Sailing in the Cyklades, Greece! Part 1.

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  • @howardnoble7289
    @howardnoble7289 Рік тому +460

    Loved the comment from Silje “do you know what you’re doing?” 😂 has she not watched your videos ? Priceless

  • @stephenmcqually2983
    @stephenmcqually2983 Рік тому +90

    Battling the North Sea is one thing, learning how to navigate a relationship is the harder. It would have been easy to edit out the bits where Silje was worried. Im glad you didnt.

  • @m2pozad
    @m2pozad Рік тому +118

    That was a fun change of pace, Erik. Thank you.
    Silje is not yet First Mate material, but time will tell. Good luck to you both with that.

    • @erikaanderaa
      @erikaanderaa  Рік тому +31

      She will get there🙏☺️

    • @johnhopkins6731
      @johnhopkins6731 Рік тому +4

      It's good to have an assertive First Mate. She has potential!

    • @g.d.4391
      @g.d.4391 Рік тому

      @@erikaanderaa Let‘s hope so. Young love can tolerate and compensate a lot. 🙂

  • @Jack-russell103
    @Jack-russell103 Рік тому +62

    Glad to see him warm for a change and not freezing cold

  • @johnnewman8412
    @johnnewman8412 Рік тому +20

    Laughed my ass off, that was great! But seriously, gotta give big props to Silje for her willingness to try something new - heeling over, windows being underwater and all the creaks and groans is a lot for any new sailor to get used to and I thought she did great. Happy you're giving yourself a vacation Erik, everyone needs one from time to time, even Vikings!

  • @iainmacdonald1170
    @iainmacdonald1170 Рік тому +79

    Silje brings a whole new dimension to these videos; it's educational to see sailing viewed through the eyes of someone new to it. She's also very charming; it would be interesting to hear her comments on some of your wilder solo sails in future episodes...... Hope we see much more of her.

    • @siljelervik9886
      @siljelervik9886 Рік тому +20

      Thank you! Yes, that would be a great idea😅

  • @HButKa
    @HButKa Рік тому +44

    As Norwegan your allowed to call 24 Degree Celsius, extreme Heat 😂
    Nice Sailing, thanks Erik. Finally your Healthy and Back

    • @dannyinaus
      @dannyinaus Рік тому +9

      And as an Aussie we put a jacket on when it hits 20C or below. In the northern parts, 24 is the over night low!

    • @sailbatical
      @sailbatical Рік тому

      😂

    • @scottastell9415
      @scottastell9415 Рік тому +1

      Not in the cool ACT or sailing on Lake Burley G in Spring. @@dannyinaus

    • @dannyinaus
      @dannyinaus Рік тому

      @@scottastell9415 yes, I am in North Qld

  • @TheStrikkegenser
    @TheStrikkegenser Рік тому +67

    What a change! And what a scenery! Great production. Sure hope Silje gets used to it and wants to join more !

    • @MrChristaylor89
      @MrChristaylor89 Рік тому

      good for you dude, you've got a huge fanbase and i hope you have more opportunities to show us different parts of the world!

  • @mattchew5965
    @mattchew5965 Рік тому +5

    My wife and I are really enjoying the dynamic you two have. We're both very different and very strong willed, so it's refreshing for us to watch the intensity and patience you both bring teaching each other new ways of being. Best of luck to both of you and thank you for sharing your adventures. Cheers!

  • @AdventuresofanoldSeadog
    @AdventuresofanoldSeadog Рік тому

    Good to see you getting a tan !!

  • @LRD90
    @LRD90 Рік тому +2

    Another beautiful video, it was funny when Silje could see the water through the window, enjoy.Cheers

  • @69treta
    @69treta Рік тому +2

    Fun video. Thanks Erik and Silje

  • @DougVarble
    @DougVarble Рік тому +5

    15:40 Oh my God, Eric you are the Man, best first sail reactions by a girlfriend ever caught on video..... Good luck in the relationship🎉

  • @adventurebound2923
    @adventurebound2923 Рік тому +6

    Haha ahh "she's scared" is an understatement! This made me smile as I've had many adventures with my wife that tend to go the same way! Fun but a lot of reassurance!

