Korcula and Lumbarda, Tuesday, June 16, 2026 We came on deck to our first clouds; it was actually rather cool, and we scuttled down to our cabins to get a jacket. Our schedule was a bit different today. Connie and Vladimir were taking a water taxi to meet old friends across the water on theContinue reading “A Day in Lumbarda”
Category Archives: Cornwall Coast Path 2026
Following the Illyrians, and the Phoenicians, and the Greeks and…
Hvar and Korcula, Monday, June 15, 2026 We woke up to another stunning day. We got underway just as we sat down for breakfast at 8 AM, sailing along the southern shore of Hvar. Despite the incredible steepness of the land, the island has a string of lovely vineyards (they produce a red wine distantlyContinue reading “Following the Illyrians, and the Phoenicians, and the Greeks and…”
To Vis! Er, no, to Hvar!
Solta and Hvar, Sunday, June 14, 2026 We awoke to find that we’d missed some excitement during the night. An inexperienced pilot had anchored his catamaran in the wrong place, and the wind had driven it within 5o feet of the Malena. Ivo had sent Matteo across to tell them to move! We were soonContinue reading “To Vis! Er, no, to Hvar!”
Sail On, Sailor!
Trogir and Solta Island, Saturday, June 13, 2026 Today brought a proper exploration of Trogir…but not before a little shopping. Various sailors needed various bits of gear: flip-flops, hats, sun dresses, etc. So we crossed the bridge to the mainland, where a long string of market stalls lined the shore. We all went our separateContinue reading “Sail On, Sailor!”
To Dalmatia
Klimno and Trogir, Friday, June 12, 2026 The same lovely young man, Nicola, who had brought us to the island from Zagreb picked us up for the ride south. There was a slight problem, though. Vladimir had ordered a van for eight plus the driver, and the van arrived seating eight all told. This madeContinue reading “To Dalmatia”
Fourteen-Year Replay
Klimno and Dobrijn, Thursday, June 11, 2026 We all went for walks to start the day: Sue, David, Gary, and I along the path leading to the little lighthouse near the house, Connie, Cindy, and Patti into the village for provender. The island is basically a triangular pile of limestone, part of a larger coastalContinue reading “Fourteen-Year Replay”
Back to the Balkans
London and Klimno, Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Up horrendously early—5 AM—for our early flight to Croatia. Terminal 3 was actually pretty quiet and we flew through security, leaving plenty of time for a coffee at Cafe Nero. The BA flight to Zagreb was like a subway car: no legroom, no recline in the seats, andContinue reading “Back to the Balkans”
Nothing to Report
Padstow and Heathrow, Tuesday, June 9, 2026 It all worked. Cab to Bodmin Parkway, train to London, Elizabeth Line to Heathrow. We went back into town in the late afternoon to have dinner with Andrew and Evie D. Very nice Italian joint in Richmond called Bacco, with delicious food. And finally a decent glass ofContinue reading “Nothing to Report”
Here Comes the Sun!
Port Isaac to Padstow, Monday, June 8, 2026 The day started with rain spitting outside our hotel window. Sue and I were up early, so took a spin around Port Isaac before breakfast. It’s a rare doorway where Sue has to duck her head! As we walked around the little harbor, the sun began toContinue reading “Here Comes the Sun!”
Port Wenn Here We Come!
Tintagel and Port Isaac, Sunday, June 7, 2026 The day dawned cloudy as we contemplated yet another tough day on the path. Other sections have hard days, but they’re usually broken up by easier days; this section has eight hard days in a row. And today’s walk is considered by some to be the singleContinue reading “Port Wenn Here We Come!”