We had an early start, up at 5.30 am to leave soon after 6.00 am
We were to sail from Vanua levu across Bligh Waters to the other main island of Viti Levu to the South and it was best to arrive at Nananu reef passage in good time and good light. As it turned out the forecast was correct and we had a good breeze of 18 to 25 knots on the beam and bright sun as soon as the morning cloud had cleared. Perfect sailing weather - we could have even stayed in bed longer!
As we approached the pass the three pole beacons shown on the chart were all missing and it was not until we were up close that we could clearly see the reef pass. Again we were grateful for the list off GPS way points we had been given ( thanks Trevor and Lesley)
We are anchored in a very pleasant,deserted, sheltered bay off Nananu i- Cake Island, at the moment listening to Legend FM, one of the local music stations which plays lots of classic rock music, and eating honey on fresh bread which Denise has just cooked. We hope to hear on another station a rugby commentary tonight of the Fiji v Wales game.
It seems a small world!
PS We forgot to fill in the name of the place we were anchored by yesterday. N = Nambouwalu.
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I can picture you both and the setting! Big decisions these days! I cannot think of two people who deserve it more! Love you guys! Pauline xxxx
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