9th May

Motoring, again, towards the heel of Italy. Just before lunch the coastguard in a big orange rib came to give us the once over. They inspected all our documents then waved us on our way. I guess it gave both of us something to make the day interesting. Later the customs launch came to have a look but didn't stop. We moored in the marina of Santa Maria Di Leuca. This is our last stop in Italy before we cross to Greece. The 284 steps of the monumental stone staircase took us up to the lighthouse and church. The staircase was built by Mussolini as a ceremonial gateway into Italy. The view was magnificent.