ep6 Sailing the Iberia and Costa Blanca region. Sailing Vessel Reality
January 6, 2024 · 15 min · 132 views · La Tabarca
What this video covers
David Blair and the crew of reality anchor off Alicante, Spain, after failing to secure a marina berth for two days.2:17 Heavy rain and thunderstorms leave the vessel covered in dirt, forcing the crew to perform a salt-water scrub followed by a fresh-water rinse to prevent the grit from tracking into the interior.4:26 While anchored, the crew observes a 50-foot yacht drag its anchor onto a nearby breakwater; despite attempts by other vessels to assist, the yacht remains grounded and flooded.8:17 The crew later relocates to La Tabarca, anchoring on the north side of the island to find protection from southerly winds.10:47 They use the tender to access the island’s village, which features shops, restaurants, and nature trails.11:48 The island offers multiple anchorages on both its north and south sides, with frequent ferry traffic serving the mainland.12:14
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