17th of May is a huge deal for Norwegians. It is our National Day, celebrating the signing of the Norwegian Constitution in Eidsvoll, 17 May 1814.
This is the day we wear our bunads, the traditional outfits decorated with ornate silver and gold jewellery, and red, white and blue ribbons. We parade waving our red, white and blue flag while singing the national anthem - "Ja, vi elsker dette landet", written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson. If you wish to hear parts of the song, watch the video below.
Singing the National Anthem
Ann Mari Solhaug
Kjempe fin tur med god mat og hyggelige folk. Vertskapet var utrolig hjertevarme og imøtekommende. Opplevelsen med delfiner som svømmer rundt båten kommer jeg aldri til å glemme.
Anbefaler denne turen på det sterkeste.
T Tilde Sørbø
Once you´re settled and comfortable we will serve you a bubbly welcome drink with strawberries, snacks and refreshments. Underway we will deck the table with a typical Norwegian prawn spread (bread, butter, mayonnaise, dill and lemon), homemade salad and potato salad, hopefully with homegrown vegetables from our finca (farm). After lunch we will serve dessert, snacks and more refreshments.
We have seen dolphins, turtles and moonfish on numerous trips. They are unpredictable, but don't loose faith, keep a close lookout and hopefully they will show up to greet you.
On our way back we will take a ten minute detour down the canal to the inner parts of Sotogrande marina, past the luxurious and colourful apartments at the frontline of the canal. Visit SOTOGRANDE CANAL for photos and videos.
The photos below are in no particular order and show our 17th of May trips from 2023 and 2024.
Singing the National Anthem
Dolphins
Entering Sotogrande Marina
Dolphins
Leaving Sotogrande Marina
Dolphins
British Airways bound for Gibraltar airport
British Airways bound for Gibraltar airport
Sotogrande Marina
Life aboard, passing Gibraltar
€ 125,- per person
The price includes: • A welcome drink, prawn spread, strawberries, dessert, snacks and refreshments. • Taxes, insurances, fuel. No additional fees will apply.
START
When you wish but we recommend before midday to get most out of the day.
DURATION
4-5 hours
DISTANCE
Wherever the wind takes us.
GUESTS
Max. 8 but for your own comfort 6 is perfect.
WHAT TO BRING
Swimsuit. Towel. Warm clothes. Equipment for activities (fishing, scuba and more). See tips below.
Should you get restless sitting on deck doing nothing you are welcome to take the helm or help with the sails. If you would like to do some fishing or go scuba diving, or have any other activity in mind, feel free to bring your equipment along. If you want to go swimming we have snorkelig gear and a SUP board at your disposal.
For photos and videos on some activities to do while aboard, head to ACTIVITIES.
You will be served food, snacks and refreshments. If you have any allergies or have some special dietary wishes or needs, please let us know.
Although hot on land, the sea air can get humid and chilly, especially around sunset. For your own comfort, we recommend bringing a warm jumper or jacket.
Please bring proper shoes with white, rubber soles. The deck is slippery when wet and we wish to avoid any accidents. If the weather is warm enough, barefoot is a good option.
We have life vests for those not feeling too comfortable aboard, also for small kids and medium sized pets.
If you wish to let your family and friends know where you are sailing, they can follow you by searching for TEALIE on VesselFinder or by clicking on MarineTraffic.
Motion sickness is the worst, especially wobbling on a sailboat with no immediate escape. However, if you tend to get motion sick, don't worry, there are some precautions to take before and during the trip.
BEFORE THE TRIP
Check with your doctor or pharmasist which medicines or patches to be recommended. The adhesive patch is put behind your ear a few hours before boarding. We have pills and wrist bracelets if needed.
Buy a pack of lozenges, preferably something with ginger.
Do not eat a big meal before boarding.
Lay of alcohol, caffeine and drink lots of water.
Bring a distraction - like music with headphones.
DURING THE TRIP
If you brought music, listen to it as it might add some distraction.
Find a better spot. Many find relief by taking the helm.
Lie down if you can, keep your head still, shut your eyes or follow the horizon. Whatever is best for you.
We will provide something salty, like chips or crackers, green apples, i.e. Granny Smith, anything with ginger, i.e. lozenges.
Drink ginger ale or ginger tea, Coca-Cola, the real stuff.
If nothing of the above helps, we will give you a bucket and head back to Sotogrande.
TEALIE is registered for 10 people but for your own comfort we prefer a maximum of 6 guests, on shorter trips we can accomodate 8. If you are more than 8 persons in your group, we are collaborating with another sailboat, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 49. In total the two sailboats can accomodate 18 guests.
Your pet, furry or not, is welcome to join us.
We accept cash, PayPal in EUR and NOK, or bank transfers to Spain and Norway. We accept Spanish Bizum but unfortunately not Vipps. If you need an invoice, no problem.
17TH OF MAY
Ann Mari Solhaug
