San Blas Reborn: New Islands Emerge Amidst Climate Change Hysteria The San Blas archipelago, known for its stunning beauty and cultural richness, is witnessing a profound transformation driven by both the forces of nature and the resilience of the Guna people. As climate change alters the geography of this paradise, new islands are emerging, while existing ones face the threat of submersion. This dynamic evolution highlights the Guna community’s adaptability and determination to preserve their way of life in the face of environmental challenges. San Blas: A timeless paradise where nature’s beauty and local culture blend seamlessly, following the natural cycles of life. A New Island Emerges in San Blas Off the coast of Maoqui in the Dutch Cays, a new island is gradually taking shape. What started as a mere speck of land, approximately 5 meters by 8 meters, has grown over the past decade to a remarkable 40 meters by 80 meters. This natural phenomenon of island formation in Guna Yala is not just a geological event; it carries significant cultural implications. The new island in San Blas in its early stages, very small, from 10 years ago. The new island in its early stages 10 years ago, gradually growing in size. Aerial view of emerging island in San Blas, Panama, forming in front of Maoqui island, which is visible in the background. In the Guna tradition, when a new island forms, the first family to plant coconut trees on it typically claims the right to inhabit it once it becomes fully habitable. This process is neither quick nor straightforward—it can take years for the island to reach a stable size, where it is no longer submerged during high tides. On this newly emerging island, Jose's family, our longtime deckhand of our Mambo Diablo Salina 48 catamaran and dear Guna friend, has already planted between 30 and 40 coconut trees in neat rows, staking their claim to the land. However, they must remain vigilant, as the death of these trees could jeopardize their ownership. Recently planted coconut trees by a family on Maoqui Island, who will eventually have the right to live there and utilize its resources. The Guna use coconuts and seafood for both sustenance and income. Recently planted coconut trees by a family on Maoqui Island, who will eventually have the right to live there and utilize its resources. The Guna use coconuts and seafood for both sustenance and income. The final decision on ownership, however, rests with the General Guna Congress. While the family continues to nurture their coconut trees, they must wait for the island to stabilize—a process that could take several more years. This careful stewardship reflects the Guna’s deep connection to their land and their ability to adapt to the slow but steady changes brought about by climate change. Relocating from Cartí Sugdupu: A Community in Transition While new islands are forming, other parts of San Blas face a more ominous reality. The island of Cartí Sugdupu, one of the 49 inhabited islands in the archipelago, is under threat from overcrowding. With its population exceeding 1,000 people, crammed into an area roughly the size of five football fields, the island’s future is uncertain. Despite media narratives, the relocation of Cartí's inhabitants to the mainland is primarily due to overpopulation and the severe shortage of space on the island. There is no longer any room for the younger generation seeking to establish their homes. This is the indisputable reality, rather than the alarmist headlines circulated by some outlets. Furthermore, while it is true that some islands may eventually submerge in the distant future, new islands are simultaneously emerging, reflecting the ongoing natural cycle of change in San Blas. Carti Sugdupu, San Blas. The Panamanian government has acknowledged the urgent need to relocate the residents of Cartí Sugdupu. However, both the government and the media focus on the islands' potential to sink as the reason for their actions, while the underlying reality is one of overpopulation and a severe lack of space. The island, which stands 50 cm to 1 meter above sea level, is supposedly predicted to be submerged in the coming decades. In response to this projection, the government has initiated a relocation plan, moving the community to a new mainland settlement called Nuevo Cartí, or Isber Yala ("Tree of Níspero").

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http://uberscubakomodo.com Wow, what a fantastic dive at Manta Point in February 2015. In this video we can see the epic experience on of our crew had at Manta Point, a dive site just east of Komodo Island. The video begins with a pan of the azure blue waters of Manta Point, and fades into an underwater scenery. Here we have a shot of a Manta cleaning station and two manta's dancing together, just to the background. Don't worry we used a GoPro Hero3+ to film this video, with a red filter and a MACRO lens...! We pan to a shot of a Manta Ray flirting with us, effortlessly battling the current, until it approaches our diver in a crazy BUCKET LIST moment. Who would have thought we could get so close to such a magnificent creature! Dive Komodo with Uber Scuba, we know the best dive site and can ensure you the best experience. Our 23 meter boat is FAST, SAFE and COMFORTABLE and we will ensure you have the dives of your life! Uber Scuba Komodo will open its doors in March 2015 :) We dive Komodo and bring you footage of our diving experiences. Join us! You can book online via our website and find out more about our freediving and snorkelling programmes, along with all the information on the dive sites in Komodo whilst reading our blog which is regularly updated. What are you waiting for? Dive in! dive@uberscubakomodo.com

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The second-to-last creation of the great Norwegian master of lines, Johan Anker, was brought to life by Robbe & Berking in 2015 — a 12mR yacht carrying the name of Anker's wife: Nini Roll Anker.

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Подпишись на канал. https://www.youtube.com/c/sailingOlle?sub_confirmation=1 1. Первый сезон подготовка яхта к сезону. Ремонты и исследование Майорки. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnZ1uq4fVVLqh1AZmxdknXORtnJ-qUMyI 2. Второй сезон путешествие по Балеарским островами на яхте с детьми. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnZ1uq4fVVLqUWhdpogGqsxDosO4T-Yuc 3. Зимовка в Альмиремаре короткие видео. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnZ1uq4fVVLojT0rgNG1iKE3DdQkupUhh В режиме реального времени за нами можно следить в инстаграм https://www.instagram.com/turbo.nata/ У нас для вас подарок календарь на 2022 год. Можете распечатать на принтере или в типографии. Сможете отмечать в календаре свое расписание и важные дела. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tqRkacpfGrWvHBZgfN1CSngS-6ploSZr/view?usp=sharing Журнал путешествия с детьми. Скачать бесплатно. https://drive.google.com/file/d/13ZYZZXBieNSe7D_FcUdwD_C3C9rwtsaI/view?usp=sharing

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We crossed the North Sea from the UK to the Netherlands on the 3+4 February 2022! It was a 33 hour sail trip, including 14 hours of night sailing. To experience how this is, I made a 25 seconds movie. So you have an idea of what you see during the night, or better: don’t see 😊. The red light is the left front of the boat and the green light is the right side of the boat. Also listen to the sound of the ship sailing in the dark! I send this movie to one of my uncles via WhatsApp and he replied, he thought his phone was broken when playing this movie, because his screen turned so dark!

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