Have we FINISHED SAILING Around the World? | Sailing Florence Ep.137

[@ahoward3819]

I really don’t understand how you haven’t gotten more viewers during the last 5 years. I do so enjoy your travels and seeing foreign destinations that I would never otherwise see. I sincerely hope finishing your first circumnavigation does not mean the end of your channel. Not having you to watch would be very much like losing dear old friends I have come to love. Always wishing you fair winds and full sails, and happy times. Cheers.

[@thatflightsimguy]

Yes! Florence episode. So happy, its Friday I just opened a bottle of wine, kids are in bed... can my weekend get any better?! You guys have worked so hard over the past 6 years. Thank you for allowing us to come with you on this journey. I'm going to book the day off work to come down to the south coast to shake your hands in person once you get back to the UK! The BEST sailing channel on KZbin. Matt. Amy. You guys deserve every success in life. Keep going!

[@Andrewc87563]

Circumnavigated your dreams - the world was just a bonus.

[@bdphourde]

Did I ever mention how much I like your "tag-team" narrations! Your diction is so easy to understand, which is so indicative of the British. You have a great eye for converting the scenery into a scene for us! We follow you because we, too, want to see the world from the deck of a sailboat, and the views are leaving us in awe! And I agree that while the physical world can be beautiful to behold, it is usually the people we encounter along the way that will make or break it for us on the voyage.

[@banjonichols3063]

Thank you for taking all of us with you....really have enjoyed our journey.

[@moesailing6008]

There is literally no amount of money that could compare with what you have experienced over these 6 years. PRICELESS. ⛵

[@thomasdouglas1021]

Of all the episodes on all the sailing channels, this one was the most profound in putting the day to day cruising life, and the opportunity that exists for those brave enough to slip the lines, into perspective for me. Congratulations on an achievement of a lifetime!

[@DAVIDKEYTON]

This was one of those videos you rush home to watch on the big tv…

[@earlashton1342]

I cant believe I've followed you for six years. What will happen when it is over. There will definately been a void for if it should suddenly end. But congratulations that is big.

[@tomst9417]

Congratulations on completing your global circumnavigation! You have accumulated several lifetimes experiences on your 6+ year voyages, seeing so many parts of the world most of us will never see in person. Thanks to your phenomenal videography and narrative skills your viewers have been able to accompany you from our comfortable chairs, seeing all the fantastic places and people you have encountered. In a world gone mad this channel has been for me a touchstone for humanity, as the interactions you have had across so may different cultures have been overwhelming positive. Thanks for sharing your adventures and best wishes for continued success !

[@stevemellor7989]

I also lift my rum glass to the two of you for taking us along on your exciting adventures. I love the recap as it reminds me of your past episodes. You two always put a smile on my face. This has to be made into a movie!

[@ranger2316]

Congratulations! What an exciting adventure you two have had! Your videography is superb. Thank you so much for bringing us along. You're a couple of exceptional people.

[@boon197999]

Wow, I remember watching most of those episodes. Not all… but I hadn’t realized how long I’ve been watching y’all’s channel. Of all the sailing channels that I watched back then, you are the only one I still like. I have only a few now but I’m most excited about Florence. Not going to enjoy when y’all hang it up..

[@stuartsutherland7664]

I'm so jealous of you both! You're doing what many of us only dream of.

[@ToastandJam52]

Hard to believe that I have been watching your journey for six years!!!!

[@chrismalkin4070]

So, so good! I have followed you from the start. Your story and the way you tell and share it makes for compelling viewing. You are streets ahead of all other sailing channels. Thank you!

[@atir4u]

I really liked how you two were reminiscing your voyage and asking each other what your favourite, your least favourite, what scared you. Both of you are a beautiful couple. Thank you

[@keithh8661]

Thanks for taking me around the world, Congrats on your accomplishments!!!! I had injury,the hole time you're been on your boat,I've been in my room! So thanks for sharing,your adventures,just so amazing all you have done!!!!

[@iainhunneybell]

What an amazing set of memories. A quite wonderful episode as you go back over so much, and so much I can also remember by following your journey. I have to agree with Amy over lightening. Spectacular to watch, but there you are with a 60’ lightening conductor poked up into the sky and a strike could blow out you skin fittings in an instant, and even nearby activity could fry the electrics. I also have to COMPLETELY agree with Amy about the wonderfulness of ocean passages and all the dross of life falling away and life becoming focussed on real things like wind, waves, weather, fresh water, fuel if you’re running a genset or water-making (not one of your issues!), chaffe, when to make the next gybe etc. No more nonsense HR ‘critical’ review sessions or whatever. Yep, she completely describes my feelings

[@marcus14141]

Well done guys, you're such a great example to peace around the world xxxx

[@imscanon]

Congratulations on the circumnavigation!! What a huge achievement!

