
Jarosław Drozdowski Born in Poland in 1971, I’m a seasoned sailor with over 18,000 NM at sea, including a transatlantic crossing. I divide my time between Ireland and Thailand, blending my expertise in yacht delivery, racing, maintenance, and skippering with a background in culinary arts as a graduate of The Culinary Institute. My voyages are driven by a deep passion for the ocean and marine life, combining hands-on maritime experience with a love of food and adventure.



We anchored in the bay by Telaga Harbour Marina on Langkawi — calm, beautiful, and surrounded by mountains. There’s a small island nearby with a simple bar and free showers for cruisers. Clearance is easy with immigration and the harbour master right at the marina. Great memories there, including meeting Sam Holmes and seeing his new catamaran Pickled Catfish.
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….. However, the way back presented unexpected challenges. The wind picked up significantly, reaching 4-5 on the Beaufort scale. As we neared Cape Palos, the situation escalated. Suddenly, the entire electronic system went out, followed by the alternator in one of the engines. The serene, idyllic day turned into a test of our skills and resolve….

Premià de Mar to Pinedo, Spain
Ballinamore Moorings - Keshcarrigan
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21 March 2022 at 09:00
Keshcarrigan - Carrick-On-Shannon