When we arrived at the anchorage, Holly handled the windlass while I talked through how we set the anchor. We’ve also got the anchor alarm running on a split screen, so you can see it working in real time, including when the alarms go off. The anchor watch is a custom Home Assistant setup that takes GPS, depth, heading and wind data from Signal K. It calculates our swing radius using the amount of rode we’ve put out and the depth, then keeps an eye on the boat for any signs that we’re dragging. If the boat moves outside the area it should be in, both our phones get an alert and the onboard siren sounds, whether we’re awake, asleep, or simply not paying attention. That’s really why we built it: for peace of mind when we’re anchored. We’ve put the full write-up on our website, and Crew members can download the integration and map panel code. Read the write-up: https://svsabado.com/building-a-custom-anchor-watch-system-with-home-assistant-and-signalk/ Get the code: https://svsabado.com/documents/

Fiji has given us the warmest welcome of any country we’ve visited so far. 🇫🇯 As soon as we arrived at the marina, the staff welcomed us with a beautiful song and placed a flower garland on our boat. This traditional garland, called a salusalu, is a symbol of hospitality, respect, and celebration. What an unforgettable way to begin our time here. 🌺 #Fiji #sailing #boatlife #southpacific #travel

Frightening moments at sea…. We’ve all had them. When the weather changes unexpectedly, the pressure ramps up. If an accident happens while you’re miles from medical assistance, you’re left relying on each other and the medical supplies you have on board. We asked three cruising couples to share their stories— the good, the bad, and everything in between. Watch the full interviews in our latest YouTube video. Just search “Holly and Ray” to watch! #boatlife #sailing #southpacific #cruisingcommunity

We asked three cruising couples to share theirs— the good, the bad, and everything in between. Hear their stories and the advice in our latest video.

Experience is something you gain right after you need it! I’ve never met a cruiser who doesn’t have a story that started with a decision they later realized wasn’t their best. It’s all part of the adventure and how we learn. If you’re brave enough, share one of your stories in the comments 👇🏼 And don’t forget to check out our YouTube video to meet a few more cruisers and hear their stories and advice. #sailing #cruisingcommunity #monohull #catamaran

#sailing #catamaran #boatlife

Years of living on the water, and we still get this excited when dolphins appear. 🐬 Sailors have long considered dolphins to be a good omen— a sign of protection, safe passage, and good fortune at sea. Whether that’s folklore or fact, it’s hard not to believe in a little magic when they choose to swim alongside you. Some things never lose their wonder. 💙 #boating #boatlife #travel #marinelife #dolphin #oceanlife

The reality of living on a boat, trying to sail around the world. #boatlife #sailing #liveaboard #boatwork #lagooncatamaran

After completing our extensive refit, our lagoon catamaran is finally back in the water and off the dock! #boatlife #sailing #lagooncatamaran #boatrefit

Fiberglass repair tutorial from your local experts!! 😂 Come hang out with us in our latest YouTube video while we wrap up the last few projects of our MASSIVE refit and finally get our boat back in the water. ⛵ #sailing #boatlife #liveaboard #boatrepair

Part two of our most expensive projects while refitting our lagoon 42 sailing catamaran: the rig⛵️

Converting the port forward cabin into a workshop is one of the most expensive projects we’re completing while refitting our Lagoon 42 sailing catamaran. ⛵️

⛵️ Join the Crew or become a VIP (our version of Patreon!): https://www.svsabado.com/subscribe/ ⚓️Check out our Blog: https://www.svsabado.com 📸Follow us on Instagram: @sv_sabado 🎁Our favorite products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hollyandray **As Amazon associates, we earn commission from qualifying purchases** Holly and Ray have been #sailing together since 2020 on their #catamaran, Sabado. They have sailed the East Coast of the United States, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and now the Pacific! They’re documenting #boatlife and their experiences as #liveaboard sailors. Subscribe to tag along on the adventure!

After a bit of trial and error trying to build level, sturdy supports for our workshop floor, we decided to let the experts step in. We can’t wait to see this space transform.

We are one step closer to putting Sabado back together— even if it doesn’t look like it yet! 🛠️ Today, we pulled the mast as part of our big refit. #boatlife #boatrefit 👉 Subscribe for real-time updates and behind-the-scenes boat work!

Cracked welds near the helm? Not something you want to mess with... We've finally tackled this critical repair on our Lagoon 42 sailing catamaran here in New Zealand! Reinforced and ready for safer sailing — this is just the beginning of our full refit series. More boat work coming soon!

We’ve officially hauled Sabado out of the water at Port Whangarei Marine Center in New Zealand, and the refit has begun! In our latest video, we take you through a day in our new routine: starting the morning at our rental house, commuting to the boatyard, and diving into our first big boat projects. We kick things off by tearing apart our bed to prep for a major power system upgrade. We also give you a tour of the yard facilities, and remove our cockpit fridge to make way for a new one. It’s a strange feeling seeing the boat on land with empty cabinets, but we’re excited (and a little nervous) about what’s ahead. Big changes are coming — and this is just the beginning. ——————————————————————— ⛵️Join the Crew or become a VIP (our version of Patreon!): https://www.svsabado.com/subscribe/ ⚓️Check out our Blog: https://www.svsabado.com 📸Follow us on Instagram: @sv_sabado 🎁Our favorite products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hollyandray **As Amazon associates, we earn commission from qualifying purchases** Holly and Ray have been #sailing together since 2020 on their #catamaran, Sabado. They have sailed the East Coast of the United States, the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and now the Pacific! They’re documenting #boatlife and their experiences as #liveaboard sailors. Subscribe to tag along on the adventure! Music provided by Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/ov4tmg/

When in doubt, trust the experts! We left our anchorage in bad weather on the officials’ recommendation and headed out to deeper water, where we drifted for several hours until the tsunami warning wa

Jelly fish surrounding our sailboat at night while traveling in the South Pacific. #sailingaroundtheworld