The Netherlands

8 months ago we left our spot in the Marina Monnickendam on June 3rd. On February 2nd we landed on Schiphol and were greeted by my parents (pap and mam) 😍 Straight from the airport we went to Lennert (big little brother) and Annet's new home to surprise Lennert. Without a doubt it was a successful surprise!

The entire week we were magically able to spend quality time with friends and family. How before we would have to plan weeks ahead to meet up, everybody's agendas eere cleared to make some time for us. What a love 😍 Most special was the fact that even all Bart's family members (Berlin, Italy and Spain) were at some point sitting at the same table!

We had some very good conversations throughout the week. Especially with our families we talked a lot about our time past and future plans. Up until now it has felt like we were travelling. Now that we have started, since February 7th, our own business and will be working 1-2 days a week from the boat, it feels more like we are starting a new way of life. Which will likely make it easier for us to come visit you and for you to come visit us. This makes being away from you a bit easier. Yet, after a week with family and friends it is still hard to leave again, no matter how much we are enjoying our life at sea 💔

Regarding our business, Bart & Bel (services) is now officially live! Take a look at our website bartandbel.com 😅. It's not done yet, I'm still working on it. But it's getting there. Through our sailing network Bart has found a gig as freelancer account manager for the Bridge AV group. I will be building websites and doing SEO jobs! So if you need one, let us know 😉Read more