The Tobago rainforest – Main Ridge Forest Reserve, which is the world's oldest nature reserve, was placed under protection by parliament in 1776, shortly after the British took control. The reason for its protection was the realisation that the island's freshwater reserves were in danger of being...
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We report on what happened after the crossing, ask you what would be exciting for you in future podcasts and invite you to sail along with us. Please have a look at our website (sailing with us) for information on the route and time periods. Diving in the beautiful blue Bridgetown and surroundings of Barbados Fish we never caught at the market
"Land in sight!" shouted Katja at 9.30am today, about 30 miles from our destination. We have arrived in St Charles in Barbados! Our relief is clear to see.
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We hurry towards our destination. We expect to arrive in Barbados tomorrow. In today's podcast, the four of us talk about whether our expectations were met and what else happened.
Hangover the day after karaoke night, volcano cake with Kaldera, communication and energy management on deck of the biosphera, are some of the topics we will address today. Thank you very much for your comments. Trying to capture the waves on video. It's not that easy.
Ahoy lovelies, this day was full of manoeuvres, emotions, crew cohesion and funny moments. Have fun! Colours and moods of the Atlantic washing machine programme - biosphera
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When I woke up from my nap today, I wasn't sure what was more real, the dream I just had or being in the middle of the Atlantic? Today's post is about our manoeuvre and life on board. Thank you for your comments, they keep us entertained.
At 10:30 on 15 January 2026, we weigh anchor and set sail for the Caribbean. What an adventure! Yuhuu, we have started! The last time before the planned departure is a bit tense and it feels good to be on our way now. Our crew is in a good mood. Steward left three
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I'm 24 degrees 22.70 minutes N and 20 degrees 33.24 minutes W, in the middle of the ocean on the way from La Palma to Cape Verde. We still have 510.5 nautical miles to go. During my early shift at 8.00 a.m., we spotted around 40 dolphins coming towards us on our starboard side and jumping out of the waves almost simultaneously,
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