Friday 25 June 2010 Dunstaffnage N56 27.04’ W005 25.97’

Having failed to fully explore Tobermory on the previous visit, a walk around the town and environs was most enjoyable before a leisurely departure for Dunstaffnage. No wind. Motored all the way gazing in awe at the majestic scenery. Arrived Dunstaffnage late afternoon in what must be one of the most beautifully located marinas.

This was the day that iPhone navigation arrived on Alcyone for real use. In fine weather it worked  well but would not be robust enough for serious use in poor weather.

Robin Wills has sold his Contessa 32 Cantata and bought a Malo 38 “Cantata II” which was bought in this area and he and his crew were up to sail the boat back to the Solent. We had arranged to meet at Dunstaffnage Marina before we set off to the Caledonian Canal and he went to join a club rally in Lock Ailine before departing on Sunday for the Solent. Also in the marina were Josie and Roger of “Nordleys” who are sailing round Britain to raise money for brain tumour research; details on their blog at  http://contessa32.blogspot.com    A few beers were consumed!