What is life really like on a sailboat in Thailand? For the past two months, we’ve been exploring remote islands, sailing in steady 20–25 knots, snorkeling coral reefs, visiting small fishing villages, and living full-time aboard our 39-foot sailboat, Stella — with Jesse’s whole family (and our kitten Shelly 🐾) onboard. In this episode, we share a real look at everyday life on the water: - Sailing between tropical islands -Picking up mooring balls & anchoring in turquoise bays -Snorkeling and checking the boat underwater - Growing food onboard - Cooking meals together - Sunset haircuts on deck - Quiet anchorages with no wind This is the simple, beautiful rhythm of sailboat life in Southeast Asia. Thailand has given us some of our favorite memories yet , warm water, kind people, and anchorages we’ll never forget. Next, we sail back to Malaysia to prepare Stella for our next adventure. 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A Thanks for being part of this journey with us ❤️ #lifeonasailboat #sailingthailand #liveaboardlife #sailboatlife #familysailing #sailingvlog #livingonaboat #tropicalislands #southeastasiasailing #islandlife

A Day in Our Life Living on a Sailboat in Our 20s | Thailand Welcome back aboard Stella Overboard. Today we’re sailing from the north of Thailand back down south toward Krabi as we begin our journey toward Malaysia for our upcoming haul out. It’s another beautiful day in paradise , light winds to start, dancing in the cockpit, pulling up anchor, and setting off with 22 nautical miles ahead of us. Since the wind takes a little while to fill in, we give you a full house tour of our 39ft Jeanneau Sun Odyssey , our floating home. Three berths, one head, a tiny galley, and somehow enough space for four people onboard. Living on a sailboat in your 20s isn’t always glamorous, but it’s ours, and we love it. Eventually the wind picks up and we get both our head sail and main sail out, cruising at up to 13 knots on a tight reach. There’s nothing better than carving through the islands of Thailand with perfect conditions. But sailboat life always comes with the unexpected. As we anchor for the night, we notice a large group of officials boarding boats around us. Soon enough, the water police approach Stella to check our documentation. Luckily, we always make sure to properly check in and out and keep our paperwork ready — because if you don’t, fines can be serious. Some boats nearby were fined 5,000 baht for not having the correct clearance. Thankfully, everything checks out and we’re free to enjoy the anchorage. Clear water, island views, swimming off the boat, putting the outboard on the tender, and heading ashore for food and supplies — this is what a real day of sailboat life looks like. As Jesse takes his parents to the island for snacks and water, we begin preparing for the next four days of sailing down the coast toward Malaysia. Our haul out is coming soon, and we’re excited… and a little nervous. Big projects ahead. Thanks for being here and supporting our journey. See you next week for our final days sailing Thailand before haul out ⚓️ 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A 00:00 Welcome aboard ⚓️ 01:13 Morning dancing in the cockpit 💃 02:40 Full sailboat house tour 🏠 04:47 Cooking in our tiny galley 🍳 05:45 Sailing south at 13 knots 🌊 09:17 Picking the perfect anchorage 📍 10:45 The cops arrive 🚨 11:42 Pulled over by water police 👀 13:13 Putting the tender in & heading ashore 🛥️ #SailboatLife #LivingOnABoat #SailingThailand #LiveaboardLife #SailingCouple #BoatLife #CruisingLife #YoungAndFree #SailingAsia #LifeAtSea #SVStella #SailLife

Get your mask on and gloves cause it’s time to get to work. We are in the boat yard and sanding and taping up our hall to get ready for our paint. 

