In the Jaw of the Whale

28 April 2009 Posted by Martin

[Torshavn, Feroe Islands]Short visit in the sheep island -The Faeroe Islands - where twice as many sheep as people live. The hospitality of the inhabitants warm up the fresh weather (I have seen snow!). Before being a floating library, the Logos Hope was a car ferry - the Norröna - linking the Faroe Islands to the mainland. We felt feeling of ownership of the population for this ship which marked their history of the past 30 years. Overthe 10 days of visit, 14 800 visitors came on board, which represents 25% of the population! Here are some pictures of this fascinating country.

Hiking in a wonderful landscape.
Some cliffs are more that twice the heigh of the Eiffeil tower!
 The piece of wood on what I am lying down is in fact a whale jaw.
If we can't find giant whale in our plates anymore, the pilot whale hunt is still a big aspect of the culture here.
Notice also the grass on the roof!




The sound of bagpipes

15 April 2009 Posted by Martin

[Edinburgh, Scotland]We celebrated Easter in Scotland and many visitors came on board over the weekend. Last week, the Scottish welcome was impressive. At the sound of bagpipes, the Logos Hope entered the lock that marks the entrance to the port of Edinburgh. The rest of the stay was also special. The Scots are warm and friendly and thanks to George from Lyon and his flat mates, I visited every corner of Edinburgh, and tasted the Haggis, a regional dish. You can admire the castle, which overlooks the city.

Thank you George for your Hospitaliy!