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Boat Issues are expected...But camera issues?!

We've used our Canon 5D Mark IV as our main camera for a while now. It’s a great camera for both photos and for filming but we knew that we needed another one if we were going to have others film important moments. Having another point of view is awesome, we knew we'd be having guests so we decided to purchase this Canon XC-15, also known as our "drop camera". 

The drop camera is f...

Season 6 Preview! - Lazy Gecko Sailing & Adventures

Are you ready?! Season 6 is LIVE!! 

We're about to get into so much fun!! You'll find the YouTube version of the preview above, you can also see the uncensored one on our Season 6 Vimeo channel! See link below. 

If you've received a Season 5 Vimeo code, you'll get one for Season 6. I'm in the middle of generating them and I'll be sending them through message. Please do not...

Let's talk about power!!!

Not so long after we arrived in Grenada we took a trip back to the states to see family. Upon returning to the boat we found our beloved house battery bank had failed. 

We had 4 flooded cell Trojan batteries. These batteries were on Calypso when we bought her, we suspected they were a little weak after using them while sailing through the islands. Flooded cell batteries need constant...

Early Release!! What 30 miles of sailing gets ya! Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 115

Oh boy here we go!! We take you for a lovely sail to a remote anchorage where we relax a bit and explore the beach. Jeremiah gets working on another project and I have a wardrobe malfunction LOL! 

We really hope that you enjoy this episode!!! There's a fun Vimeo version as well if you enjoy those! 

Thank you so much for coming along with us, we're so happy you're here!...

Early Release!! Welcome to The Exumas, Baby!!! VLOG 114

Good evening Patrons! 

Here you go! The latest episode is up for your viewing pleasure! We finish up in Nassau by getting Bella's paperwork in order and then we depart for the Exumas! We have a great sail, we take you along with us!

There's a super fun Vimeo version as well if you enjoy those! Thank you so much for coming along with us!

Brittany & Jeremiah 

Who does the video editing and how does that work?

In short I would say that Jeremiah does...But let's get into a little more detail about that! 

The process really begins from the time you pick up the camera. Well, first you have to remember to actually pick it up! It's easy to forget to record something as it's happening. Especially it it's something worrisome. Once you do pick it up though, the footage needs to be good. If the foo...

Get your sexy on - Vimeo style!

The picture above was originally taken for John, the previous owner, but we wanted to share it with you! It's an absolute epic t-shirt, I love it. John gave me the shirt once we took ownership of Calypso. The only thing he wanted in return was a picture of me in it. I wore some sexy straps, the shirt and did just that! Now I'd like you to enjoy it as well <3 

This is also your rem...

Hurricane Dorian Update VLOG

We've gotten so many questions concerning this event. Where are we? Are we safe? Is the boat safe? And more...So we've decided to sit down with you and give an update! 

Our thoughts and prayers are with all affected by this storm. 

Love, 

Jeremiah and Brittany

They said to wait, they were right!

When we bought Calypso we knew that she’d need some canvas work. This type of work is expensive so we decided to wait until we got to Grenada where prices are better. Other cruisers would always say “Wait until you get to Grenada before getting work done!” but for us that seemed so far away! Well, now we’re here and are so glad we waited!

After having a few companies come to the b...

Early release!! Honey!...It's huge!! VLOG 112

Oh, here we go! An early release just for you!! We're in Nassau, John has arrived with a ton of boat parts!

We go drinking on the town and then come back for some boat maintenance...Why not?!

This version is so funny, we cracked up laughing watching it, the Vimeo version is even more wild!! So check that out!! 

We hope you enjoy this as much as we do! Thank you so muc...

When it's way too tight...- VLOG 111 Early Release!!

Yes!!! Here's the latest episode and it's a early release!! 

We take you sailing down to Nassau, Bahamas for a few things...To drop off the little Geckos, get our generator fixed (and yes we've found the problem) and to pick up an old friend before heading for the Exumas!!

The Vimeo version of this episode has some fun Snapchat footage as well! So grab a cold one and come enjoy...

Is this even real? - Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 110

Oh man, wait until you see this episode!! We take Rhys to a Doctor in the islands, we explore a lovely little town, launch the drone for some fun and then enjoy the most wonderful sunset we've ever seen! This episode shows why I'm hooked on sailing to remote places!! 

This episode also has a Vimeo version that gets into how parents can still find time to have sex with a family onboar...

Calypso Boat Party!

At the moment Calypso is glued to a dock waiting on her new battery bank before we can head back out to anchor. We happen to be right in the heart of Grenada which puts us in the perfect location for any events going on like Carnival! 

We decided to invite some fellow cruisers that we've met to our boat for a little gathering before one of the Carnival night parades. We had a total o...

The summer has come to an end...

We've been a bit quiet this week and I'd like to take a moment to explain why...It was Trevor's last week with us after spending just about two months of his summer break enjoying Calypso. We decided that we would take the week to enjoy some quality family time and we did just that! 

Trevor left this past weekend just before Grenada's epic Carnival started. If you haven't heard of it...

Lets Get Our Vimeo On!

VIMEO CODES ARE HERE!

It's not often that you see us all dressed up, so I thought I'd share this recent picture of us just for you to see! 

This is also your reminder for August Vimeo codes :) 

Our Vimeo series is about giving you a little bit more...Ok, maybe a lot more at times! This is a platform we use to express ourselves in an adult like manner...

