A Tribute to My Dad
Tony Patatian was many things to many people during his life. I will remember him most as a curious listener and a great conversationalist. But it didn’t start that way for us.
Sail Wind River
Follow Raffi as he sails around the Pacific Ocean on his Hallberg-Rassy 43. Discover the ports of call, the journeys to them, and the surprises along the way!
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A Fork in the Road
A choice is made to experience Japan along its western rather than eastern seaboard
Kyushu Cruise
From Okinawa, in late March 2025 I sailed directly to Nagasaki on the Japanese Island of Kyushu.
Okinawa on my Mind, Part 2
On Okinawan culture, Japanese demographics, automation, food, and generosity.
Okinawa on My Mind, Part 1
On Okinawan friends, Ryukyu culture, WW2 memorials, and unique mooring situations.
My longest passage... yet
Another unintended milestone
Fun Times in Fiji (Part 2)
And a decision is made on the next destination
Note to Readers
There's more to the story of this journey than the blog post
Fun Times in Fiji (Part 1)
People make this beautiful country even more special
A Personal Record
My longest single-handed crossing to date, French Polynesia to Fiji