WARNING: THIS IS A GRAPHIC ACCOUNT (with photos) OF WHAT HAPPENED AT THE TRADITIONAL FUNERAL CEREMONY WE ATTENDED IN TANA TORAJA. WE PURPOSELY WENT THERE KNOWING OF THE EXTREMES THEY GO TO IN THESE TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES. WE DO NOT MAKE EXCUSES FOR THEIR TRADITIONAL BELIEFS. IN FACT IT WAS AWE INSPIRING TO WITNESS AN ANCIENT CULTURE THAT HAS BEEN ABLE TO KEEP THEIR TRADITIONS “ALIVE” WITH ALL OF THE WORLDS PRESSURES TO CONFORM. IF YOU FEEL READING THIS, THAT IT MAYBE DISTURBING FOR YOU, THAT’S OK! PLEASE STOP READING. BUT PLEASE DO NOT JUDGE OTHERS FOR THEIR BELIEFS AS IN FACT WE CAN LEARN SO ..read more

We have been producing images for thousands of years and long before the written word was introduced. Prehistoric or primitive art was a form of communication through images and it was these pictures that did all the talking. Fast-forward to today and our image-saturated lives means that pictures still speak louder than ever.  In a world of social media and the instant sharing of images. Pictures pack a punch and are stronger than ever. Pictures can be emotional and beautiful, painful and traumatic and a million things in between. They tell a story without words and they instantly have im ..read more

Our Look will be branded with recycled  Leather Labels I have a deep passion for textiles. The ability to transform delicate yarns into sturdy surfaces, turn a plain white canvas into a burst of vibrant colors, manipulate fabrics into three-dimensional shapes, and create intricate patterns through cutting, stitching, fraying, and appliqué is truly captivating and empowering. Thus, it gives me great pleasure to give you a quick glimpse at something new  “Our Look” handmade clothing from onboard Our Dreamtime whilst we sail around in this beautiful world. The ..read more

"Be careful or the bogeyman will get you" is a phrase thousands, if not millions of children have heard from their parents to frighten them into good behaviour. Speak of this bogeyman and we imagine a mythical, shapeless monster, that jumps out of the wardrobe or from under the bed scaring small children, but in Indonesia, the bogeyman or “Bugis” man is real.  Phot from Indonesia Tourism. The Bugis are the predominate ethnic group on southern peninsula of Sulawesi. Also known as the Boegineezen, Buginese, To Bugi, To Ugi’ and To Wugi, they are one of the most we ..read more

The seaweed industry is recognised by Indonesia's national government as one that supports tens of thousands of coastal households and has potential for modernisation and expansion. They are the world’s largest producer of carrageenan seaweeds and the industry contributes to the livelihoods of at least 66,000 generally low-income coastal households. At the moment mainly carrageenan seaweeds are harvested, it’s use as a gelling or thickening agent in food processing, cosmetics and other applications. Currently Indonesia is a significant global exporter of this seaweed that is dried but othe ..read more

Embarking on your first sailing adventure into Indonesia is an exciting journey, but preparation is key for a smooth sailing experience. Before embarking on a sailing adventure in Indonesia, here are the top ten essential items you should have or arrange beforehand. These may not be the items you would  be expecting.  This list, based on our current one-year experience sailing in Indonesia, and back in 2011, it includes items that may surprise you due to their scarcity or high cost in the region. You can Watch the Episode here ▶️ https://youtu.be/8WAawGntkp0 We wi ..read more

Medana Bay Marina, the closest haulout facilities avalable between Darwin Australia and Malayasia With divine beaches, the majestic Mount Rinjani, and spectacular marine life to discover, the island of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara has no shortage of attractions both in and out of the water. It’s no wonder that Lombok had become one of the most popular destination for cruisers in West Nusa Tenggara, it reminds us of how Bali was 25 years ago. There are popular places “tourist hotspots” but you can also escape and find the real Lombok not far away. The hikes we ..read more

For those planning on coming to Indonesia it is crucial you understand the Visa’s for both you and your boat.  Most sailors enter on a B211A single entry Visa for maximum stay of 60 days which can be extended twice for a maximum of 60 days a time, until a maximum stay of 180 days is reached. Purpose for applying for this visa is Tourism. On or before your 180 expires you must leave the country and then return on another B211A. B211A is a single entry visa, so if you need to leave Indonesia at any time during that 180 days you need to apply for a new B211A visa. There are other visas avai ..read more

Who knew some of the best flavoured salt existed in Bali During our time in Amed, we enjoyed the typical tourist activities like relaxing by resort pools, visiting bars, and dining in restaurants. However, each morning aboard Our Dreamtime, as we sipped our first coffee of the day and watched the sunrise, we noticed men carrying two large buckets back and forth from the sea into the village. This peculiar sight piqued our curiosity. We wondered if they were using it for concrete production or perhaps had an aquaculture farm. Intrigued, we decided to follow one of the men with the bu ..read more

During our journey through Indonesia, we aimed to explore lesser-known sailing routes, venturing into culturally diverse areas rarely visited by tourists. Our goal was to delve deeper into Indonesia's essence beyond the typical sailing path. Our last journey through Indonesia was in 2011 where we did 3578.5 nautical miles in 120 days. This time around we are well over the 5000 nautical miles in 12 months. Yes it means we have moved slower immersing, ourselves in the destinations we have visited. Our approach to planning sailing routes differs from the norm. Instead of relying solely on a Pil ..read more