Although we managed to sail across the Bay of Biscay in three days (which was super fast apparently) it was a much more stressful journey than the other two crossings. From the minute we left East Dunmore in Ireland, the waves were huge rollers that pulled you upwards and from side to side, like a never ending theme park ride. I was seasick for the first 24 hours, Sam was a little ill (although he claimed it was food poisoning) and even the captain said he felt a bit queasy from time to time. Sea sickness is all about losing your balance, so all you can do is lie down and wait for it to pass. Not fun at all - and especially grim when your cabin is soaked with sea water after the cupboards start leaking.
Anyway, there were good parts and they were the calm and sun we met in the middle of the journey, when everyone was able to get some rest and eat properly. Amazing how good hot bread or a cup of tea can be when you're cold and tired. Another highlight was the dolphins that followed our boat. Check out the video...
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