Leading the Escapade

Setting Sail on SV Escapade: Janaye and Jason’s Remarkable Journey

Envision embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey spanning the seven seas. Picture a voyage that captures the essence of adventure and the allure of the unknown. For Janaye McDonald and Jason Marshall, this isn’t a dream; it’s their extraordinary reality. This fearless Australian couple has cast off the constraints of a conventional life to embrace the vast expanse of the world’s oceans, sailing around the globe aboard SV Escapade, a majestic 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.

Chasing the Dream

Their extraordinary odyssey commenced after two and a half years of unwavering dedication and meticulous saving. The pair was determined to find the perfect vessel that would carry them through the enchanting tapestry of global exploration. Not only did they face the usual challenges of setting sail on such an ambitious quest, but they also had to navigate the treacherous waters of the Covid-19 pandemic, which brought about travel restrictions and uncertainties. However, in the face of adversity, Janaye and Jason remained resolute.

With their dreams firmly anchored in the horizon, they persevered. After an arduous search, they finally became the proud owners of the SV Escapade, a vessel that would become the gateway to their seafaring dreams.

A Glimpse into Their Journey

Follow their exhilarating journey on their YouTube channel, “Leading the Escapade,” where they provide a raw and unfiltered look into their lives as they navigate the high seas. From awe-inspiring destinations to the trials of daily life at sea, they invite you to subscribe and join them on this remarkable voyage

Supporting Their Adventure

Janaye and Jason’s adventure is made possible through the unwavering support of their dedicated followers and patrons. Their audience plays a crucial role in enhancing their equipment, ensuring their sailboat remains shipshape, and covering the various expenses associated with their travel content creation. Furthermore, the couple is working on developing high-quality merchandise for their supporters. You can also contribute to their journey through one-time donations via PayPal or by purchasing their organic cotton merchandise from their online store.

Upgrades and Expansive Horizons

Their expedition has already witnessed substantial upgrades, including enhancements to rigging and electronics. While their initial sailing experiences centered around their home country, Australia, they’ve now expanded their horizons into the captivating Mediterranean—a region teeming with history, culture, and new experiences.

Financial Freedom on the High Seas

Janaye and Jason’s financial acumen is commendable. Their diverse income sources, including Patreon and PayPal donations, Wise affiliate links, a GoFundMe account, and revenue from YouTube ads, collectively contribute to a monthly income estimated at around $4,700. This financial stability ensures their nomadic lifestyle can continue smoothly, unburdened by the financial worries that often plague those who pursue the path less traveled.

Connections and Collaborations

While the couple’s YouTube channel is still relatively new, they share similarities with others, such as Kristina’s Travels, who explore the eastern coast of Australia by sea. Collaborations with fellow YouTubers are on the horizon, promising exciting content and shared adventures.

Charting the Future

What lies ahead for Janaye and Jason is a mystery waiting to be uncovered. Their immediate plans include further exploration of the Mediterranean, followed by an ambitious sail towards the Caribbean. Beyond that, the possibilities seem endless, with dreams of venturing even further into the South Pacific before returning to their Australian roots, where their remarkable journey began.

Key Takeaways

The story of Janaye and Jason is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the boundless possibilities that await those willing to chase their dreams. Their journey holds valuable lessons for all adventurers: create a sense of purpose behind your travels, embrace adversity as a stepping stone to growth, work diligently to secure your online freedom, and find a supportive community that shares your passion.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the storytelling prowess and unfiltered content created by Janaye and Jason are deserving of a larger audience. They serve as an inspiration for adventure-seekers around the world, and their subscriber count should reflect the captivating journey they are undertaking. As they continue to navigate the world’s oceans and share their experiences, they invite us all to join them on a remarkable voyage.

