As a guest on the British solo sailor, Alex Thomson’s yacht, Hugo Boss, I was fortunate enough to be a part of the Gotland Run – a historic race around an iconic island; home to orchids and the Gotland horse. Earlier this year and on the very same boat, Alex Thomson came third in Vendée Globe – the Everest of off shore racing – defying waves up to eight meters. In comparison, the trip through the Swedish archipelago was a breeze with white nights and an amazing crew which included Britain’s latest talent, Sam Goodchild, who worked round the clock to assure an easy win in our category.   Photos Camilla Alfthan