Choosing S/Y Albatross: Why We Sailed Around the World in a Hallberg-Rassy 42E
People always ask why a Hallberg-Rassy 42E. The honest answer is that Calle and I didn’t know enough about boats to have a favourite. What we did know, sitting at a kitchen table in Helsingborg with a bottle of wine and a handshake we couldn’t take back, was that whatever boat we chose had to […]
Building Rue Galilee: A Dream Nailed to the Wall
Transforming a crumbling house in France into a thriving B&B with no French and no hospitality background? Crazy, maybe. But it became one of the most fulfilling adventures of my life. Here’s how we made it happen—brick by brick.
From Seasick to Sea Strong: My First 30 Days at Sea
You never forget your first days on open water — the disorientation, the smell of salt in the air, and the deep realization that you’re no longer on steady ground. For me, those first 30 days were a crash course in humility, resilience, and transformation.
Chasing Dreams One Port at a Time
When Calle and I set sail with barely a clue, we didn’t know if we were brave or just plain stupid. But that “yes” to adventure changed our lives. Here’s what we learned about courage, trust, and starting before you’re ready.