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TIME TO ENJOY! – SwT 146 – PLAYING WITH DOLPHINS IN TAHUATA (French Polynesia)
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TIME TO ENJOY! – SwT 146 – PLAYING WITH DOLPHINS IN TAHUATA (French Polynesia)

In this episode, we take a break from boat work to explore Tahuata in the Marquises (French Polynesia). Thauata is the neighbor island to Hiva Ova and is even a bit more exotic to us than Hiva Ova. Dolphins and gigantic manta rays, sharks and so much to discover. We do some hiking and even play with...
I MADE A BIG HOLE IN MY BOAT! – SwT 145 – AUTOPILOT REBUILD AND SETBACKS
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I MADE A BIG HOLE IN MY BOAT! – SwT 145 – AUTOPILOT REBUILD AND SETBACKS

In this episode, we are trying to modify the autopilot setup and address one of the problems that have been ongoing ever since I bought BE FREE. I know lots of you guys wanted more details so this video is more detailed than normal and even some animated illustrations to visualize things. Sailing is...
From episode SwT 144 – Enjoying Hiva Ova and Tahuata in French Polynesia
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From episode SwT 144 – Enjoying Hiva Ova and Tahuata in French Polynesia

This is only a short of the full episode SwT 144 Thank you so much for watching and subscribing 🙏🏻 Cheers from T and G on BE FREE 🇳🇴
THEY CROSSED PACIFIC ON A RACING CRUISER – SwT 144 – Sailing to Hiva Ova in the Marqueses
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THEY CROSSED PACIFIC ON A RACING CRUISER – SwT 144 – Sailing to Hiva Ova in the Marqueses

In this episode, we are sailing to Hiva Ova to clear into French Polynesia. We soon discover we had not done our homework properly and got quite a surprise. Without a long stay visa we now only get 90 days here. Same rules for Schengen and EU citizens. We meet a Norwegian couple that has just cross...
WHAT HAPPENED? – SwT143 – OUR FIRST STOP IN POLYNESIA
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WHAT HAPPENED? – SwT143 – OUR FIRST STOP IN POLYNESIA

After the anchor was down in Fatu Hiva not only were we greeted welcome by old friends, but were almost choked by how bad BE FREE was looking after all the water splash for so many days. We take an express tour of the island to the waterfall, enjoy local hospitality, and even do some trading for fru...
WE MADE IT! – SwT142 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 3 of 3
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WE MADE IT! – SwT142 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 3 of 3

Finally, we are setting sail into the Pacific pointing our nose towards the Marquises in Polynesia. It's a 4000 nautical miles long sail we gonna do nonstop before dropping our anchor outside Fatu Hiva if everything goes as planned. This is a big moment when a long-lasting dream comes true and ...
CROSSING EQUATOR – SwT141 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 2 of 3
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CROSSING EQUATOR – SwT141 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 2 of 3

Finally, we are setting sail into the Pacific pointing our nose towards the Marquises in Polynesia. It's a 4000 nautical miles long sail we gonna do nonstop before dropping our anchor outside Fatu Hiva if everything goes as planned. This is a big moment when a long-lasting dream comes true and ...
CROSSING THE BIGGEST OCEAN – SwT140 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 1 of 2
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CROSSING THE BIGGEST OCEAN – SwT140 – PACIFIC CROSSING 4000 NM NONSTOP part 1 of 2

Finally, we are setting sail into the Pacific pointing our nose towards the Marquises in Polynesia. It's a 4000 nautical miles long sail we gonna do nonstop before dropping our anchor outside Fatu Hiva if everything goes as planned. This is a big moment when a long-lasting dream comes true and ...
WILL WE EVER LEAVE PANAMA? SwT139 – A RACE AGAINST THE CLOCK
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WILL WE EVER LEAVE PANAMA? SwT139 – A RACE AGAINST THE CLOCK

Sailing and schedule is a very bad combination and our race against the clock before our visa expired was exhausting. We tried to fix and prepare as much as possible before our longest sail ever before we finally could check out of Panama. On a boat, it's always something and of course, we had ...
Our first pacific island #sailing #aroundtheworld #yacht #sailingadventure
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SAD TO SEE PIRACY STARTING UP AGAIN – SwT 138 – VISITING TABOGA  FIXING THINGS IN AN EXOTIC LOCATION
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SAD TO SEE PIRACY STARTING UP AGAIN – SwT 138 – VISITING TABOGA FIXING THINGS IN AN EXOTIC LOCATION

In this episode we share some hints about anchoring in Panama, our experience at the Pacific side and even take you with us to Isla Taboga. Unfortunately there have recently been some brutal encounters between sailors and pirates in Panama again. Already to episodes outside Las Perlas and one at the...
Emergency repair Shower head
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Emergency repair Shower head

Sometimes some creativity is needed. Especially if anchored far from stores or civilisation. At least we finally found the fresh water leak making the pump running now and then. When it snapped we had no other choice than to come up with a solution. This we think went very well! Cheers #aroundthewo...
TABOGA ISLAND – Panama City
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TABOGA ISLAND – Panama City

This beautiful little gem is just outside the canal entrance at the Pacific side of Panama.
A day in our life.
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A day in our life.

