17 | Exploring the Islands of Fiji, Vanua Levu and Taveuni

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  • @cjyoung7372
    @cjyoung7372 10 місяців тому +68

    I've been waiting months for this your channel is seriously underrated thank you for taking the time to document and share your experiences with us

  • @MichaelMechsner
    @MichaelMechsner 10 місяців тому +31

    I totally agree with the other commentators - I admit I watch a number of UA-cam sailing channels (probably too much) - yours is one of the best - Bravo Zulu - keep them coming.

    • @MichaelMechsner
      @MichaelMechsner 9 місяців тому

      Bravo Zulu - the naval phonetic for the letters B Z - it was a naval flag order that indicates “Job well done.”

  • @ericlundgren5208
    @ericlundgren5208 10 місяців тому +18

    Thank you - again - from Finland also. Agree other that your channel is that what I like to watch.

  • @m2pozad
    @m2pozad 10 місяців тому +9

    I've figured out what is so unique about this sailing channel. Everything feels boat age and era correct. Captain and First Mate have magically become a couple in a home movie being shot in the 1950s or early 60's. Very moving, and a little mysterious how you two get into the character of the boat.

  • @leonardogaytan3219
    @leonardogaytan3219 10 місяців тому +12

    Happy to see your new video. Enjoy and blessings !

  • @blknblugrip
    @blknblugrip 10 місяців тому +21

    Love the flow of your videos. Colors, waves, sunsets...all beautiful. Also enjoy the respect you have for the places and people while sailing.

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      Absolutely. The colours and shapes of the ocean and clouds are unbelievably beautiful and even our fellow humans don't look too bad. :)

  • @annieheater
    @annieheater 10 місяців тому +13

    Thankyou for posting such excellent videos. it is wonderful watching you live your dreams on such a beautiful boat .

  • @davelawrence6777
    @davelawrence6777 10 місяців тому +12

    Thank you for posting always look forward to them that has to be one of the most beautiful boats I've ever had the pleasure of seeing. Fair winds and following seas

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      Don't want following seas. Not with my new club med aft.

  • @belisarioalbarracin8478
    @belisarioalbarracin8478 10 місяців тому +15

    Beautiful places, and you are so gentle and peaceful people, its a pleasure!!!! Thanks!!!

  • @alfredpinkham4321
    @alfredpinkham4321 10 місяців тому +16

    I very much enjoy your videos for their authenticity, as it is a welcome change from glitz and battery discussions. Keep her so and enjoy your time on a fine old boat. Fair winds.

  • @robertnixon3816
    @robertnixon3816 10 місяців тому +8

    Just love this channel! Cannot seem to get enough of Julia under sail. Every aspect of this video is so well done. I can just feel the enjoyment of you both and the excitement if every new discovery! Sail on! I for one will be waiting!

  • @jeroenvanrixel7980
    @jeroenvanrixel7980 10 місяців тому +6

    The best channel out there . A hard working couple ful filling their dreams . Beautiful People.

  • @stratchoker8765
    @stratchoker8765 10 місяців тому +7

    Julia is such a fine vessel! I would love to hear something of her origins. Can’t wait for the next episode. When you do the work of voyaging the rewards are great. Thanks.

  • @johnshaw8327
    @johnshaw8327 10 місяців тому +3

    This has to be the best sailing/cruising UA-cam channel. I think by not posting heaps of videos you keep us wanting more. And of course there's the boat too. Years ago there was a UK couple cruising the world with an engineless Falmouth Quay Punt built in the late 1800's called Curlew. They always referred to the 3 of them, the third being 'Curlew'. They spent their last few cruising years in Antarctic waters. Tim and Pauline Carr. I think you 2 are the next Tim and Pauline...... when your engine dies!! Beware of having kids. We had only 1 and he never went to school, he hated boat life but now in his 30's he appreciates his sailing years and he turned out to be a very worldly young man. Thanks again. I turn 80 this year and still sail solo offshore.

    • @MadisonBoatworks
      @MadisonBoatworks  10 місяців тому +1

      Curlew and crew have definitely been a big influence on us!

  • @Rudolf.Aigner
    @Rudolf.Aigner 10 місяців тому +5

    I'm always waiting patiently for the next episode, and it's always a pleasure to watch. Thanks for taking me to all the wonderful places. Wish you a safe and pleasant journey. ❤

  • @PeterRawlingson
    @PeterRawlingson 10 місяців тому +4

    Always love watching your quality sailing episodes

  • @Wanderglobe
    @Wanderglobe 10 місяців тому +5

    Thanks again for the efforts made to share your adventure. Great cinematography and narration as always and a gorgeous boat.

