For those of you still approaching, you are not necessarily going to get caught up in the situation Mlinzi is in right now. There are several bridges, in addition to the ferries, onto the island. Most of the purpose is just to kind of set the world up so you can come to a better understanding of how things are in the various locations.
If you want a lead in to your arrival, I will give you something once you describe reaching the island. Otherwise I am fine if you show up inside/outside the bar, and I will pick you up there. Either is fine with me.