HI Everyone, we tried to go live but the internet did not work for us so we are just posting this as a 2 minute clip to show that it has actually happened and give you teh exciting preview of what the boat looks like!!! Full episode later in the week with all the details and when we have time to do the editing!!! VERY BUSY!!!

⚓️ If you’re enjoying the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and drop a comment—Help us get to 30,000 subscribers and we’d love to have you onboard. The Boat we have made an offer for is only 2.5 years old - and we get the call we did not expect!!! The Surveyor found 3 problems.... Leaking hull, broken B+G electronics and worst - a problem with the rigging. So join us for the agony of the event and what it really means.... - Is it the end of our offer on this boat? - DO we have to go back to square one with another boat? - Is there a solution to overcome the BIG issue??? We also go through teh steps of working our what we need to get for the boat and where we have to get it from... Not everything is available in Tahiti and some things are really expensive. What about flagging the boat? Which country to use" What flag allows easy charter approval? What name do we register her in - our personal name, our company that has the Portofino 52 or do we need to set up a completely new entity? We take you step by step through the process we are going through and explain the reasons for each decision! And the final challenge we have before we board the plane, is trying to get everything we NEED into the bags and within the baggage allowance! See how we go.... Next episode: we fly back to Tahiti to take ownership of the Nautitech 40 Lou Lou!!! This is just the beginning… South Pacific sailing is about to start —and later this year… The Portofino 52. 👇 Comment below with your advice especially if you always have some weird things you want to have with you on your travels!👇

⚓️ If you’re enjoying the journey, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and drop a comment—we’re closing in on 20,000 subscribers and we’d love to have you onboard. This was the moment everything changed! After 48 hours of intense back-and-forth negotiating with Seawind, we were right on the edge of a deal… but not quite there. Then—out of nowhere—a pre-emptive offer lands from the owner of a Nautitech in Tahiti… and it completely flips the script. A better boat. In the right place. Ready to go. And $50,000 cheaper. There was no time to wait. No time to ask for advice. So we made the call. Find out which way we went in this episode - it is really nail biting stuff!!! In this episode, we take you inside that decision—the pressure, the risk, and the moment we committed to a completely different path. But this isn’t just about buying a boat… We’re also sharing some of the most spectacular footage we’ve experienced so far—crystal-clear lagoons, world-class diving, remote anchorages, and the raw beauty of sailing through the islands of Polynesia. This is the life we’ve been working toward. And now—it’s real! Next episode: surveys, final checks, and the full handover process. Because this is just the beginning… South Pacific sailing is underway—and later this year… The Portofino 52. 👇 Comment below with your advice on which boat you thin is best for us👇

After waiting over 3 years for our dream expedition catamaran… everything has come to a halt with our Portofino 52 Aluminium performance shallow draft catamaran trapped in Dubai because of the war! We’ve already lost two sailing seasons… and now we’re being told it could be another 6+ months before we can sail the boat! So we hmake the exciting a SCARY decision to BUY ANOTHER BOAT! The risks we face: 👉 The yacht market continues to crash 👉 We may not be able to see the boat in the future 👉 The share market may crash and leave no-one buying boats This isn’t just emotional—it’s a life-changing financial and lifestyle decision. So having made the decision to buy another boat, we now set about seeing what is available and if we can get good deals (because teh boat market is so low...) Come along with us as we travel to New Zealand and the remote Tuamotos to search out a great boat to fulfil Eli's sailing dream of spending time in French Polynesia!!! 👇 Comment below with your advice on which boat you thin is best for us!👇 —

