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I think one of the reasons I enjoy your videos so much is how much I admire the relationship between Rob and Rachel.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Robin

Ivan, don't deprive us of your golden locks. So much pleasure offered with so little effort.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

I'm envious🙂

I cannot stop laughing from Miko falling with her life jacket, oh my...Happy to see you a bit reunited.I keep updated with the Kiwi boys channel...

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Yeah we laughed a bit too hard at Mocha s demise😊😉

Finn, You're a Winner in all aspects of the game. You'll do Very well in life w the disciplines you have. Great Job!!! Best Wishes

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

You are right. Finn has a bright future where ever life takes him

@VicuSan

4 ай бұрын

Yes!!

I loved how you included both Finn and Declan in this one. I always crack up to any reference to Declan. He is such a good sport. Being a middle child is never easy but he takes it all in stride. This was a great vlog. Covered all the emotions with moody music to match. Great job everyone👏

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Yes I think some people don't quite get that about Declan. He's a classic understated good sport dude in many ways.

@VicuSan

4 ай бұрын

Indeed it is a great vlog and nice way including Finn (glad he is doing so well and yes, don't worry because everything happens for a reasson!) and Declan, the flying EMC. Great editting there!! (And Declan, woow, nice flight there!!) Enjoy! And Rob, that incident with the passport...glad it came allright soon enough. I did recognize myself there😅 Last, big yay for Andre, such a good patreon. Giving not only sustain but helping in the ship (or trying too haha) and giving you gadgets for external contact. The Kiwi Boys must be very pleased!! Thanks Andre, specially for showing us how those beautiful and funny drawings are made. The Cruissing & Artist Kiwis!! 😂👍 Safe journey, nice winds!

And here I thought I couldn’t get any more invested in the Kiwis story - and then the EMC goes and flies a plane. Now you’re covering all my hobbies. ✈️

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Aha that episode you made may inspire him.

Such a great episode! So many feelings, c’est la vie.. Finn you have so much to proud of and even more to look forward to. Rob and Rachel wish you two could parent the world. Amazing job, and thank you so much for sharing it all. ❤

@VicuSan

4 ай бұрын

👍👍👏👏👏

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Jolene. We are proud of Finn's achievements. The important thing now is how he responds. So far he seems to be doing OK 👍

Great to see Finn looking and hopefully feeling a little better. All this has been a big shock to his system and lifestyle but I am sure he will prevail in the end. Fantastic to see Declan flying. He is one determined individual. Andre seems to fit in well and is very generous. New Zealand is a beautiful country and it was great to see Rob and Finn together. Another wonderful and entertaining vlog. You tell it as it really is. You have my admiration for that. Keep well and safe. James.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support James.

Good job, Finn. Keep your head up. God is still on your side.😊

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you

Awesome editing, looks like Finn is doing great, stay positive, you got this under control. Great to see Declan, love the flying, and Ivan, love that haircut. Getting to see all you Kiwis always makes my day just so much better. And Andre seems to be a great addition to the crew, how long will he stay. I had to share this, hope it helps, I just so enjoy every time you post another video, wish I could do more to help.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you David. Andre was great crew. Thanks heaps for sharing

Sending positive energy to Finn, & our cat. Safe travels ❤

all the best to Finn so sad to see the team dump him like that instead of supporting him you will be okay all the best to you all

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Kerry. Finn is on the mend

12:50, It is so kool having a nosy cat around.

‘We all miss Declan at that point’ … still laughing! Andre fits right in. Also Go Finn!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Shane. Where is that boy when we need him!?

Good Finn, keep your confidence, there's always a through and you'll look back on these challenges one day knowing they made you stronger and who you are. God bless all of you.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Derek. It's all part of life huh

Mocha is always there to lend a paw!!

@someguy9778

4 ай бұрын

Claw

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Haha either or..

What a fantastic edit. Loved that it was not chopped off like "here we are on the boat" and "now we are with declan"... It was all integrated into one story. Wonderful. Thank you. :)

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

You're most welcome. Rachel enjoys her work and we all enjoy watching what she produces week in and week out.

@VicuSan

4 ай бұрын

👍👏👏

Love how you are keeping Finn and Declan updates ncluded. Great shots from the plane, Declan.

Great video. Great to see everyone is doing well, and well done Finn, you'll get there again! You're all awesome, looking forward to more!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Wiehan

Rob's the king of bad dad jokes :-) Cool to see ya's cruising again!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

That lame joke actually has a element of truth in it. When we were land lubbers I once had to drive half way to Auckland (Rob met me half way) Rob had arrived at the airport only to discover he had left his passport at home.

