BELLA ROSE, OYSTER 545, UP FOR SAIL, AN INDELIBLY SENSATIONAL SAILING ADVENTURE FROM MALTA TO SICILY TO THE GREEK ISLANDS TO ALBANIA TO MONTENEGRO TO CROATIA TO VENICE. SUMMER 2019.
Splice the mainsail!
Part 3: SAILING FROM THE GREEK ISLANDS TO ALBANIA
Albania… Yes, Albania! A surprise indeed. Let’s sail to Albania, Captain! Albania? You heard correctly! Okay! Really? Yes, you too heard correctly…
I know what! Let’s do the other thing we do best… Remind me, Captain said nudging gently. Trail… Of course, Sail & Trail.
We attempted to hire a 4×4; however, ended up with a Fiat Panda. We can’t take this off-road, or can we? Of course we can, but we’ll keep it to ourselves.
Well, let’s just say the Panda made it. We almost didn’t and turned back a few times, for dongas the size of the Fish River Canyon and sheer drops along single tracks as high at the Rockies caused a few near-death experiences. Fffff… Formidable!
For at least 100 kilometres, we took on rugged terrain. Brave or plain… irresponsible? I really prefer not to judge!
Alexander
September 22, 2019
I think adventurous describes your actions best! Foolhardy would only apply if something went wrong. Your approach to exploration and capturing images with your camera make your reader feel as if he was there as a privileged guest. The road/off road trip looked hot and dusty but another one to add to your many thrilling and absorbing adventures. Have you considered working for the Albanian Tourist Authority?
Nicola
September 23, 2019
Dear Alexander
The dictionary describes ADVENTURE as…
“willing to take risks or to try out new methods, ideas, or experiences.”
Next, the dictionary defines RISK as…
“the possibility that something unpleasant or unwelcome will happen.”
I’m sure you were to agree that an adventurer is a risk taker.
Aware of consequence; however, not quite sure of the actual or level…
I’ve considered many professions, experienced many, but working for the Albanian Tourist Authority hasn’t been one of them.
I’m always up for a new challenge.
Alexander
September 23, 2019
Well, long may you seek adventures and take risks because the rewards you reap are truly amazing