Cruising sailors at Musket Cove 'Fiji'
Back to the cruising life, sandy beaches, meeting up with old friends and hanging out at the beach bar. I also find a connection with Tom Hanks!!
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Boat:
White Shadow is a Van De Stadt ‘Seal’ 36 (11 metres). She is hand made in steel, 2004, with a round bilge (hull) and a modified coach roof. This makes her a ‘one off’ and in my opinion the most beautiful Van De Stadt 36 ever built.
The camera gear:
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Action, underwater scenes and small blogging is done with two Osmo action cams. Some boat shots are done with a Dji gimbal camera.
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Content:
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Barry, again, you have gone where no man dared to go with the best narration. Enjoy !
Ever-lovely Barry Perrins...
Seeing old friends is SO good 4 tha Soul ! Enjoyed this Beautiful episode Barry 😍
hey the, cant skip commercials, remind me of the TV channels in the US.
Barry,Barry,Barry,Barry,we love you mate.
Excellent Beach ⛱ Nice Videos. I Like All Your Videos. Great 👍 Job Sir.
Hillarious fun. and some dude looking to share with Seadog 🤔🤣🙃😉😊
Barry, ever the explorer. And oh, the scary polynesian hospitality..
Sound . Truly a sea dog.)
Hi Barry, your visit to the abandoned time share is very sad. We had a timeshare at Musket Cove Timeshare for 7 years. It was a great place for family holidays and quite a cheap holiday because you could cook in the Bure, avoid the high resort costs and be fairly self sufficient. Plus we got to know the locals very well, went fishing for Giant Trevally on the outer reef, among many other things. As I understand it, the Australian who started the Resort years ago fell foul of the Government and there were rumours of corruption. The chief would not allow the lease to be renewed. (I can't remember the details but it was well before Covid - maybe 6 years ago) A lot of villagers were employed at the timeshare so it was sad when we had our last year there, not knowing what would happen to them or the resort. We assumed it would be bought by the Chinese, who were investing heavily in Fiji. Clearly there has been very little investment in the area for years. Still, it brought back very many happy memories. At low tide the villagers would walk across the gap (the inlet you mentioned) between Malolo and Malolo LaiLai (The part of the island with the resorts), otherwise they got ferried back in the long boats. The bats would fly in at night and the Coconut crabs would come out. I spent many hours at the bar meeting sailors from all over the world. Enjoy Fiji and safe travels.
@nooneanybodyknows7912
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Thanks for your comment. As I was looking at the deserted dwellings, it was obvious to me that they were abandoned long before COVID-19. There is too much deterioration in only 3 years. Thanks for the input. I'm sorry to hear Australia fell out with Fiji and sad to hear of China's possible involvement. Maybe someday it will be restored and offer locals employment.
@jupitersailing
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It would be great if Barold read your comment as it is so relevant to the place he visited. I hope he gets the time to see it.
@stevenwatsham5973
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There is such a thing as treating the Cheif with respect!.. Its called Sevu sevu.. Bring the cheif a gift of Cava and to be sure to ask for permission to visit first!.. I served on Cable Ships with Fijian crew's and learned a little of their ways..
The pods you commented on are the fruit of the Tamarin .. Rodney Australia
Thanks for Musket cove Barry...
Had a similar episode when i lived in Vietnam .. stopped at traffic lights on my motorbike next to another motorbike with two woman aboard .. the driver smiled at me, pointed over her shoulder and asked if i would like …. her daughter. Like you i politely declined .. the lights turned green and we went our separate ways .. funny old world !
At the end...I thought you might enjoy this...plouf...ha ha ..I love your sense of humour.
That castaway raft is awesome! Well worth the track, my man!
Loved those deserted chalet’s
Did you know the guy that played Wilson in "castaway" was the same guy that played the volleyball in "top gun". Great underappreciated actor.
Barrie - your vids get better and better ..........
Top notch Barry!.
Keep on old man!
Happy to see you healthy and happy!! beautiful place,cold beer,pizza and Wilson !! Well done Barry Fair winds ⛵️
Loved it Barry! 😎👍
nice guy offering his wife ur wife n everyones up for the taken.rotfl good on u for passn her up. she could have gave u so much without close medical attention .enjoyed that sunset fr
❤❤❤❤❤ your videos. You da man Barry. Now I need a beer
Well Barry, loving history as you do I hope you know you've lived something historical that the first Europeans who visited the islands encountered: Locals approaching you who are shall we say... "free with their virtues." Sadly it is true: "Youth is wasted on the young." Carry on young man. You're an inspiration and a beacon. Be safe. P.S. Perkinson needs to go to a new home.
You fondling the do not touch raft is priceless, Barry. Thanks for sharing your perspective.
I can’t believe I’m all caught up, oh no! You should start a second channel with short daily briefs, I understand they can get quite popular. Anyway thanks for letting me come along on your adventures as I’m having none just now. Cheers!
I loved the ending hahaha
Every time I watch your videos I just want to jump in a boat and follow your tracks. Yes, even the miserable videos, becalmed in the middle of the sea, or surrounded by gales, or with a struggling engine. What a life.
Barry my man how are you today ,you were on fine form through out your video thank you for taking me along for the ride on this one cheers 😊
bin there 87, fue boats, one resort-club,good time-- thanks for vidio berry, keep on,don t talk medical stuff,beer is medicine
Always the GOLD STANDARD! THUMBS UP 👍
Keep em coming love the vids and the south pacific Cheers, n Fair Weather
FYI the ball in Castaway was a volley made by the Wilson Ball manufacturer hence it's name, Wilson. Great episode 👏
@franklittle8124
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Yeah, and the movie otherwise came across as a product-placement ad for Fed Ex.
@portsundries
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@@franklittle8124 Gotta pay for that island getaway somehow...
More please Barry
Glad to see a new episode!
He lashed it together with vcr tape and blew thru the reef, good one Barry!
What a beautiful location. Nice to see the blue skies again. (London UK).
Cant imagine eating a pizza in Fiji, just dont sound right, Gotta be a frozen one? Bet the fresh seafood is worth the order though.😊
Nice!
The guy on the foilboard was doing soo well!!🤣🤣
Good one.
¨be caretaker of a abanded resort, ill just pick a cabin and live there thank u very much ¨ I love that about u Barry. Bon Voyage
Isn't that nice, when you can say from time to time "I'm a happy man today". Wishing you more of those happy days. Cheers
Well I'm glad you declined the offer, or we wouldn't have heard about it! Don't hesitate to share stories like these in the future, it's good for the brain!
@AdventuresofanoldSeadog
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Will do!
This video is the only place where you'll see a fascinating documentary about a tiny Fijian island, yet it is absolutely wonderful to watch. Not sure what the ingredients are, but boy oh boy they are the right ones. Dave, Winchester, UK.
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Most of my sailing days involved a dry mouth and fear. And that was just rowing to the mooring! 😬
@boathousejoed1126
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Abandoned hotels, resorts hold fascination for us as well when we travel. Unfortunate, but interesting nonetheless. Wilson!! Neat piece of movie history. Lovely island. Cheers Barry! Sail safe.
“Look at these 2, it’s been a long time since I’ve seen them” Oh I was looking, don’t you worry bout that Brilliant. Haha
We all miss easy Mike man!!
Barry, I'm very happy you survived that awful trip and the boat needing to be fixed. You look like you're having quite the time! I love your videos, God Bless you, Mate
Spent a few years sailing back n forth in the 80s there, it's changed, busy, Muscat was nothing, Plantation was the go.... Taking over by Schoolies now days from what I hear. Used to fly over to Nandi using that "runway".🥴
Very glad to see that you're having a more relaxing time of it Barry. Adventures of an old Seadog nearly became The XXX Adventures of a Pirate Cap'n. ;)
Nice video
Inspirational, if you are ever in lake Malawi you have a free stay at chiponde beach resort,,, we make great pizza
So Happy To See You Seadog, Wondering What You Have Been Doing, Your Friend, Wendy
😂😂 Brilliant
Very impressed the guy at the end managed to hang on to his hat!
....I like to watch too, but only your videos :) Thanks!
Looks absolutely lovely Barry do you watch yourself with some of them proposals that you’re getting😂
Spent 3 weeks in Fiji a few years ago and took a snorkel trip on a cat that took us to Musket Cove for lunch and beers at the bar. Thanks for taking me back Barry!!
Thanks for another great adventure. Always good stuff.
We're the same age Barry, I envy you because you're doing what I have dreamed of doing ever sense I was in my teens, to live on a tropical island with palm trees and beaches. I waited far to long to follow my dream now but what the heck, I can live my dream through you and your magnificent videos. Keep on sailing Barry.
@jimfisk4474
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Hi Barry, you Ole rascal you. Have watched you from the beginning and enjoy everyone. Fiji and Tahiti, so beautiful. Hope you keep it up for at least another five years.
