The Moustache Man: A Six Hours Long Boat Ride Tale

So, we pretty much set sail from here, if I consider the boat gas station as the starting point. In reality, though, the boating adventure I embarked on yesterday with a friend began at his deck.

Our first order of business was cleaning the boat, followed by getting the beers on ice, firing up the engine, and setting sail. It was a splendidly warm Saturday, and it would have been a travesty to waste it cooped up indoors or at some restaurant.

So, with our plan in motion and the beers chilling on ice, we were ready to roll. But first, as mentioned earlier, we made a pit stop at the gas station. It was there that I had the revelation that I could brave the ride without my shirt on...

This black beast is powered by two robust 250-horsepower engines and boasts an estimated price tag of around $200,000. It's a real shame to see it idling so frequently in that dockyard when, in my opinion, this magnificent vessel is meant for the open sea, not the calm and tranquil waters of the Danube.

Regardless, after we filled up our tank with gasoline and enjoyed a beer with the gentleman working at the station, we set course for Decebalus' face. This monumental rock sculpture, standing at an impressive 50 meters in height and 25 meters in width, holds the distinction of being the largest in all of Europe. We spent some quality time in the Mraconia Bay, where this remarkable sculpture is located.

While there, we cracked open a few more beers and engaged in some lively discussions about business, money, and cryptocurrency, a subject I admittedly struggle with...

I don't know if this guy(Decebal) wore a moustache in real life but he sure now has a cement one...

I guess I should work harder at the gym...

So, after spending some quality time in Mraconia Bay, home to the famous Decebalus face rock sculpture, we decided it was time to set our course further upstream. Our destination was the picturesque village of Dubova, once predominantly inhabited by Serbs. It was here that my friend had planned to meet up with a few of his buddies...

Since we had arrived by boat, my friend had to take his pals on a short spin. This left me on the shore, as the boat simply wasn't large enough for all of us. I decided to make the most of it and enjoy another beer, especially after indulging in a delightful meal at a charming restaurant by the water.

Regrettably, I forgot to snap any pictures at the restaurant, except for one with my beer in the foreground and my sunglasses casually resting in the background. I can be quite the scatterbrain at times, or perhaps, it was the result of a tad too much beer on that warm afternoon.

We cruised past several cargo and tourist ships, and one of them caught my eye enough to snap a couple of photos, both on our way up and on our way back down the river. Can you guess which one it was?

As the sun began its descent below the horizon, it signaled the end of our river adventure, and it was my turn to take the helm. While not the fastest boat on the water, it handled the waves gracefully, making for a pleasant ride.

Being at the wheel of a boat is a different experience compared to driving a car. One notable difference is that on a boat, you can afford to snap a few pictures here and there. So, I made sure to capture some of my favorites: the stunning sunset scenes...

I hope you've enjoyed this little aquatic journey with me. Wishing you all a fantastic Sunday, and until next time, take care!

Thanks for your attention,
Adrian

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