We are on the hard stand getting out boat ready for Indonesia and it’s a lot of work

Crossing international waters was meant to be smooth sailing… but that’s not how boat life works. In this episode, we face complete engine failure at sea, leaving us troubleshooting fuel systems, bleeding lines, and hoping she starts again. But that was just the beginning. A few days later our toilet pump stopped working (and yes… that’s as inconvenient as it sounds). Then our watermaker failed, and with six people onboard, fresh water becomes very important, very fast. Just when we thought we were in the clear, we had to jump in and swim under the boat to fix our blocked speedometer, scraping out barnacles and cleaning the hull so we could sail smoothly again. This is the real side of sailing life , constant maintenance, problem solving, and learning as we go. It’s not always sunsets and calm seas… but we wouldn’t trade it for anything. Next up: we sail back down the coast of Thailand toward Malaysia for our big haul out. Thanks for being part of the adventure 🤍 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A 00:00 Crossing International Waters 01:12 Trouble Begins… 03:48 What We’re Checking First 05:13 Fuel Filter Inspection 06:53 Bleeding the Engine System 08:42 Third Attempt to Start the Engine 10:30 Engine Finally Running 12:15 Toilet Pump Failure 14:09 Removing the Pump & Grinding Calcium Build-Up 16:08 Small Leak… New Problem 17:20 Watermaker Stops Working 18:57 Watermaker Fixed 20:15 Swimming Under the Boat 21:02 Fixing the Blocked Speedometer 22:10 Scraping Barnacles & Cleaning the Hull 23:40 What It Really Takes to Sail Full-Time 24:30 Heading Back to Malaysia for Haul-Out 25:10 See You Next Week

What’s it really like to enter a new country by boat? In this episode, we sail into Thailand and take you along for the full process of entering a country by sailboat — from Immigration and Customs to the Harbour Master. It’s a long, sometimes confusing day that looks very different from flying into a country, and it’s all part of the reality of full-time boat life. Because we’re entering by sea, we have to handle all the paperwork ourselves, travel hours inland, and officially bring both ourselves and our sailboat into the country , something most travelers never see. We didn’t film inside government buildings, as filming isn’t permitted in these areas. After hours of paperwork, ferries, long drives, and waiting, we finally make it back to our boat, but the adventure doesn’t stop there. The very next day, we lift anchor and continue exploring Thailand’s islands by sailboat. If you’re curious about sailing internationally, living on a boat full-time, or what life looks like beyond airports and hotels, this episode is for you. ⚓️ Subscribe for more real-life sailing, travel, and adventure 🌊 New episodes every Sunday 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A

Sailing through Phang Nga Bay, Thailand, we found something rare — real seclusion. While most visitors experience this place on crowded day tours, we get to choose where we go, when we stop, and where we drop anchor. Hidden lagoons, quiet mangroves, towering limestone cliffs, and caves that feel untouched , all without the crowds. This is the freedom of full-time boat life. We’re often the only ones here after sunset, sleeping surrounded by nature, listening to the jungle come alive, and waking up to complete stillness. In this episode, we explore secret hongs and caves by tender, anchor in crystal-clear water, and soak in the kind of peace you can only find when your home floats. This is Phang Nga Bay from the water , and it’s why we chose this life. What’s Coming Next...... ⚓ Sailing back down the coast toward Malaysia 📄 A full breakdown of checking into Thailand by sailboat ⚠️ The challenges we faced sailing up the Thai coast — including our engine stopping mid-sail Thanks for being here and supporting our journey ❤️ 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A #SailingThailand #PhangNgaBay #BoatLife #SailingLife #Liveaboard #HiddenThailand #StellaOverboard

In this episode, we spend the day sailing island to island in Thailand, riding incredible dry-season winds and soaking up some seriously beautiful scenery. Our original plan was to explore underwater caves, but after realizing we didn’t have the right dive gear, and spending a rocky night at anchor—we changed course and kept sailing. From smooth passages and stronger winds to arriving in Koh Lanta, dropping anchor next to friends, and heading ashore to explore by motorbike, this day is a perfect snapshot of life sailing in Thailand. As the sun sets, we wrap up the day and get ready to check into the country by sailboat—something we’ll be sharing next. If you’re curious about sailing Southeast Asia, island hopping in Thailand, or what daily life on a sailboat really looks like, this one’s for you. 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A #SailingThailand #IslandHopping #SailboatLife #Liveaboard #ThailandIslands