Closing Thoughts

Janaye and Jason’s journey is a testament to the magic of the open sea and the allure of the unknown. Their passion for adventure, combined with their storytelling talent, makes them the kind of explorers you can’t help but follow. If you’ve ever considered setting sail on your own adventure, their story is proof that it’s possible. Stay safe, keep exploring, and embrace the spirit of adventure.

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Sailing The Bahamas – Threading the Needle Through Shallow Coral Reefs! Ep-186
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Sailing The Bahamas – Threading the Needle Through Shallow Coral Reefs! Ep-186
We set sail on an overnight passage from the Exumas to the Abacos, navigating shallow Bahamian waters and dodging coral heads along the way. Our goal? Reach the narrow channel between the islands before sunset. After arriving, we're greeted by a few foreca...
Swimming with Sharks, Pigs & Pink Iguanas?! | Exumas Adventure! Ep-185
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Swimming with Sharks, Pigs & Pink Iguanas?! | Exumas Adventure! Ep-185
Come island-hopping with us through the wild side of the Exumas! 🏝️ In this episode, we snorkel with nurse sharks, visit a lesser-known spot to see the famous swimming pigs, and meet the rare pink iguanas of the Bahamas. It’s one unforgettable epis...
TROUBLE IN PARADISE – Dinghy DISASTER in the REMOTE BAHAMAS! Ep-184
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Like Sailing Through a Giant Swimming Pool – Bahamas Magic! Ep-183
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Like Sailing Through a Giant Swimming Pool – Bahamas Magic! Ep-183
Sailing the Bahamas in the clearest, bluest water we've ever seen—like a swimming pool! We explore sinkholes, swing off the boat, and soak it all in. This episode is packed with classic Bahamas magic—turquoise water, underwater adventures, and a few u...
Wind against current, shallow reef, will we make it? Find out in this week’s ep! #bahamas #sailing
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Spearfishing, SHALLOW Cuts & BULL SHARK Encounter – SAILING the Jumentos Cays! Ep-182
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Spearfishing, SHALLOW Cuts & BULL SHARK Encounter – SAILING the Jumentos Cays! Ep-182
Go to https://surfshark.com/leading or use code LEADING at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! We're sailing deep in the remote southern Bahamas — starting off with a dive and spearfishing session at Jamaica Cay in the Jumentos Cays. Then i...

