In this video, I break down our regular liveaboard expenses from the past 10 months - including; memberships, fuel, and insurance to marina life - plus the big-ticket upgrades and repairs that have kept us cruising, like a new alternator, starter motor, anchor chain, and even sails.. 🐠 Be a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi The “last video” I was referring to (the last video posted when I filmed this video) which has now made a grand total of $29.47! ⬇️👇 https://youtu.be/8TSx1GrUj0U?si=xC33_XO73ESDz6LM I’ll share how these costs add up over time, what surprised us the most, and a few lessons we’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re planning to live aboard or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of sailing life, this one’s for you. List of Repairs/Replacements from our haul out at Boat Works in February: Rudder stock, rudder bearing, pintle bearing, cutlass bearing, shaft seal, engine alignment, new steering cable, steering chain service, new steering shaft and keyway, more anchor chain, front hatch repair, install front hatch, new thermostat for fridge, anti-foul, replaced anodes, name stickers, cut and polish & finally we replaced latches on cupboards.. Is this more or less than you expected? Tell me below ⬇️👇 0:00 - Intro 1:41 - Club Fees 3:05 - Fuel Costs 3:55 - Insurance 4:49 - Engine Parts/Spares 5:38 - Anchor Chain 6:21 - Marina Fees 7:13 - Headsail 8:38 - Spinnaker 9:31 - Haul Out 10:57 - Total/Summary #sailingcosts #sailboat #sailing

Join me (Kayleigh) on my very first solo sailing trip from Airlie Beach to South Mole Island and back! 🐠 Be our FIRST Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi With light winds between 5–10 knots, it was the perfect day to set off alone, build confidence, and soak in the beauty of the Whitsundays. Everything went smoothly… well, except for one small thing.. Still, it was great experience - with perfect conditions! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 0:00 - Preparation 1:51 - Not Going to Plan.. 2:32 - Solo Sailing for the First Time 8:43 - South Molle Island 11:23 - Sailing Alone to Airlie 17:00 - My Thoughts and Feelings Thanks for watching! #sailing #alone #solosailing

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Calm seas, easy breeze - couldn’t have asked for a better morning on the water. This was our last sail together for a while, so we made the absolute most of it ⛵️ 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Thanks for watching! #sailing #yacht #sailboat

This one was filmed in 4K, so make sure to switch the quality settings to get the full experience! On this trip in the Whitsundays, we kicked things off with a 3 hour hike on Whitsunday Island, taking in some great views and stretching our legs before sailing North to Nara Inlet - a place we would call home for 3 days! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Later, the pulley at the top of the mast broke, so we had to work together to fix it.. Thanks for coming along for the ride - and if you enjoy the journey, consider sharing this video with a mate or leaving us a comment. It means the world to us 💛 0:00 - Last Week on Sailing Ami 1:30 - Hiking Whitsunday Island 4:29 - FUUUN Sail to Nara Inlet 5:39 - Exploring Mangroves (SUP) 7:28 - Ngaro Cultural Site 8:23 - COCKATOO? 10:09 - Up the Mast with Ye!!! 12:22 - Sail to Butterfly Bay 13:19 - Small Issue Whilst Sailing.. 14:30 - Snorkel at Butterfly Bay 15:12 - Oh What a Beautiful Morning!!! #sailingami #whitsundays #alone

We’re continuing our journey north, and this stretch brings a bit of everything - thick fog, strong winds, and some lively seas. Conditions weren’t ideal, but that’s part of life on a boat. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it. 🐠 Be our FIRST Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi After a few challenging days, we find ourselves anchored among a quiet group of remote islands - beautiful, and completely still. It's moments like these that remind us why we love this lifestyle. Eventually, we reach town for a quick resupply and a little reset before heading off again. Thanks for coming along for the ride - and if you enjoy the journey, consider sharing this video with a mate or leaving us a comment. It means the world to us 💛 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Thick Fog 1:31 - Keswick Island 2:25 - 30+ KNOTS 3:11 - Brampton Island 4:02 - Chris' Birthday 5:31 - Whitehaven Beach 7:48 - No Wind, No Worries! 10:11 - Airlie Beach 11:30 - Close Hauled 13:50 - 30+ KNOTS AGAIN! 18:40 - Next Week on Sailing Ami #sailing #sailboat #yacht

