It was really lovely to receive a postcard through the post with a poem written by our recent guests Joan and Bryan Howard
We are so pleased that Joan and Bryan enjoyed their cruise despite the severe weather disruption caused by storm Ali. We had to deploy an alternative itinerary in sheltered waters, but guests agreed that anchorages around the Sound of Mull are as beautiful as any to be found elsewhere in the Hebrides. Tobermory is a wonderful sheltered haven with lots to do and see and a land wildlife tour with Nature Scotland got rave reviews. The final evening at Loch a Choire helped to make up for the weather with a lovely sunset and scallops hand-dived in the loch by Skipper Rob.
The weather made it challenging to spot wildlife too. However, Wildlife Guide Nigel Spencer captured this excellent shot of a very young White Tailed Eagle, probably only about 4 or 5 months old, off the coast of Morvern. It had been moved on by its parents to find its own way in the world and still had to develop its distinctive white tail feathers which can take a year or more.
Thank you so much for our "Holiday of a Lifetime". From arriving at the departure point to leaving the pontoon on Friday we had a super holiday that exceeded all our expectations. We have not hesitated in booking for next year and we will enjoy the anticipation of another restful week of sheer luxury! Thank you. Liz and Frank ps. thanks for the special anniversary celebration surprise!!
Frank Moseley: 23 September 2023Loch Linnhe, the Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness