We arrived in Pulau Weh after a short sail through the channel, with again sudden winds of 20 knots plus. Tucked behind the back of Sabang, in front of a nice "losmen" (guesthouse) called Freddies. One of the most interesting things we have been seeing, apart from the weather, is the many bunkers on the beaches of northern Sumatra. They are everywhere. I guess it's from the second world war, when the Japanese where around? I don't know, would be nice to know the history behind it. We check one out and it was not only huge but had a massive support for some serious gun. But nowadays only goats stay in them. While I write, Russ has jumped on a motorbike to check Sabang Harbour and the weather on the other side of the island. He is still a bit edgy about the weather but the local people have a very soothing effect on him and he melts every wave, smile, friendly gesture, so I guess we are here to stay (at least until November!)
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