We set sail to one of the most famous dive islands in the Andaman Sea — often called the Queen of the Andaman Sea. This journey took us through beautiful sailing conditions to crystal-clear water, untouched islands, and some of the most incredible snorkeling and diving we’ve experienced yet. From vibrant fish life to quiet beaches you can only reach by boat, this is why we chose life at sea. Join us as we sail, explore remote islands, dive into paradise, and soak up everything this incredible part of the world has to offer. ⚓️ Sailing | 🤿 Diving | 🌴 Off-grid adventure Thanks for coming along — don’t forget to like, subscribe, and sail with us 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com

This is a real point-of-view sailing passage from Malaysia to Thailand, filmed entirely from onboard as we sail with six people on a 39-foot sailboat. This new year started fast — Jesse’s whole family flew out to join us, and suddenly our quiet boat turned into a full house. With limited stops ahead, we had to provision enough food for weeks, make sure the watermaker was running properly, and prepare for a challenging sail north. The wind has been strong, and there were a few scary moments when the boat rounded up. We reefed the sails to keep everyone comfortable, lowered the heel, and took things slow and steady. Out of six people onboard, only two got seasick — not bad considering the conditions. This video is pure POV sailing — no narration, no filters. Just real movement, real sounds, and real life at sea as we cross borders by boat. Put on headphones, relax, and feel like you’re sailing onboard with us. 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A

We get asked this question all the time — why did we buy a sailboat in Southeast Asia? In this video, we break down exactly why buying our sailboat in Langkawi, Malaysia ended up being one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. From tax-free boat purchases, to affordable upgrades and repairs, easy access to yacht supplies, and safe, beautiful sailing — we show you the real reasons sailors from all over the world come here to buy, refit, and launch their boats. We talk about: • Why Malaysia (and Langkawi) is tax-free • How we saved huge money on davits, electrics, and rigging • Installing a full Victron Energy setup • Access to yacht supply stores and marina deliveries • Why Langkawi is a safe, beginner-friendly place to sail • The massive international sailing community here • And how close you are to Thailand, Indonesia, and beyond If you’re thinking about buying a sailboat — especially outside the US, Australia, or Europe — this video is for you. If you want to see boats for sale locally, check out Sea Spray Yacht Sales — they’re right next door to us at the marina. Thanks so much for watching and supporting the channel. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment — and we’ll see you next week as we sail into Thailand ⛵️🌴 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A #sailing #sailboatlife , #liveaboardsailing#sail #buyingasailboat #buyingaboatoverseas

💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Sailing life in 2025 gave us everything — freedom, fear, laughter, and lessons we’ll never forget. These are our best, worst, and scariest moments at sea, captured exactly as they happened, raw, unfiltered, and real. This year took us from beginners learning as we went to more confident sailors chasing freedom on the water. Along the way there were unforgettable days, hard moments, and a few that genuinely scared us , balanced by beauty, fun, and the simple joy of living at sea. This video isn’t scripted. It’s not polished. It’s just humans living at sea , learning, growing, messing up, and loving every part of it. If you’ve ever dreamed of sailing, living off grid, or choosing a different path, this video shows the full reality , the best, the worst, and the scariest, and why we’d still choose this life again. 👇 Let us know in the comments which moment stood out to you most ⛵ Subscribe to follow our journey at sea 🏴‍☠️ Join our Patreon for behind-the-scenes sailing life, raw days, and extra moments 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/Jesse_and_camille Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=1xAabVPlHIZiPpYF Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=d49KK69ZRcqyoRVTo7KxBg&utm_medium=share&utm_source=linktree&nd=1&dlsi=8c0c7685b43f4691 Last video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L1ouhVmW4c&t=12s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links- https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnYWXYeaRbtG8cuME808htx0I_89npta6Uwm2QSM5oJ_jfDz2UR0u1VZTF2ds_aem_ti5GChu7Y2Kort48E57V9A 00:00 – Welcome Aboard | Sailing Life in Southeast Asia 01:30 – Catching Spanish Mackerel for Dinner 🐟 03:55 – Big Winds on Our Sail to Thailand 05:45 – Exploring the “Hole in the Wall” 08:02 – Rough Seas & Hitting 7 Knots 10:42 – Maya Bay: Worth the Hype? 🌴 13:40 – Circumnavigating Langkawi 17:07 – Shelly the Sailing Kitty 🐾⛵️ 18:21 – Crew Learning the Ropes (Literally) 19:43 – The Biggest Storm We’ve Faced Yet ⚡️ 28:50 – Magical Fjords & Hidden Anchorages 35:25 – Sailing Into Danti Bay 42:17 – Fresh Fish & Hands-On Sailing to Krabi 47:10 – Flying Downwind Under Sail 51:40 – Our Next Sailing Destination… 🌍