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      Do you only "Heart" praise rather than interesting comments or is it just the "Algorithm"
      A Fan.

  • @JimJocrusin
    @JimJocrusin 10 місяців тому +3

    Hey guys. Your traditional wooden boat looks so amazing and at home in Fijian waters, You clearly spend some time up the spars recoating them, not many wooden spars still have varnish on them as long as you have been sailing. What an amazing story and so nice that you are doing this while you are still young. Keep having fun. J&J

  • @EFChapin
    @EFChapin 10 місяців тому +4

    I feel as if I am in a dream watching your amazing videos. Can’t wait for the next, and like everyone else, wish we were sailing with you!

  • @GuntherRauschenberger
    @GuntherRauschenberger 10 місяців тому +2

    So happy to watch a new video. I confess I watch the earlier ones over and over. So refreshing

  • @geoffreyhanan1837
    @geoffreyhanan1837 10 місяців тому +4

    I think its more enjoyable the way you post... no hurries no worries.
    I had an Atkin Eric and truly loved her. Now on a 50ft cat as we charter.
    Thank you for posting when and as you do...
    All the best and looking forward..😊😊

  • @ttaylor1808
    @ttaylor1808 10 місяців тому +3

    Fantastic! Can't wait for the next video. You both make an incredible adventure. Thanks for sharing.

  • @robertmvieiravieira-uc2kx
    @robertmvieiravieira-uc2kx 10 місяців тому +2

    Been awhile! So nice to see you two are doing well. So jealous

  • @mickramsay5002
    @mickramsay5002 9 місяців тому +1

    Once again, thank you so much. It‘s great to be on the trip with you. Wondering, what‘s coming next. Happy journey!

  • @JagLite
    @JagLite 10 місяців тому +3

    Magnificent!
    I love to see cruising as I lived it. A classic boat with beautiful lines and a rowing dinghy.
    Thanks for the memories.

  • @eusouojotabr
    @eusouojotabr 10 місяців тому +3

    Hello,
    I'm from Bahia-Brazil, and I've been following your vlog since they you were sailing off the coast of the United States, each episode has been very enjoyable.
    Here in Bahia we also plant cocoa and produce artisanal chocolate on our farm.
    If one day the good winds of this trip take the S/V Julia close to the coast of Abrolhos and Caravelas in Bahia, it will be an honor to show the place.
    Many blessings!

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому +1

      The Abrolhos are also off the west coast of Western Australia, the state being part of the nation of Australia. (i.e. unlike the US which has no nation).
      Believe it is Portuguese for "watch out"
      We also had great respect for the Dutch who discovered the country long before our English ancestors.

    • @eusouojotabr
      @eusouojotabr 10 місяців тому +1

      @@humblestever24 Exactly my friend,
      Abrolhos means in Portuguese, "open your eyes", because the archipelago was hidden by waves and fog during the navigation to discover the coast of Brazil.
      However, currently, boaters passing through the area, thanks to new navigation technologies, only need to open their eyes to the beauty of the region.
      The SV DELOS channel has an episode showing Abrolhos in Brazil!

    • @eusouojotabr
      @eusouojotabr 10 місяців тому

      @@humblestever24
      It doesn't get any better than this... SV Delos Ep.186
      (...)
      ua-cam.com/video/8W4FP8ZD06I/v-deo.htmlsi=clayeKcsQDaNaql_

    • @eusouojotabr
      @eusouojotabr 10 місяців тому

      @@humblestever24 Another vlog about Abrolhos (this time in Portuguese + Subtitles) about Abrolhos, made by a Brazilian sailing channel, excellent content.
      (...)
      ua-cam.com/video/CyIhC0iitZM/v-deo.htmlsi=F7GTpGdjF4_0KeS-

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      @@eusouojotabr are you a patriot or a tourism minister ?

  • @C_C_SEA
    @C_C_SEA 10 місяців тому +4

    Another gem ...gorgeous and finely crafted ❤⚓🖖

  • @markroth9827
    @markroth9827 10 місяців тому +3

    Wow. The colors are beautiful. Thank you for sharing your trip.

