You’ve all been waiting for this… 🌴☀️ Spring Break Savings are finally here! 🎉 Use promo code SPRING at checkout and take $10 OFF any cruise! Choose your adventure: a 3-hour snorkeling escape to Shell Island or a 2-hour magical sunset cruise filled with golden skies and dolphin sightings 🌅⛵ Don’t wait — Spring Break spots book fast! Reserve your cruise today, enter code SPRING at checkout, and let’s get you on Island Time!

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I’m Kayleigh, this is James — and this is our sailboat Mon Ami, a 41-foot Jeanneau Sun Legende from 1987. But how exactly did we end up here? Well, we met back in 2020 — just weeks before the world went crazy during the pandemic. So, instead of being locked down, we jumped in our four-wheel drives and drove across the country. First stop: the infamous Telegraph Track on the Cape York peninsula. From there, we continued west through sand, dirt, and endless corrugations — camping under the stars in the Northern Territory, dreaming about what big adventure we could go on next. And that’s where we first spoke about buying a sailboat. As we drove on, we had mud spas, surfed with new friends, and eventually crossed into Western Australia — ending up in Exmouth, the place that became our home for nearly three years. We settled in, found jobs and the dream of owning a boat finally started to become real. So with this goal in mind, we worked as much as we could and even spent a whole year living in a swag, which we called rent-free 2023. James — or Gibbo — was working as a deckhand on the whale shark boats, later moving to the tugs, while I worked as a sea kayak guide. We were both pulling 12-hour days for weeks at a time, saving every dollar we could. In between our work, we even managed to afford a budget holiday to new Zealand where we cycled our bikes across the entire country and lived in our tent - but that’s a story for another day. We started to look at yachts online and noticed there wasn’t a huge variety in WA. So we packed up once again (minus the Suzuki) and drove 6,000 kilometres back to Queensland — across the vast Nullarbor Plain, where we broke down, ate many jaffles, and even picked up a joey along the way - another reminder to always check the pouch! After looking at a few fixer-uppers, we finally saw a listing for Mon Ami.. and well, the rest is history.. We spent our first few months sailing around Moreton Bay, learning the ropes — literally — and getting to know our new boat. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing: we found diesel bug cappuccino, leaking hatches, and a badly corroded rudder post that forced a haul-out. As new boat owners, this wasn’t exactly how we wanted to spend our time. We fixed, polished and anti fouled the boat before, quitting our jobs and moving aboard full time in April. It’s now the end of September — and we’ve sailed nearly 2,000 nautical miles along the Queensland coast. Along the way, we’ve welcomed friends aboard, explored remote reefs, and sailed alongside giants. It’s been a pretty wild ride — with some of the best moments, and some of the toughest. But the journey’s not over yet - and we’d love to take you along for the rest of this adventure… and every one after that.

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Meet the Riviera 58 Sports Motor Yacht (SMY)—an Australian-built masterpiece combining luxury, performance, and versatility. 🌊⚓ Whether you’re cruising, offshore fishing, or entertaining, this yacht delivers in every category. Designed based on feedback from seasoned Riviera owners, it’s built to handle the most demanding adventures with ease. Mission: The Riviera 58 SMY is a multi-purpose yacht designed for cruising, offshore fishing, and entertaining. With a fuel capacity of 1,198 gallons (4,500 L), she boasts a 328 nm range at 23 knots and an impressive 1,132.3 nm range at 9.5 knots for long-distance cruising. Performance Review: Tested in moderate seas (3-4 ft) off Hillsboro Inlet, FL, with 10-14 knot winds, the Riviera 58 proved her bluewater heritage, delivering a smooth, stable, and quiet ride. Key Specifications: Length Overall: 64' 8" (19.71 m) Beam: 18' 7" (5.67 m) Draft: 5' 7" (1.7 m) Dry Weight: 80,469 lbs (36,500 kg) Tested Weight: 85,570 lbs (38,895 kg) Bridge Clearance: 23' 3" (7.08 m) Fuel Capacity: 1,585 gal (6,000 L) Water Capacity: 211 gal (800 L) Engines: Twin 1,000-hp Volvo Penta D13 IPS-1350 Test Load: 7 passengers + gear: 1,400 lbs (636 kg) Diesel (689 gal): 4,892 lbs (2,224 kg) Water (211 gal): 1,760 lbs (800 kg) Total Load: 8,052 lbs (3,660 kg) Acceleration: Tested under 77°F, 40% humidity, and 10-14 knots of wind with 3-4 ft seas, showcasing smooth acceleration and agile handling. Why Choose the Riviera 58 SMY? Multi-Purpose Design: Cruise, fish, and entertain in style. Powerful Performance: Powered by twin 1,000-hp Volvo Penta D13 IPS-1350 engines for effortless handling. Long-Range Capability: Travel farther with an impressive cruising range. Spacious Interior: Flybridge-only helm creates a roomy salon and galley for comfort and entertainment. Offshore Ready: Built for bluewater performance, perfect for long-distance cruising or weekend getaways. 🔥 Ready to see more? Watch the full test and features review now on BoatTEST! 🔗 https://boattest.com/boats/riviera/58-sports-motor-yacht-2024

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An awesome hike ending in a beautiful waterfall.

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BBC Evening News reporting on ‘World In Union 2020’ reaching No.1 in the Classical Charts on day of release. All money going to the Matt Ratana Rugby Foundation.

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Stunning waterfall in Norway. Backwards slow motion. Beautiful movie.

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