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Escher family and crew of SV Aphrodite at Lunas Shipyard prior to the launch. Paul is away in French Polynesia crewing on another boat temporarily.
May 23, 2026July 20, 2026Lorraine Escher

Catamaran Haul-Out in Malaysia: 322 Days for a Refit

Karen Escher painting the keel in Langkawi, Malaysia.
April 13, 2026July 23, 2026Lorraine Escher

Keel Art: Whale Sharks on a Moving Canvas by a Teen Artist

A photo of SV Aphrodite anchored in Langkawi, Malaysia
December 7, 2023July 24, 2026Lorraine Escher

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