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25 Questions to myself (Julie)

Three years ago, I moved onto a sailboat full-time, thinking I was chasing freedom and adventure. What I didn’t expect was how much it would change me. The way I see myself, the sea and the world has shifted in quiet but powerful ways. In this post, I ask myself 25 questions to reflect on the changes that come from living a life surrounded by water and to also share some exceptional adventures we’ve had over the last three years. Enjoy 🙂

The Freedom We Found by Letting Go of Our Sailing Plans

We kicked off our sailing adventure with big dreams of crossing the Atlantic, but here we are, two years later, still cruising through the Mediterranean, living more on a whim. Dropping the idea of set destinations has helped us form stronger connections and rediscover why we fell in love with sailing in the first place. What we thought would be a carefully planned journey has turned into something much more rewarding and full of surprises.

Resilience and Reflection: Life Lessons from Living Aboard

A few years ago, my life was full of deadlines and stress. The hustle and bustle of modern life seemed never-ending. I felt like I was always running – both literally and figuratively – trying to keep up with the pace. Even in quiet moments, my mind was far from still. It was always on to the next task, the next meeting, the next ‘to do’. Then one day, after years of feeling mentally drained, I made a life-changing decision. My partner and I quit our jobs, sold most of our possessions and moved full-time to a boat. We had no idea how profoundly this decision would affect our lives and, in particular, my mental wellbeing.

Wanderlust on the Waves: my new podcast adventure

Hey everyone! I’m super excited to share something I’ve been working on—my new podcast, Wanderlust on the Waves. After spending the last 762 days living aboard our sailboat, El Burro, and exploring the world by sea, I figured it was time to tell some of the stories that have made this journey so special.

10-minute nachos

Ahoy, fellow food enthusiasts and sailing souls! Welcome aboard El Burro, where the salty sea breeze meets the aromatic scents of our galley adventures. I’m Greg, your culinary captain, and this is our floating kitchen on the waves. Starting this food journey at sea, I found joy in making tasty meals in our confined yetContinueContinue reading “10-minute nachos”

Our Mediterranean Sea Adventure Pt. 4 – Greece

Greece is a popular destination for travellers. It has beautiful blue waters, ancient ruins and beautiful islands. It’s a perfect mix of history, culture and nature.

It is hard to sum up the last six months. We hadn’t originally planned to go to Greece, but living on a boat means you have to be flexible. And we’re glad it worked out this way! Greece has been fantastic for us.

Our Mediterranean Sea Adventure Pt. 3 – Sardinia, Sicily & Mainland Italy

Sailing through the Med, we explored Sardinia’s beaches, Sicily’s history, and Italy’s coastal beauty. Amidst the waves, we soaked in precious family time – dining and sharing laughters.

Our Mediterranean Sea Adventure Pt. 2 – Mainland Spain

Our quick stop in Spain on our boat took us to lively Barcelona. Docking in the busy harbor, we explored the city and wandered through the narrow streets. We found cozy tapas bars and lively plazas, soaking in the Spanish vibes.