  • @jamessandman3708
    @jamessandman3708 10 місяців тому +1

    Your videos of your travels are amazing! All the sailing books I read as a child and even now as an adult come to life in your videos. Thank You for sharing and Whitney's smile is infectious.

  • @juan6168
    @juan6168 10 місяців тому +1

    Congratulation for yours REAL navigation chanel. Greeting from Spain.

  • @eleutheros
    @eleutheros 10 місяців тому +1

    We always look forward to seeing your videos. Glad to see other wooden boats out there.😊

  • @donland-zu9ul
    @donland-zu9ul 10 місяців тому +1

    You’ve done it again. Great video. I’m in awe of your abilities and the incredible beauty of the islands. Thanks!

  • @ricorichmond8214
    @ricorichmond8214 10 місяців тому +1

    Always you both show such class in the true meaning sailing and exploring the oceans thank you for keeping true!

  • @amo757
    @amo757 10 місяців тому +1

    Best sailing channel by far (I appreciate the family friendly content).

  • @Dusty10
    @Dusty10 10 місяців тому +2

    Can’t wait for the next one 😎

  • @KenBerger-ey2pg
    @KenBerger-ey2pg 10 місяців тому +2

    Another wonderful video! Thank you, we’ve missed you

  • @robertlaird6746
    @robertlaird6746 10 місяців тому +3

    Woo hoo, another video. I first found your channel when you were in San Francisco and ended up binge watching all of them. Love the way you put your videos together. I'm in Snohomish County, WA and plan on building a Cyber 48 to sail around the world. I think that my favorite spot will end up being where your at now in the South Pacific but who knows, I haven't seen it before with my own eye's yet. You should get some spear fishing equipment. It's amazing how you made all of your brass fittings yourself.

  • @skipcurtin8546
    @skipcurtin8546 10 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for taking us along! Great video! 💙

  • @enseglare
    @enseglare 9 місяців тому

    Many sailing channels have tanked the more money they make on UA-cam. SO thank you for your continued authenticity!

  • @lanerothsailing2293
    @lanerothsailing2293 6 місяців тому

    WOW beautiful place, thanks for taking us with you!

  • @californiakayaker
    @californiakayaker 12 днів тому

    I loved that visit to the dive shop restaurant , so colorful, you guys looked great.

  • @glenhatchell5635
    @glenhatchell5635 10 місяців тому +1

    Yay! Loved this video and all of the previous Fiji videos. And Julia!

  • @stratchoker8765
    @stratchoker8765 10 місяців тому +1

    Ahoy! We have been eagerly awaiting your next salty travelogue. Saving it for a bit later in the day cuz its cold and snowy her in PNW, and I have to get in some extra firewood. Thank you.

  • @mattdouglas5570
    @mattdouglas5570 10 місяців тому +1

    Always enjoyable thanks for posting

  • @fransdriesen1311
    @fransdriesen1311 10 місяців тому +1

    As always, nice footage with fitting narration..Beautiful sailing ....

  • @Khanate1923
    @Khanate1923 10 місяців тому +2

    Love your chanel ❤

  • @honey8784
    @honey8784 8 місяців тому

    My first time to see these guys. Very well done.⛵️. Most videos have not so good music, whoever chose the soundtrack hit a home run. Great,

  • @buck_bacon
    @buck_bacon 10 місяців тому +1

    Another splendid video from a fantastic voyage!

  • @molassescricket6663
    @molassescricket6663 10 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for another cinematic tropical adventure! I watch several other sailing channels on UA-cam and your channel is arguably the best. You’re so underrated. May I ask why no patron page or ways to give? Wouldn’t that help out and enable you guys to get out more videos? I could watch your videos on a nightly basis. You guys really showcase the land and the people, not adding in any drama or hype, that I really appreciate and think is one of the things that sets your channel apart from the others out there. Keep living the dream!

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      Patron page ? Ways to give? More videos? Are you kidding?
      These guys are free. Try and remember America.

    • @molassescricket6663
      @molassescricket6663 10 місяців тому

      @@humblestever24 unless you pay for ad free UA-cam it’s still free. The money is like a donation to the content provider. It’s not that you are mandated to pay UA-cam to watch their videos.

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому

      @@molassescricket6663 Very true. Except Americans once longed to be free of money and donations. And I would question how free Y'tube is. How about you? No answer required.

