SEA TRIAL IS OVER (we sailed across the south china sea)
This might be a new record of firsts. It’s the final day of our first passage aboard our brand-new Catamaran (not something I ever thought I would say). It’s our first check in to a new country, our first night at anchor and our first nights alone. 🤯
It’s all been a lot. A lot of good, but a lot.
We’re in a strange state of disbelief coupled with a euphoric honeymoon stage of being in love with our new home. And seems you guys are right there with us! There were thousands of comments on last weeks video and I swear, we have read almost every one of them. It’s surreal experiencing this new chapter of life with a rally squad. You being excited, makes it all soooo much more exciting for us.🙏🏼
Which is why we thought we should take the time to follow up with some answers to your most asked questions and our first impressions of CURIOSITY2. Because we know you are dying to know, after the past 2 years, is it everything we hoped and dreamed it would be?
Everything up until this moment really has felt like sea trials. Let the new adventure begin…
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Joanna
So happy for you two, and the rest of us to be able to go along with you😉 And Yes please explain the flag(s) bikini thing I’ve never really quite understood what flags are what and why ( I do get that you have to wave the country’s flag of the port you are staying in but there’s something missing still for me there and what are the other flags of different colors all for and also that stamp thing, what’s on the stamp, is that your official boat signature design stamp? Also after the vlog was over it showed an episode of you giving a now current vlog tour of your new boat, but then it blipped gone and it’s not with your list to watch. Usually you do that for everybody but are you doing that now just for patrons? Take care happy to see you two in your new home ⛵ 💝🐱😄
Curious Minion
Hi there. A boat stamp typically has the name of the boat, registration number, and maybe port of call and sometimes a logo or graphic. So when you’re filling out paperwork to enter or exit a country, you can use the stamp and sign your name on it. Just saves some writing.
As for the boat tour video, it’s on the blog under the “Our Sailboat” heading. Here it is for you! https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/curiosity-sailboat
Curious Minion
P.S. If you’re interested, there is a free tier to join the Wynns on Patreon. That’s where they explained about the boat stamp. https://www.patreon.com/the_wynns
Hank Heyns
Congratulations you two she is beautiful ( curiosity is not bad either) It has been so fun to watch you two go from RVing to this. YOu have become world travelers and I thank you for taking me along.
Curt Curtis
Good morning,
So, I doubt you did, but did you all include a composting toilet on the boat? Are they fresh water or sea water?
Just Curious.
Thanks,
Curt
Curious Minion
I’m sure we’ll get the answers to all that on our boat tour in, which is coming up in 10 days or so.
Curious Minion
Julie Turner
Can you tell me more about the boat stamp? Where did you get it? What does it look like? Does it just need the boat name? Y’all’s name too? Logo?
Pam McClure
EIGHT YEARS ON A BOAT!? I recall watching all those beginning videos plus the RV ones. So glad to witness your adventures. Love Curiosity 2 (Too?)
Pam
Jim
Curious Minion
Curious Minion
You rang? Is there a question here? Or just saying hey? Helloooo!
Curious Minion
Candace
Your boat looks beautiful on the water!!!!!
Joyce Tatler
Love ttr new boat snd do happy for you both. Just curious if you are at the helm and it is raining there is no cover is there?
Tami
I also had this above question 🙂
Curious Minion
Well, I guess once they’ve lived aboard long enough to experience a rain storm we’ll all get the answer to this question! Because curious minds want to know.
Curious Minion
Bill Nicholson
Love you new boat. I assume you have an induction stove. As crazy as it sounds, you can keep your stove cleaner by placing a paper towel under the pot. The food will heat up and the paper towel will stay cool and the stove will stay clean.
Alan Solomon
Thanks for the great video. 👍
Watching Jason is great. He cannot stop smiling. I believe I have mentioned that before. 🙂
In the ending scene of you both sitting there you both looked so grown up and adult. I don’t know why. It just struck me. 🤷♂️
Just curious! What do the Marshall Islands boat registry have over all the others? ❓
Best,
OjaiLynda
Your smiles aboard Curiosity just made my day! I am thrilled that you’re back on the water in your own boat. Sail on, sailors!
Steve
I’m well aware of how much work goes into editing, and cutting, and everything that makes the videos work. Jason is an insanely creative videographer. My only disappointment is when the video is over. Fortunately, I have years of the Goddess playing with the mammals of the sea. Don’t ever quit. I love you guys, no matter what you are writing about.
Brad & Aiza
Congratulations you guys.
Raymond Story
Good Luck and God Bless !!!
I’ve followed you guys since the beginning.
David Upton
Video projectors are good at night but not on a bright sunny day. I had one for my home but have now bought a Flat TV and they have all sizes to pick from and you just plug in your computer etc and play whatever you like, and they are so thin you could hang it overhead and the just swing it down when you want to watch something. plus, you can use it as a large computer screen as well.
Richard
Maybe a drop down TV screen that is mounted to a track and pivots so maximum flexibility is attained for multiple viewing alternatives…. So happy for you both!!!
Richard
John M
A walk around bed would be nice! All new RV’s have that so I was surprised your boat did not have that.
StevieDV
Could you show what the boat stamp looks like, I have never heard of one.?
