The Reality of an 8-Day Offshore Passage to Fiji

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:54:46 +0000

What is an offshore passage really like?

Join us as we sail from New Zealand to Fiji on an 8-day offshore passage, sharing the day-to-day reality of life at sea as a short-handed crew. Beyond the beautiful ocean views, this is what our routine actually looked like: standing watch, preparing quick meals, tracking our progress, and settling into the rhythm of life offshore.

In this episode, you'll see:
- Our watch schedule for sailing offshore as a crew of two
- The simple meals that keep us fueled underway
- Ray's DIY electronic logbook built with Home Assistant and how it automatically reports our position to Passage Guardian (https://passageguardian.nz/) for added safety
- The routines, challenges, and rewards of an 8-day ocean crossing
- Our arrival in beautiful Fiji after more than a week at sea

Fair winds,
Holly & Ray
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