After waiting over 3 years for our dream expedition catamaran… everything has come to a halt. Our custom-built Portofino 52 aluminium expedition catamaran—designed from scratch for our future life at sea—is now stuck in Dubai due to ongoing conflict and global shipping disruptions. We’ve already lost two sailing seasons… and now we’re being told it could be another 6+ months before we can sail the boat!. In last weeks episode we discussed our options: 👉 Do we keep waiting? 👉 Do we patch together short-term sailing? 👉 Or do we take a huge financial risk… and buy another boat? Your feedback was amazing - new ideas like long term rental of boats AND teh suggestion from several that WE SHOULD RUN THE GAUNLET OF THE STRAITS OF HORMUZ to get our Portofino out!!! We discussed lots more details about the road transport issues, the options for completing the boat in Fugairah and more pros and cons for each option.... This isn’t just emotional—it’s a life-changing financial and lifestyle decision. We are looking to have all our viewers vote on which option we should take now including RUN THORUGH THE HORMUZ STRAITS risking both Iranian and American bombs! Your advice could genuinely shape what we do next so we want everyone to vote on the 4 options, just leaving the number that they recommend - 1- Wait 2. Patch it up 3. Buy another boat 4. Run the Hormuz Gauntlet!. 👇 Comment below with your vote -1, 2, , or 4 👇 —

After waiting over 3 years for our dream expedition catamaran… everything has come to a halt. Our custom-built Portofino 52 aluminium expedition catamaran—designed from scratch for our future life at sea—is now stuck in Dubai due to ongoing conflict and global shipping disruptions. We’ve already lost two sailing seasons… and now we’re being told it could be another 6+ months before we even see the boat. At this point, we’re facing a decision we never thought we’d have to make: 👉 Do we keep waiting? 👉 Do we patch together short-term sailing? 👉 Or do we take a huge financial risk… and buy another boat? This isn’t just emotional—it’s a life-changing financial and lifestyle decision. We could: • Lose even more precious time waiting • Sacrifice the liveaboard lifestyle we love • Or risk owning TWO boats if things suddenly change And the truth is… no one knows how this situation will unfold. So now we’re asking YOU: 💬 What would you do in our position? • Wait it out? • Find temporary sailing options? • Or go all-in and buy another boat? Your advice could genuinely shape what we do next. 👇 Comment below: WAIT / TEMP / BUY 👇 —

