Monday, August 21, 2017
Aventura sold
It was a bitter-sweet experience to sell our boat, Aventura. The empty slip, part of our identity, and so many memories! We were awash with different emotions. On the one hand we had determined that, at this stage in life, we didn't feel as able to manage her at sea under all conditions. On the other hand, we are missing the serene sunsets when on the hook in the many natural settings that were part of our trips. And then there was the camaraderie of sailors exchanging stories of travels near and far, fun marinas, exploring shores and towns along the way. It was always about the journey, not the destination. Rich experiences.
But we are also happy that the new owner is just right for this Lagoon 37 cat. Passing Aventura on to another enthusiast who would take care of her and coax her on to more exploration and new horizons is a comfort to us.
Happy trails, Aventura!
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Aventura, our Lagoon 37 TPI cat is available
Saturday 4/22/2017
Aventura has been the source of great pleasure and adventure. We initially got a small sailboat, a C&C 27, to play around in Pontchartrain Lake (New Orleans). After Hurricane Katrina devastated our area and our boat, we pondered what kind of vessel we would want. Finally, driven by a curiosity for adventure in the Gulf of Mexico, we upgraded to a larger boat, a Pearson 365, that would accommodate overnighters and more space for longer trips. We began month-long trips along the northern Gulf Coast and we delighted in the variety of places and environments. After some time, we developed a desire for a more comfortable boat. That lead to our current one, a catamaran named Aventura, a 1993 Lagoon 37 TPI. Yes, it delivers comfort in terms of sleeping, eating, and other leisurely activities. But it also delivers ease in navigating.
Aventura has been the source of great pleasure and adventure. We initially got a small sailboat, a C&C 27, to play around in Pontchartrain Lake (New Orleans). After Hurricane Katrina devastated our area and our boat, we pondered what kind of vessel we would want. Finally, driven by a curiosity for adventure in the Gulf of Mexico, we upgraded to a larger boat, a Pearson 365, that would accommodate overnighters and more space for longer trips. We began month-long trips along the northern Gulf Coast and we delighted in the variety of places and environments. After some time, we developed a desire for a more comfortable boat. That lead to our current one, a catamaran named Aventura, a 1993 Lagoon 37 TPI. Yes, it delivers comfort in terms of sleeping, eating, and other leisurely activities. But it also delivers ease in navigating.
Check out the blog postings of all our trips over the years.
Unfortunately, we must leave the cruising life for the moment. We have reached the decision to put the boat up for sale. If you are interested in information about Aventura, equipment, amenities, and pictures, please email my husband Mike at nadsib1@cox.net
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