We’re back sailing the Great Barrier Reef - and having a whale of a time! 🐳 But before heading offshore to dive into the big blue, we’re spending a few days at Scawfell Island, and as always, we're taking the time to explore our ever-changing surroundings as you never know who or what we might find! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Wearing my favourite poncho from Anima Surf - they make the most beautiful, eco-conscious surf ponchos, designed with love in the Canary Islands. Seriously the comfiest thing to throw on after a salty day out 🌊🌿 https://www.animawomenssurf.com 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Scawfell Island 1:24 - Bikini, Beach and Bread 3:03 - Sail to the Reef 4:19 - WOW A WHALE!! 5:39 - Arriving at Big Stevens Reef 6:22 - Freediving & Droning the Reef 7:51 - Gibbo's Biggest Coral Trout! 9:14 - We're Leaving 10:06 - The Most Amazing View! 11:33 - Spinnaker Sailing in Light Wind 13:31 - EVEN MORE WHALES!! 15:28 - Next Week on Sailing Ami Join us as we: ⚓ Sail to a coral reef! 🏝️ Explore remote, pristine beaches 🐢 Spot amazing marine life (whales, turtles & more!) 🌿 Hike island trails 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next adventure! #sailing #tinyhome #yacht

We're sailing to Middle Percy Island - one of the most legendary and remote cruising destinations in Australia. With wild, secluded beaches, golden sunsets, and manta rays gliding through crystal-clear waters, this island adventure has it all. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Join us as we explore the iconic Percy Island Yacht Club, a unique sailor-built treehouse filled with decades of maritime history. We paddleboard through lush mangroves, learn how to process coconuts island-style with caretaker Marty, and discover the harsh truth about plastic pollution - even in paradise. We also meet Steve, the long-time resident of the island’s homestead, who shares stories from 50 years living off-grid. From manta rays to mangroves, barefoot bushwalks to boat-made honey - this is what sailing remote Australia is all about. Join the Percy Island Yacht Club! https://www.percyisland.com.au/yacht-club "To help to costs of managing Percy Island, a group of Yachties suggested the (informal) PIYC in November 2011 to pay for the annual costs of Public Liability Insurance. Today it has risen to $5,700 annually, to fulfil requirements by the Queensland Government Authorities. The Lifetime Membership from 2024 is $190, including $70 for the PIYC kit (burgee, plaque and Marine Corps ID tag). This means that 48 new Yacht Club Members are needed annually to cover the cost of the Public Liability Insurance that is necessary to allow visitors access to this unique Island due to legislation by the Queensland Government" Steve's Stories: https://youtu.be/Vmqx5B_sn6Q?si=BTBcHHp63OcEObtU 🛶 PADDLE through mangrove creeks 🐚 EXPLORE the yacht club and sailor-made memorabilia 🥥 MAKE coconut cream and milk from scratch 🦋 SPOT manta rays in the shallows 🌿 LEARN from island locals living off the land If you're sailing the Queensland coast, Percy Island is a must. And don’t forget to grab some local honey while you're there! #SailingAustralia #MiddlePercyIsland #SailingLife #Liveaboard #OffGridLiving #RemoteIslands #EcoAdventure #MantaRay #Mangroves #SailingVlog 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - Percy Island Yacht Club 1:29 - SUP Mangroves 2:49 - Hike to Rescue Bay 5:19 - MANTA RAY!! 5:48 - Hike to West Bay 6:15 - COCO NUTS!! 8:24 - Making Coconut Milk with Marty 11:34 - Hike to Homestead 12:46 - Curlew Island 13:24 - Sailing to Scawfell Island 15:21 - Next Week on Sailing Ami

We sail to a remote, uninhabited island in the Great Barrier Reef — no people, no phone signal, just pristine coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and silence. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! But sailing life isn’t always perfect. In this episode, watch what really happens when the weather turns rough. From crystal-clear waters and perfect anchorages to unpredictable winds, midnight squalls, and unexpected boat troubles - get a true glimpse of living off-grid on a sailboat. If you love sailing, island adventures, snorkeling, and Great Barrier Reef exploration, this is the episode for you! #Nude #Sailing #Yacht

