Paul, Jenny & Max in Fiji
The yacht feels so empty and quiet now that Paul, Jenny and baby Max are gone. The 3 weeks we spent together just flew. We had such a wonderful time, […]
Category Archives: Our story
Things about us, our yacht & our lives.
WIND, WEATHER & WHIMS STEER OUR COURSE
It was a poignant moment, saying goodbye to the familiar faces and friends we had made during the 6 months we had kept Stars End 2 moored at Vuda Point […]
Season Start at Vuda Point Marina
It’s questionable whether leaving the yacht in Fiji over the cyclone season was a wise decision. Frank & I knew the risks we were taking, but we wanted to enjoy […]
‘Fiji Time’ Transport
I am writing this post as I feel compelled to describe the unique experience of riding the Fijian bus service. It is quirky and symptomatic of the relaxed culture you […]
Families, Fond Memories, and Sad Farewells
During the cyclone season, Frank & I flew back to Australia and spent over 4 months away from the yacht which we left moored in Vuda Point Marina in Fiji. […]
Misty Mountain Magic
Back in Australia already a month. At first it felt surreal- Frank & I both felt like tourists in our home town with no yacht or house to call our […]
Snorkeling, Sunsets & Snakes
I respect sea snakes. On the rare occasion when I spot them in the water I’m happy to swim in the opposite direction. So why can’t they do the same […]
Market Delights
I thought I would post a few pictures of the local boulangerie/patisserie we visit most mornings, just to make your mouth drool- these pictures show only a few of the […]
Bienvenue a la Nouvelle Caledonie!
Bonjour & bienvenue from la nouvelle Caledonie! After a 7 day ocean passage leaving Brisbane on Monday May 4th , we have arrived at Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia. […]
Farewell fair shores of Australia!!
I think Frank would laugh if anyone asked him if he was bored with life as a retiree! We have both been so busy for the past few weeks from […]
Stars End 2 