Today we’re doing sailboat engine maintenance and a full sailboat engine service while searching for engine parts in a foreign country. Servicing a marine diesel engine is an essential part of boat maintenance, especially when you’re living aboard and preparing for long motoring days ahead. We’re currently liveaboard on our sailboat in Malaysia, tackling DIY sailboat maintenance while cruising Southeast Asia. From chasing down hard-to-find engine parts to performing a diesel engine service, this episode shows what real sailboat engine maintenance abroad looks like — tight spaces, oily hands, and all. In this episode of real sailboat life, we: – Search for engine parts while traveling abroad – Perform routine sailboat engine maintenance – Service our marine diesel engine – Complete an oil change and filter replacement – Replace an engine belt – Work through multiple boat maintenance projects – Install new hardware onboard – Fix a slipping halyard clutch critical for sailing safety – Dive under the boat to inspect the propeller Living a liveaboard sailboat life means constantly learning how to handle sailboat engine repair, engine service, and unexpected boat projects. DIY sailboat maintenance is not always easy, especially when you’re doing boat maintenance abroad, but keeping your sailboat engine reliable is key to safe cruising. As a couple sailing full time, this is part of how we prepare our cruising sailboat for the next leg of our journey through Southeast Asia and beyond. From sailing in Malaysia to preparing for offshore passages, every bit of engine maintenance helps keep us moving. If you enjoy sailboat maintenance, marine diesel engine work, liveaboard sailing, and honest cruising life, don’t forget to subscribe, like, and comment below. 💙 A huge thank you to everyone supporting us on Patreon — you truly help make this sailboat life possible. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Jesse_and_cam... Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=rhrffDDTrPKUBgiU Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODq... Last video - •https://youtu.be/hnDIwqUAfjo?si=LJyeMBGime3xjPmR Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.over... TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overbo... Dedfrdfc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links - https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?fbcli...

