Welcome to the thrilling and unforgettable recount of our recent escapade, as we ventured into the waters with the dynamic duo, Maddox...

Good afternoon, fellow yogis and aspiring pretzel-humans! If you're reading this, congratulations on surviving the halfway mark of our...

Navigating the winds of change. There are times in life when the weather takes a turn for the worse and the waters get choppy. It’s how...

Summertime always seems to pass by in a blink of an eye. The long, lazy days filled with warmth and sunshine are ephemeral, leaving...

While some may dream of sailing the vast ocean during the summer months, there are those, like myself, who have found an unexpected joy...

Embracing Serenity: Witnessing the Mesmerizing Sunrise over the Sea. It is worth ditching the warm cozy bed for, trust me! Introduction:...

As I plan to travel the length of the country yet again I reflect on my beautifully and deliberately caotic yet balanced life. Mixing...

Living on a yacht can be an incredibly unique and rewarding experience, but it certainly isn't without its challenges. One of those...

Self-love is important because it helps you build a positive and healthy relationship with yourself. It helps you understand and accept...

This Christmas was spent in a fabulous hotel in Wetheral, situated close to our families in Cumbria. A perfect retreat to spoil...

Staying in touch with friends is important because friendships provide a sense of belonging, support, and connection. Therefore sending...

Wow, it is an awfully longtime since I wrote a post on my Fearless Feat Sailing Blog, 7 whole months in fact. There could be a variety of...

I have been absent for a little while on my blog but for no other reason than I have said yes to everything and therefore been super...

As human beings we are constantly experiencing change, as the old adage springs to mind, “nothing is forever”, and that once easy stretch...

Purpose, contribution and belonging are so important to me and I regularly reflect on the lifestyle choices I am making to ensure I do...

Today I am looking ahead to another year aboard our little Yacht Sandpiper, another year of freedom with more than a dash of wild rich...

Before the clock ticks into 2022 I thought I would capture my favourite views from the summer. It may be a visual over load but here we...

November has been a month of reflection, reconnecting and new experiences. As I sit today in a howling gale I reflect on our Life...

Ralph Waldo Emerson: On Love, Beauty and the Purpose of Life BY EXCELLENCE REPORTER ON FEBRUARY 18, 2019 “Live in the sunshine, swim the...

Well we are one month into our island life adventure and what a month it has been. A mixture of work, socialising and time spent just...

We have lived on the Isle of Kerrera for a couple of week now and it is truly a very special place. Kerrera has been described by the...

This year has taught me a alot about myself, which has made me a happier and more resilient human being. Changing the rhythm of my life...

Every now and then we meet our lovely friends from Whitehaven and Ardrossan. To be honest, I really miss our family and friends so when...

For those who love to learn about our journey and marvel at the views this "Picture This" blog is for you. In August 21 we spent 16 days...

Never under estimate the power of mother nature! When you sail on the water you are her guest. She will let you glide and then toss you...

A year ago I decided to get on a boat and travel the world in search of a different more fullfilling life. I never had a gap year when i...

So many of you love the photos so the 'Picture This' category of our FFS blog is dedicated to just that. The entrance to Loch Harport,...

This is not about the whisky but the decisions you make whilst bobbing outside the Talisker distillery Every moment spent at anchor is a...

So many of you love the photos so the 'Picture This' category of our FFS blog is dedicated to just that. Pictures alone can tell a story...

A girl talking about gadgets, well why not? When I think about it we have a lot of stuff that makes sailing safer and more efficient....

Skipper Gary, also the Engineer and Problem Solver onboard Sandpiper. Gary is a Contracts Manager with extensive experience in both...

The blue sea of Vatersay with its shell sand beaches even looks magnificent at 11pm at night. How blue? Sandpiper with her anchor light...

Well whilst the flagstones have been cracking in most of the UK, the Outer Hebrides has been damp and covered in mist. No point in...

Living our unscripted life is a sweet balancing act of living in the moment and planning what next. Photo by MC The Small Isles of Muck,...

Our entrance to this harbour was also dramatic but for very different reasons than Tinkers Hole. The ferry was on fire and seen as it had...

Entering Tinkers Hole is dramatic, the entrance does not open up until you nearly upon it. Which is a little unnerving as you are...

Sailors are spoilt for choice when sailing Scotland, what with all its beauty and remote anchorages the options are endless. No matter...

I am starting to enjoy the moody weather of Scotland. They say you don't come here for the weather but for the stunning scenery. And so...

Gigha Beach Photo by author The Isle of Gigha, a place of beauty and tranquility. This is our second visit to this anchorage and it is...

Approaching Davaar Island - photo by author Thanks to Paul Mc Cartney, the song spins around in your head just with the mere whisper of...

Davaar Island Lighthouse - Photo by author There are so many things one can feel in this life. The roller coaster of emotion whips us...

Boat maintenance in action - Photo by author We are nearing a life of freedom once more and so the time has come to start to prepare...

View Clyde Marina - photo by author Whilst here in Clyde Marina I have taken many a walk along the beautiful beaches of Saltcoats and...

The world of Tanya and Gary has slowed down somewhat! A few months ago we were doing what we set out to do and now we are once more tied...

Kames - Photo by author Well the title says it all but let me start with some nicer times in Kames. Kames is a delightful anchorage and...

Sandpiper in Portavadie - Photo by author We left Ardrishaig on 28th of September and headed for a little TLC at the very posh marina of...

Crinan Canal Basin - Picture by Author We left Oban on the 23rd of September and headed for the Crinan Canal. Sadly the winds were super...

Puilladobhrain Anchorage - Picture by author A symbol of hope, security and stability. The anchor was born with the original purpose of...

Solar Panel and Arch before the platform and step were fitted - Picture by author We are amazed at how effective and efficient our solar...

Craighouse Bay Picture by Author We left Gigha on Monday 15th September for Craighouse on Jura, the most amazing place for spotting...