WE RESCUE A BABY BAT IN VANUATU! 🥲 (Episode 293)

[@happyclappygiraffe2636]

This channel continues to go from strength to strength. Your values and focus on highlighting the kindness given and received from the people you meet is truly heart warming. I have watched from the very beginning and this feels like the only sailing channel that hasn’t sold out to huge sponsorship deals that result in big downgrades to multimillion dollar new boats. Looking forward to following along in 2025!

[@jorgegorina8358]

They are rich. Richer than us. They live from the land helping one another. They live happy. You can tell just from the kids alone. With everything we have that they don’t, they are richer than us. ❤

[@HoustonRoad]

💯

[@keithhall9298]

Clearly an American response and you haven't read enough philosophy - materialism isn't a solution the tools are there- it is not complicated.

[@lifeliver9000]

Speak for yourself. My life is way better

[@brentfairlie9159]

I'm not particularly fond of children because I'm a grumpy old man. But watching these kids smiling and having such a f7n time on Parlay actually bought me to tears. Many thanks

[@simeon2851]

Most "grumpy old men" secretly actually love children. 😊

[@MaryMelonBoston]

The people of Vanuatu may be friendly and kind, but you guys seem to generate good will wherever you go. I love how you share your time and resources with the locals wherever you are. You reap what you sow and it comes back to you a hundred fold. Thank you for another wonderful episode. My best wishes to you for a happy and healthy 2025. Keep the stories coming!

[@patraic5241]

A high trust society. Precious and priceless.

[@Al.W7263]

"Oh shit . Here come the kids". You love it Colin. Admit it. You guys do things a lot different than the other cruisers I follow. You inform us about the islands and people and you participate with their life style. You show them respect and that counts. Thanks for the video and thanks for your humanity towards others.

[@cellasadventures7324]

Colin and the rest of the crew on parlay, I can’t get over how impressed I am at how you make an effort to lean and share with the local cultures you meet during your voyages. Your YT sailing channel is growing less about sailing and more about being a good to people. This is a message the world needs desperately. Keep it up! ❤

[@AceMustang-ql9ws]

The smile's on those children, wow, just amazing.

[@pippilongstocking-qs7fm]

1st thing I noticed was the children's beautiful teeth & smiles

[@rickharris5485]

Episodes like this is the reason you've become the favorite sailing channel on KZbin. Hope you guys have a very happy new year.

[@stevematalone2512]

100% took the words out of my thoughts too. Stay humble

[@doggonedk]

My goodness I couldn't watch that section with the kids without grinning from ear to ear myself. The joy and happiness those kids exhibit is infectious. Thank you Parlay for taking us along and giving us a peek inside this wonderful world.

[@soggybottom3463]

Wonderful! 👍👏👏👏..and God Bless Vanuatu...what are material goods if this great spirit must be sacrificed in exchange???? 🤗🤗🤗

[@chrispy104k]

You guys are awesome for helping Frelix do that. You've made another amazing friend for life.

[@Suzyqknh]

The joy on those children’s faces were beautiful!

[@aussiebird]

Love that you give local kids the awesome experience of being on a boat. Their manners, sharing & smiles are priceless. As for Freelix, what an inspiring young man, self sufficienct & a simple uncomplicated life living off the land & sea.

[@eileenderheim3768]

The Vanuatu people seemed so lovely, friendly and generous. It was so sweet to see the children enjoy the sailboat experience. The were so joyful. ♥Just made your heart melt with all their sweet smiles.

[@hollyword41]

Fascinating, calming, uplifting, graceful, peaceful, happy, thankful...Thank you for showing us the wonderful, wondrous people of Vanuatu and their rich lifestyle.

[@RobertBrinkley-r6f]

Great episode! After 35 years of working in the elementary school system, the crew of Parley are great ambassadors for the what we need more of in this world. Have a safe journey.

[@jenniferwhite7240]

Just loved the genuine warmth you share with these lovely hardworking people. To give Freelix a hand was something he did not expect, but appreciated it so much. Loved this video.

[@dougmassey1807]

Colin and The Parlay Crew. Thank you for bringing this 73 year old would be surf bum along, this video proves always there is something to learn at any age. Reminds me of a surf trip with my son many years ago to Nagigia an outer island on Fiji where Fijian kids enjoyed what little they had in life

[@LaDeee57]

Oh those children - I smiled along with them! Thanks Colin & Crew!!

[@rapido2963]

The islanders are a fine example to the rest of the ‘civilised’ world. The smile of my face was as broad as the children in their boat trip. Fabulous episode!

