Kristina's Travels

January 27, 2009 Sailing YouTubers

Kristina's Travels
  • Joined: January 27, 2009
  • Subscribers: 136,000
  • Videos: 114
  • Views: 26,987,142
  • AU
  • Language: EN

Kristina Costalos, a TV journalist, and John Tilley, a photographer, are sailing up the East Coast of Australia on SV Tucana, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS.

The Crew

Kristina Costalos is a multimedia force in the world of journalism and travel. With a background in television news reporting and a Bachelor of Communications degree from Bond University, she has honed her skills as a voice-over artist, videographer, and travel YouTuber. 

At present, Kristina is documenting her adventures on board the 50ft SV Tucana as she sails along the East Coast of Australia with her boyfriend, John Tilley, an airline pilot and landscape photographer. Each week, she shares her experiences through engaging vlogs.

Before embarking on this journey, Kristina worked as a television news reporter in Darwin, Brisbane, and Melbourne, covering major events such as the Royal Visit of Harry & Meghan and the Australian Open. She and John made the decision to take a break from their careers in 2021 and spend a year sailing around the country. John and Kristina purchased a 50ft  Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50 DS with just a few weeks sailing experience. They set sail from Melbourne and travelled up the East Coast to the Great Barrier Reef as part of their Australian Sailing Series with dreams of one day sailing the world.

Kristina's love of travel and her desire to help others plan their itineraries has led her to launch "Kristina's Travels & Global Travel Guides." With more than 40 countries under her belt and a viewership of over 20 million people worldwide, she offers unique insights and recommendations for travelers. From hot air balloon rides in Cappadocia to sailing the Cyclades Islands in Greece, Kristina inspires wanderlust and encourages people to pursue their travel dreams.

Join the tribe by subscribing to Kristina's Travels and follow @kristina and @johnptilley for behind the scenes content.

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Latest from Kristina's Travels

Videos

Setting sail ALONE for the first time!   |  EP 7
Setting sail ALONE for the first time! | EP 7

WE BLOODY DID IT! We depart Melbourne on Tucana, our new 50ft yacht, AKA: Our new home! We say goodbye to our friends... former colleagues.

Sailing on a $1,000,000 X-yacht ⛵️  |   EP 6
Sailing on a $1,000,000 X-yacht ⛵️ | EP 6

We finally reconnect with Tucana after a 2-week covid lockdown in Melbourne. During the fortnight, we managed to get out of Melbourne.

COVID OUTBREAK: Goodbye Tucana...  |   Ep 5
COVID OUTBREAK: Goodbye Tucana... | Ep 5

72 hours before we were scheduled to depart Melbourne, the entire state of Victoria, Australia was placed into a 7 DAY snap lockdown due to covid outbreak.

We sail Sydney to Hobart... in REVERSE!  | Ep 4
We sail Sydney to Hobart... in REVERSE! | Ep 4

On this episode, we sail from Hobart to Sydney on an incredible 50ft X-Yacht, 'Son Of Sam'. Tucana gets a new anti-foul, stanchions and backing plates.

HAULING OUT ahead of our Aussie sailing adventure | Ep 3
HAULING OUT ahead of our Aussie sailing adventure | Ep 3

On this epic episode: Our rigging is taken away and getting replaced, John modernises our water pump, we get new flexi solar panels, the winches are serviced.

Young Couple Buys 50ft Sailing Yacht! | Ep 2
Young Couple Buys 50ft Sailing Yacht! | Ep 2

This is our backstory.. and how we found Tucana - our dream boat! We also experience our first hail storm and we get vinegar in our water tanks. Yuck!

I quit my job & bought a yacht!  |  Ep 1
I quit my job & bought a yacht! | Ep 1

Yep. We did it. We purchased a yacht and we plan to sail her around Australia. Join us on this crazy adventure.

AMSTERDAM Travel Guide | 15 top things to do + Red Light District
AMSTERDAM Travel Guide | 15 top things to do + Red Light District

The ULTIMATE Amsterdam travel guide. From those infamous coffee shops to the Red Light District, Amsterdam is full of surprises and jaw dropping moments.

WALKING AROUND MELBOURNE CITY: During Australia’s Strictest Lockdown 2020 vs 2019
WALKING AROUND MELBOURNE CITY: During Australia’s Strictest Lockdown 2020 vs 2019

In this video, I compare peak hour in October 2020 to peak hour in October 2019. Exactly 1 year apart. Two moments in time, documented.

The ULTIMATE Paris Travel Guide | Top 12 Things To Do + Map  |  4K
The ULTIMATE Paris Travel Guide | Top 12 Things To Do + Map | 4K

12 locations pin-pointed on Google Maps below! Paris, ahhh... a slice of heaven. It's the 2nd most visited city in the world, with 19 million visitors annually.

NAXOS Travel Guide | Top 10 things to do | 4K
NAXOS Travel Guide | Top 10 things to do | 4K

10 things to do on the Greek Island of Naxos! We go sailing, trek up the biggest mountain in the Cyclades and visit the most gorgeous restaurant lookout.

PAROS Travel Guide | Top 10 things to do on the popular Greek getaway island   |   4K
PAROS Travel Guide | Top 10 things to do on the popular Greek getaway island | 4K

Not sure what to do in Paros, Greece? Here are our 10 TOP places to see and do on the majestic getaway island, a short ferry ride away from Naxos and Mykonos!

MALAGA Travel Guide | 12 Things To Do in the Spanish City
MALAGA Travel Guide | 12 Things To Do in the Spanish City

We're in Malaga for 2 days - exploring the top things to do, see and eat while visiting this colourful city in Spain.

NUSA LEMBONGAN Travel Guide: Paradise outside of Bali
NUSA LEMBONGAN Travel Guide: Paradise outside of Bali

16 THINGS TO DO: On this Travel Guide we explore the top places to see on Nusa Lembongan and Ceningan Island - just 30 minutes away from Bali.

