Travel serves as a profound teacher in life. It pushes us beyond our comfort zone and immerses us in the unfamiliar. Through travel, we have discovered a realm of diverse cultures to explore and individuals to encounter. It has also nurtured virtues like patience and humility. While traveling, we have forge deep connections, acquire new skills, and created enduring memories. To thrive both individually and as a couple, stepping out of our comfort zone and embracing the unknown has been crucial to us. Sticking to a routine prevented us from broadening our horizons. Travel involves leaving be ..read more

Since February 2024, our journey has revolved around circumnavigating the 11th largest island in the world. Instead of a brief stopover in Indonesia on our way to other Asian destinations, our aim is to deeply engage with the culture and diversity of each country we visit. This immersive experience cannot be rushed in a mere two months. For us, circling Sulawesi was just the start of uncovering the wonders of this remarkable country.  RED LINE - The route we have taken has seen us discover some of the most beautiful places on this planet. In all so far just over 1000 nautical miles ..read more

For the 3 boats it was a total of 20 million and 8 Passports. We dropped the mooring lines in Wanci-Wanci, Wakatobi to head to Pasarwajo on the eastern coastline on the Island of Buton. This is a scheduled stop for the Indonesian Rally, we though will be taking it as a stop to get our Visa extensions done in BauBau a two hour drive across the peninsula. As the rally had moved a number of the stops and added another into the original schedule, the timeline now was somewhat out of sequence. Not good for those of us that had set crew changes on the original dates. Having a dock a ..read more

Our journey to Wakatobi was far from tranquil, facing constant winds exceeding 20 knots ahead of the beam, making the voyage quite uncomfortable. It was the first time Karen's brother Russell and his wife Tania experienced such sailing conditions on Our Dreamtime, especially since meeting rally deadlines demands this kind of sailing. To be part of the action, one must adhere to the schedule, even when events are moved up to accommodate the frontrunners. Upon reaching Pulau Buru's southwest corner, we were greeted by rough seas and strong winds, making movement below deck hazardous. We consta ..read more

The Liya Togo Village, and historical Fort site, is a fascinating destination for various reasons. It provides a unique glimpse into culture and history within a picturesque highland village. The Liya Togs Fort stands out as the largest fort in Wakatobi, renowned as a significant historical landmark not only in Wanci-Wanci but also across Indonesia. Constructed using local coral, egg whites, and lime dough, the fort and mosque have remarkably stood the test of time despite their traditional building methods. Exploring the area alongside Michelle and Jeff from the catamaran Seahorse, we ..read more

The people of Wangi-Wangi have a unique tradition known as Kabuenga, which aims to unite eligible men and women. Each year, the villagers of Waetuno (Wangi-Wangi) come together for the Kabuenga ceremony in an open field, attended by both eligible male and female citizens who have grown up in Wakatobi. A three day event to show love and romance to your intended soulmate We were lucky to be in Wakatobi during August when the festivities are held. Sailing the world has allowed us to witness such amazing festivities that we would normally not see if travelling in a convent ..read more

Embarking on a journey to Pulau Tomahu promises an escapade into a tropical paradise that remains relatively untouched by the tourist brochures. This small island, nestled off the northwest coast of Pulau Buru, serves as a serene waypoint for sailors and adventurers alike, seeking solace in its pristine natural beauty. While the island itself may not be widely documented, the anticipation of discovering this hidden gem fuels the excitement.  Our journey across the top of Pulau Buru afforded us with spectacular scenery  The voyage from Namlea, the bustling capital of Buru ..read more

We see plenty of negative comments about clickbait then in the next breath read all the information about how important it is for your thumbnails to attract viewers and how you should put greater effort into this side of things to grow your channel.  An Attention Grabbing thumbnail is our goal. That's an image and tagline of something directly related to the Episode content that attracts the eye and interest. It doesn't need to be the majority of the content but definitely be in there. Clickbait to us is an image that has no or little relationship to the content, such as some extrem ..read more

You haven’t lived until you’ve traveled to Indonesia. Once you have you never want to leave. But living here is it as cheap as everyone says? You be the judge. Known as the land of over 17000 islands, this wonderful country has so much to offer its visitors. You can have any type of experience in Indonesia, whether you want to spend some time on one of the many beaches in Bali, experience a chaotic city like Jakarta or roam through the jungles of Sumatra. The country has such diversity when it comes to cultures, traditions and languages. Understanding the cost of living in Indonesia can ..read more

Before reaching Buru, we had studied its history, a customary practice of ours before visiting new destinations. It was surprising to discover that this was actually the “Island of Tabu”, a place that had been off-limits to visitors for years as it served as a location for political prisoners. An island of raw beauty and untold stories, Buru is a testament to the resilience of the Indonesian spirit. It's an emblem of forgotten history and a witness to one of the greatest atrocities of the 20th century.  The third largest island in the Maluku Islands, Indonesia, is situated between the B ..read more