  • @DJPTEXAS
    @DJPTEXAS Рік тому +4

    Erik that was adorable when your girl got upset questioning if what you were doing was ok ! By now she must be an expert herself ! God bless and safe sailing.....

  • @bdlii
    @bdlii Рік тому +4

    Nice change of pace Erik. Congratulations on your girlfriend. Very pretty and a nice on screen personality. Skilshare can’t bail her out of this one :) On the job learning is the only way.

  • @Karma-fp7ho
    @Karma-fp7ho Рік тому +3

    The Viking blends in. Haha

  • @johnryan2193
    @johnryan2193 Рік тому +6

    Thanks for all the hard work you put into these videos, they are a TONIC for those of us who are landlocked !!!

  • @jay_behr
    @jay_behr 9 місяців тому +1

    Oh man ... I'm just catching up now a on a load of your videos ... Silje is a comedy goddess, bless her :) "DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING?!" :)
    Glad you both had a lovely time fellah. You deserve it.

  •  8 місяців тому +2

    This is one of the best Sailing videos in English I've seen on Greece.
    Thank you. I'm glad you guys liked Greece.🐬🏛🐟🏛⚓🔱
    Love from Greece to Norwegan Cruise.

  • @Techie_ASMR
    @Techie_ASMR Рік тому +1

    25 Celsius is HOT??? i put my AC to 25C at home.. woow.. the world is an amazing place. great video as always..

  • @Keyswiz71
    @Keyswiz71 Рік тому +27

    As someone who has recently taken on the challenge of learning to sail, I know how Silje is feeling. It does take some time to get used to how the boat should feel, what is normal, and of course what isn't. Heeling over can definitely be worrying when you're not used to it, especially when the water is very close to the gunwales. We nearly had a capsize a couple of weeks ago after getting overpowered by a rogue gust of wind that caught us by surprise; it was a scary moment but I've now deposited the incident safely in my experience bank and will be back out on the water twice this week! I hope your health is improving and that you're recovering well Erik.

    • @bin_chicken80
      @bin_chicken80 Рік тому +1

      "As someone who has recently taken on the challenge of learning to sail, I know how Silje is feeling" Spot on. I learnt to sail when I was very young (about 8 or 9 years old). Even now, after 30 or so years, and spending a lot of time in the ocean, I'm still afraid of it. On the other hand, I'm so glad I did it (and I still do) because it gives you an appreciation of adventure and how powerful the ocean and climate is. It's right up there at the top of life experiences.

    • @GUNNER67akaKelt
      @GUNNER67akaKelt Рік тому +1

      Haha, I took a good buddy of mine dingy sailing. It's was pretty gusty, I caught a good gust of wind and the boat heeled over about 40 degrees (give or take. People watching from shore said it looked like we were capsizing). The rail was underwater for a second and his eyes about popped out of his head and looked like he was about to bail out over the opposite rail. As we shot forward I was assuring him, "I got it, man, I got it!"

  • @peterbelanger2998
    @peterbelanger2998 Рік тому +1

    Officially my favorite lifestyle adventure Channel. Love the new addition too.
    Peace.

  • @jonathankennedy5906
    @jonathankennedy5906 Рік тому +7

    Great video Erik, thanks for sharing your holiday!

  • @ainsley7662
    @ainsley7662 Рік тому +5

    She is so brave, to go out into the deep blue, far from land but in good hands, so funny, had a good chuckle and Eric's video editing to ensure dignity is kept at all times was a nice touch

  • @TomJoyce
    @TomJoyce Рік тому +1

    Laughed out loud. So funny. Great job!

  • @itsfour20
    @itsfour20 Рік тому +1

    Excited for the next chapter !