CAMINITO DEL REY Travel Guide: World's scariest hike?! | Malaga, Spain
CAMINITO DEL REY Travel Guide: World's scariest hike?! | Malaga, Spain

Thinking of trekking ‘Caminito del Rey’ near Malaga in Spain? This is how we scored tickets, where we stayed, where to go and what to do.

GIBRALTAR Travel Guide | 10 things to do + Monkeys via the Mediterranean Steps
GIBRALTAR Travel Guide | 10 things to do + Monkeys via the Mediterranean Steps

On this travel guide, we trek up Gibraltar Rock via the scenic Mediterranean Steps! We also meet monkeys, cross the runway at the airport, explore the tunnels.

12 things to do in SEVILLE, Spain |  Voted as Lonely Planet's Top 10 'Best in Travel' | Travel Guide
12 things to do in SEVILLE, Spain | Voted as Lonely Planet's Top 10 'Best in Travel' | Travel Guide

Seville, Spain. A photographers paradise. On this travel guide — we’re going to be heading to some of the most picturesque popular places you won’t want to miss

PORTUGAL Travel Guide: Exploring Lagos, Porto & the Algarve caves
PORTUGAL Travel Guide: Exploring Lagos, Porto & the Algarve caves

Travel guide: Top tips and best places to visit in PORTO + LAGOS! The incredible Algarve caves were our favourite. Despite the water being so cold!

SINTRA Travel Guide: Visit the most popular castles in Portugal
SINTRA Travel Guide: Visit the most popular castles in Portugal

Explore 'Sintra' in a day! A 10-hour itinerary visiting the most popular castles in Portugal.

LISBON Travel Guide: Everything to See and Do | Best city to visit in Portugal
LISBON Travel Guide: Everything to See and Do | Best city to visit in Portugal

On this episode, we visit Lisbon in Portugal! We do a free walking tour, try delicious food and drinks, visit the Park Bar, see the city from a divine lookout!

THE KIMBERLY Travel Guide: El Questro + Emma Gorge & Zebedee Springs  |  Australia
THE KIMBERLY Travel Guide: El Questro + Emma Gorge & Zebedee Springs | Australia

HIGHLIGHTS of The Kimberley & El Questro. We explore Emma Gorge, Zebedee Springs, Pigeon Hole Lookout and Ivanhoe Crossing.

NUSA PENIDA Travel Guide: Expectations vs. Reality at T-Rex Bay + Manta Rays
NUSA PENIDA Travel Guide: Expectations vs. Reality at T-Rex Bay + Manta Rays

Next time you visit Bali, venture out to Nusa Penida and swim with Manta Rays! Oh, and just be prepared for potential crowds at T-Rex Bay!

NUSA PENIDA Travel Guide: We found the BEST beach in Bali  |  Day 1
NUSA PENIDA Travel Guide: We found the BEST beach in Bali | Day 1

Just 30 minutes away from Bali is the most beautiful island in Indonesia - Nusa Penida. We visit Diamond Beach and check out the local night markets!

SCHILTHORN Travel Guide: The BEST view in Switzerland ❤️ Paragliding in Interlaken
SCHILTHORN Travel Guide: The BEST view in Switzerland ❤️ Paragliding in Interlaken

Highlights of SWITZERLAND! The best places to see and top things to do ✨ Paragliding in Interlaken + Mürren + Thrill Walk at Birg + James Bond lunch.

7 DAY South Island ROAD TRIP in New Zealand. Hot Springs + Roy’s Peak + Queenstown | TRAVEL GUIDE
VENICE Travel Guide: Tips + Things To Do | Everything you NEED to know
VENICE Travel Guide: Tips + Things To Do | Everything you NEED to know

💫 HIGHLIGHTS of Venice, Italy ❤️ St Mark's Square + Rialto Bridge!

HIGHLIGHTS of Phuket, Thailand. Island hopping boat tour | TRAVEL GUIDE
HIGHLIGHTS of Phuket, Thailand. Island hopping boat tour | TRAVEL GUIDE

✨ HIGHLIGHTS of Phuket, Thailand 🌴 Our hotel, island hopping boat tour + a top tips!

Trekking Cinque Terre, Italy. Top things to See & Do 😮 | TRAVEL GUIDE
Trekking Cinque Terre, Italy. Top things to See & Do 😮 | TRAVEL GUIDE

❤️ Trekking the Cinque Terre trail in Italy... from... Monterosso to Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. 😮

HIGHLIGHTS of Port Vila, VANUATU - Exploring Efate Island, Blue Lagoon + Snorkelling | Travel Guide
HIGHLIGHTS of Port Vila, VANUATU - Exploring Efate Island, Blue Lagoon + Snorkelling | Travel Guide

On this Global Travel Guide we explore Efate Island, Port Vila in Vanuatu.

HIGHLIGHTS of Dubrovnik, Croatia. ‘Old Town’ Must Do’s + History + BEST drone lookout | TRAVEL GUIDE
HIGHLIGHTS of Dubrovnik, Croatia. ‘Old Town’ Must Do’s + History + BEST drone lookout | TRAVEL GUIDE

HIGHLIGHTS of Dubrovnik, Croatia - ‘Old Town’ Must Do’s + History + the BEST drone lookout!

AMALFI COAST Travel Guide | Exploring Positano, Sorrento, Pompeii, Mt Vesuvius in ITALY
AMALFI COAST Travel Guide | Exploring Positano, Sorrento, Pompeii, Mt Vesuvius in ITALY

Highlights of 'AMALFI COAST' Road Trip -- Positano, Sorrento, Pompeii, Mt Vesuvius & hidden Fjord.

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