Hey there,A short shout out from Mexico City. I am posting a longer recap some time next week.Currently we are on the journey to and then almost all the way through Europe. Karl is save on dry dock, Boga is in her Box and we are waiting for the flight to Germany.Tomorrow, on Friday we’ll arrive in Frankfurt then spend some days in Engelskirchen with my parents, then drive to the Netherlands on Monday and… Read More »23rd may 2024 – on the way to europe
Hello everyone,For those tracking my journey or receiving my automated Garmin messages via email (text me if you’d like to join), you’re already aware that we were anchored near Puerto Vallarta in a stunningly peaceful bay and have already crossed the Sea of Cortez by now. Life here feels like an eternal vacation, perhaps because it mirrors the leisurely pace of the other vacationers around us. By day, Boca de Tomatlan bay is a vibrant… Read More »7th may update – sail, anchor, work
Hey there, sunny greetings from Mexico!I’m not a fan of flying or overnight travel; time zone changes always throw me off. But, I had a compelling reason to jet back to Mexico. Last year, when I downsized my business ventures, I made a conscious decision to focus on coaching and exploring remote destinations. I was determined to bid farewell to the Mediterranean and set sail in the Atlantic, bound for the Caribbean. Now, I’m relishing… Read More »16th april 2024 update – sailing the mexican pacific coast (again)
Hey there,today I am sending you another video, and this time with a description of my issues on board Santana. I think you can’t view the video in the email; you’ll have to open the app or the website.While writing this message, I am sitting at the airport in Frankfurt and waiting for my flight to Montreal, Canada, which is a short stopover on my way to Mexico City and tomorrow to Acapulco.I decided to… Read More »6th April 2024 – changed plans
It’s fascinating how swiftly things can change. I’ve barely been back on Elba when I realized I wanted to fly back to Mexico. With my friend Tony, I’ve often delved into the distinction between “goal people” and “flow people.” I’ve always leaned towards setting goals and needing something to strive for. However, Tony and I discussed the concept of flow, where you embrace the journey, wherever it may lead. While I find it beneficial to… Read More »1st April 2024 – back to Mexico
Hello and all the best! I have indeed taken some time off over the last few weeks visiting my friend Nike on her boat Karl, and I loved it 😉 Right now, I am back on my beloved little Italian Island of Elba. I am still a bit jet-lagged and struggling to get into working mode, and I would prefer to still be in Mexico. Since I could not take Jango, I needed somebody to… Read More »26th March 2024 – back from Mexico
Hey, my friend, it is going to be alright. I have to listen to the three little birds from Bob Marley every once in a while, especially in the cover version I used in the video. No matter where we are in life, if things are going our way or if we seem to be on a dead-end road, it always marks the beginning of something new. price to live on a boat The last… Read More »29th february – it’s gonna be alright
Hey there, The year has barely started, and I feel like I am already well into it. And there is yet so much more to come. I am a bit cautious about announcing ambitious plans because last year really taught me a lesson on how differently things can go than expected. With that in mind, I am aware that things can happen, and I might change my plans. Having said this, I do have an… Read More »21st february update – plan for the year
Hello, and a warm welcome to all the new subscribers here! I’m currently in a marina on Elba with lots of office work. I plan to leave for Mexico in about one month, where I will meet a friend of mine to go sailing on her boat, and I’d like to take as little work to Mexico as possible. The last week was perfect weather to ride my bike around the island and I include… Read More »connection & community
Hey my friend I hope this message finds you well. Despite all the boat work and sailing I’ve been doing, I’ve found myself once again questioning my online presence. Too often, I feel torn between reaching as many people as possible and serving those in my inner circle as best I can. To expand my reach, I’ve been managing multiple social media accounts where a couple of thousand people followed me, or so it was… Read More »thoughts on social media
Hey wonderful people, warm greetings from Elba. That means I am back at the same place I used to be 7 months ago. Only this time, it’s different because I know that I will leave again this summer, not knowing if I will ever return. So, I am making this a farewell tour, finishing up some stuff. I had the most beautiful sail from Corsica to Elba and included a short video about that sail… Read More »patreon update – 26th january 2024
Hey there, I not only launched my boat on my birthday last week but also took advantage of a nice weather window, making my way to Bastia in Corsica. I thought it would be a good way to celebrate completing another full circle around the sun. Over the last two years, I’ve dedicated a lot of effort to expanding my capability of sailing longer distances on my own. However, I’ve never sailed alone for longer… Read More »patreon update – 15th january 2024
Hey there, Wishing you all a fantastic 2024! I trust you’ve kicked off the year with enthusiasm. I’ve been deep in soul-searching and reflecting on the past year, and it’s taken me on quite an emotional journey. The text I’m writing has become a bit more extensive than I initially planned. Amidst all this, I’ve been immersed in boatwork, and I’ll be giving you an update on that while saving my psychological musings for the… Read More »patreon update – 9th january 2024
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Hello, wonderful people, I recorded this video about two weeks ago in mid-October when the last storm was sweeping by. I’ve put together a simple compilation to give you an idea. In Provence, we often experience strong winds, but the primary wind direction is from West to East, occasionally shifting the opposite way. Normally, there are no significant waves hitting the shore. However, in the past two weeks, it has already happened twice that during… Read More »Big waves crashing on Port de Bandol
Hey there, It’s been a while, and I’m finally taking a moment on Santana, all by myself, to catch up on some office work. I had guests on board until mid-October, and then I went on a fantastic adventure through Southern France to explore the inland canals with my friend Nike from WhiteSpotPirates. Now, I’ve decided to hang around Bandol for at least another month, till the end of November. It’s kind of a big… Read More »29. October 2023 – update and future plans
As September waves goodbye, the summer of 2023 is winding down. I’ve already had my fair share of tussles with strong winds, and here in sunny Bandol, I’m soaking up the last rays of late summer. My Switzerland journey turned out much sunnier than I expected, but those mountains sure keep me on my toes. I had two main missions up there. First, I needed to clear my barn – the one that was home… Read More »09. September 2023 Boatworks and more
Hey, I wanted to drop you a quick update. The rest of August I stayed in Bandol, Provence, including heavy rain and strong winds at the end of the month. On September 1st, I decided to seek shelter in the harbor and extended my stay for the entire month, to be able to travel to Switzerland. When I left my house in Switzerland back in May, we had chilly and damp weather, which prevented me… Read More »7. September 2023 – Santana in Bandol and me in the mountains
Hey there, Hope you’re enjoying the summer vibes. Since my last update, summer hit Elba with a blast. It’s super hot, and it is much busier with everyone on vacation. And not just Elba, also Tanzania is in vacation mode. Funny how summertime turns into the high season, not so much because of the local weather, but because the rich countries are on holiday. Like the whole world has to celebrate the summer vacation. At… Read More »24. August 2023 – Sailing To Provence Update
Hey there! I’m back in the sailing mood and loving every minute of it. I’ve been anchored for over a month, cruising around the island twice, having friends on board, sailing through some crazy winds, and even getting into a running and cycling routine. Plus, I’ve started writing again, hosted an awesome masterclass, signed up new clients, and got the new Django Tours website up and running. Man, it feels so good when I put… Read More »13. July 2023 – Setting Sail
Hey there, The boat life has resumed once again. The past month turned out to be more stressful than I anticipated, for various reasons. I spent the entirety of May in Switzerland, where I had to move out of and renovate our apartment. While there were a few sunny moments upon my arrival and departure, the three weeks in between were shrouded in dense fog and incessant rain. It felt as though I hadn’t glimpsed… Read More »11. June 2023 – back on the boat