frequent crew member Tara from Vancouver. This will be her first offshore passage on...
Sailing Gargoyle’s Castle Quest: Navigating Storms in Firth of Clyde Episode 126
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Sailing Gargoyle’s Castle Quest: Navigating Storms in Firth of Clyde Episode 126
Bedazzled with ninety meters of new chain and an assortment of long overdue updates, Gargoyle departs Largs Marina bound for more exploring. This week we check out the Burnt Islands and then check off the bucket list item of being moored in the shadow of a...
Gargoyle’s Chain Replacement Adventure: Discovering Largs Yacht Haven Episode.125
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Gargoyle’s Chain Replacement Adventure: Discovering Largs Yacht Haven Episode.125
This week proves the axiom regarding the best laid plans as we have to abort our anchorage plan and find a chandlery to replace badly corroded chain. Luckily for us, Largs Yacht Haven proves to be the finest marine center we have yet to find in our 35,000 ...
Seeking Shelter in the Storm: Gargoyle’s Quest for Safe Anchorage Episode 124
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Seeking Shelter in the Storm: Gargoyle’s Quest for Safe Anchorage Episode 124
High winds are forecast for the Firth of Clyde, so it is time for us to find a place to tuck away and hide for a few days. Our first attempt is on the Isle of Arran, but it proves to be untenable as the mooring field is tight for a 15m yacht. Next, we run ...
Navigating the Tides: Exploring Campbeltown’s Hidden Gems | Sailing Gargoyle Ep. 123
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Navigating the Tides: Exploring Campbeltown’s Hidden Gems | Sailing Gargoyle Ep. 123
This week it is all about the timing as we make the run down the Sound of Jura, around the Mull of Kintyre and then up the Firth of Clyde to Campbeltown. Tides and currents in this area are notoriously severe, running from two to four knots at times and mi...
Exploring Gigha: From White Sand Beaches to Mull of Kintyre Adventure Episode 122
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Exploring Gigha: From White Sand Beaches to Mull of Kintyre Adventure Episode 122
We motor sail from Tayvallich to the Island of Gigha, one of the Small Isles of the Inner Hebrides, which has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Here we relax and enjoy the white sand beaches said to rival the Caribbean islands. After a restful few ni...
Sailing up Loch Sween to the Village of Tayvallich Episode 121
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Sailing up Loch Sween to the Village of Tayvallich Episode 121
It is time to say goodbye to the incredible Isle of Jura. Today we sail across the Sound of Jura and venture up the Loch of Sween to the magical village of Tayvallich. On the way we pass the oldest stone castle in Scotland, the Castle of Sween before squee...
Sailing the Irish Sea to the Isle of Jura Ep. 120
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Sailing the Irish Sea to the Isle of Jura Ep. 120
This week we are playing catch up as we have taken the past week off to reunite with old friends. Now we are off to cross the Irish Sea to the Isle of Jura, Scotland. After a quick overnight run under extended high latitude summer daylight, we grab a moori...
From Crosshaven to Kinsale: Exploring Ireland’s Gourmet Capital and the Drink of the Gods Ep 119
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From Crosshaven to Kinsale: Exploring Ireland’s Gourmet Capital and the Drink of the Gods Ep 119
We are on the move from Crosshaven to Kinsale Ireland, the gourmet capital of Ireland. This once sleepy fishing village has been transformed in the past twenty years into a tourism center with a variety of great dining experiences, postcard worthy scenery,...
Bilge Pumps and Headaches: Getting Gargoyle Ship-Shape Again! Ep.118
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Bilge Pumps and Headaches: Getting Gargoyle Ship-Shape Again! Ep.118
n this thrilling episode of our sailing channel, join us as we face unexpected challenges upon getting Gargoyle back in the water. Our peaceful evening at the dock takes a dramatic turn when the bilge pump kicks in and doesn't stop, causing panic as we fea...
Unloading Gargoyle: A Journey to Cork, Ireland Ep 117
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Unloading Gargoyle: A Journey to Cork, Ireland Ep 117
After 14,000 nautical miles and forty days, it was finally time to unload Gargoyle in Cork Ireland. We had heard horror stories about yachts damaged in transit by big seas so we were nervous as to what state our home would arrive. Planned to be first off t...
Shipping Pets Internationally aka Sam and Dean’s Big Adventure Ep. 116
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Shipping Pets Internationally aka Sam and Dean’s Big Adventure Ep. 116
Traveling internationally with one’s pets is an expensive and nerve-wracking adventure. This week we go through all the steps and costs to transport Sam and Dean, our two Devon Rex cats, from Auckland New Zealand to Dublin Ireland. Using a pet exporter i...
Nerve Wracking! We watch as our home is lifted onto a yacht transport ship by a huge crane! Ep. 115
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Nerve Wracking! We watch as our home is lifted onto a yacht transport ship by a huge crane! Ep. 115
Today is the most nerve-wracking day for us as we watch our home lifted aboard a yacht transport ship by a huge crane. Our home, Gargoyle, a Beneteau Oceanis 50, is off on a 14,000 nautical mile journey from Auckland New Zealand to Cork Ireland aboard Seve...
Our Toughest Decision Yet! Ep 114
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Our Toughest Decision Yet! Ep 114
Four years into our voyages and after having navigated multiple COVID outbreaks, frightening storms, and costly repairs, the crew of Gargoyle faces their toughest decision yet. Preparing to ship their sailboat half-way around the world. They discuss the op...
Emergency Haulout Ep 113
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Emergency Haulout Ep 113
We typically plan our haulouts for work months in advance due to their cost. Unfortunately, this week we have our first emergency haulout to address a potential keel grid issue on Gargoyle. We noticed cracks in our bilge and after a visit by not one but tw...
Exploring Waiheke Island Wines Ep. 112
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Exploring Waiheke Island Wines Ep. 112
It is time for us to explore the gem of the Haruaki Gulf, Waiheke Island. Known for excellent wine and cafés, this island is a quick ferry ride from Auckland. We motor down on a weekend and after dodging the rush hour boat traffic tuck in to wait for a pe...
Whales, Dolphins and Gales off New Zealand Ep. 111
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Whales, Dolphins and Gales off New Zealand Ep. 111
This week we continue our sail down the east coast of the North Island and we encounter whales, dolphins and yet another of the endless New Zealand gales we have experienced this season. As we have become accustomed to doing, we keep an especially close ey...
Gargoyle’s Lift
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Gargoyle’s Lift
Hard to believe it has been two weeks since Gargoyle was loaded on the Happy Dynamic. All reports from the ship have been calm seas and good weather. Next stop Panama, ETA April 26th.
Sailing into History The Whangamumu Whaling Station Ep. 110
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Sailing into History The Whangamumu Whaling Station Ep. 110
After a few months in the Bay of Islands it is time for us to head south toward Auckland. Along the way we stopped to explore the Whangamumu Whaling Station. But first we begin the trip by heading around Cape Brett on one of the best sailing days we have s...
Touring the Bay of Islands Ep. 109
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Touring the Bay of Islands Ep. 109
It is time to take another tour and this time we venture out to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds as well as the Stone Store in Kerikeri. The Treaty Grounds are just a few minutes from the Bay of Islands marina and is the protected site of the signing of the fir...

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