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6 Tips: Sardegna, Italia & Corsica, France Edition

Von |2025-07-10T06:33:59+02:00Juli 10th, 2025|Kategorien: Sailing|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Ready to drop anchor in some of the Med’s most legendary waters? Here are 6 tips for sailing crews + my personal favs (and fails) from this season’s Sardinia & Corsica loop: 1. Don’t get trapped in Porto Cervo – Overrated & overpriced. Unless you’re docking next to a superyacht for the ‘gram, move on. 2. Skip Bonifacio at mid-day – Gorgeous, yes, but painfully crowded. Hit it at sunrise or off-season. 3. Under-the-radar gem? Cala Gonone (Sardinia) – Perfect base to dinghy out to secluded caves & beaches like Cala Luna. 4. Pro tip: Always provision in Olbia – great markets, local cheeses, and solid wine at a fraction of the marina prices. 5. Sail north to Cap Corse (Corsica) – Wild, rugged, and totally underrated. Minimal crowds, maximum vibe. 6. Weather watch: The Mistral hits harder than you think. Don’t underestimate it – check forecasts religiously. I'm about to share my top discoveries with you...  Cities I like: Alghero (chill vibes + great seafood) City I love: Ajaccio – Napoleon’s hometown, but way more than history. Sunset aperitivo heaven. Place I dislike in peak season : La Maddalena – beautiful but chaos in peak season, and mooring fees are steep. Beach I wanna explore: Spiaggia di Tizzano (Corsica’s wild side – no marinas, just anchor & swim) Place I wanna visit again: Lavezzi Islands – raw, surreal beauty. Crystal water, granite boulders, absolute magic. Can’t wait to drop anchor there again. See you out there, sails full & fridge stocked with Vermentino! Stay tuned - I’m dropping it soon.  Love, Biggi

Sailing In Corsica: Serious Beauty

Von |2025-05-20T16:56:42+02:00Mai 20th, 2025|Kategorien: Sailing|Tags: , , , , , , |

New sails! Girolata North Corsica is serving serious beauty (and serious seafood). Anchors down, forks up! Discover unforgettable highlights:  pristine beaches, laid-back island lifestyle, rich Mediterranean flavors, vibrant local atmosphere, and the freedom to explore hidden coves only reachable by sea. Calvi We sailed from Elba to Corsica in a day—only in Europe can you change countries, cuisines, and coastlines this effortlessly. From Elba’s espresso to Corsica’s lobster, we crossed borders   under full sail—zero traffic, all magic and landed in a turquoise paradise. Saint Florent Macinaggio Don’t mis the tiny Roman village of Centuri famous for lobster fishing. Cap Corse is an evocative land featuring small villages overlooking the sea, harbors, a skyline dotted with Genoese towers and scenic roads twisting and turning through old hamlets. Centuri On the north western coast of Corsica visit Calvi. This has been a popular tourist spot since the early 20th century. Calvi Beach The Citadel, protected by ochre walls, is Calvi’s main attraction, resting on a cliff overlooking the sea of Northern Corsica. Boasting old alleys, historical buildings, and typical cafes, this site built during the Genoese domination, is the symbol of the town. Calvi Highlight: Visiting Girolata and the Scandola Nature Reserve The Scandola Nature Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is volcanic in origin.  Sailing to Girolata is like stepping into a secret chapter of Corsica — a hidden gem tucked within the Scandola Nature Reserve, accessible only by boat or on foot. This unspoilt bay, with its dramatic red cliffs and turquoise waters, offers a rare sense of isolation and beauty that’s becoming harder to find. Scandola Nature Reserve For sailboat owners, anchoring here is a unique privilege. Girolata has a well-managed mooring field (no anchoring allowed to protect the seagrass), so it’s wise to book your mooring in [...]

PredictWind: A Practical Guide to Weather Forecasting for Ambra

Von |2023-08-29T12:11:10+02:00August 6th, 2023|Kategorien: Atlantic Crossing, Equipment|Tags: , , , |

  Weather plays a critical role in sailing, influencing course, speed, and onboard safety. As sailors on board Ambra, we understand the importance of accurate and up-to-date weather information, both onshore and offshore. We used PredictWind as a weather forecast app and routing on our Atlantic crossing.   PredictWind Weather Routing Atlantic Crossing on Ambra   In this blog post, we share our experience in obtaining the most reliable weather forecasts using Predictwind, an exceptional weather forecast service for sailors. We'll explore the challenges of offshore communication, choosing the right platform, and optimizing weather updates to ensure a smooth and safe journey. We will not focus in on weather information analyzing the current environment, clouds, pressure, radio, NAVTEX or VHF news in this blog article.     So, buckle up (or should I say, strap on your life jackets?) and let's sail into the world of weather forecasting on board Ambra!   1. Understanding the Challenge of Offshore Weather Forecasting: Crossing the Atlantic poses unique challenges, especially when it comes to obtaining weather updates offshore. Satellite systems and SSB communication can be slow and costly, making it essential to have a reliable backup system in place. Some services offer dedicated applications or services (via Email update or Grib files) to be used via satellite communications. Starlink as a broad band service onboard, could be an option to use onshore weather apps and services (need more bandwidth) but might not work reliable offshore. You should consider a backup system using satellite coms or SSB on top. In addition Starlink has a higher power consumption (check out https://www.predictwind.com/starlink ). SSB is complex and costly as well. You need to obtain the LRC license and install the system. The connection is not always reliable and very slow. However, it is [...]

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