Having friends visit is always exciting, especially when they are the first visitors to your ‘new to us’ catamaran. It is considered a mini break from your general routine, while providing a sense of purpose, not to mention fun.

We were finally leaving the marina. Marinas are interesting places; over time, you develop a love-hate relationship with them. There is the convenience of being able to step off the boat, grab a baguette for lunch, and enjoy air conditioning whilst doing the inevitable boat jobs.  

Every boat is different and comes with its own unique problems and challenges that mainstream life doesn’t prepare you for. In my experience, the first few weeks of owning a new boat are probably the hardest

I now know the first few weeks will be the most challenging and frustrating. Felis didn’t disappoint, but I can say there is light at the end of what seems like a very murky grey tunnel.