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT ⛵ CRAZY STUFF - we challenge the age old wisdom is that you should only sail around the world in boats over 45 foot! We test out the liveability, safety, performance and handling ease with the Seawind 1160XL and I did not believe the experience. If you want to test sail the Seawind 1160XL or just CRUISE the Koh Chang area, contact Seawind at www.seawindcats.com or email at info@seawindcats.com. We spent two weeks on the boat with only the two of us to properly test out every aspect of the boat and here, we share the REAL TRUTH - warts and all! Pros, cons and everything in between... This is a real-world review of all aspects of this boat as a long distance cruiser — not showroom talk. But is also gives the coastal and weekend sailors great understanding of what this boat is REALLY LIKE! In this episode, we break down what actually matters: ✔️ Upwind performance ✔️ Light air performance (3-6 knot winds tested) ✔️ Ease of sail handling ✔️ Ability to be handled by a couple or solo ✔️ Is she suitable for round the world sailing ✔️Comfort aboard for long distance and tropical areas We also soar ethe amazing beauty of the Koh Chang area of Thailand and the incredible things to see and do! ⸻ 🎥 👉 Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it! 👍 Our Verdict Two weeks of pure sailing bliss. The Seawind 1160XL gets a big double thumbs up from us. 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT ⛵ Seawind 1160XL – Could this be the best Value in PERFORMANCE Catamarans?! In this episode we test sail the Seawind 1160XL over a two week period to test her out in as many wind conditions as possible and see how she REALLY PERFORMS in REAL life!!! We were truly amazed at what we found out - but we ask several important questions: 1. What is the definition of a "performance cat" 2. is the 1160XL falling into the "performance" category? 3. Is the 1160XL the best value high p;erforming cat on the market? We want to know what YOU ALL think on these contentious issues! This is a real-world review of performance — not showroom talk. In this episode, we break down what actually matters: ✔️ Upwind performance ✔️ Light air performance (3-6 knot winds tested) ✔️ Ease of sail handling ✔️ Ability to sail on foresails alone ✔️ Can she get to wind speed? ✔️ Overall Value for money ⸻ 🎥 What’s Next? This is just the beginning… In the next episodes, we go deep into live aboard ability, warranty and delivery options, more sailing and deep dive into the Koh Chang sailing area as an ideal area to cruise!. 👉 Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it! 👍 Our Verdict Two weeks of pure sailing bliss. The Seawind 1160XL gets a big double thumbs up from us. 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT ⛵ Seawind 1160XL Review – Real Sailing Test, Performance, Space & Value! We didn’t just walk through the Seawind 1160XL at a boat show… We lived on it, sailed it, and pushed it for two full weeks at sea. This is a real-world review — not showroom talk. In this episode, we break down what actually matters: ✔️ Liveaboard comfort ✔️ Space and layout ✔️ Ease of handling (even solo!) ✔️ Build quality and construction ✔️ Real sailing performance (with surprising light-wind speeds) ✔️ Overall value for money ⸻ 🌊 What stood out? Space & Livability The 1160XL absolutely nails usable space — a practical galley, generous cabins, and a layout that works whether you’re a couple or a family cruising full-time. Ease of Handling This boat is incredibly simple to sail. Single-handed? No problem. Even packing away the sail bag is manageable solo. Performance (Real Numbers!) We were hitting: • ⚡ 4 knots in just 6 knots of wind • ⚡ 6 knots in 9 knots of wind (screecher only) It points high, tacks effortlessly, and feels smooth and responsive at the helm. Build Quality Solid, quiet, and confidence-inspiring. With bulkheads integrated directly into the hull during construction, this is a boat built for serious offshore cruising — proven by sailors taking these boats around the world. ⸻ 💰 Value for Money At around $399,000 USD, the Seawind 1160XL delivers an exceptional balance of: ➡️ Performance ➡️ Comfort ➡️ Strength ➡️ Simplicity Whether you’re dreaming of circumnavigation or just epic weekend escapes, this boat delivers. ⸻ 🎥 What’s Next? This is just the beginning… In the next episodes, we go deep into performance testing, sailing setups, and how this boat handles in a range of real conditions. 👉 Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it! ⸻ 👍 Our Verdict Two weeks of pure sailing bliss. The Seawind 1160XL gets a big double thumbs up from us. 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: Portofino Design Features - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcJClw3YBIM3GrDbplq79Txc4H6Z29CnC ⚡ One failure at sea… is all it takes. In this episode, we take you inside the Portofino 52’s next-level electrical system—designed with serious redundancy, smart automation, and fail-safe protection built into every layer. We’re talking: • Double fuses across critical circuits • Backup systems on top of backup systems • Automatic detection and shutdown before things go wrong .- Lithium battery box flooding - Hydraulic isolation of all points of the steering system This isn’t just about power… it’s about protecting your boat, your investment, and your safety at sea. And the best part? With the right planning, these systems can be built into almost any boat. 👇 If you’re serious about boating, this is one video you don’t want to miss. 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: Portofino Design Features - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcJClw3YBIM3GrDbplq79Txc4H6Z29CnC This week were share the AWESOME Portofino 52 ENGINE SET UP! ~From the welded through hull fittings, to the aoiklild aluminium manifold, double filters and AC pumps, jet thrusters, clever design features, the 7.5KW DC generators in each engine and more UNIQUE designs - like the low noise muffler system that was designed by Porotofino and is the FIRST EVER! We sound test the muffler system and explain the clever and thoughtful design features that will make our lives easier in the future! You will be astounded by the features and systems in this boat....Amazing stuff - ENJOY!!! 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: Portofino Design Features - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcJClw3YBIM3GrDbplq79Txc4H6Z29CnC @nd week of Iran war ending and everything is escalating, NOT SETTLING! SO OUR PORTOFINO 52 IS STILL TRAPPED IN DUBAI - no way out!!!! Additionally there is a significant risk to the boat from accidental bombing and most insurance cover specifically excludes war and terrorism.... So everything is in the air - will she be safe, when will the war end and the waterways open up again? So we share more Portofino innovations and amazing features that will continue to BLOW YOUR MIND! First ever lights to see the anchor chain at night, amazing temperature sensors in engine room , muffler and exhaust to have early warning of engine issues, user manual with all essential info, where to buy dive gear (Dubai or Italy), innovative rubbing strake creation (this should be so boring but it's NOT!), anchor counters and we understand that the lights to see anchor coming up have never done before on a sailing yacht that we know of! Please comment if it has been done by other sailing yacht brands... Amazing stuff - ENJOY!!! 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: Portofino Design Features - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcJClw3YBIM3GrDbplq79Txc4H6Z29CnC Our Portofino 52 was booked on a cargo ship to go to Italy and with only 6 days to go, war breaks out Between US, Israel and Iran with drone and missile attacks across most of the Gulf States, air travel is cancelled and the Straits of Hormuz are closed! SO OUR PORTOFINO 52 IS NOW TRAPPED IN DUBAI - no way out!!!! Additionally there is a significant risk to the boat from accidental bombing and most insurance cover specifically excludes war and terrorism.... So everything is in the air - will she be safe, when will the war end and the waterways open up again? However in the face of this catastrophic situation that looks like the whole world will be affected by rising oil prices, increased shipping costs, inflation and potentially stock market crashes, we also share NEW exciting features on our boat including the lifting rudder in action, amazing electrical systems, and much more.... 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

