We arrived a little late into Naples delayed by strong winds. The approach to Naples was impressive, sailing between Capri and Ischia with a spectacular view of Mt. Vesuvius in the distance. Subsequent experience told us that this is by far the best way to see Naples -from a distance. It was all we had been told to expect - scruffy, litter strewn everywhere, rundown. The traffic was heaving and crossing the road required nimble footwork because drivers ignore tra...

Sailing towards Naples across a choppy Mediterranean - strong winds and a largish swell heading south from the Bay of Lions. We have noticed the unannounced appearance in many of the public areas of colourful containers of suspicious looking receptacles. Five house points for anybody who can tell us what "motion disturbance bags" are for. Lose ten points if you fill it!!! Today we hit the 20 mile mark for walking demented around the deck. Jane has been to circu...