Hash'in it out in Grenada

Last Saturday we joined in and became a part of the Grenada Hash Harriers. Basically they describe themselves as runners with a drinking problem that get together every Saturday and hash it out! They usually have a group of 150 - 300 people ranging through all ages participate in a walk or run along different trails through Grenada each week. 

It sounded right up our alley so we deci...

It was an ACCIDENT! Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 109

Woohoo! Here we go! Let's go to a remote island and just do nothing for a bit! Then we can get into some cruising stuff like a generator that won't start. We'll walk through the streets of a random island looking for a fix and so much more to include Scuba diving off the back of Calypso! 

The Vimeo version of this episode has a little (actually a lot) extra of the fun we had last wee...

Not Fun For Her! Plus a fun Q&A release! VLOG 108

Good evening!! 

You get two videos this week! Our YouTube episode is of us completing the crossing we left off at last week. Super high seas and lots of seasickness! LOL...It wasn't all fun, that's for sure!

This episode didn't have a Vimeo version so we've put together a wacky, sexy Q&A for you!! I even got Jeremiah without clothes on!! LOL So make sure to check it out on ...

Have questions? I have answers!!

We've officially decided to do a question and answer video made up of strictly Patrons questions! You can ask anything you'd like and we'll do our best to answer it on an upcoming video that we hope to get out this month! This video will be released on our Vimeo channel. 

So please feel free to ask away, there's no limits! Over the last couple months we've gotten some great questions...

Are You Kidding Me?! - Lazy Gecko VLOG 107

Hello Patrons! 

Here you go!! There's lots of fun in this episode! I try on my gifts and then we depart for a crazy offshore passage. Are you ready to hit some high seas?! This is the episode for you!

There's a fun Vimeo version as well!!

Thank you for coming along with us! 

Love,

Jeremiah & Brittany

Panties...the perfect gift! VLOG 106!!

Here we go! The next episode is up for your viewing pleasure on both YouTube and Vimeo!! 

We tuck in for some 50 knot winds, the craziness unfolds! Well the good times do. This is a fun episode with even more fun on the Vimeo version so if you enjoy them, go check it out! 

Thank you for coming along for the ride! We're hard at work making more episodes for you now that we'...

VIMEO CODES ARE HERE!

It's not often that you see us all dressed up, so I thought I'd share this recent picture of us just for you to see! 

This is also your reminder for July Vimeo codes :) 

Our Vimeo series is about giving you a little bit more...Ok, maybe a lot more at times! This is a platform we use to express ourselves in an adult like manner and share more content. So if you'd like your ...

Prep the Dinghy!! - Lazy Gecko VLOG 105!

Oh boy here we go! Another episode for you!!

We're sailing down the Abacos to Hopetown, you're coming along for the ride! Then we'll show you what it takes to simply leave the boat from anchor before taking you into the cute little Christmas filled town. 

Then we head back to the boat for more fun! There is a Vimeo version available for you to enjoy as well as this YouTube vers...

EARLY RELEASE!! Skinny Dip with the Geckos! VLOG 104

Oh boy! The latest episode is up just for you!! Enjoy this 'Patrons Only' early release!! 

We head towards Whale Cay! Will we make it through this famously rough passage or will we turn back? You'll find out!! Plus we take you to a remote anchorage where we have some fun together...Gecko style!

What that being said, if you enjoy Vimeo, this is an episode for you! All the uncut ...

Bahamas Treasure! Lazy Gecko Sailing VLOG 103

Here's the next in our series! It's time for our weather window!! We show you some of the reasons we love this little island before heading off to challenge The Whale!

We hope that you enjoy this episode as much as we do! There's a fun Vimeo version for those that enjoy the wild side of things! 

Thank you so much for coming along with us! 

Jeremiah & Brittany

Transformers...More than meets the eye!

Good morning! 

I wanted to take a moment to share what's been happening since arriving in Grenada...Let's jump right in! 

A few months ago I reserved a slip at Secret Harbor Marina here in Grenada. We arrived about a week ago and motored into our new marina! Shortly after we pulled on the dock we were told that there wasn't any working water or power which was a bit surpri...

NEW EPISODE...We Sailed Here! - VLOG 102

Here you go Patrons!!

Our latest episode which is jammed packed of fun stuff! We're in Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas and we take you for a ride! 

There's also a Vimeo version of this video that's ready for you! Thank you so much for being a part of this journey!

Love,

Brittany & Jeremiah

Going out on the town "Yachtie style"

Before heading off the dock in Palm Coast, Florida we purchased some Calypso shirts. You might have seen them in the episode where we sign the documents for the boat. 

We actually got them due to a Patrons recommendation. The idea was that we'd wear these shirts when arriving to a new port while we were down island. The shirts would help create the illusion that we were simply crew a...

Amazing visit with some Patrons!

A few weeks ago we were contacted by some our Patrons about their upcoming trip to St. Lucia, it just so happened that we ended up here at the same time!! 

We were so delighted to have Jason and Rachel aboard Calypso for a few sundowners and great conversation the other night. They were so nice and we just loved them. 

Funny thing was that the next day we got up, dropped t...

Finding Seclusion

The BVI's are full of many different little spots to stop, grab a mooring ball but they are lacking areas to drop the hook. Anchoring is discouraged, the BVI have installed mooring balls in almost every location. Some say it's to protect the reefs, some say it's to make money (they charge each boat $30 per night to use the balls). We found mooring balls over both reefs and sand...So it's probab...