@sausage5849

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis I'd suspected there was a back story 🙂

Finn…keep rowing….rock on dude ….you’re great! Never forget that bud! Wow boys are finding their own way…..cool…. Empty nesters on a sailboat…can’t wait to see the future…as always FANTASTIC videos… Love it you guys❤ Luvs from Canada 🇨🇦 Roll on everyone 💥💥😎👍

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

I'm not ready to be an empty nester. Luckily Declan will be returning soon and Ivan has a couple of ten years left on the boat!

@VicuSan

4 ай бұрын

​@@TheCruisingKiwis👍👍 luckily for you, Rachel, and for us, more great vlogs! 😂 Finn said he might return anytime, no?

This episode made me really miss you guys! Life here has been busy! Not much time for the hobbies I love. Oh how I miss hanging out with you guys on the boat. Rob, that shirt can’t be that old! Im sure I sent it to Bali with Declan just the other day! Stay safe my friends.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

I now realise you were out first patron on board. Not Andre and not Graeme. You and Fritz. Good memories. Must be close to mandrin season!! Mmmmm mandarins.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

And we miss having you guys aboard too!

@lozzinozz8318

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis I hope we are friends too and not just patrons. We are a bit camera shy….

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

​@lozzinozz8318 of course Fritz is!😅

Thanks guys 😊

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Cheers Trev

Good work family. Nice to catch up on what you are all up to. Great to hear Finn is doing well, Declan is living the dream and you guys are back sailing 👌

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Cheers Pumpkin

Fab job of editing Rachel.

Another great episode!

Thank you for the video Rachael! Is nice to see everyone up and around sailing and getting back to the routine.. Hehehe. My grandmother had a name for women like you. "She is a woman with hair on her chest." 😅 my Lord!!! Thanks again for a lovely video. Tío Jaime

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you grandma! I'm hoping that means I am capable woman not an overly masculine one!

Ivan’s hair looks way better than the mullet 🤭

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Agreed

Excellent 😊 What a great family you guys are working together to support each other through the highs and lows in life that all families go through. Hats off to your parental skills and support. Another exciting vblog Entertainment at its finest. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to many more. Cheers from the Tron team 😊😊😊😊

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support Rob!

Great Video as always. Such a pleasure to watch!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much LLB

Love your constant reality guys. I’m Aussie and hubby kiwi. Good to see snippets of the land of the long white cloud and FNQ. You’re so lucky to be doing what you’re doing. Keep up the good work. ❤

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Lyndee. It was nice to see a bit of home.

Great video, again. Awesome to see Decĺan learning to fly. Hope you get some m9re good sailing. Thanks for sharing.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Frances

Still my favourite sailing channel. Looking forward to hearing more about Declan and learning to fly

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

We got it wrong Graeme. You were our first patron aboard. Indeed our first patron!

@erichyney6287

4 ай бұрын

Remember, Declan is the middle child. He's expendable. I'm just kidding. Maybe one day you might make it to the Miami Boat Show.

@graemepollett1641

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis I didn't pick up on that. Maybe I'll have to pay more attention. 😅 Great to see you back on the boat Rob

@1:28 - Ohope beach :) Instantly recognisable to me - I live there :) :)

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Yeah love it. Almost a good as the heads. 😊😉

IVAN IS A LIVING DOLL !!!!!!!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

He's a bit of a dude I reckon

And welcome aboard, Andre! Good seeing you. I envy your trip with the Hamills and hope to see more of you. Best regards..

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Andre has been an excellent boat guest. I think our Kiwi/British mayhem may have been a challenge for his German organisation.

Another great video from you all....!

Love watching your videos and the family dynamics. Thanks for sharing your life with us. I hope to meet you guys someday!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Maybe one day!

You know... having the family spread out like that may not be the easiest (for parents especially) but it is also inevitable. Interestingly and in my opinion, it does raise the viewability of your channel well above many of other seafarers fare... The 'we lived on a boat for x years' is great for starters but becomes repetitive. Between reporting from Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, your sensibility and the lack of clinginess, it all makes for pleasant watching!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Hank, you're right it's inevitable. Next time they are all on board we're going to lock them in. Either that or go to sea to remote island for ever😊

@hankguichelaar

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis 🤣😂🤣😂 Now that would kick things up a notch! lol. Here: "The Captive Kiwis"!!! I see 2 million followers in your future...

