Flotilla Fun, Curry Nights & Jellyfish Bites ⛵️🥘🪼

Julie

After a fun lunch with the whole group in Port de Pollença, we all decide to head out together the next day to Cala Figuera. The next morning, everyone pulls up anchor and we cruise out of the bay in a little flotilla. The wind that was supposed to show up never does, so the sails come down and we do the whole trip on engine. The swell is pretty big and long, but it’s not too bad. Our El Burro handles it like a champ. With a freshly cleaned hull and a shiny prop, we’re almost a knot faster, and to our surprise, we even end up overtaking a few of the others. We follow New Hope, riding an impressive following swell around Cap Formentor and eventually drop anchor in the insanely clear waters of Cala Figuera. One by one, the rest of the crew joins us: Electric Keith, On Y Va, Donna, Lena, Bohemia and Muhuhu. Not long after, someone throws out the idea of rafting up. At first, I’m not totally sure. The cala seems kinda small for that, but I go along with it. Turns out, it’s way easier than I expected. Thomas helps us tie on, which definitely makes it smoother. The boats are nice and steady, there’s no swell and the whole place is just stunning. We’re tucked in between towering cliffs. That evening, we all gather on New Hope for Indian curry night. The table’s packed with colourful vegan dishes. The food is delicious and the vibes are perfect. We wrap up the night in the cosiest way possible: hot chocolate under a blanket on the trampoline. Next morning, the bright blue water is calling, so I jump in, only to get a sharp little shock... jellyfish. Tiny needles sticking out of my arm. I swim on, but start to feel a bit panicky. The pain’s worse than I expected. I head back to the boat. Luckily, vinegar, hot water, an antihistamine and some cream sort it out. We take it easy the rest of the day: go for a walk, chill and in the evening we set up a beach BBQ. Should’ve known better, really... doesn’t take long before the Guardia Civil shows up. Oops. Campfires and barbecues are a big no-no. We pack up quick and head back to the boats. The next morning, it’s anchors up again as we head off to the next bay.

Boat & Crew

El Burro

Swallow Craft Design Group, Swift 33

Gregory Ramis Ferriol

Owner

Finn

Pet, Male

Nelly

Pet, Female

Julie

Owner