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CHARGED by an ELEPHANT | after SAILING to South Africa Ep. 123
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CHARGED by an ELEPHANT | after SAILING to South Africa Ep. 123

After all the risks and dangers of sailing thousands of miles offshore across the Indian Ocean, we find ourselves in more danger on land as we are chased by an elephant whilst on a self guided safari. Who says sailing is dangerous!? This is our first taste of setting foot on mainland Africa. We ha...
  • Mar 11, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:13
Racing the STORM to South Africa | Sailing Florence Ep.122
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Racing the STORM to South Africa | Sailing Florence Ep.122

The storm arrives at midnight. We find ourselves crashing through waves sailing upwind, but we can't slow down, we have to reach shelter before the next southerly storm arrives and that one is serious. We are in a race against the weather, sailing offshore down the Mozambique channel to South A...
  • Feb 25, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:54
The CHALLENGE of SAILING in the Mozambique channel | SAILING OFFSHORE to Africa Ep.121
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The CHALLENGE of SAILING in the Mozambique channel | SAILING OFFSHORE to Africa Ep.121

Two boats means a race, we find company sailing offshore across the ocean and race Florence against some larger boats as we charge southwards. We were all racing to position ourselves safely for the southerly storm which is brewing between us and our destination. In this episode we will share with y...
  • Feb 11, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:15
Sailing to South Africa | NO EASY WAY OUT Ep.120
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Sailing to South Africa | NO EASY WAY OUT Ep.120

Notoriously difficult for OFFSHORE SAILING, the Mozambique channel presents a challenge. When Strong winds blow against strong currents the sea state can become dangerous. We have to pick our weather window very carefully and if we get it wrong there are very few options to bail out. We are sailing ...
  • Jan 28, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:39
An UNEXPECTED STOP in Africa | Sailing Florence across the Indian Ocean Ep. 119
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An UNEXPECTED STOP in Africa | Sailing Florence across the Indian Ocean Ep. 119

Sailing through the 3rd largest lagoon in the world and searching for lemurs, there is plenty to see and do in Mayotte as we wait for a suitable weather window to continue sailing our ocean passage to South Africa. Mayotte is an unexpected mix of French and African culture, combined on a small islan...
  • Jan 14, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:03
THREATENED with a $$$ FINE mid Ocean | Sailing Florence Ep. 118
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THREATENED with a $$$ FINE mid Ocean | Sailing Florence Ep. 118

Becalmed and drifting in the Mozambique channel, miles from land we did not expect to be threatened with a fine! Sailing offshore on ocean passages usually brings a few surprises but this was a first for Florence. We will share with you some of the magic of being becalmed at sea by day and by night....
  • Dec 30, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:29
ROUGH SAILING to the Mozambique Channel | Sailing Florence Ep. 117
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ROUGH SAILING to the Mozambique Channel | Sailing Florence Ep. 117

It is a fast and bumpy ride as Florence crashes her way through the waves on the way south from Seychelles. This ocean passage is notorious for its rough weather and potentially boat breaking conditions near to Madagascar. It is with no small amount of trepidation that we set out to sail this first ...
  • Dec 17, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:56
TROUBLE in the BOAT YARD | Ocean Passage Preparation | Sailing Florence Ep. 116
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TROUBLE in the BOAT YARD | Ocean Passage Preparation | Sailing Florence Ep. 116

BROKEN engine mounts and OSMOSIS on the rudder. Preparing Florence for the next ocean passage proved to be a bigger problem than we anticipated. Hauling Florence out of the water in Seychelles and finding more problems under the waterline put us in a race against time to try and get everything fixed...
  • Dec 03, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:29:57
WINDY Sailing in Seychelles | Sailing Florence Ep. 115
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WINDY Sailing in Seychelles | Sailing Florence Ep. 115

The first time we have felt seasick in years. After sailing offshore across an ocean to get here, a quick day sail between islands should have been a walk in the park, but with 30 knots of wind kicking up a rough sea our stomachs were not too happy. The rough sail was worth it though as we tied up i...
  • Nov 19, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:25:33
ABANDONED Island Resort | Seychelles | Sailing Florence – Ep.114
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ABANDONED Island Resort | Seychelles | Sailing Florence – Ep.114

Checking into Seychelles and checking out this ABANDONED luxury island RESORT. After 23 days sailing across the ocean we find our land legs and share the costs of checking into Seychelles by yacht. As we start to explore Seychelles by sailing, scuba and hiking we find an abandoned resort set on its ...
  • Nov 05, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:59
Our SECRET 3rd CREW member | How we steer across Oceans – Ep.113
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Our SECRET 3rd CREW member | How we steer across Oceans – Ep.113

This is how Florence has been steered without using an electric autopilot for thousands of miles across 3 oceans around the world. A self steering system that is powered by the wind and the water alone. Introducing our secret third crew member. We have been sailing around the world for over 5 years...
  • Oct 29, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:05:47
LAND HO! | Landfall in Paradise after 23 DAYS AT SEA | Crossing the Indian Ocean – Ep.112
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LAND HO! | Landfall in Paradise after 23 DAYS AT SEA | Crossing the Indian Ocean – Ep.112

After 23 days of offshore sailing we are very ready to arrive. But we need to arrive in daylight to anchor safely which means pushing Florence to sail fast on this last leg of our voyage to Seychelles. Our tiredness brings out the emotion of the moment as we close in on land after sailing 3044 miles...
  • Oct 15, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:22
Chased by a STORM with 1000 miles to go | SAILING across the Indian Ocean – Ep.111
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Chased by a STORM with 1000 miles to go | SAILING across the Indian Ocean – Ep.111

