22 Jan On our way to Cape Horn
As mentioned earlier, a low-pressure system passed over us. The goal was to avoid the strongest winds while staying as...
Author: Elvira Beetstra
20 Jan ‘Boring’ Forties
As expected, we were able to raise the sails again this morning, and since then the engine hasn’t been turned on....
17 Jan Laundry day without wind
The previous update ended with the expectation that we’d likely need to start the engine the following morning....
14 Jan Low pressure system
We have followed our low pressure system for as long as possible, sailing in a beautiful arc. It has been a great sail ...
06 Jan Easing into the journey
At the start of a voyage—especially longer ones—it’s always nice to ease into things. It gives...
02 Jan 40 days at sea
The Oosterschelde is ready for departure. Preparations have been made and there is a slight ...
02 Jan Changing of the guard
After Jan-Willem had sailed the ship back and forth between New Zealand and Australia, it was ...
27 Dec Open ship in Lyttelton
The Oosterschelde will spend the next few days at Te Ana Marina in Lyttelton in preparation for ...
15 Dec Back on the Tasman Sea
Time in port is always appreciated by the crew. The full nights of sleep, possibilities to explore the...