We're sailing our 41-foot boat to a remote lagoon in the Great Barrier Reef, navigating through a tight, shallow reef entrance surrounded by coral bommies.. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Join us for a week of sailing, reef navigation, and rare wildlife encounters in one of the most spectacular parts of the Great Barrier Reef. Catch last week's video here: https://youtu.be/390OJc3-My0?si=9HPswsqIIfyM38OX 0:00 - Intro 0:16 - Narrow Channel 1:34 - On Mooring 2:10 - Diving the Channel 3:40 - TIGER SHARK 4:09 - DOLPHINS 4:48 - Diving & Spearfishing Outer Reef 7:23 - Sail to Heron Island 8:46 - Heron Island Sunset 10:12 - Tour of Research Station 11:14 - Snorkel with Manta Ray 11:47 - Sailing from Mooring 12:49 - Sailing to North West Island 14:36 - We’re Moving 16:18 - Next Week! If you're into off-grid cruising, or dream of exploring the Great Barrier Reef by sailboat, this one’s for you. #sailing #sailingvlog #livingoffgrid vlog #yacht #sailingaustralia #sailboat #offgrid

From boat recovery and minor repairs, to kitesurfing sessions, a major resupply run, and catching up with an old friend - this week has a bit of everything! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Intro: 0:00 Resupply: 0:17 Repairs: 1:31 Leaving Port: 2:22 Broken Shackle: 3:06 Beam Reach: 4:16 Marlin Fishing: 4:50 Approach to Musgrave: 6:25 Kitesurfing in the Lagoon: 7:55 Boat Recovery: 10:17 Sail to Fitzroy Lagoon: 11:58 Hitchhiker: 13:41 Approach to Fitzroy: 14:10 NEXT WEEK: 14:37 Before heading back offshore, we stop in at Gladstone – one of Queensland’s busiest industrial ports – for some boat maintenance and a full resupply. With our (almost) 40-year-old sailboat patched up and fuelled, we set sail once again for the reef.. Join us for another week of sailing the Great Barrier Reef and living off-grid aboard our sailboat. #Sailing #SailingOffgrid #sailingvlog #BoatLife #CruisingLife #BluewaterSailing #OffGridLiving #SailingAustralia #GreatBarrierReef #ReefSailing #SailingLifestyle #ExploreByBoat #TropicalSailing #EcoAdventure #TravelVlog

A cinematic recap of our first month living aboard. No commentary, just raw moments and the natural beauty of sailing and living off-grid in Australia. Last weeks video: https://youtu.be/rUqyLGwX7vs?si=budZO9zZIo_DEazF It’s now been 6 weeks since we moved onto the boat, and honestly, we have zero regrets. From peaceful sunrises to remote islands, this is a cinematic look at what life on the water has looked like so far - all shot in 4K! What to expect: ⚓ Living off-grid 🌅 Scenic views ⛈️ Surprise thunderstorms 🐦 Wildlife appearances 👋 Sailing with friends Thanks for following along as we figure out this whole boat life thing - more regular videos coming soon! #BoatLife #LiveAboard #MinimalistLiving #LifeOnTheWater #CinematicVlog #4KVideo #TinyLiving #OffGridLife #SailingLifestyle #LiveAboardLife

Living Off-Grid on a Sailboat & Sailing the Great Barrier Reef! In this episode, we continue our sailing adventure on the Great Barrier Reef with more time spent exploring the remote and beautiful Lady Musgrave Island. We start with an incredible snorkelling session where we encounter a gentle giant cruising through the coral gardens. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Last week's video: https://youtu.be/WiLV-Zme5W4?si=5Q3e4quO4gfTfSD4 Back on board, we talk about what it really takes to live off-grid full-time on our sailboat - from managing power and water to cooking and staying connected while anchored in the middle of the reef. As the sun goes down, we take the dinghy ashore for a nighttime walk to search for island wildlife and see what this coral cay is like after dark. We also decide to move our anchorage closer to the outer reef wall, hoping for a chance to see reef sharks, rays, and more marine life in clearer waters. After a few unforgettable days, it's time to raise the anchor and begin the passage back to the big island of Australia! 0:00 - Intro 0:21 - Clearest Water EVER! 1:35 - Moving Anchorage 2:13 - Snorkel with Sharks and Turtles! 5:17 - How Do We Live Off-Grid? 9:05 - Sunset on the Island 10:13 - Sailing to Pancake Creek 12:54 - Catching a Mackerel 13:21 - Anchoring at Pancake Creek 14:43 - Outtakes If you love the idea of remote island adventures, ocean life, and sustainable travel - this one’s for you! #SailingLife #LivingOffGrid #LiveaboardLife #SailboatCruising #GreatBarrierReef #LadyMusgraveIsland #BoatLife #SailingAustralia #CruisingLifestyle #OceanAdventure #SnorkelingReef #RemoteIslands #SailingVlog