There is a STORM chasing us across the ocean, we need to SAIL FAST to out-run it but we still get hit by 40 knots of wind on a PITCH BLACK NIGHT AT SEA. There is no-where to hide when sailing offshore, hundreds of miles from land. Keeping Florence moving fast requires lots of sail changes, from stor...
  • Oct 01, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:45
SAILING 24-7 | Our OFFSHORE SAILING Routine | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.110
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SAILING 24-7 | Our OFFSHORE SAILING Routine | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.110

Sailing across an ocean as a couple on your own boat is many people's DREAM, but WHAT IS IT REALLY LIKE? In this video we share a day in our lives and how we manage sailing Florence non-stop across an ocean on our own. Our routine to keep watch 24-7 and manage sleep with just 2 people on board....
  • Sep 17, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:52
How we sail across OCEANS | Trade Wind SAILING Setup Ep.109
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How we sail across OCEANS | Trade Wind SAILING Setup Ep.109

The HOLY GRAIL OF OFFSHORE CRUISING is sailing downwind in the trade winds. We have now sailed across 3 oceans using the trade winds. In this short bonus video we will share how we set Florence up to make the most of sailing in the trade winds as we sail west across the Indian Ocean, hundreds of mil...
  • Sep 10, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:09:46
Life Mid-Ocean | SAILING Across the Indian Ocean Ep.108
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Life Mid-Ocean | SAILING Across the Indian Ocean Ep.108

This is why we put up with the storms and calms. Out of sight of land, sailing across an ocean can be a magical experience. I used to wonder what it felt like to be surrounded by nothing but the vast ocean and sky, at the mercy of the weather, with limited supplies, no internet, no pressures of mode...
  • Sep 03, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:26
Sailing through LIGHTNING STORMS Mid-Ocean | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.107
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Sailing through LIGHTNING STORMS Mid-Ocean | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.107

Getting struck by lightning is one of our greatest fears at sea. We are surrounded by thunderstorms when finally our luck runs out and one comes too close. Losing the use of our masthead instruments only adds to the challenge of sailing through this turbulent and stormy sea. As if that wasn't e...
  • Aug 20, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:29
Setting off for 3000 miles of OCEAN SAILING | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.106
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Setting off for 3000 miles of OCEAN SAILING | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.106

Sailing through the doldrums on our 37ft sailing yacht Florence is the first stage in our 3000 mile offshore passage across the Indian Ocean. The euphoria of setting off on our greatest challenge yet is tempered by the unpredictable ocean weather conditions we face. This will be the 3rd ocean we hav...
  • Aug 06, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:56
Ocean Crossing FAIL | Why we DIDN’T MAKE IT | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.105
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Ocean Crossing FAIL | Why we DIDN’T MAKE IT | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.105

Problems and failures, sailing a small boat 3000 miles offshore across an ocean as a couple is not easy. We had a roller coaster ride of emotions, after overcoming engine troubles and sailing for 24 hours we eventually had to make the gut wrenching decision to turn around and head back. This is the ...
  • Jul 23, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:21
Sailing Red Tape | Our HARDEST Ocean Departure | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.104
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Sailing Red Tape | Our HARDEST Ocean Departure | Crossing the Indian Ocean Ep.104

Battling bureaucracy to check out on our boat, this is the most difficult process we have ever faced to leave. Leaving a country by yacht is not as simple as walking through the airport and getting your passport stamped on the way. Our challenge is to manage it without being forced to pay a bribe. T...
  • Jul 09, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:40
Behind the scenes – OCEAN PASSAGE planning | Sailing Florence Ep.103
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Behind the scenes – OCEAN PASSAGE planning | Sailing Florence Ep.103

Running out of food, water and fuel are real possibilities on this 3000 mile ocean passage. Sailing the boat is only part of the challenge, we also have to plan carefully to make sure we don't get becalmed and end up drifting for months and running out of supplies. As fill our water tanks in pr...
  • Jun 25, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:02
Preparing for a MONTH AT SEA | Crossing the INDIAN OCEAN | Sailing Florence – Ep.102
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Preparing for a MONTH AT SEA | Crossing the INDIAN OCEAN | Sailing Florence – Ep.102

We are about to set sail on a 3000 mile offshore ocean passage. Just the two of us double handed, sailing our 37ft yacht Florence all alone on board, for up to a month at sea. In this video we share some of the preparations as we undertake a full mast tip to bilge check over of Florence. Preparing a...
  • Jun 11, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:16
Indonesian POLICE STOPPED OUR BOAT | Sailing Florence – Ep.101
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Indonesian POLICE STOPPED OUR BOAT | Sailing Florence – Ep.101

Being stopped by police when sailing in foreign waters is always a worry, especially when we don't have our passports with us. In this episode we sail overnight from the Mentawai islands back to mainland Sumatra to deal with our final visa extension and return to Cubadak Island for our first ev...
  • May 28, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:19
Where Aquarium Fish come from | The REAL NEMO STORY | Sailing Florence – Ep.100
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Where Aquarium Fish come from | The REAL NEMO STORY | Sailing Florence – Ep.100

Whilst sheltering from a storm, a chance encounter led to an insight into the risky fishing techniques used on Indonesia's tropical reefs. We were invited out on a local fishing boat where we were learnt about the crazy reality of fishing for aquarium fish, where they come from, and how they ar...
  • May 14, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:28
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