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Started at 7am and had firm land breeze of 10-15 kts for a smooth start south. Half way down wind died and we motored smoothly for most of the trip. Stopped at a small niche in the coast for a few minutes. Arrived in Himare at about 3pm to a stiff westerly breeze. Strong NW mountain (katabatic) winds expected at 6 to 9pm. Waiting for the turn then will let out max anchor chain and bridle. Hope all quiet after that.

Motored in <5 knots of NNW wind

Short hop up to Shengjit to anchor for early departure down to Himare tomorrow.

Early morning motor down to Orikum Marina for water & fuel top up.

Bumpy night near Orikum Marina. Motor sailed for power and anchored back at Vlores main.

Good conditions, slow motor over to lunch anchorage. Moved down south through Fish farms, couldn't find suitable anchoring spot. Moved over to spot NW of Orikum Marina. Pretty choppy evening but settled later in morning. Beautiful morning.

Came over from Vlores to escape the bad weather and swell on the 9th. Had a long evening the following day (10th) due to strong winds and anchoring close to shore. Stayed tucked close to land due to strong winds and prediction of thunderstorms at 5 to 7am. Had an extreme rain and thunderstorm for about 30 mins!! @ 6am or so. Had a rest for an hour or two afterwards and then headed back to Vlore for internet and groceries before next Thunderstorm prediction at 3 to 5 pm. Conditions calm and went shopping and returned to prep for afternoon storm. Anchored well, far out in bay and rode out the rain and lightning with no problems. Good early sleep!

Beautiful morning, did water run, shopping, parts (blower fans) and fitted. All working and belt tightened. Strong south wind came up, decided to do a trip to shengjergjit for the night anchorage.

Motor sailed down to Orikum Marina to fill up on water and back. Worked on both blowers. one repaired.