[@williambrennan8197]

What a wonderful episode. The cinematography is extrodinary, and you blend the music so well. Really enjoyed the reminiscing about your bests and worsts, your likes and dislikes - congradulations on crossing the prime meridian.

[@bubbleobill267]

Ha!. Mourilyan harbor is just around the corner for me. Nice work people.

[@woodman1133]

Your film making is great! Your attitudes are so positive. The information you impart to us is invaluable. Thank you so much for the journey!

[@jonathangriggs9123]

I recall the KZbin algorithm suggesting your site 6 years ago I promptly watched and then became a Patreon member for your channel. Other have written what is in my mind far more eloquently.

[@mattandtamsin]

What great memories you shared here…. Will now have to go back and re watch all your videos 🎉😂

[@DobDog151]

No matter how you define a circumnavigation, crossing all lines of longitude is an epic achievement! Well done! 👏 👏

[@exodusmovingllc]

Bravo!!! Love your question. and answer narration of your journey, fair winds

[@colinjacob1702]

I really like your videos, no whistles bells or drums, just as it is. What a joy you two are,keep up the great work please.

[@geoffpalmer6424]

I've enjoyed your journey so much I am going to binge watch it from the beginning.

[@nickbrown6457]

I've been following from the start, and I'm going to do the same!

[@casualobserver3702]

You have a great knack at telling the story, and very intense optics. Great enjoyable moments that you share. Thanks.

[@kirkrobbins9090]

Thank you for taking me along. You opened my eyes to you tube sailing and a life I've dreamed of. You've enriched my lives. Due to our relative ages (I'll be 71 on October 9th), I've regularly been overwhelmed by your courage, skills, love of life and dedication go each other, oh the sailing was great too! You took me through covid, showing a tenacity I envy. It's not to strong to say I've loved being a little part of your journey and lives. May GOD continue to bless you, always.

[@daveb6963]

Congratulations circumnavigaters. Fantastic episode.

[@clarencebirdashaw8117]

Congratulation. You are two very special people. Greetings from Nevada USA.

[@HarborsUnknown]

Congratulations guys! What an awesome milestone!! I rally enjoyed going down memory lane with you. 😊

[@walterbal7391]

We love your adventures. A perfect mixt of traveling and sailing, which you obviously enjoy. My wife and I also come from a racing background with limited cruising experience. We just bought our cruising boat, a little similar to yours and will be casting the line next year to follow your tracks / wakes. You have been an inspiration to us, thank you for showing us the way!

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Well done. Congratulations.

[@tomcraddock244]

It’s cool that you follow this channel Barry ! Their a great sailing couple!! Fair winds ⛵️

[@waynedahl6904]

I found your channel a few years ago, I think you were already in the Pacific. Total congratulations for your achievement. Partially for going around the world but but mostly for achieving your dream. I admire you both. Thanks you for bringing me along.

[@bcdoak2525]

You guys are beautiful people in every sense.

[@CY.NIC123]

My admiration is unlimited.

[@marek0101]

Just finished binge watching your videos (from leaving Indonesia). They are amazing, stunning views, extraordinary cinematography and great choice of music. Although I'm not into sailing even the episodes about maintaining and upgrading your boat were exciting to watch too. It shows how much effort and planning you put to make your journey happen. Better than watching reruns on cable TV or Netflix. After watching you exploring Seychelles I thought that was my favorite episode until I watch South Africa and Namibia blew my mind. I would have never thought that a country covered with sand has so much to offer and to explore. The views and pictures from Namibia were spectacular. All the best! Don't stop. Keep sailing, keep exploring and keep sharing. Cheers from Canada.

[@ksc743]

I'm from Cape Town, South Africa, and loved their videos about us, and Namibia too🇿🇦 I need to go back to their South Pacific sailing days which Amy said she enjoyed so much. I'm not a sailor either, yet love their videos. I've never heard of anyone sailing small boats to Canada but that's probably because it's not on a 'regular sailing route'? I imagine there are some amazing places on your west and east coasts for sailboats to visit. I've always wanted to visit Vancouver, but just generally, Canada has some of the most awesome nature in the world - that I've only seen on tv documentaries unfortunately. Matt & Amy chose exactly the right time to travel - 6 years ago the world was still - sort of - normal. I think they are so courageous for sticking with it, through the pandemic, and have now circumnavigated the globe. As you mentioned, their videos are so beautifully put together too. Anyway, all the best to you all the way over there in Canada!