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SAILING THE MED! We bought a BOAT! Ep-1
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SAILING THE MED! We bought a BOAT! Ep-1
In this week's episode we show you the start of our adventure, finding a boat, getting the boat ready and all the in between.
SHAKEDOWN SAIL! Ep-2
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SHAKEDOWN SAIL! Ep-2
In this weeks episode we splash the boat, do a shakedown sail where we iron out all of the issues and we do our first sail on our own with no help.
Sailing to SHIPWRECK BEACH, Zakinthos! Ep-3
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Sailing to SHIPWRECK BEACH, Zakinthos! Ep-3
We set sail on our journey towards the Cyclades, Greece. We visit some bucket-list destinations including Navagio Beach aka Shipwreck Beach and get in a STORM!
Crossing the IONIAN to the AEGEAN Sea! Ep-4
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Crossing the IONIAN to the AEGEAN Sea! Ep-4
We travel all the way from Zakynthos to milos, Greece, crossing from the Ionian to the Aegean Sea. We visit a Sulphur beach, snorkel a world war II shipwreck...
Sailing to THE MOON! (Sarakiniko Beach) Ep-5
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Sailing to THE MOON! (Sarakiniko Beach) Ep-5
After our biggest passage so far from Monemvasia on Mainland Greece to Milos Island in the Cyclades, we were treated to a few Amazing days!
Sailing the famous GREEK ISLANDS! Ep-6
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Sailing the famous GREEK ISLANDS! Ep-6
Getting stuck on anchor in some wild windy weather, Being a tourist in Ios and Santorini, Restaurants you must try and spots you cannot miss!
SECRET HIDDEN GEM OF IOS, GREECE! Ep-7
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SECRET HIDDEN GEM OF IOS, GREECE! Ep-7
Sailing in scary weather from Santorini, Greece, cliff jumping at hidden gems in Ios, finding amazing graffiti art at an abandoned hotel in Naxos...
DRAGGING ANCHOR IN HUGE STORM! Ep-8
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DRAGGING ANCHOR IN HUGE STORM! Ep-8
We set sail from Mykonos, end up Sailing in some big swell and windy weather, Dragged anchor in a huge storm!
CLOSE CALL WITH A SHIP! Ep-9
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CLOSE CALL WITH A SHIP! Ep-9
We check out of Samos, Greece, have an amazing last sail to our last Greek Island, Agathonisi and cross over into a new country....HELLO TURKEY!!
WATCH THIS BEFORE YOU SAIL GREECE! Ep-10
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WATCH THIS BEFORE YOU SAIL GREECE! Ep-10
In this week's episode we take you back to the beginning of our time in Greece and cram our all the notable events into one episode to recap ​the up's & down's.
Turkey’s SINGLE MOST VISITED attraction! Ep-11
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Turkey’s SINGLE MOST VISITED attraction! Ep-11
Visiting Turkey’s single most visited attractions, Pamukkale, experiencing a Turkish bath and some traditional Turkish cuisine!
OFF PEAK Sailing The Turkish Coastline! Ep-12
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OFF PEAK Sailing The Turkish Coastline! Ep-12
We finally leave our first anchorage in Turkey for good! We make our way further south to explore the beautiful Bodrum, a very popular area for sailing!
Sailing to our very own PRIVATE ISLAND! Ep-13
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Sailing to our very own PRIVATE ISLAND! Ep-13
This episode is a week of firsts! Jason tests out his new spearfishing gear for the first time and we tie our boat stern to the rocks successfully.
ALL ABOARD!! Our first CREW! Ep-14
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ALL ABOARD!! Our first CREW! Ep-14
Showing the crew what sailing is all about! We Sail from Bodrum, Turkey and make our way south along the Turkish Coastline, stopping at anchorages along the way
SAILING through Turkish AND Greek Waters! Ep-15
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SAILING through Turkish AND Greek Waters! Ep-15
Sailing along the Turkish Coast sometimes means crossing into Greek waters! We sail from Bodrum to Marmaris stopping at small towns and anchorages along the way
The REALITIES of SAILING! Ep-16
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The REALITIES of SAILING! Ep-16
The realities of Sailing, sometimes it not all sunsets, sailing Greek Islands, beers, beach fires, and sunbaking...
Ontop of the Mast! Rigging and Gear inspection before we make our way across Greece! 🇬🇷
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Ontop of the Mast! Rigging and Gear inspection before we make our way across Greece! 🇬🇷
Checking the rigging and gear before we make our way across the Aegean Sea in Greece In some unpredictable weather through winter.
A treat for waking up in the dark this morning! And our first morning back out on the water ⛵️
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A treat for waking up in the dark this morning! And our first morning back out on the water ⛵️
We sail from Kekova to Kas in Turkey this morning, we leave early to catch some favourable wind and are treated to a beautiful sunrise 😍
