April 3, 2026
Today was an incredibly lucky day. We encountered the second-largest animal on the planet — the Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) — and not just one, but […]
April 2, 2026
I’ve said this a few times to our guests – vision is probably the most disadvantageous sense out on the ocean, that is if it is […]
April 1, 2026
Dolphins display pronounced social behavior in the ocean, which includes the care and development of their young. In this context, the term “kindergarten” is used to […]
March 31, 2026
Today we came across the most unusual and beautiful gastropod (snails and slugs), the Bubble raft snail (Janthina janthina). With their mucus, they trap air bubbles, […]
March 30, 2026
You’re be surprised at how restricted human beings are in regards to their sensory hardware out at sea. As animals that primarily rely on vision, we […]
March 29, 2026
Rain and sunshine took turns today. The April weather seemed to be in a hurry and turned up as early as March. In the morning, there […]
March 28, 2026
Camacha, a village in the eastern part of Madeira, is renowned for its long-standing tradition of basket weaving and wickerwork. This craft is an important part […]
March 26, 2026
The laurel tree carries within its evergreen leaves the memory of sun, wind, and ancient times. Its botanical name, (Laurus nobilis), means “noble laurel” and that […]
March 24, 2026
After cancelling the morning tours due to bad weather, our afternoon guests were very lucky — they encountered a Mola mola, also known as the ocean […]