[@shabbydoris]

Well done, you two inspirational adventurers from UK - good job! Please don't stop showing this old bullet how it is done ;-)

[@synappticuser3691]

Hi to you both and ofcourse Florence I started following during lockdown. Missed the fact that you had been at Port Solent and left from Portsmouth Harbour. You are so good and natural with the camera. The cometary is great, thank you for taking the time to share your ups and downs over the trip. Looking forward to your next update Moira.

[@rlarsen1953]

What a beautiful reflection on your 6 year passage. I really appreciate hearing your thoughts....and, as usual, the beautiful video coverage of your boat and surrounding sea, etc. Thank you.

[@richardayres2949]

Getting home and meeting friends and relatives again feels a much bigger achievement, but crossing the line is definitely worth an evening sundowner! Well done!

[@tvonzweck]

Congratulations! You two are the real deal~

[@malgraham351]

Ok I should add to this Both of you m make it real one of the best youtube sailing channels there is Sure it'd going to end but no its not Thank you Amy and Matt

[@jamesgraham6122]

I've sailed over a goodish part of this planet.. To my mind, your most accomplished success was finding the right lady to accompany you on your travels.. hang on to her.. she's a rare find..

[@nav1269]

Well done guy's, congratulations on the technical crossing, but I do agree with Amy on that. Great film and editing work on this one, beautiful. Thank you

[@tgchism]

A big congratulations and well done! Such an accomplishment! Thank you so much for bringing us all along and sharing your travels and adventures! Looking forward to seeing what's ahead as you make your way to the America's one again and eventually back to England! I've watched now since you were in the Pacific crossing and enjoyed watching every video. You two are truly a special couple that have made truly genuine videos of your travels for everyone to enjoy! Not commercial or reality show type videos but real people doing something that most could only dream of! For that I give a big thank you again for sharing!

[@SailingCatamaranElement]

Well Done Florence from the crew of Element!!!

[@xavierdelecroix9694]

Congrats ! Always a pleasure to follow your progression around this beatifull planet. Cheers

[@wombatone5577]

Congratulations on your circumnavigation. Thank’s for the time and effort you put in to make these videos. brilliant! Thank you both so much. Cheers!

[@billygrahamyachtsinc753]

Both of you should be extremely proud of your passage. I have a 50 ft schooner and I could not imagine making your journey in 37 ft LOA. The volume difference is approximately 5X, not 13 ft of LOA. Lynn and Larry Pardey, did it many times 1st in 24 ft, then 28 I believe, and engineless, on a gaffer, with only a GPS in those days.

[@patrickoconnor661]

I have loved your videos for a long time. And so many are great. But this one is my favourite. I’ll definitely be watching this one again. Congratulations.

[@tomrichardson651]

I loved hearing your reminiscences about your favorite/least places, etc. since you began your adventure.

[@chrisyarnold6205]

The only channel that I have followed the complete circumnavigation, as in Covid times a lot have altered plans, and some even sailed back across oceans beating to weather all the way. Never doubted that you would make it. Has been a real pleasure to watch. Thankyou, but more miles yet to cross your tracks, and close the loop!

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Your getting closer, 1 NM @ a time. ENJOY!

[@sfluendy]

wonderful episode

[@robertwilliams8974]

Congratulations on your circumnavigation.

[@Crowscratch_HauntedLibrary]

Congratulations! What an achievement! Thank you for taking us along on the journey.

[@lesourire511]

Exceptional . All the memories recounted were truly engaging. And the video showing the boat from the perspective of appearing from the ocean toward the boat adds so much to the feeling of being there. Thanks for putting in so much effort. Great job ✨👍🏼

[@stevelambert7496]

Excellent episode was great to see you reminisce about the voyage and congratulations on crossing the line can't wait for the finish

[@dennisalbuera6973]

congrats florence, capt. matt & amy fair winds.

[@thebarnaclebill]

do you know, I thought Amy was the captain

[@emlynjay8633]

How you've nurtured Florence on your 6-year Adventure; still looking pristine . Formidable Team; formidable achievement. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. It has been an education and a pleasure. And congratulations on retaining such a positive view of Human Nature.

[@Adogsmate4267]

I did really enjoy your interactions with the children you have come across. One day, you both will make great parents and your children will be very lucky to be guided though their lives by you two people.. Florence is looking beautiful at sea as always.

