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Sailing The Canary Islands

Sailing The Canary Islands

Sailing The Canary Islandsflohjoe
Published on: 19/04/2026

From Tenerife to La Gomera: a fast, windy crossing through the acceleration zone, then calm anchorages near Playa de Santiago and a hidden bay of cliffs, caves, and quiet magic.

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A Surprise In Tenerife

A Surprise In Tenerife

A Surprise In Tenerifeflohjoe
Published on: 19/04/2026

A viewer shout in Tenerife turns into a day trip with Alberto up to Mount Teide. Volcano landscapes, rolling clouds, and the magic of unexpected connection.

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last three month

last three month

last three monthflohjoe
Published on: 17/04/2026

From Cabo Verde’s windy anchorages to Senegal’s quiet mangroves: a fast-moving stretch of cruising, repairs, and the trade-offs of life afloat.

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Birthday Trip to Santo Antão: Valleys, Grogue, Chaos

Birthday Trip to Santo Antão: Valleys, Grogue, Chaos

Birthday Trip to Santo Antão: Valleys, Grogue, Chaosflohjoe
Published on: 05/02/2026

A delayed birthday escape to Santo Antão: Paul Valley, a drone crash, and 10am grogue—Cabo Verde at its best.

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End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verde

End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verde

End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verdeflohjoe
Published on: 03/01/2026

Anchored off São Nicolau, I look back on betrayal, burnout, and reset—plus where Santana is headed next.

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Life Between Islands — When Sailing Is Simple

Life Between Islands — When Sailing Is Simple

Life Between Islands — When Sailing Is Simpleflohjoe
Published on: 23/10/2025

A calm 40-mile sail from Gran Canaria to Tenerife — flat seas, full sails, and the quiet beauty of simple sailing life in the Canary Islands.

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