A Few Days In Faial Now

Not a lot to report about Faial so far. We have stuck in Horta getting various things sorted out. The line for the jib furler had chafed through so we replaced that. I also changed the oil and filter in the engine. We have also been doing some much needed cleaning. Between that, we have been catching up with Nikki and Geoff of Spirit of Penmar - last seen in Tazacorte in La Palma. The scenery here is first class and we are looking forward to doing some exploring of the islands. Here are some photos so far.

Our First bit of Faial. Ponta Capelinhos was created from a then isl57 or so. We will be visiting by Land in due course of course.

Some ugly git stands on our side decks!

We are tied up against this wall. Previously outside a nice couple form the north of Holland but now alongside the wall. All the pictures are put there by yotties passing through. Ours is shown below.

The island of Pico is less than five miles away and it's volcanic cone is the highest peak in the whole of Portugal!

Another less cloudy view of Pico.

Our contribution to the plethora of graffiti here. Not very artistic but easy with a template and spray cans.

A rather chilling and poignant one though is a bit further down the quay.

We will stay here in Horta for a couple more days and then move on to the other islands in the central group till my Mother joins us on 19 July.