[@hockeydeemon]

with all the modern technology in the world, it's great to see there are still places like this that still live off the land in this way. The way life should be, a simple life. Love how you give back to each community you visit by lending a hand.

[@wildaltarose]

Your kindness to this village will never be forgotten. Thank you for helping Freelix build another garden plot, I am sure no one has ever done that before. It makes me sad that we are so determined to have the best of everything, and here is a village that has just enough to survive and they are so happy to share. Please stay safe.

[@jenni-Poo]

I love it when you give kids the experience of sailing. What an adventure, seeing how other humans live. Be safe out there and thanks for letting me live vicariously through you all!

[@sailingmurdina]

Sitting here watching this episode on the last day of the year just makes me feel so thankful to you guys for giving us a glimpse of the lives of these wonderful people and their country. You don't need a lot to be happy I want to carry this into 2025. Happy New Year to you all and really looking forwards to what you bring us in 25.

[@krasand5622]

What a beautiful vlog on Vanuatu! Showcasing the humility and generosity of the people is one thing, but Team Parlay's reciprocating humility and generosity is not something most foreigners can show. You didn't let yourselves be the centre of the show .... you let the people and the circumstances be the show. Your warm hearts and souls did a really great thing for those people and children. Bless your hearts 💕

[@MrDLYouTube]

Oh wow, look at all those kids smile!! So beautiful! And WOW Freelix is fit! Shows what hard work does to the body! Very happy to see they saved the bat, I love bats!

[@Datsail]

A lovely reminder that there's beautiful people all around the world. What an experience for you all. Much love

[@JasonJohnson-mo5bu]

My favourite place on the planet . Such awesome people , always smiling and laughing .

[@kennybaumann2117]

Due to the late drop I went back and started from the beginning, it is amazing how far you've come from those first videos. I highly recommend anyone that hasn't done so go back and do the same. I don't even remember how I found your channel 3 years ago but I have been blessed hundreds of times by you and the various crew members over the years. Some of the production was really bad in the early days but one thing hasn't changed is that even in bad production your heart, passion and spirit always comes through. Those immortal words, "In 20 years you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the things you did" Somehow, someway I will be on the deck with you and it will be the most amazing thing in my life, because at 62 I don't want to look back in 20 years without making it happen. Until that day comes,Thanks Colin for posting late today so I can relive so many memories as I continue to watch from the beginning.

[@steveandrews6280]

The smiles on those kids faces were heavanly . Great video Parlay

[@Catalina58601]

Those children! They look so healthy and happy and my gosh their smiles are white as can be! If that isn't an advertisement for fresh healthy lives I dont know what is.

[@LostYogi]

OMG the smiles on the kid's faces❤the friendliness and sharing mindset is so beautiful❤

[@gambylou9959]

This was the best video yet, well done guys 🎉

[@eklectikartz8002]

My heart is full of joy and my eyes brimming with tears of gratitude that you are able to bring to your views , truly sustainable living. The interaction between each other and the communities you visit is respectful and honourable. It gives me hope that more people can see that the simple things in life are the most important and turn towards them, secure in the knowledge that we can not just survive but live life joyfully within our environment. Blessings and Thank You to Parlay and the crew. 💖

[@Dxpa1980]

I finally figured out what I most like about your videos. It's the kids. You guys are good humans. Well done.

[@tobaccofreealleghenyquitsm555]

It makes my heart so warm to see you enjoy the different cultures around the world.

[@ninacarson5336]

It’s amazing how the people of Vanuatu lead such a simple life, hard work, dedication to family and each other, sharing and kindness. You guys also showed them the same, you all enriched their lives as well and I’m sure those beautiful children will remember your kindness forever. See you next Sunday!!

[@will5989]

Bats are awesome. So happy to hear she’s still well.

[@simonthompson7986]

Superb, we often find as we sail that the best experience is the interaction with locals especially the children!

[@macalicious66]

My fav part about the Vanuatu series was the smiles! Smiles for days, everywhere and everyone! Love it!

[@Freedom-h1q]

What a wonderful episode.✌️

[@bert2526]

Thank you Colin, Katie, Britt, Jaimy and all crew, thank you for all you do. I've been following from the start and seeing the videos go from "oh shit I bought a boat" to beautiful cultural documentaries mixed with boatlife with friends just fills my heart with joy. Thank you.

[@larrysredersas1792]

I absolutely love your KZbin channel, the way you immerse yourself in local culture and share your catamaran with the local children is so heart warming! Thank you and your crew for being good people!