@philgray3443
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No body mentions the mozzies, sandflies, irukanji jelly fish, sharks, stonefish, tropical ulcers, mosquito borne illnesses like Japanese Encephalitis, and the star of the show Lymphatic filariasis. Otherwise these tropical islands are fine providing night time temperatures of 30°C with 95% humidity are your thing. 😊
@davecopp9356
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@@philgray3443 Thats social media, the ugly truth gets seldom shown, only the nice and beautiful side. It is extrem especially on sailing channels.
So beautiful! Thanks Berry.
Love it Barry, glad we got to catch up over several beers! At your current pace, we might catch you again in a year or so. Cheers!
I liked the way it ended...with that windsurfer crashing into the water.:)
Thanks for taking us along. Great episode. Stay safe
Awesome !! The beaches and the history!! Thanks for sharing!! Fair winds and seas!!
Another excellent episode Barry! Thanks...
Good one Barry .. !!
i love fiji...they are the way the world should be....i have been to treasure island next door to where you are...catch a boat for a day trip to treasure from latoka..have a smorgsboard meal plus trip for $55.00 fiji dollars is what it did cost...
Barry, I just happened to come across. Your blog about a month ago and I have watched 6 years in about 6 weeks ha haa. My wife and I used to live on a Lagoon 440 in Gibraltar for several years, I was actually working, but we cruised quite a bit. Had to sell the boat about 6 years ago as we moved to West Africa with the company I work for. About to retire and do the whole sailing thing again. I know exactly how you feel.
For me the most intersting part were the abandoned chalets...very peaceful.
You have seen the world. It may be time to take another rest in scenic and peaceful Fiji.
👏👏👏
"I know I'm a bit strange sat in a bar looking at a celing." That's not strange, Barry. That's what I end up doing on a Friday, although it's usually more horizontal 🤣
This chapter relaxed me after a terrible day, maybe not as much as the island relaxed you after a terrible sail, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. If you’re ever down Gibraltar way, there’s another runway you have to cross on foot…
Keith Richards had a incident with a Fiji coconut tree some years back.
Been watching this channel since we first laid eyes on White Shadow. I look forward to each new installment. Aside from the sailing, the channel is like a travelogue and I enjoy seeing distant lands and places that I'll never see first hand. The lifestyle remains mysterious to me. I still don't know if there is an end game plan as there was when the decision was announced to cross the Atlantic to Caribbean. Not what was left behind. How do you determine to go find a yacht, sever ties and head off across oceans, alone. I marvel and I appreciate. Great thank you for sharing.
Hi Barry. What a beautiful place, and lovely people. Almost wish you could stay forever. Have another beer, stay safe.
Thanks, Barry for the time.
Enjoy video and enjoy yourself meeting your sailing ⛵️ friends! 😘⛵️😀 Mike from Missouri
Go Barry!!
I believe those seed pods are Tamarind which is quite good! Another great video. I somehow had never seen Cast Away! so I looked it up (after pausing your video) and I watched the show. It was good and brought your reference to the raft into a better reality. Once again, Great Video Barry!
Sunny beach and a beer you have found. Sound good!😊
Loved it all especially that last bit even the so called wealthy fall every now and then thanks mate very enjoyable...regards Doc from Down Under
Just want to say thanks, mate, for your videos. My vessel is a small fibreglass Hartley TS16, so I don't sail far from the coast at Cairns, Oz. I live the long passages vicariously through you. Cheers, and keep safe. Barry.
Say there Dog. Your the best and your a sailor extraordinaire. Love to listen to your vibes while locked inside the vast prairies of Oklahoma. Continue on mate and always be prepared and be safe my friend. Cheers. 🍀👍✅
My man! Keep living the expeditious life for me.
Thank you for the video, it's always nice when your video pops up. Stay well and happy.
We had a beach bar on our base in the Bahamas. Lots like that, but in the tidal zone on piles. Our feet hung in the water at high tide. Good times
Thank you for another great video Barry, we were booked up to visit Fiji a few years ago but had to cancel for health reasons. Great to see what we missed... Looks amazing.
Wilson is with me enjoying the caravaning life ....🤪😂 Do you still get on the radio skeds? One of my hobby's is ham radio I'm vk6 xcj wonder what frequencys you use ? So I can listen out . Been enjoying your videos I'm still 6 months behind , where you are going around New Zealand
You are living life ❤️❤️👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Wicked, Barry.
Much more positive Barry, well done! Those anchored yachts with that sunset backdrop just make us long to get out of this dreadful country, South Africa ...
Thanks for the tour, Barry. 🍻
Ace as always thanks again ❤
Hi Barry ! Hope you get to 200 K soon !! May king Neptune grant you to fair winds ,lovely sunshine ,cold beers ,and dirty cold cash !!