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Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Darwin » City of Darwin February 28th 2018

Finally time to make it official... Although they had a civil ceremony in Langkawi with a Pirate Party afterwards it was time to make it official. As they have now left the boating life and moved to Darwin, it allowed Joe's family all to be there (well almost). His oldest son baby decided to arrive the same day so a double celebration was to be had! The ceremony was lovely and emotional as these occasions can be, and enjoyed by close friends and family. It was lovely to be there and witness the vows made, having his family there this time was very special and made the occasion. Congratulations Mr & Mrs McDonnell. ... read more
Anita
Moi
The Ring

Asia » Indonesia February 12th 2018

Out a pollywog... back a shellback... a meeting with Neptune... and winners in our class! Well I never expected my travels would bring me here... never, no way, no how! But that's the thing about traveling and being open to ideas thrown at you which is what it's all about. Although pretty terrified of entering a yacht race, I can now add it to my list of achievements, and what an experience it was. Great fun, terrifying, exciting, all sorts of emotions rolled in together, ooh and a lot of praying. The remote, almost deserted islands in Indonesia were stunning, beautiful, cultured, they had it all really and the race committee did a sterling job especially at the starting lines and food/entertainment laid on... fabulous. I'll let the experts tell you about it all in the ... read more
Winner's
Pushing her all the way...
Classic

Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Darwin January 9th 2018

I really feel part of the family at Joe's, they have all welcomed me openly and it has been lovely getting to meet his son's, daughter in laws and grand-daughters. A beautiful family who are loving their Dad being back home. Joe and Anita showed me around Darwin and outlying areas with a memorable trip to see the crocs and other native animals. I find it weird that they have both salt water and fresh water crocs here, there is definitely no swimming at the beach. The crocs are huge... powerful animals and i loved watching feeding time at Crocodylus Park. All the crocs here have been rescued from different situations and have their own pens, they also have a huge breeding centre and research facilities. We joined a tour round the park followed by holding ... read more
Hanging out in Darwin
Hanging out in Darwin
Hanging out in Darwin


I headed off to Litchfield National Park with a friend of the family for the day which was fabulous. The pristine pools were perfect for swimming and a lovely cool off from the heat. We visited many pools with a bit of trekking in between, some beautiful waterfalls and caves and I was very lucky to visit while I'm here and experience a National Park. Have a flick through the pictures for a quick look. Thanks James for taking me along. ... read more
Litchfield National Park
Litchfield National Park
Litchfield National Park

Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Darwin » Mindil Beach January 1st 2018

Happy New Year from Darwin and the Northern Territory followed by New Year Day with traditional steak pie.... read more
HNY
HNY
HNY

Oceania » Australia » Northern Territory » Humpty Doo December 25th 2017

I decided to go to Darwin for Christmas and New Year and spend time with Joe and Anita who have moved home, and meet his family that I have heard so much about over the years. I was really looking forward to having a family Christmas with kids, dogs, prezzie's, good food... the works and I was delighted by the invite. Joe and Anita are great company I really do miss them and it was a pleasure meeting his son's, daughter in laws, grandkids... it really was a treat. here's some pictures of the family fun. Merry Christmas all x... read more
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas

Asia » Thailand » South-West Thailand » Ao Nang December 14th 2017

Few pictures of out sailing. ... read more
Longtails at sunset
Captain Scott
Winch deck

Asia » Malaysia » Langkawi December 2nd 2017

VW gathering in Langkawi.... read more
VW Langkawi
VW Langkawi
VW Langkawi

Asia » Malaysia » Langkawi November 15th 2017

Gunung Raya golf course on the island is beautiful, especially when you have it all to yourself!... read more
Gunung Raya
Gunung Raya
Gunung Raya

Asia » Malaysia » Langkawi November 9th 2017

Doggy sitting for friends in Langkawi... not too shabby!... read more
Toffs'r'us
Toffs'r'us
Toffs'r'us




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