We just finished our Atlantic crossing, a beautiful journey together with our crew of 5. We started in Ilha Brava, Cape Verde and sailed to Martinique in the Caribbean. With an average of 130 nm a day, it took us 17 days. Our video speaks for itself, not many words needed :) Thank you for watching our video and we wish you a beautiful day!

We are ready for the big adventure! On the 6th of March, we finally set sail from Ilha Brava, Cape Verde to Martinique, Caribbean. For this challenge, we're raising money for Seashepherd because we find it really important to give something back to the ocean. Seashepherd is an organization that fights to defend, protect, and conserve the ocean. We love the fact that they use direct action to protect our world's oceans. You can hear more about it in our video. It would be super lovely if we can get a nice amount of money together to support them with their beautiful work. Whether it's a small or big amount, every amount is welcome. You can support our donation page via this link: https://whydonate.com/en/fundraising/sailing-for-a-better-world And for those interested, you can follow our adventure on the ocean via satellite tracking: share.garmin.com/FU33U Thank you all for all the support and all the love, see you on the other side of the ocean! Greetings from the whole crew :)

After making our way to the Canaries and spending some time there we head offshore for 7 days and 7 nights to reach Cape Verde!

A few weeks ago we left Portugal to sail to Essaouira, Morocco. Our first sailing trip on Naia took us 4 days and 4 nights. We had a beautiful journey and met some beautiful people in Morocco.

After 3,5 months of doing boat jobs we finally finished our Pahi 42. We made a new wooden deck, finished our paintings, sewed a new sofa and many other things. Naia also got some new drawings on the sides? exciting! Thanks for watching video :)

Seven weeks ago we bought our first Wharram pahi 42 catamaran. She's our first little house on the water. We've done a lot of painting, sanding, repairs and decorations. In this video we share some shots of the beginning of our sailing journey and the changes we made to the boat :)

Little adventure of me hitchhiking sailboats across the Atlantic. In this first part, I crew on a 75ft hand-built hardwood catamaran. Starting from Portugal, via Morocco, to the Canary Islands. Pretty basic. Pretty wild. Lots of fun! Enjoy ?? 00:37 - Meeting the boat & crew 03:12 - Setting off for Morocco 08:02 - Exploring Morocco 10:13 - Setting off for the Canary Islands 12:58 - DOLPHINS! 14:07 - Storm at sea 16:36 - Catching Tuna 16:58 - Made it to La Graciosa Instagram: @leanderdc Blog: theinspiredexplorer.org

In part 2, I hitchhike a brand new $6 Million 77ft catamaran across the Atlantic, completely for free! How I did it? Don't ask. Just watch. Enjoy ?? 00:04 - Going to Gran Canaria 00:49 - How I got the boat 01:44 - Meeting the crew 02:39 - Setting off for Cape Verde 04:15 - Little tour of the boat 09:21 - Checking out Cape Verde 12:09 - Start of the crossing 13:28 - EPIC FISHING! 14:06 - Middle of the ocean shot 15:53 - Me speaking Spanish (Mistakes included ?) 17:22 - Wrapping up Instagram: @leanderdc Blog: theinspiredexplorer.org

A throwback to an inspiring hitchhike journey through Mexico and Central America. I'd like to thank all warm-hearted and awesome people along the way for making this the most inspiring journey I've ever had. Thanks for the rides, the laughs, good food and great conversations. I hope i can return the favor one day! Big hug! Gran Abrazo! HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Mexico (Puerto Escondido) - Costa Rica (Tamarindo) Distance: 3458 KM Rides: 68 Time: 104 hours on the road MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

Altough the situation might currently be instable in Nicaragua, I discover that still alot of of peace and relaxation can be found. MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

My final and most exciting day of my central american hitchhike journey, crossing right thorugh Nicaragua into Costa Rica. HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Malpaisillo - Playa tamarindo Distance: 383 KM Rides: 10 Time: 12h20m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

Excitement and fun as I'm entering Nicaragua and the hitchhiking adventure continues HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Tegucigalpa - Malpaisillo Distance: 271 KM Rides: 8 Time: 5h50m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: San Pedro Sula - Tegucigalpa Distance: 250KM Rides: 2 Time: 4h50m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Rio dulce - San Pedro Sula Distance: 205 KM Rides: 9 Time: 5h20m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

THIS IS DAY 19 of my hitchhiking adventure, sorry for the small mistake in the intro showing day 18. Got a little mixed up while editing ;) Enjoy the episode! HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Belize City - Rio Dulce Distance: 410KM Rides: 5 Time: 10h00m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

I throw around my intended route, making my upcoming days an even bigger adventure. THIS IS DAY 18 of my hitchhiking adventure, sorry for the small mistake in the intro showing day 17. Got a little mixed up while editing ;) Enjoy the episode! HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Bacalar - Belize City Distance: 178 KM Rides: 3 Time: 4h20m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

A magical day sailing around the paradise that is Bacalar. MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

HITCHHIKING SUMMARY Trajectory: Merida - Bacalar Distance: 345 KM Rides: 5 Time: 6h40m MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

Exploring Merida City and using the couchsurfing hangout app to get into some local adventures. MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O

I got guided around Yucatan for free thanks to my hitchhiking adventures. MY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leanderdc/ MY BLOG: http://theinspiredexplorer.org/ GEAR USED Camera: https://amzn.to/2tIfTRz 35mm F1.8 prime lens: https://amzn.to/2tI6aKW Zoom lens: https://amzn.to/2tH9vKh Tripod: https://amzn.to/2Nf9DIP Phone (also used for filming): https://www.oneplus.com/invite#HE4OY9IBN0ZRE1O