Position: 18deg 42min South, 174deg 02min West � Port Maurelle in Vava�u
We had a great sail up � the wind was pretty much easterly when we left making us fear that the northerly change predicted would head us and make it a little difficult. But we were blessed with a moderate South Easterly that gave us legs. So good in fact that we reefed and eventually had to hove too just off Vava�u in order to make our entry in day light. The c-map is not accurate here and we have noticed a good 0.1nm discrepancy � no good for narrow passes. Bacon and eggs for breakfast and quick nap, swim, chat to some 0f thew vessels me know (4 in this anchorage). We couldn�t resist as we came in getting the dingy off and letting the kids explore swallows cave on the way in � must spend more time doing this. We�ve been ashore and visited the local village and wharf on the other side of the island. Vava�u is truly beautiful � a bit like Marlborough Sounds with tropical beaches and water at 25degrees C. Tomorrow we will clear customs in Nelafu and take on some water and explore a little.
Skipper
Very impressive, making us all envious back here in the cold, windy, wet wet wet Auckland. Love to all - HvS
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