Malaysia Kicked Us Out…
Since Malaysia wanted us out, we had to leave. But Indonesia was getting jittery and had begun to close its ports of entry…
Malaysia Kicked Us Out… Read Post »
Since Malaysia wanted us out, we had to leave. But Indonesia was getting jittery and had begun to close its ports of entry…
Malaysia Kicked Us Out… Read Post »
This is the most beautiful sailing ground we’ve ever found, but until Malaysia and the Philippines make the area safe, it will remain an untouched gem.
Why Does No-One Come Here? Read Post »
What if it’s the U-Bolt which holds down your rigging and stops your mast from falling over? Then imagine you’re far away from a chandlery or a workshop in a remote place where no-one speaks your language.
Our Rigging Broke Read Post »
We pick our way through the known dangers, sailing close to our buddy boats and alert for pirate activity or any activity which seems unusual.
Failing Equipment in Pirate Waters Read Post »
We’re so excited to be off on a new sailing adventure for the first time in two years.
Goodbye Marina! Hello Open Sea! Read Post »
And, yes, you heard correctly, the countdown has begun towards our next destination, but where will that be?
We’ve got 1500NM to go, but… Read Post »
Liz got out of bed and gasped in pain, she couldn’t walk. Had she broken her foot?
Hiking Borneo (With a Broken Foot) Read Post »
When it comes to looking back at 2021’s highs (and lows), this year has been a bit like Groundhog Day. So we worried it would be a catalogue of frustration and anxiety. Turned out that we did more sailing than we had realised!
2021 Highs (and Lows) Read Post »
The results prove you don’t need to spend a fortune on modern ‘pro’ lenses to get great results if you’re hands-on in the shooting process. And isn’t that half the fun of photography?
A Nature Photowalk In Borneo With Vintage Lenses Read Post »
The basic principle of how to sail is to keep the sails close to the centre of the boat when going into wind, then to loosen them as the wind comes round.
How we sail SY Esper Read Post »
Sailing days have been few and far between since you-know-what happened, and this time out we have to keep clear of a submarine…
Sailing days – cruising west coast Sabah Read Post »
We don’t do local politics when abroad and didn’t talk publicly about the precarious situation we were in at the time because we didn’t want to rock the boat.
Don’t do local politics (when abroad) Read Post »
Top 3 camera recommendations for underwater photography for beginners and lots of practical tips for successful photography when diving.
Underwater Photography For Beginners Read Post »
Sailing, diving, fishing, swimming, beach barbecues, a typical week of living on a sailboat. It’s really hard work, don’t do it!
What’s it like to live on a sailboat? Read Post »
Ever felt like it was déjà vu all over again? Or maybe Groundhog Day? Lately we seem to be sailing in circles, waiting to see what will happen next.
Sailing in circles – what next? Read Post »