🌊 Part two of visiting the South Island of New Zealand: Hiking Mount John, Cycling to the Church of the Good Shepherd, Swimming and canoeing Lake Tekapo, ...
Solo sailing around the world
🌊 My journey from Auckland kicks off with a scenic Intercity Bus ride to Wellington, where I explore the vibrant capital of New Zealand. From there, I hop on ...
🌊 My friend Giovanni, whom I met in New Zealand, invites me and Mark for a private flight in his airplane, soaring over Waiheke Island, Rangitoto Island, and ...
🌊 Due to the higher temperatures in the Pacific, my batteries are aging faster than I anticipated. I’m faced with the big question: do I need to replace them ...
🌊 In the South Island of New Zealand, I dive into the stunning thermal environment of Rotorua, marveling at the Waiotapu hot springs and the erupting geyser. ...
🌊 In this video, I take you on a tour and show the Vintage Car Parade during the Art Deco Festival in February 2025. I will talk about the Napier earthquake in ...
🌊 I am visiting the South Island of New Zealand. I take the ferry from Wellington to Picton, sailing through the stunning Marlborough Sounds, renowned for its ...
🌊 On Christmas Day, whilst my sun is visting me, we are attacked by another sailor at Oneroa Bay on Waiheke Island. For us, it is a very traumatic situation. ...
🌊 The last time I saw my son was for Christmas in Grenada. This time, he visits me for two weeks in New Zealand. We decide to spend Christmas on Waiheke ...
🌊 I enjoy a beachwalk at Saint Heliers while staying at Hugh’s house in Auckland for a week. One evening, we take a beautiful stroll along the beach. During my ...
🌊 Together with my dear friend Cathy, I explore Auckland. We stay in Ponsonby in a charming cottage belonging to Cathy’s friends, and we absolutely love it. We ...
🌊 From Kawau Island, I sail to Auckland, facing engine problems once again. Despite a major maintenance overhaul, this issue caught me completely off guard. 🌊 ...
🌊 When leaving Whangarei Town Basin for the bridge, the engine fails. I sail all night to Kawau Island, where I meet Lin Pardey and my friends Bill and Cathy ...
🌊 In Whangarei, I embark on three more hikes. I explore the Parihaka Scenic Reserve and walk to the waterfalls from Whangarei Town Basin. I also drive to ...
🌊 Together with Laura and Susi, I embark on a stunning hike in Bream Headland, located around Whangarei Heads. 🌊 Next up in Ep. 221: Will more hikes reveal ...
🌊 My boat feels almost as new with all the wonderful boatwork completed. The floorboards have been painted, the rigger installed a new system for reefing the ...
🌊 In Marsden Cove Marina in Whangarei, I have lots of repairs done on my boat. Afterwards, I enjoy a hike in the Whangarei Heads. 🌊 Next up in Ep. 219: Will ...
🌊 I sailed from The Netherlands to New Zealand in 15 months. Since I will be here for the cyclone season, I have time to reflect on how this journey has ...
🌊 From the Bay of Islands, I sail to Marsden Cove Marina in Whangarei. I navigate overnight after spending a couple of days sheltering in a bay due to wind ...
🌊 Since I arrived in New Zealand early in the cyclone season, I’m the only one anchoring at Motuarohia Island or Roberton Island in the Bay of Islands. ...
🌊 Exploring the Bay of Islands in New Zealand, I visit Motorua. I manually up-anchor in Roberton Island and sail to Motorua Island, navigating shallow waters ...
🌊 Since I arrived in New Zealand early in the cyclone season, I’m the only one anchoring at Motuarohia Island or Roberton Island in the Bay of Islands. ...
🌊 After savoring a delightful stay in Marina Opua, I set sail for Russell in the enchanting Bay of Islands, dropping anchor off the serene Longbeech on the ...
🌊 The natural splendor of New Zealand captivates me, and this week, I invite you to join me on the breathtaking Coastal Walk from Opua to Paihia in the Bay of ...