    • @molassescricket6663
      @molassescricket6663 10 місяців тому

      @@humblestever24 well we do have to pay for the internet connection. We have to buy the device. But at least we’re not paying for the content. Otherwise I agree, not much in life is free these days. My point is though that these guys make great videos, and if donations would help them to get more out, we would all get more enjoyment. And I for one am all for that!

    • @humblestever24
      @humblestever24 10 місяців тому +1

      @@molassescricket6663 You are right . Its just when I see Americans and money something goes bananas.

  • @johnnya9001
    @johnnya9001 10 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful production and boat. Great adventure. Cheers.

  • @user-retsailor
    @user-retsailor 8 місяців тому

    As I catch up with your videos, I'm always amazed at the quality. Thank you for your supreme effort in making these and for sharing. Stay safe and happy sailing to you.....

  • @davidzaharik5408
    @davidzaharik5408 10 місяців тому +1

    Another fabulous video, thank you. Love the tone of your videos.

  • @AfricanFlightStar
    @AfricanFlightStar 9 місяців тому

    So beautiful. As I think I've mentioned before, when I come from watching other sailing channel videos and watch one of yours, it's as if I've stepped out of the frantic activity of a house party, and into the quiet beauty of nature in all it's glory. You three, and now you two, do that for us. We appreciate it a lot, so thanks for sharing your journey in your own special way. 🙏🏼

  • @michaelwilliams5132
    @michaelwilliams5132 10 місяців тому

    Best sailing channel!!!
    So organic and relaxing
    Humble & natural individuals.
    Thanks heaps and keep it up.

  • @A808K
    @A808K 10 місяців тому

    Yowzaa I must be old. I traveled from Suva on the local ferry to Taveuni via Savusavu in 1986! That boat was awful but my visit with the Fijians is full of wonderful memories, arriving in Nandi airport to yet another coup with the scariest looking but nicest military guys with AK47's you'll ever see, of drinking kava in a circle well into the night with the island of Baga just offshore, even dancing in a Disco (yep!) in Suva with a Fijian woman maybe a foot taller than myself. Priceless. I enjoy your adventures immensely. Thank you for taking us along and sharing the memories you too are now making. 🙏 Namaste

  • @fisher-y6c
    @fisher-y6c 8 місяців тому

    the most wholesome ppl

  • @РосенСаръмов
    @РосенСаръмов 6 місяців тому

    You have made my day perfect! Greetings from Bulgaria!

  • @annafraley5388
    @annafraley5388 10 місяців тому

    EXCELLENT Video as Always, in ALL areas.✅
    Probably our favorite one of all the sailing channels we watch. We imagine you would have 200-400,000 subscribers if you posted more often…!!!

  • @billlippincott3937
    @billlippincott3937 9 місяців тому

    Just found your channel. Very excited to find another Atkins wooden boat. I have helped, as a volunteer, build Arabella in MA with Steve and crew (Acorn to Arabella) Look forward to your future adventures on a very cool boat! Cheers, Bill from Boston.

  • @RimasMeleshyus
    @RimasMeleshyus 5 місяців тому

    It's a beautiful video .I really appreciate it. I'm a sailor ,my plan to sail from Patagonia, Chile to Tahiti islands .

  • @kkots
    @kkots 10 місяців тому

    Made my day to see your latest posting of your continuing adventures! Brilliant work framing your journey. I was hoping that the next installment was coming soon and here it is!

  • @thill6771
    @thill6771 10 місяців тому

    Your videos and narration are superb. Thank you. About 1980 my wife and I sailed to NE Fiji via all the places you shared in this video. We were on the way north via Kiribati and Tuvalu, as you might be. If you go that way, Nukufetau and Nanumea are beautiful, very friendly, and rarely visited. Be careful in the pass at Nanumea!

  • @caractacus22
    @caractacus22 6 місяців тому

    Just wonderful

  • @alanabroad3471
    @alanabroad3471 9 місяців тому

    Your editing skills are amazing.

  • @patrickjames1080
    @patrickjames1080 9 місяців тому

    Brilllllliant as always- Thanks for sharing ⛵️ 👍

  • @charlestull4884
    @charlestull4884 9 місяців тому

    I really enjoy watching your episodes and look forward to the next one. Continued safe travels and will wait patiently for your next chapter of you travels.

  • @jerryschwimmer8559
    @jerryschwimmer8559 10 місяців тому

    Very nice Ketch,...lots of options. Great sailing.

