How We Beat the Schengen Shuffle (Season 2 Update)

Are you a non-EU sailor trying to navigate the Schengen 90/180 rule while cruising the Mediterranean? In this episode, we share how we legally stayed in the Med without overstaying our visa, our real-world experience applying EU regulations, and why this strategy may or may not work for you. 🚤 What You'll Learn in This Video: ✅ How we legally avoided the Schengen time limits while sailing in 2024 ✅ The EU regulations that support our approach ✅ Why this method works for some sailors—but not for everyone ✅ Strategies & tips to help you extend your time in the Med With so many cruisers struggling to balance their time between Greece, Italy, Spain, and France, understanding the visa and border rules is key. Whether you’re planning your next season or already sailing, this episode will give you the tools to make informed decisions. ⚓ Subscribe for more sailing tips & updates from our journey! 💬 Drop a comment if you have questions or your own Schengen strategy! Chapters: 0:0 Introduction 1:30 Our Experience 2024 5:05 Why it Works 11:10 Why it Doesn't Work 14:18 Advice and Strategies Link to the EU Regulation: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:32016R0399 Support Our Journey: 🔗 Check out www.sailinghelios.com for exclusive behind-the-scenes content 📸 Follow us on Instagram for updates: https://www.instagram.com/sailinghelios2023/ 📸 Follow us on Facebook for updates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sailinghelios For Naturist/Nudist content: naturally.sailinghelios.com #SchengenShuffle #SailingMediterranean #VisaRules #LiveaboardLife #SailingLife #CruisingEurope #SchengenVisa #MedSailing #SailingCommunity #SchengenRegulations