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Eddie and Kelly sail the Dalmatian coast in May, navigating from the Krka River to the city of Sibenik and the surrounding archipelago.0:28 Anticipating a forecast of 25-30 knot winds and thunderstorms, they secure a spot at the Sibenik Town Quay to take on water and seek shelter.1:55 After the weather clears, they sail to the island of Caprije, where they utilize seasonal konoba mooring buoys.5:58 The crew notes that many of these buoys remain free to use early in the season before restaurants open.6:59 They continue to the island of Murter, completing a 1.5-hour passage in 20 knots of wind while maintaining speeds of 5-6 knots.10:40 The pair emphasizes a strategy of short, manageable passages during the shoulder season to avoid overextending in unpredictable spring weather.7:18 They plan to seek marina safety on Murter ahead of a predicted mid-week gale with gusts exceeding 38 knots.7:37

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