  • @muravi8167
    @muravi8167 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back Erik ! pleasant change of scenery, conditions and delighted to see sedate sailing, but she does not agree !.....hahahaaaaa.....nice to meet Silje !...smiled through out the vlog. Am sure she is going to keep you on your toes or is it the other way around for the rest of vacation...looking forward to the next vlog and good luck..........FAIR WINDS !

  • @rosscuthbertson2679
    @rosscuthbertson2679 Рік тому +1

    Great video. Silje you are just gorgeous and spirited. To be so concerned and yet to be there doing it anyway. Great fun.

  • @loicrobineau5753
    @loicrobineau5753 Рік тому +5

    this is soooo refreshing to see you having fun in this environment, and with someone to share it with you! hope you enjoyed!!

  • @valeriesorrells
    @valeriesorrells Рік тому +1

    lol... my first time healing over was in a 22ft Catalina, rails in the water, my boyfriend laughing, I was not. That was 30 years ago, and now we both enjoy watching your videos and can't wait to get our boat so I drive her with the rails in the water.

  • @3tsedwards
    @3tsedwards Рік тому +18

    Loved Siljes reaction to the starboard heal. I see water in the windows, this is not right! She is a keeper!

  • @paullenton8351
    @paullenton8351 Рік тому +3

    Hey Erik!!! I enjoy every one of your videos!!! But... come on, be soft on Silje!!! She's new to boats and sailing!!! I'd very much like to see her with you on all your trips, so it doesn't get so lonely out there!!! Well done, keep at it!!!

  • @arthurad2007
    @arthurad2007 Рік тому +30

    I couldn’t stop laughing. Just the perfect match, Silje and Erik. You complement each other so well. Cheers from Canada!

  • @olivierorban787
    @olivierorban787 Рік тому +1

    Sun and warm weather, nice

  • @esr243
    @esr243 Рік тому +2

    Nice that you have a break and change of scenery. I enjoyed it much.

  • @guerro327
    @guerro327 Рік тому +5

    Now, the most beautiful video you have ever made. Beautiful islands, beautiful lady, and the joy I see in you now is priceless.

  • @peter_reinhardt
    @peter_reinhardt Рік тому +5

    That was very good Erik. Different and funny, just like a good holiday ;-)

  • @danroberts2055
    @danroberts2055 Рік тому +5

    LOL, I grew up sailing with my Mom and Dad and Sister on smaller McGregor 25's etc. and every time the boat would heal over or we would take a little blue water in my Mom would grab the railing like it was welded to her arms. This brought back those memories seeing your GF sail for the first time..... My mom never did get over the fear of the heal but overall she loves sailing. We plan to purchase a 40 to 50ft, My wife and I, who has not sailed except a few times in our 19ft West Wight potter on lake James NC. USA. I enjoyed the video maybe we will do the same to break her in before we spend a ton on a boat.

  • @AntonyHodges-i4x
    @AntonyHodges-i4x 10 місяців тому

    Great couple of videos Erik what a good fun watch. Sailing the Greek islands have always been on my bucket list but will have to wait and see if Helen likes sailing.. My wife (Helen) and i have just put our first ever yacht into the water at Arzal France she's a little Beneteau evasion 25 and when the weather gets a little nicer we intend to put the sails up for the first time and sail... :) which will be interesting as Helen has never sailed before and i have only been sailing as crew always having a skipper to tell me what to do ! Since we moved to France we have sold our motor cruiser that we owned on the Medway in Kent. We are both really looking forward to turning the engine off and making our girlie go forward under sail, I've explained to Helen what an amazing feeling that is !! Helen has never experienced this yet and i look forward to seeing her face when the boat heals over ! Luckily Arzal is a pretty wide dammed river so we shouldn't get in to much trouble and hopefully keep things under control on our maiden voyage :) Anyway your an amazing guy and a great inspiration i just love your videos. Keep having fun and stay safe... Best wishes Tony and Helen

  • @sinimini
    @sinimini Рік тому +1

    Wonderful vlog. Really enjoyed this.

