Welcome to Sailing Nomads

We’re Alex and Benno, and we’re on a mission to sail around the world. There’s just one problem: we don’t know how to sail yet! Follow along as we learn the ropes, charter boats across the Mediterranean, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.

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Two minutes to drop, it's all right to be scared. Remember, there is no courage without fear.
- Master Sergeant Farell

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Austria

After almost four months, ten countries, and thousands of kilometers, we’re back home. Just in time for the start of summer break.

By Benno

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Ciao-Sescu

Our next country on the way home is Romania. A country with a rather questionable reputation. I’m curious to see what’s changed since my last visit.

By Benno

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Athens

From Lefkada, we drive straight across Greece, which turns out to be much bigger than I expected.

By Benno

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Lefkada

We spent the last 10 days on the Greek island of Lefkada where the sea shines in the most beautiful turquoise.

By Benno

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Croatia

After almost exactly two months in Croatia, today we say goodbye to continue our journey towards Greece.

By Benno

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