Luna Intrepida - 2 (Corsica e Isola Rossa )

After reaching Centuri, the small, authentic fishing port in the heart of Cap Corse, we treat ourselves to a night at anchor. The sea is calm, though this bay offers a gentle rocking that accompanies us until morning. It's part of life on a boat: you quickly get used to it and fall asleep to the sound of the sea. In the morning, we disembark. Strolling through the narrow streets of Centuri is like stepping back in time. This village, famous for its fishing port and lobsters, still retains an authentic, relaxed atmosphere, far from mass tourism. For us, however, this place also has a special meaning. Memories of the trip we took a few years ago with four other friends come flooding back: same docks, same colors, same emotions. We treat ourselves to breakfast overlooking the sea and then it's time to cast off. The bow heads toward Saint-Florent, one of Corsica's most elegant towns. After a splendid sail along the Agriates Desert and a spectacular coastline, we arrive in this town that perfectly blends the spirit of a small Mediterranean port with that of a lively tourist destination. We stroll through the port, the downtown streets, and the waterfront, soaking up the quintessential Corsican atmosphere that makes each stop different from the last. The evening, however, doesn't go exactly as we'd hoped: we choose the wrong restaurant, and the culinary experience isn't entirely satisfying. Fortunately, one thing never fails... a good pizza can save the day and even the smile. After another night's rest, we set off west once again. Today's destination is L'Île-Rousse (Red Island), continuing to chase the sun along one of Corsica's most captivating coastlines. The sailing is simply magnificent. Crystal-clear water, pure white beaches, wind-sculpted rocks, and the scent of Mediterranean scrub frame the miles traveled, giving us the feeling of being truly far away from everything. We finally arrive at L'Île-Rousse with very high expectations. The name promises a lot, and the town is truly charming, but the port surprises us... not in a good way. We expected a more well-kept and welcoming marina, but instead we find a rather basic landing stage and, considering the cost of mooring, not quite up to our expectations. But as soon as we leave the port, our perspective changes completely. The evening offers us one of the most beautiful moments of the entire holiday. A restaurant overlooking the sea, an incredible view, and the sun slowly dipping into the Mediterranean, coloring the famous granite rocks that gave their name to this town, founded in the 18th century by Pasquale Paoli, red. It's one of those sunsets that alone are worth the trip. In the next episode, we'll continue our journey along the western coast of Corsica, discovering new bays, new sailings, and other places that will make us fall even more in love with life aboard Luna Intrepida.