  • @manfredsvec6533
    @manfredsvec6533 Рік тому +3

    Eric, i love your videos but I have to say this is one of the funniest. Siljes comments are hilarios and you are a very nice couple. I am looking forward to part two and wish you both a lot more adventures like this. All the best, Manfred

  • @MrDazP1adv3ntures
    @MrDazP1adv3ntures Рік тому +6

    As always Erik, your story telling telling is fantastic and you have found yourself a partner there that compliments your sense of humour and sense of adventure.

  • @evaseed2861
    @evaseed2861 10 місяців тому +1

    I am so glad you have such a cute girlfriend. Hopefully she will start loving sailing with you. Avoid the North sea though. You have a great story telling voice. I grew up in Goteborg, Sweden and now since many years living in Rhode Island, USA. I love watching your videos.

  • @dkapnos
    @dkapnos Рік тому +5

    Happy to have you both here in Greece. Enjoy your trip!!

  • @hurdurdur7rl696
    @hurdurdur7rl696 Рік тому +1

    Seeing Erik in that super duper tiny dinghy totally out of his element ... priceless

  • @bloodyeyeful
    @bloodyeyeful Рік тому +1

    ! What a gal!! Stick with her! She is fearless and right for you Eric. Blessings.

  • @inneshutton3716
    @inneshutton3716 Рік тому +4

    Excellent Erik, enjoyed it very much you two make a great couple, lovely sailing in the Med.

  • @eugenioled6839
    @eugenioled6839 Рік тому +5

    Its great seeing you sailing another part of the world, amazing vlog!

  • @dandeluca7186
    @dandeluca7186 Рік тому +2

    What a lovely sweet lady.. Love her with all your heart, because she"s worth it. If sometimes she dont want to sail on Tessie ...well it"s ok. Enjoy the Cyklades.

  • @donkraus1991
    @donkraus1991 Рік тому +3

    I think we all understand a different adventure sometimes. Your mate is in good hands! Thanks for your videos!

  • @arthureven5947
    @arthureven5947 Рік тому +2

    Sending you love OG!! fair winds to you and yours !!

  • @andykotov-dev
    @andykotov-dev Рік тому +2

    Cool video, thanks. I'm sad that you're sick but you're living a good life.

  • @seandenny1553
    @seandenny1553 Рік тому +1

    Love seeing the mixture of modern type sales and the old boat it just is a really nice visual and the efficiency of that downwind light sale it’s a necessity when you hear about people sailing in Mexico or down to Hawaii they need that light fabric

  • @jameschen9099
    @jameschen9099 Рік тому +2

    ahhhh !!! gonna be tough going back to eating cold canned food. Didn't take Tiger to Greece ??!! Glad to see you and GF having some quality time.

  • @davidnichols147
    @davidnichols147 Рік тому +1

    Priceless, Silje asking you if you know what your doing. So HAPPY for you both, sailing in Greece must be a real change, yet beautiful none the less. Best to both and we will see you both in the Odyssey Challenge.

  • @christinaqueeno3874
    @christinaqueeno3874 Місяць тому

    Lol. That looks like sooooo much fun. I hope your lovely girlfriend has become more accustomed to sailing so that she can enjoy trips to the beautiful places you go. Nothing can replace sharing this passion with someone you love.

  • @mattdoherty753
    @mattdoherty753 Рік тому +1

    Bloody good video, I got a real laugh. Thank you both. Hey Silje, I took my wife of 35yrs on motorcycle trips, you reminded of her reaction's so many times. We have six children now!!!! Keep sailing you'll love it, Erik seems to know what he's doing sort of!🤣🤣

  • @Yumatzuga
    @Yumatzuga Рік тому

    What a brilliant start for your journey by having Athens as the first point. Lycabettus Hill is breathtaking place on top of Athens. Thank you for sharing!

  • @AtonicMike
    @AtonicMike Рік тому +1

    That was a really welcome change, I enjoyed seeing this side of you and hope for a bit more of it!

  • @ameenshareef8718
    @ameenshareef8718 Рік тому +3

    Sailing is the best. Don't worry Siljes (is this correct?) Erik is a Master sailor.