Sharing a day in our life from BE FREE in Panama #aroundtheworld #yacht #sailingadventure #sailing
THE WORST DINGHY DOCK EVER – SWT 137 -WE FINALLY GOT STARLINK ONBOARD AND PREPARING FOR THE PACIFIC
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THE WORST DINGHY DOCK EVER – SWT 137 -WE FINALLY GOT STARLINK ONBOARD AND PREPARING FOR THE PACIFIC

We finally got our StarLink delivered as some of the last-minute shipments before we set sail into the pacific. Our dinghy was almost destroyed after using the worst dinghy dock ever and experienced some challenges with the huge difference in tidal waters on the Pacific side. After moving the naviga...
A DREAM CAME TRUE – SWT 136 – CROSSING THE PANAMA CANAL – FINALLY!
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A DREAM CAME TRUE – SWT 136 – CROSSING THE PANAMA CANAL – FINALLY!

Finally, BE FREE is crossing the PANAMA CANAL! A lifelong dream came true when crossing the canal and entering the great Pacific ocean. It's almost unreal and such a great experience after so many setbacks and hard work. But now we are happy to share our Panama canal transit and take you with u...
HAPPY IT HAPPENED HERE! – SwT 135 – LAST MINUTE CHALLENGE BEFORE THE PANAMÁ CANAL
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HAPPY IT HAPPENED HERE! – SwT 135 – LAST MINUTE CHALLENGE BEFORE THE PANAMÁ CANAL

Just as a cliche it’s always something we found out at the last minute our outboard has some serious problems. Outboard problem might not sound very bad at first glance but remember our dinghy is our car, and BE FREE is our house. When transiting the canal and entering the Pacific Ocean we really ne...
Can we fix this?
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Can we fix this?

Teaser for episode SwT 135 being released 24 of march 2023 #sailingadventure #yacht #travel #outboard #yamaha #enduro #aroundtheworld
HOW LUCKY AM I? – SWT 134 – Gee is back and found a second hand RADAR!!
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HOW LUCKY AM I? – SWT 134 – Gee is back and found a second hand RADAR!!

In this episode we are unbelievably lucky to get our hands on an identical second hand radar as the broken one. What’s the odds for that? We are also celebrating Gee’s birthday and having fun with our beautiful neighbors. One step closer for the canal crossing and lots of good help from Gee now as s...
POPULAR PACIFIC CROSSING YACHTS – SWT 133 – Which type of boats are crossing the Pacific in 2023
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POPULAR PACIFIC CROSSING YACHTS – SWT 133 – Which type of boats are crossing the Pacific in 2023

In this episode Im sharing some news with you that will change my planned Pacific crossing. The transit fee is paid and the transit is finally scheduled and we do have a date. After quite some time with Gee onboard Im happy to share with you guys she is joining me onboard BE FREE for the pacific wit...
NO MORE SAILING SOLO? SwT 132- Big Changes in my plans
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NO MORE SAILING SOLO? SwT 132- Big Changes in my plans

In this episode Im sharing some news with you that will change my planned Pacific crossing. The transit fee is paid and the transit is finally scheduled and we do have a date. After quite some time with Gee onboard Im happy to share with you guys she is joining me onboard BE FREE for the pacific wit...
BE FREE getting a scrub
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BE FREE getting a scrub

Cleaning day after paying the Panama Canal
EPIC WAVES – SWT 131 – SAILING EAST FROM BOCAS TO COLON
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EPIC WAVES – SWT 131 – SAILING EAST FROM BOCAS TO COLON

Sailing from the west towards the east in the Caribbean is always an interesting exercise, Especially after weeks of strong winds. The shallow waters of Bocas del Toro make it sometimes quite a challenge to leave as the waves can be pretty nasty. Again BE FREE is flying over the Caribbean waves on t...
BOARDED BY CUSTOMS IN BOCAS – SWT 130 – IS BOCAS NO LONGER PART OF PANAMA?
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BOARDED BY CUSTOMS IN BOCAS – SWT 130 – IS BOCAS NO LONGER PART OF PANAMA?

In this episode, we were boarded by the customs at anchor. What can you bring and what can you not bring into Panama? When trying to check in we were told to go back to BE FREE and be in quarantine until we were cleared... The Customs was actually quite polite and friendly. However this time I was t...
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