Thermal Relief : ) Aug 2009

Night markets, West Timor


An abundance of choice for discerning shoppers.



Tania and friend

Looking closely in the grainy sand on the beach, the sheer number of tiny hermit crabs was staggering. (Not unlike the number of star fish on the reef...)

[Photo: Tania]




The mighty magic wheel races .


On the beachfront.
Alex "I can see you!", Joel, Lou, Dave, Jed
Very relaxed beneath another possibly dangerous coconut tree.

[Photo: Tania]

[Photo: Tania]
Funky surf camp living...


Mama Babi and Etna [Photo: Tania]







Kevin and Lou


Beloved pigs (and dog) of Nemberala


Grave stones are also a popular place for people on Rote to sit and relax or just lay back,
which is a common sight as you travel across the island.


Little piggy off wandering [click to enlarge]

[Photo: Tania]
Arran and Joel on the good ship Quiksilver. Thanks Mr Samuel!

[Photo: Tania]
A serious set coming through

[Photo: Tania]
Me cruising after a knock to the head the previous day. This time with extra protection.

[Photo: Tania]
Unidentified surfer

[Photo: Tania]
Thrills & spills! The aftermath of a drop in...


A bandit on the run




On the way south of the village

Not the spot to lose control of your scooter !

[Photo: Tania]




Fire spirit...
Goodbye gathering for Joel with fellow surf rats, music by Mat & Noel


Alex communing with the fire spirit


Snack time at Jenet's
[Photo: Tania]