11 May
Aniara
has just set a new record in her speed sailing life. The last 24 hours we sailed
177 NM, which gives an average of 7,4 knots. The longest 24-hours-distance we
sailed between the Canaries and the Caribbean was 169 NM. We have both the wind
and waves coming in from the aft and we have, at one magic moment been up to
11,7 knots. George has seen whales and Stefan got us safely through a
thunderstorm and lightening during the past night. In total we sailed this 845
NM long leg in exactly 144 hours (of which 75 hours motoring) and we are now
soon going to pass all necessary immigration procedures and get a place for
Aniara to rest. After that we are ready to explore Bermuda, and you can expect
some more detailed reports after we get some own internet connection.