Maradel
Curious about the Marshallese registration. Why??
Sarah Hutchinson
Please let me all about the flag!
W Gerard
Greetings Jason and Nikki,
So for how long have I been following you? I remember when Jason accidentally dropped his camera in a creek.
BU that’s not what I’m writing you about. I’m writing to suggest a Drama Genre you may not be familiar with (at least I haven’t heard you mention them.): Chinese XianXia, and South Korean Drama.
To see if you would like it, I would suggest “Alchemy of Souls”, or “Hotel Del Luna” for the S. Korean. and
“The Untamed” and “The Legend of White Snake”. They are all on Netflix. I recommend hearing them in the original language with subtitles. If you take a gander and decide you hate them…that’s ok. BTW, they are like tea, slow burning, as opposed to our caffein adventures. I really love them and they can be extremely insightful on so many levels. Just a thought.
Mellie Smith
Have you thought of a sleep sack so you don’t have to change sheets so often?
Susan
There are a couple of Basecamp Airstreamers (Tay & Brock) who use the Adhesive Hooks with a projector screen, and a three-suction mount with a Nebula projector (which allows the screen and projector to be moved as needed). Here is the YouTube link to the video which explains their setup (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoQP0kOrwhk). Hope this helps…
Mellie Smith
Dear Super Fit and So Chill, I’m so happy to see you finally settled into your new craft. Enjoy! I’m looking forward to your next adventures.
Kris
So exciting to be sailing with you again! Yes! Why Bikini? Enjoy settling into the new routine,
Susan G
Hi Jason and Nikki.
So happy to hear your first Passage went smoothly.
Jason how are you liking the dish washer?
Everything looks amazing on your new boat. Have a great week enjoying life back on the water.
Look forward to the next video.
Blessings and love to you both.
Leonard M Galloway
Beautiful boat! And the hybrid motor is so cool! Thank you for sharing your journey. I’m sailing vicariously with you. Quick question, how long can you motor using only electric and are there separate batteries for the engines or do they draw from the same battery bank that powers the rest of the living space in your boat? And to go along with this, how much savings are you experiencing over your previous diesel engines?
Cathy Stanley
Have you heard of Beddies? They use them on RV’s. They make making the bed easy. Look them up. Might work on the boat.
Pat Parker
Glad to see that you are both doing well and so excited for you both
Betsy
It would probably be an overstatement to say I was as excited as you to move aboard, but I did check in every week to see how close you were to taking ownership of the boat. Last week I was THRILLED to see you on board (lovely that the HH employees helped schlep stuff) and be on your way – and this morning (Sun, Feb 25) I could not wait to see how you were faring. I look forward to the boat tour (and am disappointed at no video next Sunday). I was impressed with the food Nikki prepared for the whole gang. It looks better than what I make 5 minutes from three different grocery stores – all carrying familiar ingredients and products. At 67, I’m almost 5 years retired and living vicariously through you! Wishing you safe passages. (And can I just say how lovely it is to see how kind you are to one another?)
Sandra & the 2 Spaniels
Most people move and they are in chaos for maybe 3 weeks. You guys have been trying to settle in for 2 years! You 2 did it beautifully, the boat is gorgeous and worth the wait. Excited about the full boat tour, and if you find a projection screen. So cool!
Ian Andrew
After your hectic two-year hiatus, you definitely require a time out Zen period. As I watched your Chinese travels my prior trips to that area became total alive again.
Thank you. Ian Andrew Ottawa Canada.
Peter
Hello, Nikki and Jason. After two years of planning, waiting and anticipation, you have come out the other side relaxed and with hopes and dreams in tact and come through so gracefully. You have beat the odds against ‘Great Expectations’ and I am so happy for you!.
Marty S
You know one of the best parts of this video—-the background scenes while you are sitting and talking to us. Gorgeous!! You are talking a lot about generating power and energy on your boat, I imagine your first week alone on Curiosity will allow you to personally reset and calm yourselves. It’s truly been a crazy time for you and while your onboard help was probably invaluable, some much needed alone time will recharge your personal batteries. Love you and Godspeed.
Edwin Sokoloff
At 86 years old, I am still travelling with by every post you put out. It’s a wonderful vicarious life I have through you your travels and adventures. You have every right to be HAPPY on your new boat/home and it is a beautiful vessel in every way. You both have done a great job along with HH building a place live, love and travel together. Enjoy every moment. I do.
Eddie
John Lockhart
The new Curiosity is absolutely amazing, and it’s good to see you embarking on new adventures! The videos leading up to this moment have been fantastic at portraying the excitement and those feelings of being overwhelmed! Be safe out there!
Mike Priaro
I’m not trying to fearmonger or cast a pall over your happiness with your new boat, but I do think you will be sailing in more dangerous waters and hope you will act and plan accordingly, be vigilant, and have taken measures to protect yourselves for the worst case. Sailing with another boat whenever possible will be your best strategy.
Jan
Ahhhhhhh! It’s so amazing to see you with Curiosity again! She is beautiful.
Congratulations 🎈
I wish you all of life’s blessings.
Mark H
My wife said she was disappointed that there was no bed vibration (just kidding). Maybe Beddy’s can make you bedding for your cabin.