Well quite a lot has happened since our last entry. Our visa extension was delayed in Lombok so we arrived in Lovinna Beach, Bali on the morning Dad flew in. Joe also left us in Bali after 10 weeks of sailing with us all the way from Darwin - he was a huge help and a pleasure to have on board and he will surely be missed. Our arrival in Lovinna anchorage was therefore all go - secure the boat to leave alone, get Joe to his transfer to Legian and pack up and check-into our lux accommodation.

And luxury it truly was - we stayed in a penthouse apartment with a balcony on the beach, with a gorgeous marble bathroom (with a big bath which was well used!!), a 42" satellite TV/DVD, an L shape lounge, kitchen and a huge comfy bed. Absolute bliss and all the things you don't find on a yacht!! The staff were also very friendly and hugely helpful - we could recommend this place 100%. Dad also loved it's ambience with it's beautiful gardens, cool breezes and air conditioning in the afternoon heat. Sadly dad left us after 10 days and we returned to Babar and the hot rolly anchorage to resume our sailing.

Our next aim is Kumai (Kalimantan) where we will leave the boat for a 1 night 2 day tour to see the Orang-utans in their natural habitat. We are going to be sailing in company with Diana and Rob from 'The Doctor' which is great as the distances to travel are long and it will involve night sails. In normal circumstances this wouldn't be a problem but in Indonesia there are many unlit fish traps and once the sun goes down there are fishing boats lit up like Christmas trees dotting the horizon!! An obstacle course to say the least!

Will update you after our trip to Kumai