A relaxing week down at the very south remote islands in New Caledonia. The sand is so white here, but not a seashell to be found. The rain evidently followed us up here from New Zealand, but we won’t complain. Saying goodbye to New Caledonia, and our new French friends that we made here. We enjoy learning about the country from the locals. Barbara and Kim treated us at their delicious restaurant “Hanahana” and later we took them out for a spectacular sunset sail. Much discussion on local Politics, culture and family similarities.
The capital city here is Noumea, and is bustling, a bit dirty and very French. We found some fun spots, the Catholic Church, some ruins from 1881 and even bought a new dingy for a friend in need. (Not saying any names here, btw) 🤣
My favorite aspect of Noumea is the fact that it’s free for both check in/out and the 3 month visa. The wines, cheeses and diesel was not cheap, however. But feeling very grateful! 🥰 We are off to Vanuatu tomorrow first light, aiming for Port Vila where 4-5 boat friends are waiting for us. Moving right along! We are here for another week, then will head north to country #2 of 5 this season; Vanuatu.
Our World Adventure 
Hey, thank you Kathy for this newsy and very interesting letter. You are having such a great experience. You know, being aborad breaks down some truly unneccessary barriers between “us” and “them” – makes us more deeply understand we’re all together in this human experience. We’re so proud of you that you have been able to undertake this international project. Love, Lou & Joan
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Hi Kathy and Scott –
Thanks for letting us travel along with you! We’ve sailed enough and traveled the world enough to be able to have some sense of your amazing adventures. You are doing so well at combining the joy of seafaring with the joy of meeting new people and new cultures! We look forward to receiving your next “chapter”.
Hugs,
Joan and Lou
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