Paradise sailing with parents sounded like a dream… but boat life had other plans 😅🌴⛵️ This week on Stella Overboard, Jesse’s parents fly in from Australia to sail with us for the very first time. From island hopping and beach barbecues to fishing, squid catches, and magical anchorages — they get a true taste of life at sea. But as always with sailing, things don’t go exactly as planned. While downwind sailing and goose-winging between the islands, our headsail furler jams again, forcing us to make the call to head back to the marina and turn paradise into boat projects. Between climbing the mast, fixing rigging issues, touring Langkawi from above, and sharing special moments with family onboard, this episode is a perfect mix of adventure, reality, and why we love this life — even when it gets messy. If you’re dreaming of sailing, island life, or bringing family along for the ride, this one’s for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe 👉 Join our Patreon for behind-the-scenes + extra content 👉 New Stella merch coming soon Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Jesse_and_camille?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=3iZIC5suWW1WDzVj Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=xFDYmUJVQUW_OYGot70RRg Last video -https://youtu.be/TepykfRQQDc?si=YhKr7rdXBsiBFZaV Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard?igsh=MXBhdDRsb2VrZG16NQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?_t=ZS-8yhbXJeg49v&_r=1 Dedfrdfc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links - https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMCoABleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9oMTJxjZVpkwiJ7pvgrwkdk1kpP_pleP4ffo3SAwscFaO9Sv0A2oyMBvNrN_aem_cHSwyIDxYQUNREJOs9gZ6g 00:00 Welcome back to Stella Overboard 00:45 Jesse’s parents arrive to sail with us for the first time 02:10 First sails up — parents’ reactions to island sailing 03:40 Fishing, squid catch & boat life moments 06:30 Filleting fish & unexpected reality check 08:20 Arriving at the island & sailor barbecue 11:10 Meeting other cruisers & island vibes 13:00 Heading off alone into the surrounding islands 15:10 Anchoring at “Alien Beach” & exploring by tender 17:45 Strong breeze & showing how fast Stella can sail 19:10 Goose-winging downwind — all seems perfect 20:20 Trouble strikes: headsail furler jams 22:10 Decision to return to the marina 23:30 Jesse climbs the mast to fix the furler 26:40 Furler issue explained & tension fix 28:20 Touring Langkawi & Sky Bridge views 31:30 Island sightseeing & monkey encounters 34:20 Back to boat projects & wrapping up 36:00 What’s next: sailing to Thailand with the whole family

Six months ago, we bought a sailboat… even though we barely knew how to sail. We’re Camille and Jesse — an American & Australian couple who quit a “normal” life, lived in a car, and worked in the Australian mines for a year and a half just to save every dollar for one dream: buying a sailboat and learning as we go. This video is a full six-month recap of everything that happened after we bought Stella in Malaysia — the good, the bad, the terrifying, and the unforgettable. From leaking gearboxes, engine removals, electrical failures, and exploding toilets… to our first sails, first anchor nights, storms, medical emergencies, climbing the mast underway, and crossing international borders at the tail end of monsoon season. We went from total beginners to sailing across countries, battling 40-knot winds, dragging anchor at night, getting fishing nets wrapped around our prop, and discovering some of the most beautiful islands we’ve ever seen — all while adopting a tiny kitten who somehow became the captain of the boat. This is what six months of learning to sail really looks like. If you’ve ever dreamed of: • living on a sailboat • learning to sail later in life • quitting the traditional path • or chasing a wild, uncertain dream …this one’s for you. Thanks so much for being here 🤍 Subscribe, like, and comment — we’d love to have you aboard. Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Jesse_and_camille?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=3iZIC5suWW1WDzVj Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=xFDYmUJVQUW_OYGot70RRg Last video -https://youtu.be/TepykfRQQDc?si=YhKr7rdXBsiBFZaV Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard?igsh=MXBhdDRsb2VrZG16NQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?_t=ZS-8yhbXJeg49v&_r=1 Dedfrdfc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links - https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMCoABleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9oMTJxjZVpkwiJ7pvgrwkdk1kpP_pleP4ffo3SAwscFaO9Sv0A2oyMBvNrN_aem_cHSwyIDxYQUNREJOs9gZ6g #SailingLife #Liveaboard #SailingCouple #BoatLife #LearningToSail #SailingMalaysia #SailingThailand #AdventureCouple #FromBeginnersToBluewater 0:00 Chaos at Sea – Storms, Breakdowns & “What Are We Doing?” 4:00 Meet Stella Overboard – Buying a Sailboat With No Experience 8:00 Gearbox Leak, Engine Out & Boat Life Reality 12:00 First Sail, Friends Onboard & The Drone That Sank 16:00 First Night at Anchor, Exploding Toilet & Hard Lessons 20:00 Biggest Adventure Yet – Sailing to Thailand & Becoming Real Sailors 24:00 What’s Next: Indonesia, Surf, & the Journey Ahead 🌊