[@TheBoatmad]

Wow, what a lovely video. Just what I needed after a demanding week at work and diabetes catching me up. But I did do the pre winter varnishing on my boat..... Your reflections were touching and thoughtful. Love you guys and when you get home I will send you some shrub to go with the rum! Have a great week.

[@TheAncientMarinersBlog]

what a totally superb video thankyou

[@chappyd5109]

Cheers... What a great episode as always. Loved the conversation and comments.

[@nancyjarrell4620]

Lovely episode! It was wonderful hearing the good, bad and ugly of your adventures thus far. I'm eagerly awaiting a documentary and/or book of the travels once you return to your homeland!

[@alanevans7707]

Congratulations! I’ve been watching your videos for a couple of years now. Having done some ocean sailing myself, you unquestionably describe the joys and emotions of an empty horizon perfectly. Good luck with the next passage and thanks for the great entertainment.

[@NealyLL]

Loved the conversation on this video. So insightful. Best sailing channel ✅

[@herbertball429]

Wow! Congrats guys, this is amazing you're so brave and courageous continued success and health.

[@raygrant1074]

Congratulations and Thank you.

[@saildreamer]

Enjoy St Helena it is a great run ashore and some very good people.

[@gidge34]

Thank y’all, congratulations 🎉

[@gregoryfietz3831]

Great to watch show after show without breakdowns , I don't know why , maybe edited out maybe ultra-organized , great escape from the messy world , Thanks , Greg from Australia .

[@YourMom777-x3x]

I had to celebrate with you all too! When you had your pop of rum I had to have a pop of Captain Morgan spiced rum 100 proof. Mmmm, so good! and congratulations on your passage! Cheers!

[@julietijerina8176]

Congratulations on crossing your longitude line! What a wonderful accomplishment!

[@sailing-windbreker]

You are really real... !! We agree and again a nice episode..!!! Save travels ❤️ you .

[@robertgough508]

Well done great trip great insight and great people

[@annafraley5388]

EXCELLENT, never thought about crossing the SAME Longitude line you left on, but thousands of miles south of it.✅

[@lucianmeadows9887]

great video and congratulations on your circumnavigation! I have recently started following you and after this video I am definitely going to go back to day one of your trip and see the whole 6 years.

[@tylergarrison8073]

Once again, well done.

[@josemiguelsarmiento9359]

wow!! My Respects!! Bravo!!! You are amazing!!

[@normansufrin207]

Congratulations to you both. Still lots more adventures to come. I’m hoping that when you finish you’ll edit a feature length version from start to finish 🎉😊

[@johnheath3790]

Well done. Lovely to hear about the good bad and the ugly points of your amazing voyage. Something most of us weekend warrior sailers only dream about.

[@tomnikles8810]

Very enjoyable watching your channel. Thank you for sharing.

[@graplingurty]

Florence I'm feeling like I am on the closing chapters of wonderful book I don't want to end.

[@LouisMaxBlank]

14:39 massive geoengineered skies😵‍💫

[@ilCignoTube]

Just great sailing footage, thanks for sharing!

[@Robert-cg2bj]

OK, here's a plan for you two to consider: Refit in Blighty as needed, see family and friends, etc, THEN set out around the world in the opposite direction, skip the places you didn't like, stay over in the good places, etc. We need at least a couple more years of videos 'cause you two are great!!

[@mariosampaio108]

of all the many episodes ive watched of your circumnavigation, this was the one i enjoyed the most ... thanks for all the insights and sharing your life with us sofa sailors... ive learnt lots and will remember all your sound advice, you both being dinghy sailors has made the difference offshore and it shows 🙂

[@wolfgangbohme1836]

Amazing video, thank you! Completely agree that the world is populated by 95 % nice people and a little bunch of hopless buggers .

[@MrRourk]

Congratulations Florence and Crew!

[@athelstanodan5670]

You two maintain the integrity of an historical art and exemplify the heart of discipline in cooperation necessary precarious navigation aka companionship. Thanks for the adventure. Keep up the quality.

[@BarracudaHawk]

You guys are brilliant! Love the content.

[@bobbytidepod1690]

Congrats you two, that is one heck of a milestone! Looking forward to the next video.

[@justinmacdonald356]

Congratulations! well done.

[@WSallai]

You both spoke of sleep deprivation or the difficulty to sleep while making passage. Have you tried using a hammock? It should help with the motion as the boat moves about you. You can set one up so that it negates a pitching motion by having it strung abreast vs longitudinally. Anyway, congratulations on reaching your prime meridian!