  • @9Charcot
    @9Charcot Рік тому +3

    Erik, You're the man!!..and bravo to Silje, but not quite ready for the North Sea yet I think!

  • @guinneach
    @guinneach Рік тому +1

    Ha ha I love that’s it was 24 and you were sweltering! Fortunately you did not melt.

  • @bert2526
    @bert2526 Рік тому +4

    Mate, I'm 1 minute in the video and love it already. You earned a break.

  • @dolcepeter
    @dolcepeter Рік тому +1

    I hope you found lots you could eat :) be well
    Silje girl we've all been there lol you are brave

  • @bettycamacho7084
    @bettycamacho7084 Рік тому +1

    When Erik calls 24 C extreme heat. Here in Dubai, we have to put on a fleece jacket in 24 C. And you do forget how it must feel to a newbie when the boat heels over on it’s side. It takes a while before you realize it won’t flip over. Just wait Silje, you’re going to fall in love with sailing, it is very addictive.

  • @3100745
    @3100745 Рік тому +4

    Very nice and funny team work! Good sailing!

  • @jurgengrove2488
    @jurgengrove2488 Рік тому +2

    Only two words!---Good Job, good FIlm...
    Fair winds from Germany......
    Jürgen

  • @mcschneiveoutdoors3681
    @mcschneiveoutdoors3681 Рік тому

    Hello Silje! Welcome to the NBJS family.
    Great video, Erik!

  • @marinaarmstrong8877
    @marinaarmstrong8877 Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @christianbiker3186
    @christianbiker3186 Рік тому +2

    That had some good humour, thought she coped with the new experience well , as dod you ! open and entertaining..a good crew .

  • @philmatthews9697
    @philmatthews9697 11 місяців тому +1

    Love it when she says ‘is this normal???’
    « Yes »
    ‘Really?? f*** me!´ 😂😂😂
    She seemed happier later on so kudos to her for overcoming her nerves
    Great film - she had me giggling for ages
    Thanks Eric 👍

  • @javierechevarria1548
    @javierechevarria1548 Рік тому +3

    Hi Erik. Another great video. Thank you.
    Happy to see that you had a great trip. She is sooo nice. Silje is too kind with you.
    Silje has to watch your videos in the north sea. Then, she will understand that healing, the waves … are normal. There is no risk.

  • @jpsaarin
    @jpsaarin Рік тому +9

    silja certainly brings something new to these videos, and certainly I should not laugh but I have to say this was first time evern I really found your videos funny! good stuff and all the best to Silja, you rock girl! and you Erik certainly deserve some warm weather sailing! greetings from Finland!!!

    • @siljelervik9886
      @siljelervik9886 Рік тому +2

      Glad I could contribute with some humor😂❤️

    • @dancarter482
      @dancarter482 Рік тому +1

      @@siljelervik9886 _AND_ charm. You're a HONEY!

    • @siljelervik9886
      @siljelervik9886 Рік тому

      @@dancarter482 thank you🥹❤️❤️

  • @damoog5985
    @damoog5985 Рік тому +2

    That was a very funny moment..."Erik!!!". Perfect. Thank you.

  • @RoversAdventure
    @RoversAdventure Рік тому +4

    Awesome video my friend! Loved every minute of it and it illustrates why my wife doesn't sail with me! Not everybody loves adventure.

  • @johnwalker6711
    @johnwalker6711 Рік тому +2

    Well done Viking !! another great episode with excellent footage ,good to see you back sailing in the Greek Islands and with a sailing companion who seems a nice lady, fair winds to both of you.

  • @troycooper3513
    @troycooper3513 Рік тому

    That was awesome! Watching you two travel around was so much fun. I was laughing so hard I had to pause the video. Take care. Cheers

  • @muurtagh
    @muurtagh Рік тому +2

    Liked your video, but thought it wasn't entirely the best move to have 7h straight sailing with a new crew member without telling her about how sailing works. But I'm glad it worked out well, cause it's treading on dangerous grounds with a new girlfriend and introducing her to sailing. Many relationships broke apart after the first sailing cruise (mine fortunately didn't and we had 2m waves with 6 Beaufort winds)

  • @clayfarnet970
    @clayfarnet970 Рік тому

    A star is born!

