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A Day Off in Westafrica

A Day Off in Westafrica

A Day Off in Westafricaflohjoe
Published on: 27/04/2026

Anchored near Toubakouta in Senegal’s Saloum Delta, we take a day off for a small safari—wildlife, mixed feelings about captive lions, and thoughts I’m still sorting out.

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A Smooth Day Sail from Fuerteventura to Gran Canaria

A Smooth Day Sail from Fuerteventura to Gran Canaria

A Smooth Day Sail from Fuerteventura to Gran Canariaflohjoe
Published on: 06/09/2025

A calm day sail from Fuerteventura to Gran Canaria — steady winds, easy seas, and reflections on sailing life in the Canary Islands.

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Flohjoe’s Patreon Update: November Travels and Reflections

Flohjoe’s Patreon Update: November Travels and Reflections

Flohjoe’s Patreon Update: November Travels and Reflectionsflohjoe
Published on: 05/11/2019

In November 2019, Flohjoe shares his travels through the Sahara, Switzerland, and more, plus updates on his Patreon contributions to education in Zanzibar.

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patreon update – september 25th 2018

patreon update – september 25th 2018

patreon update – september 25th 2018flohjoe
Published on: 25/09/2018

A brief Patreon update from Sept 25, 2018—where things stand right now and what’s coming next.

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Pemba to Ibo Island: A Lost Town at the Edge of Mozambique

Pemba to Ibo Island: A Lost Town at the Edge of Mozambique

Pemba to Ibo Island: A Lost Town at the Edge of Mozambiqueflohjoe
Published on: 19/10/2015

From Pemba to Ibo Island in Mozambique: a slow journey by bus and dhow into the Quirimbas—ruins, sand streets, and the story behind Miti Miwiri.

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I Went to Zanzibar to Escape Routine. I Found One Instead.

I Went to Zanzibar to Escape Routine. I Found One Instead.

I Went to Zanzibar to Escape Routine. I Found One Instead.flohjoe
Published on: 27/03/2015

A month working from Stone Town, Zanzibar taught me a paradox: I hate routines—and I need them. Here’s what changed when I built my own structure.

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