[@Carolinajude-l2s]

You’re generosity is just so special and is to be commended wherever you go. I’m blown away by the actions you take to bring so much joy into the children’s lives you touch. I know these days will be with you forever and part of me is rather envious you have had these opportunities. But also, I am grateful you’ve shared them with us all. ❤

[@akLeanne]

What a blessing to be able to do this for these children. It makes my heart sing❤

[@MissyMuzo]

Colin and crew, this was just the content I needed as I'm on sick leave from my humanitarian child protection job. It's great to see you be so open, respectful and appreciative of the people you met. Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2025 🎉

[@EricDavidson-o9y]

I want to see when you guys come back and see the progress hopefully a natural disaster doesn't wreck everything. Be really cool to see

[@mudpuddlefishing4216]

You guys are Beautiful....that's why you attract Beautiful people.....I was negative for many years until I changed my mindset and now I cannot describe the beauty of life I now live....you guys are an inspiration.... absolutely amazing people....Love you guys

[@rossmai1384]

Magical moments to cherish. Very awe inspiring, makes you wonder what real life is like when we are spoilt rotten.

[@joshlindemeier2434]

These are the type of experiences that you not only seek but share is what makes me LOVE this channel and one of my few weekly “must watch” channels. Thank you for sharing.

[@Bajatrvlr]

Like so many others have said, I started going through withdrawal when I didn’t see today’s video and started watching something else… I can’t tell you how relieved it finally popped up and I immediately switched over. Colin and crew, you guys are the best thing happening on Sunday’s… I thank the Lord for your channel and for all the things you do. I was going to say “Don’t be late again” in all caps but thought it would be too rude.

[@soloflight75]

Colin, National Geographics has nothing on you guys. The education you bring us every week is top notch. There is none better.❤❤❤

[@damonottaway3648]

Just another amazing adventure. Watching videos like this is such a great redirect on how human behavior should be when you veer off on a path you don’t need mentally.

[@HOSTARMARINE]

Wow! One of the best episodes yet!! Bravo!!!

[@mindshelfpro]

Love to see the kids soo happy!

[@DDinVA]

You are amazing human beings! I love you highlighting a day in the life of the people on the island you are visiting.

[@rak3151]

Precious, precious children❤ Frelix is too! I hope Y’all go back in a few years to see how they’ve come up. Thank you so much for what Y’all do in showing us their beautiful lives and your beautiful hearts.

[@jimbeekhuizen423]

Vanuatu has been fascinating. What really blows me away is despite the remoteness, that many (most?) of the natives speak English. I wonder how long that has been the case, and how it came about. Thank you for a terrific 2024 following your adventures, and Wishing you and all the Parlay crew an even better 2025.

[@TammyBillings-qt1ve]

Such a rich culture. So amazing to see people work and play and be so happy and grateful. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@annebach_4033]

Colin, this is one of the best episodes! Makes me believe love does exist on this planet,

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

Such a lovely place and beautiful people, thank you Colin and Crew ♥much love.

[@kaynorton1768]

Thank you for another great adventure with you.

[@Bristoll170]

Some time back while surfing KZbin, a Parlay video popped up. After watching that I went back to the start of the channel and binge watched the entire content to catch up with where we are now. My Monday morning fix is the latest offering with a coffee. Just brilliant 👍. Cheers Pete' New Zealand.

[@tmarguies]

Feeling the love and kindness and learnings from your Vanuatu experiences. Cheers to Cava!

[@rossmain4142]

Love seeing you guys share your experience of boating and seeing the smile on those kids faces, beautiful, well done Colin and crew

[@patrickconway5542]

Omg they are all adorable children,you could see the joy and happiness in their eyes on Parlay 🥰great job everyone especially the work you did in the garden!👏👏👏🍻

[@sandybinbedford5512]

Through you guys , we have just seen a wonderful place & people

[@jaszi33]

Boy oh boy! What a range of beautiful emotions you bought up today for me! I had tears, a huge smile and my heart wanting to burst with the love you showed and were shown! Thank you once again for this amazing channel and sharing the adventures of your lives. You truly are living life well and you've inspired me to go check out Vanuatu - if anyone is heading there, can I get a ride please (Great Barrier Island is home) 🗾🙏🙋💖🛥

[@jorgegorina8358]

One of my favorite videos. What a beautiful experience. You guys are leaving your mark around the world. ❤🙌🏼🙏🏻👍🏼The smiles on those kids faces. PRICELESS!

