83. Departure Planning

We have checked out from Tonga but remain in the country. Hiding as illegal aliens. It feels quite safe though … Continue reading 83. Departure Planning

82. Leaving the Tropics

The sailing season in the tropical parts of the South Pacific is coming to an end and most cruisers will … Continue reading 82. Leaving the Tropics

When Captain Cook arrived in Tonga he was overwhelmed by the welcome he received. To the extent that he named … Continue reading 81. The Friendly Islands

I’m getting ready to continue west. Towards Tonga where I’ll pick up Daniel, my youngest son. I really can’t wait … Continue reading 80. Half Way

It’s time to move on. I’ve ‘lived’ in French Polynesia for three and a half months now and it’s time … Continue reading 79. Being a Nomad

I have spent over a month in the Society Islands. And the plan is to stay here another couple weeks … Continue reading 78. The Society Islands

Most of the islands in the Pacific Ocean have been created by a volcanic eruption that caused the seamount to … Continue reading 77. Volcanoes and Atolls

I’ve spent a month on my own. No, not in prison. Not in quarantine. Not even against my will. Sailing … Continue reading 76. A Month On My Own

In the old days of personal computers there was a term called WYSIWYG. An acronym for What You See Is … Continue reading 75. WYSIWYG

I arrived here in Nuku Hiva two weeks ago. And I am sorry that it has taken me this long … Continue reading 74. Pan Pan Tomas