Squeezed out of his company in mid-career, Heyward finds himself unsure of what to do next.
Put the career on hold, pull the children out of school, sell the house, and buy a boat in Greece to sail the Mediterranean? Why not? And so begins Heyward and Charlotte's one-year businessman's sabbatical. But, with the winter months approaching and the Gulf War under way, this dream cruise will soon present them with a whole new set of obstacles. Becoming immersed in the cultural traditions of Turkey, Greece, Italy, Malta, Tunisia, and many other Mediterranean destinations, Heyward and his family learn to appreciate a variety of cultures, the delicate art a of cruising life, and much about themselves. With cresting highs and dipping lows, the Coleman family is about to begin the most important experience of their lives.
Based on an inspiring true story, "Where the Wind Blows" uses broad strokes to take readers through the many steps of deciding, planning, and executing this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. With copious planning and preparation, the Colemans' trip ultimately enriched their lives in ways they never anticipated and both he and Charlotte gain the courage to take off ten years later for a circumnavigation that is the subject of his other book, "The Next Port".
With a wonderful message that teaches readers to follow their destiny, this inspiring story shows us that it is never too late to take control of our lives. Full of humor, this action-packed story is an armchair sailor's delight as well as a wannabe cruiser's "how to guide" It is sure to captivate anyone ready to embrace the winds of change. Join them as they travel to destinations such as:
Islands of the Cyclades
Turkey's Agean Coast
Rhodes
The Corinth Canal
Ithaca and Corfu
The Boot of Italy and Sicily
Malta and Tunisia
The Balearic Islands
Gibraltar
The coasts of Spain and Portugal
La Coruna, Spain to Bruinisse, Netherlands