The unique and intricate death customs of Tana Toraja have been celebrated for centuries, making them some of the most complex and expensive funeral traditions in the world. Before Dutch Christian Missionaries arrived, Torajans practiced Animism, the belief that non-human entities possess a spiritual essence. Despite now nominally following other religions, the Torajans still practice their ancient funeral customs which are known to be some of the most elaborate in the world. During their lives, the Torajans work extremely hard to accumulate wealth. But unlike other societies, the Tarajans do not save their money to achieve materialistic status for themselves, rather they save for a good send off in death. In fact, it is the extravagance of their funeral, which marks a family’s position in Torajan society. People will live under the same roof as a deceased family member for months or years until the money is in place to pay for their elaborate, ritual funeral. After leaving Our Dreamtime at anchor in Palopo under the watchful eyes of our buddy boaters, Daniel and Emma, we travel over treacherous roads into the highlands of Sulawesi to the town of Rante Pao in the Region of Tana Raja. We’ve sailed nearly 200 miles and spent hours driving through the mountainous jungle to attend the funeral of someone we don’t even know. Why? Because it’s Tana Toraja and not just any funeral. In this episode we experience one of these remarkable rituals firsthand before exploring the incredible natural beauty and unique culture of this world famous region of Indonesia. #indonesia #livingdead #deathrituals

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Princess 45 is one of the most respected classic flybridge yachts ever produced by Princess Yachts a timeless British flybridge motor cruiser. Designed with renowned Bernard Olesinski hull expertise, the 1986 model combines elegant styling, excellent sea-keeping, and spacious accommodation, the 45 became a benchmark for family cruising and offshore passagemaking. With her deep-V hull, generous beam, and practical flybridge layout, the Princess 45 remains highly sought after as a capable coastal cruiser, liveaboard, or long-distance touring yacht. Volvo Penta Twin TAMD 72 EDC 430hp engines (1991) 2,300 hours, 2 x 3 blade fixed props, Engine hours 2,300, Vetus bowthruster 30W 7524D, Onan generator 1,800 hours, Aquafresh watermaker 90 ltrs/hr, Airconditioning. Euros 95,000 Key Features Classic flybridge layout with upper helm and guest seating Spacious flybridge with seating and helm station Large aft cockpit for entertaining Bright saloon with panoramic windows Two-cabin, two-head accommodation Excellent visibility from both helms Well-equipped galley for extended cruising Comfortable accommodation for up to 6 guests Proven offshore-capable GRP hull https://www.williamsandsmithells.com/boats/princess-45-flybridge/

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Better to be sailing from anchorage to anchorage than stuck in a house all day! #shorts

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