  • @georgewhitehouse8630
    @georgewhitehouse8630 9 місяців тому

    X❤of all the things I have reliably enjoyed about your work is the Under water times

  • @DennisMacdonald-r7d
    @DennisMacdonald-r7d 9 місяців тому

    Tyvm nice to see another video

  • @gabrielbernard9905
    @gabrielbernard9905 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your voyage.

  • @shawnbartley9223
    @shawnbartley9223 4 дні тому

    So jealous, that's a beautiful boat, the destinations are magic but the time spent sailing to them must for the most part put a big silly grin on your faces?

  • @ezibierx9179
    @ezibierx9179 8 місяців тому

    Thanks again for sharing

  • @omarkn4371
    @omarkn4371 6 місяців тому

    Beautiful!

  • @petemcsorley
    @petemcsorley 10 місяців тому

    I MISSED YOU GUYS!
    You make me happy sharing your adventure ❤️

  • @davethemmp
    @davethemmp 8 місяців тому

    TV quality editing of phenomenal views ❤

  • @RAŞİTHAKANCAVCAV
    @RAŞİTHAKANCAVCAV 9 місяців тому

    Simply the best sailing channel according to my opinion

  • @hansslob6749
    @hansslob6749 10 місяців тому

    What a fantastic footage. It is so nice to follow you both and see these places! Thx

  • @richardryan5393
    @richardryan5393 9 місяців тому

    A joy to watch.Great photography.

  • @brettwarburton1428
    @brettwarburton1428 8 місяців тому

    Beautifully produced.

  • @outdoortherapy6596
    @outdoortherapy6596 10 місяців тому

    New viewer and now new subscriber, thanks for the great content. I still wish I did this stuff before I got old.

  • @rogerjohnson2031
    @rogerjohnson2031 10 місяців тому

    So good to see you guys. I really look forward to your updates.

  • @robbecker1855
    @robbecker1855 10 місяців тому

    Been waiting for the latest update! Really miss Savu Savu (boat work not so much 😢) Great videos thanks so much!

  • @OurLadyDefiant
    @OurLadyDefiant 9 місяців тому

    Another awesome video, and some truly beautiful places! Thanks for sharing! 🤙

  • @alexpeattie2042
    @alexpeattie2042 9 місяців тому

    An absolutely amazing adventure! Wonderfully told! Love your channel

  • @zigman7140
    @zigman7140 9 місяців тому

    Welcome to Fiji. Glad you enjoyed your visit.

  • @RameyFamily
    @RameyFamily 10 місяців тому

    I think I just realized a lot of my videography style on my channel is a bit inspired by this one.
    Imitation is flattery. Love you guys.

  • @scottshure3389
    @scottshure3389 10 місяців тому

    Beautiful islands, always look forward to seeing your videos. Peace be with you

  • @stevenplancich6449
    @stevenplancich6449 10 місяців тому

    Glad to see yer “Back”😜 Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy 😎

  • @eborresen
    @eborresen 10 місяців тому

    Amaizing. Your videos are always worth the wait.

  • @klausfroehlich741
    @klausfroehlich741 10 місяців тому

    so nice to be on a classic wooden sv

  • @johnmartlew5897
    @johnmartlew5897 9 місяців тому

    🙏 for the brief ride. ✌️❤️

  • @MrMichaelcurran
    @MrMichaelcurran 10 місяців тому

    Nice to see you again. FIji and the Islam's about look so inviting. Wish the best to both of you.

  • @benthrelkeld4929
    @benthrelkeld4929 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for posting. Love the videos!

  • @sail027li
    @sail027li 10 місяців тому

    Wonderful quality. Thank you for sharing!

  • @lizflorom6021
    @lizflorom6021 10 місяців тому

    Well done and very beautiful!

  • @rudyo8409
    @rudyo8409 10 місяців тому

    I love the boat"
    Classic is awesome.

  • @StemtoSternSailing
    @StemtoSternSailing 10 місяців тому

    Thats cruiseing as it should be. 👍

  • @AbdulKarim-sm7pm
    @AbdulKarim-sm7pm 9 місяців тому

    Your YT channel's video is very beautiful.
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @evinwhiteson4902
    @evinwhiteson4902 10 місяців тому

    Another great classic

  • @rollinrock6696
    @rollinrock6696 9 місяців тому

    Stunning