CRUISING on a boat in Europe doesn’t have to mean mega yachts, millionaire budgets, or hardcore sailing skills. You can experience the life by chartering a boat in the area of your choice and it will blow your mind.... Spectacular scenery, relaxed atmosphere, great food and wine! In this video, we share the details of chartering a boat in the French (and European canals that can be done with no prior experience and it is REALLY EASY!!! We share all the important facts and things that you need to know to make the experience one you will never forget! Canal cruising isn’t about rushing — it’s about slowing down. Picture cruising through vineyards, tying up right in the center of town, walking to the local boulangerie, and accidentally docking in the middle of a village festival… again and again. 👉 Subscribe for the full canal cruising series 👍 Like & comment if this surprised you 📤 Share with that friend who thinks cruising is only for the rich 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

Unbelievable! MAN OVERBOARD and it's Eli!!! Find out how not to make the mistakes we made and 20 plus top tips for canal cruising! Everything from How locks works. to how you work the locks, the line and really useful stuff about manoeuvring the canals, road rules, bureaucracy needed, insurance, Lon term visas and ALL THE ESSENTIAL INFO! Kick off your shoes, slow down, and come barefoot with us. This lifestyle shouldn’t be this cheap and easy… but it is. 👉 Subscribe for the full canal cruising series 👍 Like & comment if this surprised you 📤 Share with that friend who thinks cruising is only for the rich 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

Live Aboard life for under $50K - this week we tour several canal boats and show what you can get for $20K to $90K and it is hard to believe!!! We completely flip the script and show how cheap you can get into boat life and you can even make it a 12 month full time lifestyle at less than usual weekly rent! This is one of the most underrated cruising lifestyles on the planet — and almost nobody is talking about it. We’re diving deep into what canal boats really cost and some key things to look for and tips to avoid being scammed along the way... If you’ve ever said: “I can’t afford cruising.” “I don’t have the skills.” “Maybe one day…” This video might just destroy every one of those excuses. Kick off your shoes, slow down, and come barefoot with us. This lifestyle shouldn’t be this cheap and easy… but it is. 👉 Subscribe for the full canal cruising series 👍 Like & comment if this surprised you 📤 Share with that friend who thinks cruising is only for the rich 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