  • @scottplace2009
    @scottplace2009 Рік тому +10

    Very entertaining as always. Silje brought out more of you, it was all great fun. Thanks to both of you.

  • @mynextketchfrontier6351
    @mynextketchfrontier6351 Рік тому +1

    Yo you guys are great !!! She’s adorable nd funny requiere a lot of energy tho, hope she can keep up the adventure love your shows Erick tc

  • @philgray3443
    @philgray3443 Рік тому +1

    This is the funniest sailing video I have ever seen! This can't be right, a funny Erik video! We get 27°C here too in Queensland, in winter.

  • @joshuapatrick682
    @joshuapatrick682 Рік тому +1

    15:40 I don't speak the language but I'm pretty sure that's the universal language of "Not happy with you"......

  • @darren5472
    @darren5472 Рік тому +7

    What a great Episode Eric! The most extream sailor on UA-cam taking a novice partner to sea. I can not wait for the next one. You are going to have the most popular sailing channel for sure! 😅

  • @dannettepeters1507
    @dannettepeters1507 Рік тому +17

    Ah what an awesome vaca!! Cudos to Silje, she did great her first time sailing! Hope she enjoyed it, too. I like that she is not afraid to ask "Erik, do you know what you are doing?"🤭 Cause we all know you can be a little crazy, lol! Very best wishes to you both!!

  • @yiannispratikakis
    @yiannispratikakis Рік тому +4

    Welcome to Greece Erik!

  • @ratusbagus
    @ratusbagus Рік тому +1

    Dinghy panic/meltdown was best. Lovely voice.
    Put it in a short.

  • @lamejohnson5333
    @lamejohnson5333 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for taking us on your holiday

  • @steveparkes1
    @steveparkes1 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful video Erik, I thoroughly enjoyed it!

  • @petephills4626
    @petephills4626 Рік тому +9

    The only thing better than new experiences is sharing those new experiences with someone special.
    Beautiful video, well done!

  • @michaelohalloran2800
    @michaelohalloran2800 Рік тому +1

    Great to see having a Nice holiday. Enjoy your summer Thanks Erick.

  • @nevetz845
    @nevetz845 Рік тому +1

    We may have rented the car at the same place, just 3 years apart! Loved Paros, unfortunately didn't visit it by sailboat

  • @jimjam8949
    @jimjam8949 10 місяців тому +1

    Maybe if you explain to her how a boat moves through the water. What the keel does and how you are using the wind, and what that will mean to the position the boat will get into. That'll help her I'm sure.

  • @exploranator
    @exploranator Рік тому +1

    LOL to hear her voice go into Full Squeak Mode as the boat heels over, which they are specifically designed to do, was somewhat comical.
    You can run that boat with the leeward gunwhale in the water!
    I know now to warn future acquaintances about certain things I take for granted!
    THIS JUST IN: Viking invades Greek island and actually BRINGS HIS OWN WOMAN!

  • @jgande3342
    @jgande3342 Рік тому +2

    Oh how I recognise Silje expressions.. my daughter had very similar as we sailed among the Ionian Islands! Bit of compromise by all wins the day.. hope the break did you good!

  • @robbown164
    @robbown164 Рік тому +1

    After watching the difficult sailing adventures by yourself in the cold north, this is an excellent change of pace, and I'm super happy for you with Silje, which is an odd thing with being just a viewer of your channel. This was a great video. Thanks!

  • @robertofratantoni1235
    @robertofratantoni1235 Рік тому

    Very funny to see Celia commenting on her concern when they were sailing on a starboard list. Awesome!!

  • @ktanoren
    @ktanoren Рік тому +2

    I think this was your best vlog so far. Looking forward to watching the rest of your visit to Greece

  • @justinjwolf
    @justinjwolf Рік тому

    She settled in quick. Hope all the best for you.