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⚙️ Equipmets
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Our book shelf aboard
These essential reference books are on our shelves. Space is limited, so we only keep the very best permanently.
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From AGM to lithium: our conversion for the sailing boat | experiences & tips
AGM to lithium: we have converted our AGM batteries to lithium – how it works, the advantages of LiFePO4, and what sailors should look out for.
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AIS ship tracking – an extra layer of safety
Since we knew we wanted to sail on larger waters than the IJsselmeer, one of the pieces of equipment we definitely wanted to have was an AIS transceiver.
🇳🇱 The Netherlands
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From flat to floating home: our first 365 days aboard
What is it really like to live on a sailboat – for weeks, months, an entire year? In this experience report, we share how our first year on board unfolded.
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Sailing in the Netherlands – our tips for harbours, anchoring and living aboard
Discover the best sailing Holland tips for cruising grounds, anchorages & practical advice for living aboard in the Netherlands.
🇩🇪 Germany
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German Bight, Kiel Canal & Baltic Sea – May 2023
In mid-May, we continued from Helgoland through the Kiel Canal and Kiel into the Baltic Sea. Our destination: the Danish South Sea around Ærø.
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North Sea crossing: battling wind and waves
Sailing across the North Sea was the first highlight of our second year as sailing nomads. Our first offshore trip turned out quite differently than planned.
🇩🇰 Denmark
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Denmark from Ærø to Grenå – June 2023
We are sailing in glorious summer weather in Denmark, from Samsø via Funen onwards to Jutland.
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📍 Favourite place: Samsø
Sailing on Samsø: harbour and anchorage highlights for sailors and liveaboards – why Samsø is one of our favourite spots in Denmark
🇸🇪 Sweden
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📍 Favourite place: Malmö
At the end of our West Sweden cruise in autumn 2023 we sailed through the Öresund to our winter berth at Dockan Marina in Malmö.
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From Visby to the Åland Islands – June 2024
Arrived in the Swedish summer: we sail from Gotland back to the mainland and via Stockholm all the way to the Åland Islands.
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Sweden’s west coast Bohuslän – August 2023
Glorious late summer weather, but also a few storms, accompany us on our journey northwards along the north-western Swedish Bohuslän coast.
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Sailing Sweden’s west coast and the Gothenburg archipelago – July 2023
In July, we cross the Kattegat and sail to Sweden. We cruise up and down the west coast once and explore the Gothenburg archipelago.
🇫🇮 Finland
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Åland from Korpo via Rödhamn to Sweden – summer 2024
At the beginning of August, we sail the southern route to Rödhamn. From there we cross the Baltic Sea, and after a month and a half we’re back in Sweden.
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Finland from Lappo to Turku (Åbo) and back – summer 2024
We sail across the Skiftet from Åland to Finland, exploring the equally beautiful archipelago and Finland’s oldest city, Turku.
🇳🇴 Norway
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📍 Favourite place: Trondheim
At the end of our Norway journey in late summer 2025, we turned south again. Trondheim was meant to be a short stop on the way. Instead, we stayed for…
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Sailing Norway: From Bodø via Leka to Trondheim – Late Summer 2025
Mid August we sailed from Bodø to Trondheim. After a period of nice weather Norway was showing its nasty side: Cold and rainy for days.
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Sailing Norway: From Lofoten back to mainland – August 2025
After the last warm summer days in the Lofoten, we sail back to Bodø. From here on, it’s southbound only. A quiet hint of melancholy lingers all the same.
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📍 Favourite place: Lovund
We travelled along the Helgeland coast in the summer of 2025. This island was one of our highlights. If you ever visit, don’t miss Lovund.
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Norway Helgelandskysten to Lofoten – July 2025
The Norwegian Helgeland coast to the north: In fantastic summer weather, we make our dream come true and sail to Lofoten.
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Norway from Bergen to Stoksund – June 2025
Our Norway sailing report: Bergen – Ålesund – Kristiansund. With route, experiences, tips and recommendations for sailing the same route.
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📍 Favourite place: Hjørundfjord, Sæbø
That real Norway feeling kicked in when we entered a fjord for the first time in June 2025 — and what a breathtakingly beautiful one it was.
⛵ Life aboard
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Internet on Board – How We Run Our Boat Office Without Starlink
A reliable internet connection is non-negotiable if you want to work from a boat. Video calls, cloud tools, VPN — without stable connectivity, the whole idea of a floating office…
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Working aboard – our setup for the boat office
Office on the boat, is that possible? We show how we organised our office equipment on 10 metres – with tips for digital nomads.
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How much does living on a sailboat cost?
How much does life on a sailboat cost? We show our regular monthly expenses by year and cruising area, including costs for overwintering on board.
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Remote working on the boat – our daily life as digital nomads at sea
Working remotely aboard – is that possible? We show you how we set up our office on our 35 ft boat – along with some tipps for digital nomads.
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Life on a sailing boat – the complete beginner’s guide
Life on a sailing boat – everyday routines, costs, working on the go, and our lessons learned. Everything you need to know to start your life on board.
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Winter liveaboard life: how we stay warm and dry on board in Scandinavia
How to survive winter on board: our must-haves for warmth and comfort on a sailing boat – tested from our own experience.
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From flat to floating home: our first 365 days aboard
What is it really like to live on a sailboat – for weeks, months, an entire year? In this experience report, we share how our first year on board unfolded.
🧭 Sailing Tips for several countries
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Sailing in Norway – our tips for ports, anchoring and life on board
Discover the best sailing tips for Norway, including sailing areas, anchorages and practical advice for your next sailing adventure along the Norwegian coast.
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Sailing in east Sweden – tips for harbours, anchoring and life on board
Discover the best east Sweden sailing tips for cruising grounds, anchor spots and practical advice for your Baltic Sea sailing adventure.
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Sailing in west Sweden – our tips for harbours, anchorages and life on board
Discover the best sailing tips for Sweden: cruising grounds, anchorages and practical advice for your next sailing adventure in west Sweden
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Sailing in Denmark: our tips for harbours, anchoring and life on board
Discover the best tips for sailing in Denmark: sailing areas, anchorages & practical advice for your next sailing adventure.
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Sailing in the Netherlands – our tips for harbours, anchoring and living aboard
Discover the best sailing Holland tips for cruising grounds, anchorages & practical advice for living aboard in the Netherlands.