Welcome to Singa Besar — a deserted island in the Andaman Sea where sailors from all over the world gather for one of the most iconic cruising traditions in Southeast Asia. 🌴⛵🔥 Every other Friday, we sail over with the Langkawi cruising community for a beach fire BBQ, music, stories, and a whole lot of laughter. From homemade salads and shared meals to chasing off monkey thieves who are way too interested in our food… every trip to this island is pure chaos in the best way. This weekend we sailed from Rebak island Langkawi, to Singa Besar dropped anchor between a dozen other boats, and spent two full days doing what sailors do best: ✨ cooking on the famous Yachty-built brick BBQ ✨ cliff jumping, swimming, exploring the island ✨ meeting friends, sharing drinks, telling stories ✨ keeping the monkeys away (barely 😂) ✨ singing, dancing, and watching the sunset from the boats Singa Besar has become one of the best sailing traditions in Malaysia — and after this video, you’ll see exactly why. If you love boat life, island adventures, and the raw reality of sailing Southeast Asia… welcome aboard. 💛 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join our Patreon for behind-the-scenes content! ⚓ Thanks for joining us at Singa Besar. See you next week for our 6-month sailing recap! ⛵ Chapters 00:00 Sailing to Singa Besar 02:12 Anchoring with the fleet 04:33 The famous brick BBQ 07:10 Monkey thieves attack 10:45 Cliff jumping + exploring 14:20 Singing, dancing & sunset 18:40 Sailing back to the marina 20:00 Real boat life: cleaning, fixing & resetting JOIN OUR PATREON FOR BEHIND THE SENCES ! Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Jesse_and_cam... Who we are - • Meet the Couple in Their 20s Who Bought a ... Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODq... Last video - • From Beginners to Bluewater: Sailing to Th... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.over... TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overbo... Dedfrdfc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links - https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?fbcli... #SailingLife #BoatLife #SoutheastAsia #IslandAdventure #SailingVlog

Sailing remote tropical islands in Asia turned into an adventure we’ll never forget. What began as a peaceful stretch of isolation quickly transformed into something none of us expected… especially when first-time crew joined us on board. From exploring untouched beaches and dense jungle to navigating remote wilderness and anchoring alone under the stars, this trip had everything — adventure, chaos, beauty, wildlife, and one very strange night we still can’t explain. Join us as we sail our 39ft monohull Stella through some of the most remote islands in Asia, teaching family to sail for the first time, swimming in crystal-clear bays, exploring mangroves, dodging tropical storms, meeting unexpected visitors, and soaking in the wild freedom of life at sea. This is sailing at its best: raw, unpredictable, beautiful, and unforgettable. Come aboard for the journey. 🌴🌊⚓️ JOIN OUR PATREON FOR BEHIND THE SENCES ! Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Jesse_and_camille?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Who we are - https://youtu.be/fWhhJpkirKc?si=3iZIC5suWW1WDzVj Podcast of Jesse’s Bike Journey- https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ODqtowFPNMSDXnSjevgLs?si=xFDYmUJVQUW_OYGot70RRg Last video -https://youtu.be/TepykfRQQDc?si=YhKr7rdXBsiBFZaV Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stella.overboard?igsh=MXBhdDRsb2VrZG16NQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stella.overboard?_t=ZS-8yhbXJeg49v&_r=1 Dedfrdfc Contact- Stella.Overboard@gmail.com Other Links - https://linktr.ee/jesse_camille?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMCoABleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9oMTJxjZVpkwiJ7pvgrwkdk1kpP_pleP4ffo3SAwscFaO9Sv0A2oyMBvNrN_aem_cHSwyIDxYQUNREJOs9gZ6g 00:00 Intro 00:42 Setting Sail 02:10 First-Time Crew Learn the Ropes 04:55 Exploring Remote Islands 08:20 Finding Isolation 12:40 Tropical Storm Rolls In 16:10 Unexpected Wildlife Encounters 18:45 The Strange Night… 22:30 Crystal Anchorage & Beach Day 26:10 Teaching the Crew to Sail 28:00 Final Sail #sailing #boat #boatlife