We arrived in Malaysia after what seemed like a very long passage (1,000 miles ) from Bali. It seemed long because we were beating against the wind, waves and currents most of the time. We were caught in several thunderstorms, one of which lasted for several days. We pretty much had to motor or motorsail all but a few hours.

On day nine of the journey, the autopilot broke so we had to steer the boat manually which was hard against the high seas and winds while dodging the massive freighters that were coming at us from all directions. It became particularly tedious and tiresome during the night when there was very limited visibility. We had to focus very carefully on the instruments in order to stay on course.

We found respite at the lovely Sebana Cove Marina/Resort where we stayed for a week. The resort has a restaurant, swimming pool, golf course, sauna and a well protected dock.

We took a shuttle bus ride to the small town that is nearby to get porvisions and the next day we took a 45 min ferry ride to the exotic city of Singapore. We explored the city and celebrated Paula’s Birthday at the famous Raffles Hotel with a Singapore Sling. Raffles was built by the British over 120 years ago and they spared no expenses. The hotel is amazing.

We leave on Dec. 8 and head up the Melacca Strait to Langkawi, our last island stop in Malaysia before we get to the West Coast of Thailand.


Freighters everywhere

local fishing boats were very colorful





Our marina/resort where we stayed for a week.




Exploring Singapore:










The famous Raffles Hotel.





Paula's Birthday toast with Singapore Slings.