[@arielajaeger4291]

What a fun uplifting positive great episode!!!! Thanks for putting a smile on my face and heart!💝❤️‍🔥💖happy new year to you all!!!! Lots of luck and love🍀💛🍀💛🍀💛🍀

[@AustinBoil]

What a magical place, and magical people. The look on those kids faces was priceless and you created a memory for them that they will forever remember as well as yourselves. It's amazing to visit a place where the rest of the world hasn't influenced their culture and lifestyle. It makes one wonder if part of the modern world is like a poison that sucks that magic away and replaces it with crime, greed, & other destructive behaviors. As you said, the place was filled with happiness, a togetherness, & a strong work ethic to provide for each other. Everyone should watch your videos of this place, it would be an eye opener for many! Thanks for sharing ❤

[@EricDavidson-o9y]

Awesome Frelex that's great to see you giving back to nature 😊

[@h.v7461]

Awesome story! Vanuatu is amazing! Thank you for sharing this experience.

[@KennyP88]

When my nephew headed out across the pacific as crew with not one hour on a yacht experience, finished in New Zealand told me of all he’d seen and experienced, Vanautu was the most wonderful, peaceful time he ever spent with complete strangers. Great little series.

[@carollewellen5413]

What a beautiful place. Top notch review! The kids were the stars.

[@MarkSortino]

Just a beautiful episode. Well done! And thank you.

[@Stevos_HookedonRods4844]

So Amazing, So Special, So Humbling A Truely Blessed Experience 🙏🙏

[@SandBellyDogs]

It’s the people not the place 💓 thank you for sharing your experience of Vanuatu. Happy children, humble kind people, and that cute bat. Great episode.

[@juliazentner681]

OMG I smiled the whole video. Those children are something super special!

[@pollatso]

Beautiful people beautiful place 🙏👍🇬🇧

[@RMe0t7]

The Smiles on the children were just magic

[@TerryKeever]

Many thanks for sharing these beautiful people and their home with us.

[@BoatingJourney]

What an awesome episode guys! For those of us, so far away and removed, it's hard to imagine how these villages actually live and love their daily lives. They are such happy people. Thank you for helping them farm - your efforts made such a huge impact for them, more than you realize. Safe travels and we hope you have a very Happy New Year! Cheers! Scott and Ally

[@EricDavidson-o9y]

Poor dog i can hear it 💩 from Florida 😢😢. Another great episode ty Colin

[@mercyla6]

I love this kind of video, knowing how people are living on the land …awesome! Happy 2025 keep it up!!!❤

[@conniechurches5831]

Loved these vlogs! Thank you for showing and sharing these wonderful people!

[@darrenleask6042]

Smiles all round, epic

[@4x4smile]

Once again you guys deliver. Thanks for sharing

[@neutechnica]

As challenging as it might be, I really appreciate you doing the work to genuinely connect with and present the stories of local non-western people. For so many sailing channels, they are little more than nameless help. It was refreshing to see a perspective that highlights someone who is just as entrepreneurial as anyone else, with hopes, fears, and dreams-a reminder that we’re all part of the human family.

[@photo_paper784]

These episodes with local youth are my favorite.

[@The71Percent]

Thanks for bringing us along

[@CharlieP-v9l]

Happy New Year! It's taken me 8 weeks to watch parley from the start and I've finally caught up! You guys are an inspiration and I admire the way you are living your life!! Thank you for bringing sunshine and paradise into the dreary UK winter.

[@daledeonarine9811]

❤❤WHAT LOVE AND JOY TO SEE THE KIDS SMILE..❤❤

[@cindycornog8006]

I started following your channel because of the sailing adventures. I continued to watch because of your determination to follow your dreams. All the obstacles you have overcome to get to where you are amazes me. And now I continue to watch because not only are you traveling the world and experiencing different cultures around the world, but you are making a difference! Helping the native people, building houses, gardens, trading supplies that they need to make their lives easier . Way to go Sailing Parlay! I hope I get to meet you all at the next boat show in Annapolis 😘❤️⛵️

[@stephenmacleod8524]

What a great episode guys!

[@robertlemoine3500]

Thankyou Parlay

[@gidge34]

Dude was absolutely ripped 🤙💪

[@lizcampbell6978]

Love every minute of it 🫶🏼

[@californiakayaker]

Heads up. A school teacher in California walked into her classroom and saw a bat laying on a desk. She went to pick it up. It bit her. She dies of rabies. No kidding, it happened recently ! I've gardened a lot and the real work would have been clearing all the jungle weeds. You'd have to get the roots out, it would be a huge job ! Thanks for helping him, gardening is tough work and its great to see him farming like he is !

[@KimberlySparks-wr6bh]

I've read about that teacher as well. And this isn't a joke it really did happen the lady died