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Discovering New Zealand’s South Island | Episode 298
Welcome back to WE|Sail! In this episode, we explore the breathtaking and diverse landscapes that make South Island a true natural wonder. From lush forests and rugged coastlines to dramatic mountains and wild weather, each location offers a new perspecti...
Family Road Trip in New Zealand – 4 People, 1 Van | Episode 297
Welcome back to WE|Sail! We’ve got company! 🎉 Our road trip through New Zealand just got a whole lot cozier as we welcome family aboard Mr. Vanderson! That’s right—four of us, one van, and a whole lot of adventure. Crazy? Probably. Worth it? Abso...
WE|Sail’s Epic Van Life: White Water Rafting & Stunning Hikes in Rotorua, NZ!| Episode 296
Welcome back to WE|Sail! Our latest adventure as we explore the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand's North Island! In this episode, we dive into exhilarating white water rafting and embark on stunning hikes around Rotorua. Discover the beauty of nature...
Van Life Gets EXTREME! Mountain Biking & Hot Springs in Rotorua | Episode 295
Welcome back to WE|Sail! We’re trading the ocean for the trails as we dive into the extreme side of van life! This week, we hit Rotorua—New Zealand’s adventure capital—for some epic mountain biking (one of our first loves before sailing! 🚵...
Van Life: Exploring Far North of New Zealand | Episode 294
Welcome back to WE|Sail! 🚐 Van Life in New Zealand is getting better and better! 🌿🏔️ We’re finally hitting our stride with van life and taking in the best of New Zealand’s Northland! From sandboarding (and Warren eating a face full of san...
Van Life Tested Us… But We Never Gave Up! | Episode 293
Welcome back to WE|Sail! Our van life adventure got off to a bumpy start… literally. 😅 After a couple of unexpected breakdowns, we were starting to wonder if this whole van life thing was a mistake. But after some trial, error, and a little thinking,...
Boat Life to Van Life… Did We Make a Mistake? | Episode 292
Welcome back to WE|Sail! We’ve hit pause on boat life and jumped into our next big adventure—van life! But… was that a mistake? 😬 Our first "shakedown" trip in the van didn’t exactly go as planned. From unexpected breakdowns to questioning if t...
From Sailboat Celebrations to Van Life Adventures in New Zealand | Episode 291
Welcome back to WE|Sail! Join us for a magical Christmas on the water. In this episode, we set sail with our friends on their sailboat, giving us a little reminder of our love for the water while we are hauled out and boosting our Christmas spirit. As we...
Boat’s Out, Work Begins, Sailing Crew Deserts Us | Episode 290
Welcome back to the worlds greatest sailing channel!! Just kidding, wanted to see if you are really reading these descriptions!! But for real, this week finds us officially hauled out of the water and sitting pretty on the hard in our new yard, and our hom...
Boat Work or Explore New New Zealand; Can WE Do Both?| Episode 289
Last week we finished our big sail south to New Zealand and got checked into the country. On this week's episode we don't waste any time and get our butts up to the small port where we haul out. We go through the similar process where that we have experien...
From Ocean to Aotearoa: A Sailor’s Arrival in New Zealand | Episode 288
We Made It to New Zealand! After 7 days at sea, we finally make landfall in New Zealand, marking the end of a surprisingly smooth passage from Minerva Reef. The feeling of stepping ashore is pure magic, and our first mission? Find some delicious food and ...
Sailing to New Zealand : The Passage that Surprised Us All | Episode 287
Our Unexpectedly Easy Sail to New Zealand! 🌏 We set sail for New Zealand expecting one of the toughest passages of our journey yet—wet, rough, and challenging conditions. At least that's what this leg has a reputation for. Instead, we got blue skies,...
“10 Days ‘Stuck’ in the Middle of Nowhere | Episode 286
This week on WE|Sail... We sailed into Minerva Reef, not expecting to spend 10 days here, but sometimes weather dictates the adventure! While waiting for a better weather window to continue our passage, we found ourselves "stuck" in what can only be desc...
Sailing to New Zealand Takes a Detour… Welcome to Minerva! | Episode 285
Welcome back to WE|Sail... Sailing to New Zealand didn’t go exactly as planned! After leaving Tonga, we made a pit stop at the remote and stunning Minerva Reef—but Mother Nature had other plans. Stuck in this atoll, we’re waiting for the perfect we...