Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:16:12 -0800WeeblySun, 18 Jul 2010 10:39:26 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/wwf-comes-to-mazarron.htmlThe bizarre looking catamaran powered entirely by solar panels made an entrance into Mazarron. Each engine produces around 8kw and according to the crew they rarely have to use the back up diesel. They are here raising awareness of alternative energy sources, its great to see even if the boat is not pleasing on the eye

]]>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:24:57 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/cruise-in-company1.htmlThe trip to the Islands was fantastic although the sailing was not always great, click here to read more. If you are interested in joining us for any of our adventure sailing trips or next June for our 4th Balearic Cruise in Company please contact us]]>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:10:44 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/med-cup-returns-to-cartagena.htmlCartagena will once again host a leg of the prestigious Audi Med Cup regatta circuit, the event runs from the 24-29th August 2010 and the boats will be moored alongside the town quay in the evening. The best way to watch this exciting close quarter racing is from the water. El Rubicon is now available for day trips and corporate work during the period]]>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:04:08 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/mazarron-wildlife.htmlOne of our clients first questions is will I see dolphins, the normal answer is not in the bay. However this year following a 3 year drought on sightings, so far this year we have seen dolphins, a turtle and jumping swordfish, all encouraging signs that wildlife may be returning to the bay]]>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:57:55 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/sailing-trips-in-mazarron-and-cartagena.htmlEl Rubicon has moved to Mazarron for the summer months, from where we offer 3 hour sailing trips, so if you want to get afloat for a few hours or left racking your brains for things to do with visiting family and friends this could be the answer. Alternatively if your a sailor and just fancy a chat come along and see us. The yacht is berthed in front of the underground parking in the new Puerto Deportivo Mazarron, trips cost only 35€ per person.]]>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:52:09 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/07/cruise-arrives-home-safely.html Following a couple of weeks away the boats tied up in Santa Pola for a farewell dinner, yet another great night was to be had by all and this time we had a treble celebration, the end of the cruise, Clives (Navita III) birthday and Terry (Baltic Moon) was getting married at the end of the month. Due to the restricted bridge opening hours there was no rush to depart the following morning as we could not pass until 18.00 hours. It was back to work for us and we cherish the memories of new friends, beautiful Islands and a great trip, if you are interested on joining us on our next adventure, drop us a line for more information.]]>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:53:51 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/06/windless-in-mallorca.htmlFollowing an uneventful crossing, the cruise arrived in Mallorca to find Sant Elmo our intended destination resembling a wave machine, I had a hunch this may be the case and a quick diversion was made into Port Andratx who were more than happy to accomodate us. Awoke to no wind and glancing up saw 3 windvanes on the mast heads all poinint in different directions, the forecast is pretty much windless for the next couple of days, so it looks like we need to explore the island by land. When in Mallorca it worth visiting the Cathedral, taking the old train to Soller and spending a few hours in the old town]]>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:36:02 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/06/cruise-in-company.htmlThe go-n-sail Cruise in Company arrives in the Balearics, so far the weather has not been great but with meals ashore, drinks on the beach and some great company the lack of useable sailing winds and brilliant sunshine has not dampened our spirits. Hoping to reach Mallorca on Friday for a couple of days before returning to Formentera.]]>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:32:48 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/06/mar-menor-bridge.htmlThe lifting bridge El Estacio that gives access to the Mar Menor from the Med and vice versa has new opening hours, the openings are now 08.00, 10.00, 12.00, 18.00 and 20.00 hours.]]>Wed, 05 May 2010 07:11:51 -0800http://www.sailespana.com/1/post/2010/05/boatyards.htmlDoes anyone know of any boatyards that offer value for money, we need to have our annual lift out and so far the local yards seem to be asking silly money for a lift out, wash off and anti-fouling, so far been quoted well over 1200€ for a 37 foot yacht - any suggestions welcome]]>