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Here are a few especially memorable places that we have visited so far, listed in reverse chronological order. ***************** Ronda -...

This Captain's Log provides an ongoing summary of each major segment of our travels. It is presented in reverse chronological order, and...

Here's a post with words directly from our Helios guests. It is presented in reverse chronological order and will get updated...

Our observant crew member Siri Anderson captured in words some of the unique characteristics of life on the open ocean... No bugs, zippo...

As if crossing the Atlantic once was not enough...Dale and Megan are back at it again with an all female crew this time (with the...

Besides the obvious geographical differences, we found our experiences between the two sides of the Atlantic differed significantly. ...

Nearly 6 months have passed since we embarked on our first Atlantic crossing, the east-to-west passage documented in earlier posts on...

Besides stunning sunsets, the Caribbean brings frequent brief rain showers along with incredible rainbows and an occasional double...

The number of activities are endless when under sail... What do we do once the sails are up? Turn off the motors, if they are not needed...

Pre-Arrival Preparations As we approach our destination, we always start our engines (if they aren’t already on) before taking down our...

Helios has a mast that tops out at 91 feet over the water. Climbing it can be a thrill. I (Dale) was the first to climb it, done out at...

Pilot Book Windy App Pre-departure Research destination using pilot books and sailing phone apps If going to an anchorage,...

What you've all been waiting for... a look around our home for the next year. (Note: Each photo appearing below is the first in a series...

Subject to change based on weather, COVID restrictions, boat repairs, and our travel whims... Click here to see where Helios has sailed...