In this episode the weather finally is starting to warm up so we jump in to a spot where the freshwater from the mountains runs into the bay. We also have THE WORST luck possible after fixing the generator just 2 days prior... it nearly broke Shane. We see the fams reaction to our first Youtube video then by chance take the dinghy upstream to the most magical restaurant I've seen; an old flour mill turned nature park and restaurant. The kids loved the ducks and geese, the walls inside were lined with photos of famous people that had attended and the food was amazing. It was so good we make sure we come back here a few weeks later with friends. Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Comment on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we FINALLY get to the bottom of our generator issues. After weeks of trouble-shooting, we get there at last. Without our batteries upgraded & solar installed yet, we have been relying on the generator for power each day. There is a roller-coaster of emotions in this one, but it feels like we have finally turned a corner. We also get blown away by the 'Black Pearl' which was once the largest sailing ship in the world. Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Comment on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we explore Tivat Montenegro a little more, and get the tender out to explore by water. Fun Fact - Porto Montenegro Director reached out, and let us know what the building was that we weren't sure of; "The strange looking building is our cooperate office and Yacht club. But was originally built in 1988 to celebrate the centenary of the Arsenal, the shipyard Porto Montenegro is built on. It was built as a recreation centre for the Military, complete with a 550 seat auditorium inside"

In this episode we get a little familiar with Tivat, meet with an electrician to discuss our upgrades and have to make some decisions about whether we stay here or head back to Croatia, which was the original plan, for the battery & solar upgrades...

In this episode we spend our final night in Croatia, deport and make the journey South to Montenegro. We share insight of the check in & out process, have a relatively easy, but rolly, passage down & take in the beautiful scenery of Montenegro. Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Commewnt on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we explore Old Town Dubrovnik, both by evening and during the day - on Easter Sunday in fact. It is a magical place that looks like a scene out of a movie. The Easter Bunny found us on our boat and we get ready to leave Croatia. Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Commewnt on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we arrive at Marina Frappa Dubrovnik. Shane gets straight into getting boat parts needed to repair the generator, the kids & I get out for a bit and we treat ourselves to dinner. We head over to Dubrovnik Old Town - a place high on my list over here.

Following on from Part 1 of our week in a Jugo on 40+ knot winds, we see out the tail end of the week and make the the move to Dubrovnik. If you haven't seen Part 1 yet - check it out here first - https://youtu.be/yWCNE_UyTZg Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Commewnt on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

A Jugo approaches on our journey down to Dubrovnik, so we bunker down in what we thought was a protected bay. It hits hard along with our batteries failing, generator breaking and rationing food and water. I don't think I've ever been this scared before... Reminder that we now have Patreon too if you want early access - https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingSmile If not, a simple Like, Commewnt on Subscribe is greatly appreciated! =) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we get off the boat to explore Mljet National Park. With no real plans we hike up to the Great Lake, and stumble across a stunning monastary on St Mary's Island. We have a quick wander through town once back down to sea level, and grab a few extra groceries before our trip takes a real turn... As requested by a few of our followers we have now set up Patreon. You can check it out here - patreon.com/SailingSmile If not just a like, comment or subscribe is appreciated too! Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

We leave Loviste at first light and continue South in super calm conditions. We could of maybe stretched the day to head straight to Dubrovnik, but a weather warning comes through and we decide to head into the cove at Polace, in Mljet National Park. The sun is shining and we are happy with our find. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this weeks episode we spend the night at a beautiful little town called Pučišća and then continue our travels South. The swell starts to peak as we come around a headland which led to Shane getting sprayed at the helm and a little fright for the kids. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we resolve the terrifying noise from our first night on anchor, take the tender for it's first ride and try to deport the boat from Croatia, iwth eyes on Bosnia, but the universe had other plans for us... Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

We finally leave the safety of the marina and set sail to our first anchorage. With 24knot winds it's not ideal but we loved (almost) every moment of it anyway! When we get there though and ready to call it a day, we hear a horrible noise coming from the anchor chain. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

Finally, what we have been waiting for comes through! Not before more repair jobs, a delivery with some goodies and a few laughs along the way. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we find Smile's own quirks and problems and get stuck into the boat jobs while we are still in Marina Frapa. The kids continue to settle in, the weather really brings my mood down and we explore the town more. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

While we wait for our Australian Boat Registration, we exploe our marina more and take a road trip to the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park. Note: Music has a license. I tried something new so I am hoping the sound quality is better for those watching on a TV. Thanks for following along :) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

In this episode we take Smile out for our first sail, we have some wins, some setbacks and some laughs. Shane's website that I mention is - https://makaiyachts.com Note: License agreement in place for music within vid :) Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

Following on from an OVERWHELMING response on our first episode, this sequel continues where we left off, and shows more insight in what we had to do to start to make this boat a home. We spend our first night on board, visit a flower market in Old Town Split, run into our first repair job and start upgrades. Follow along as we, a family of 4 from Australia move to Croatia onboard a Lagoon 450f Catamaran to follow our dreams and spend more quality time as a family. Just found us? Check out our first episode to follow our adventure from the beginning - https://youtu.be/6K7fb6m9CRc?si=DNFOQR8nufkJmuki

Join us on @SailingSmile as we sell everything we own in Australia, to buy a sailboat on the other side of the world. Meet the crew, how we got here and us seeing the boat for the first time, here in Croatia.