TURKISH COAST SAILING, barely a soul in sight! Ep-17
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TURKISH COAST SAILING, barely a soul in sight! Ep-17
We finally begin our journey south from Marmaris as we are booked into a marina in a about a week and we're now worried we wont make it intime.
Making the most of off peak SAILING SEASON! Ep-18
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Making the most of off peak SAILING SEASON! Ep-18
This week we Adventure up a river (that we were prohibited to go up without a permit...naughty us) but karma must get us!
Coastline Hopping through TURKEY! Ep-19
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Coastline Hopping through TURKEY! Ep-19
We leave Gocek unexpectedly to dodge some pretty nasty weather and safely make our way to Fethiye in a nice protected anchorage.
LAST DAY’S of living on the hook! Ep-20
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LAST DAY’S of living on the hook! Ep-20
We're on the hook in a place called Kekova which is filled with history! We visit some ancient Lycian tombs, a submerged city and a castle on Kekova Island.
Your SAUCY QUESTIONS Answered! Q&A Chat!
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Your SAUCY QUESTIONS Answered! Q&A Chat!
How we learnt to sail, how much money we saved, what camera equipment we use to film our sailing vlogs/adventures, our future travel/sailing plans and tips.
TRAPPED in a MARINA! Jason’s losing his marbles! Ep-21
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TRAPPED in a MARINA! Jason’s losing his marbles! Ep-21
Our first time Living the marina liveaboard life, we clean and pack up the boat to leave her for just under two weeks as we do some land travel in Turkey.
CAPPADOCIA, Turkey! Is this Place even REAL?? Ep-22
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CAPPADOCIA, Turkey! Is this Place even REAL?? Ep-22
An UNFORGETABLE Christmas in Cappadocia, Turkey! Hot air balloons, fairy chimney’s, open air museums, horseback riding through the valleys and amazing sunrise.
Is this the WORLD’S CHEAPEST SKI RESORT?! Ep-23
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Is this the WORLD’S CHEAPEST SKI RESORT?! Ep-23
Hot Air Balloon views from a stunning traditional Turkish terrace, Exploring ancient underground cities and learning to snowboard.
WILL THE ENGINE START?? Ep-24
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WILL THE ENGINE START?? Ep-24
Major service of the boat's engine and Generator and installing our new 12 volt fridge/freezer amongst the crappy winter weather!
OUR 2022 SEASON BEGINS! EP-25
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OUR 2022 SEASON BEGINS! EP-25
Sailing out of the marina! Our new sailing season begins now! a broken autopilot, sailing instrument problems, it seems like we have problem after problem..
OVERSTAYING OUR TURKISH VISA! Ep-26
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OVERSTAYING OUR TURKISH VISA! Ep-26
Fixing our Autopilot, enjoying a beautiful anchorage, amazing sunsets, sailing from Kas to Oludeniz where a beautiful day on the water turns from heaven to..
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ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 With your support we can make our dream of being full time creators a reality!
With your support we can make our dream of being full time creators a reality!
Sailing back to the CRIME SCENE! Ep-27
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Sailing back to the CRIME SCENE! Ep-27
Sailing back to the place where everything went wrong, where we lost our anchor and had a nightmare of a night and facing our new fears.
OUR LIVEABOARD LIFESTYLE! Ep-28
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OUR LIVEABOARD LIFESTYLE! Ep-28
After our ordeal losing our anchor and having a nightmare night we take a couple of weeks just to sort out our last boat maintenance jobs.
SAILBOAT SOLAR UPGRADE DIY & A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE! Ep-29
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SAILBOAT SOLAR UPGRADE DIY & A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE! Ep-29
We upgrade our sailboat solar setup on a tight budget for an off the grid liveaboard lifestyle, designing and installing a solar arch.
WE ADD 3 SQUARE METRES TO OUR SAILBOAT! EP-30
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WE ADD 3 SQUARE METRES TO OUR SAILBOAT! EP-30
Building a custom day/sunbed for our sailboat and adding almost 3 square metres of living space to our outdoor area on deck.
SAILBOAT PROVISIONING, A CAT RESCUE AND THE SPICY COUGH! Ep-31
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SAILBOAT PROVISIONING, A CAT RESCUE AND THE SPICY COUGH! Ep-31
We stock up our boat full of food and supplies, ready to head back out sailing for the 2022 season in the med. We show you how we provision for the first time.
BOAT PROVISION UNCUT EDIT!  Bonus Episode
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BOAT PROVISION UNCUT EDIT! Bonus Episode
Provisioning a sailboat, cost of food in Turkey, storing food on a sailboat and using a vacuum sealer device. Everything we bought to provision our boat.

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