Join us as we go night sailing to a remote coral cay in the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef - this is Lady Musgrave Island. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Hit the subscribe button if you want to join us on more sailing adventures and remote island explorations. #NightSailing #LadyMusgraveIsland #GreatBarrierReef #SailingAdventure #SailingVlog #RemoteSailing #SailingAustralia

A bit of spinnaker sailing, a bit of boat DIY, and lots of Australian wildlife filmed in 4K res. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Exploring K’gari’s wild beaches and historic McKenzie Pier - we spotted dingoes roaming the bush and watched soldier crabs scuttling across the sand at low tide. Back on the boat, we finally say goodbye to bags of ice and install a new marine fridge which means.. cold beer!! In summary: 0:00 - Exploring K'gari (Fraser) Island 1:33 - Mckenzie Pier 1:58 - Beach Treasure 3:23 - Exploring Mangroves 4:33 - DIY Boat Fridge Build 8:23 - Setting Sail 9:23 - Cinematic Drone in 4K Resolution 10:08 - Sailing North + Anchoring Our journey from the beginning: https://youtu.be/PlAXm-yM0NI?si=Cc4BzAz3zBCmP8Oi Need a good lookin' wind-proof hat like ours? Check out: https://cordandroy.com #SpinnakerSailing #BoatDIY #MarineFridgeBuild #FraserIsland #KgariIsland #AustralianWildlife #SailingAdventure #BoatLife #OffGridLiving #CinematicDrone

This is one of Queensland's trickiest and most nerve-wracking bar crossings because of its shifting sandbanks & confused seas. We made our crossing with up-to-date waypoints from Marine Rescue, a rising tide, and the flattest swell we could hope for.. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! We’re also welcomed back to Hervey Bay by David - Gibbo’s dad - and his original 1951 Alvis TA21. AND we built a new table!! 0:00 - Mooloolaba to DI Point (Cinematic) 2:00 - Wide Bay Bar Crossing 7:42 - Shallow Sailing in the Sandy Straits 11:42 - Driving with Dad 13:32 - Essential Boat Upgrades 14:55 - Outtakes! Our journey from the beginning: https://youtu.be/PlAXm-yM0NI?si=Cc4BzAz3zBCmP8Oi Need a good lookin' wind-proof hat like ours? Check out: https://cordandroy.com #travel #sailing #boatlife #boat #yacht #adventure #marina #knot #anchor #compass #navigation #voyage #cruising #liveaboard #wanderlust #explore #nomad #globetrotter #bucketlist #destination #passport #circumnavigation #tinyhome #offgrid #offgridliving #discover #discovery #voyageofami

A look at life aboard our sailboat - from getting lost in mangroves to getting soaked in storms, here’s the next (slightly soggy) chapter of our sailing series! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Whether you're a fellow sailor, considering liveaboard life or just curious about what sailing full-time is really like, this is a glimpse into everyday life. Check out last weeks video here: https://youtu.be/kKT7ZlzufR4 Need a good lookin' wind-proof hat like ours? Check out: https://cordandroy.com 0:00 - Exploring Mangroves on Stradbroke Island 0:30 - Storm Sailing! 4:46 - Our First Sunset Sail 6:05 - Turn Around 7:29 - Leaving Moreton Bay! 10:34 - Growing Mushrooms? 12:11 - NEXT TIME! #StormSailing #SailboatLife #LiveaboardSailing #SailingAustralia #OffshoreSailing #SailingAdventure #BoatLife #CruisingLifestyle #SailingVlog