Living on a boat in Europe doesn’t have to mean mega yachts, millionaire budgets, or hardcore sailing skills. In this video, we completely flip the script and show you how you can live aboard a canal boat in Europe for around $50,000, with camping-level living costs, no tides, no waves, and skills you can learn in a single day. This is one of the most underrated cruising lifestyles on the planet — and almost nobody is talking about it. We’re diving deep into what long-term canal boat living is really like: 🚤 Buying a fully equipped liveaboard canal boat for ~$50k 💰 Running costs that are cheaper than rent 🛶 Free mooring (yes, really — even in places like Paris) 📉 Annual canal licenses that cost less than a weekend marina stay 🧠 Minimal skills required (no sailing experience needed) 🍷 Wine at lunchtime, medieval villages, and fresh bread every day Canal cruising isn’t about rushing — it’s about slowing down. Picture cruising through vineyards, tying up right in the center of town, walking to the local boulangerie, and accidentally docking in the middle of a village festival… again and again. We also cover: • How far you can travel on Europe’s interconnected canal system • Living aboard year-round (including winters) • The canal community & lock keepers (éclusiers) • Why this lifestyle is perfect for beginners • Why canal boats are cheaper to maintain than seagoing yachts • The real costs of fuel, food, marinas, and licenses • Why chartering a canal boat first is a smart move From the English Channel to the Mediterranean — and all the way through central Europe — this lifestyle lets you live inside the countries you travel through, not just pass by them. If you’ve ever said: “I can’t afford cruising.” “I don’t have the skills.” “Maybe one day…” This video might just destroy every one of those excuses. Kick off your shoes, slow down, and come barefoot with us. This lifestyle shouldn’t be this cheap and easy… but it is. 👉 Subscribe for the full canal cruising series 👍 Like & comment if this surprised you 📤 Share with that friend who thinks cruising is only for the rich 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: Porotfino Design Features - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcJClw3YBIM3GrDbplq79Txc4H6Z29CnC IT"S THE END! The last time we will see our catamaran in Dubai. The Portofino Shipyard in Dubai is closing! Friends we have made over thew past 4 years are now going to be seen much less often.... Our Portofino 52 catamaran will be shipped to Italy for the mast and launching and Portofino is moving to Fujairah. We are priviledged to be invited to the ceremony of the 10 Year Lease signing - with lots of pomp and ceremony. So we travel the 1 hour to Fugairah and can't believe our eyes - even before th contact is signed, work on the buildings and offices are already being built and quite far advanced... We are also invited to take part in a yacht race on Matrix, a carbon performance monohull - and this is serious stuff! Wile no money, lots of pride is at stake so see how we go. And EMARRASSINGLY, Eli gets trapped between the jib and stanchions in a tack and has to be pulled out by others.... Well, she is a catamaran sailor and not used to these lean over things!!!! Also exciting news about our upcoming episodes about how you can live aboard yachts for only $50K with outgoings of 1/4 -1/3 of normal seagoing prices - watch through to the end to find out how! 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT 🔔 Watch next: ▶️ The Four Design Flaws That May Sink Your Boat - https://youtu.be/1Pts63seZYY Most people shopping for a catamaran never ask the dangerous questions. They compare layouts, finishes, and brochure numbers. But after losing our own boat, we stopped trusting marketing — and started pulling designs apart. In our last episode, we revealed 50+ features that make the Portofino 52 aluminium catamaran radically different from most production boats. It sparked a huge debate. So in this episode, we answer the questions everyone actually wants answered: • How much does the Portofino 52 really cost? • What’s included — and what’s optional? • What will it truly weigh when ready to cruise? • How fast will it sail in the real world? • Are these safety systems worth it — or just expensive complexity? We dive deep into real-world cruising performance, weight management, boom furling, lithium battery fire safety, system complexity, and why aluminium construction fundamentally changes offshore safety and comfort. This is not a sponsored review. We receive no commissions, no kickbacks, and no incentives of any kind. With 50+ years of combined sailing experience and 60,000+ offshore miles, we explain why displacement matters more than draft, what “comfortable speed” really means at sea, and why abandoning ship should never be the default plan. We also compare the Portofino 52 on price and design philosophy against other serious expedition catamarans including Garcia, McConaghy, and Kinetic, and explain why many production boats still carry design risks that matter if you’re crossing oceans. There are still unknowns — and we’re honest about them. We’ll share final sailing weight, performance numbers, and long-term reliability as this boat hits the water. If you’re planning serious cruising, offshore passages, or choosing your next catamaran — this conversation matters. Kick off your shoes and come barefoot with us. ⸻ 💬 Join the discussion: How do you balance performance, safety, and complexity on a cruising catamaran? 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au

LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT Also WATCH - Triple redundant steering - https://youtu.be/6RO5p0KgXD8 Is it possible that the Portofino 52 is the "BEST CATAMARAN IN THE WORLD" relative to the features that are included? Is Portofino RAISING THE BAR in the standards of the yacht construction industry? We share FIFTY UNIQUE and AMAZING features of the Portofino 52! Our dream boat — a Leopard 50 catamaran — was destroyed in a fire. What came next changed everything. Instead of buying another production catamaran, we wrote a brutally honest list of what a real long-term liveaboard cruising boat actually needs, based on decades of offshore sailing, expedition experience, and full-time life aboard. And we discovered something confronting: 👉 That boat didn’t exist. So we did something most people never do. We designed and built it from scratch. In partnership with the engineering-driven team at Portofino Catamarans, we created the Portofino 52 — an aluminium, expedition-grade, high-performance cruising catamaran designed around safety, redundancy, serviceability, and real offshore living, not marketing brochures. In this video, we walk through every major feature of the Portofino 52 — including innovations that are completely unique to Portofino, and others that no production catamaran offers all at once. ⚓ Key Features Covered in This Video • Aluminium expedition construction • Hydraulically controlled lifting centerboards with kick-up safety • Transom doors for instant sea access and major quality-of-life gains • Continuous corrosion & stray-current monitoring with live alarms • Silent exhaust system with remarkable noise reduction • Dedicated dive room with blow-drying for wet gear • Lithium battery fire isolation chamber • Triple-redundant steering — big-ship logic without big-ship cost • Automatic fuel polishing system • Shallow draft, true beachability & storm protection • Watertight bulkheads, buoyancy voids & extreme system redundancy • Full standing-height engine rooms (no yacht yoga) • Dual helm stations including full inside control • Highly efficient DC power generation & air-conditioning • Built-in workshop, crane lifting points & engine removal hatches Individually clever — together, these features radically reduce risk. The Big Question: Is the Portofino 52 raising the bar for the marine industry? And does any other cruising catamaran truly compare? Let us know what you think in the comments — agree, disagree, or challenge us. ⸻ 👣 About Us We’re the Barefoot Doctors — medical doctors and lifelong sailors living full-time aboard a performance expedition catamaran. Life really is better barefoot. If you love sailing, catamarans, yacht design, boat safety, offshore cruising, and behind-the-scenes boatbuilding, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell — because the Portofino 52 launch is coming, and you won’t want to miss what happens next. JOIN PATREON if you want early release episodes, live updates, go sailing on out Portofino 52 and a chance to meet us at events throughout the year? Click here: www.patreon.com/BarefootDoctorsSailing Future proof your children with TUFMINDS Audio stories.... Help sleep, improve self image and confidence from little to teens - so get the pack for the age group and give your children, grandchildren the gift of a happier and healthier future!!! Every penny goes to Exqisit Life Foundation to support TUFMINDS Mental Resilience and Suicide Prevention Program worldwide! DONATIONS to the charity to support Suicide Prevention with the free TUFMINDS program can be made at: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=DR5NY95QLCTP6 For more info: www.TUFMINDS.com and "The Art of BECOMING BETTER" YouTube channel www.barefootdoctorssailing.com.au