Loving the cat! Never thought of safety vest on cats! Keep on sailing!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

The vest works fantastically at stopping her in her tracks, otherwise she's out on the bimini jumping in and out of the sail bag and generally getting in the way

Beautiful area to sail.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Difficult to leave

Great editing. Great family. Great visitor 🇨🇦 ❤

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

It's the Te Pahu Toothbrush Fence! Whoop whoop! Heath Robinson would be proud of your Starlink setup. Very sadly,mat the moment I'm trying to rehome my cat. It's a bit gut wrenching. As you once said Rachel, it's the price you pay for love!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Oh no sorry hear that Owen!

@owenpotter2459

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis thank you. I'm actually off to Te Pahu tomorrow to pick up my new car. I've finally sold my Jeep. I'm going to meet a lovely couple in Matamata on the way over who would like to adopt her.

Thank God they don’t have smell-a-vision yet. I bet that anchor locker was on the nose 🤮 Hey Andre nice to meet you and thanks for the Starlink, now there’ll be no sufficient excuses why impromptu Patreon live streams aren’t happening😊 Did I hear the first one is going to be on Declan’s arrival back onboard?!? 😉

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Alright alright alright. It's on.

@lozzinozz8318

4 ай бұрын

Good idea! We need more live streaming!

4:30... as far as I could make it. Yup, I sent y'all a msg on Facebook. I"ll watch more when I'm able to focus a little. Miss you guys. Love your adventure.Helps me not think of ... 'things' ...

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Roger. I hope you're feeling better.

Ayyy! Tauranga local here too !

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Love the Mount, am absolute treasure of a place. Been to the top lately?

@conorbrown5679

4 ай бұрын

@TheCruisingKiwis not in a while, walk around it for physio though!

Hello from Canada! I absolutely love your channel! Rachel, you're amongst the best editors I've watched...seriously. Rob, I'm very interested in purchasing your books and documentary 'Brother Number One.' I've left my contact info in an email to you. Your boys are the truly blessed. I'm spreading the subscription word...you should be at 1M.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much David. Very much appreciate your kind thoughts. I've forwarded your email to Finn in nz asking him to get these in the post once confirmed sent I'll get back to you.

Another stunning anchorage, Green with envy! 🤢🤢,oh that's vomit 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Yay for Starlink!!!

👍

It's all been said before. Finn, mate life has a way of throwing a curve ball at you. How you handle that curve ball, determines where you go from here. To me, you look to be a pretty tough nut to crack, so away you go. Don't forget to write your list of priorities to getting to meeting your goals for full recovery. Then rewrite them. Again. Kia kaha. Good to see the rest of the crew together. Let us know how Declan gets on. Is it 50 hrs before he solos X country.? Again thank you for sharing. Take care.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you Bryan. Declan has a long way to go before he makes 50 hrs. Not sure his bank balance will stretch that far. He may have to join the military to get it done.

@bryanbadger6841

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis Fair comment. Atb.

Watching now, algorithm... juicy burgers at fifty seconds... now I'm hungry!

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Nom nom wish I had been there to taste them too. Rob

Tauranga I an excellent place for recovery Finn

Love to see the subscriber numbers slowly going up ! You guys definitely deserve it. Tell Finn to keep his chin up. Kerry from Texas

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you TO aka Kerry🙂

That's right Rob, you give heck to Finn for standing on a rottem beam and yet, in the wter, cleaning the anchor chain, Rachel is properly gered up and *************you***********?? Do you enjoy inviting disasters? Thank God you have a level headed German on board now (lol) maybe he and i can straighten you out? Ttfn Jim

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Andre is level headed for sure. Our Kiwi mayhem and procrastination was almost too much for him

@lets_go_see_

4 ай бұрын

water and geared up

14:04 nice transitioning

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very proud of Declan for getting out there and trying something new. Flying certainly seems to be his happy place.

@5:28 - Whakatane - Wairaka. Also, I sail with Barry on Centaurus on occasion. @11:30 - you can't own land in Thailand I thought; unless you are a citizen.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Doh! You're going to have to remind me who Barry is. I think westerners can only own 49% so yes locals only ultimately can buy

@woody6t1

4 ай бұрын

I’ll keep his name off here just to be ultra cautious.

Andre is a bit of a legend

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Yeah incredibly generous of him. He's also helped Finn with his rowing and is now giving Ivan creative design work to do on line . Amazing guy.

know i'm asking weird questions when the flight started there was a red propeller but when it landed it was white did you take 2 flights or was the propeller changed on the way

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

I actually took three flights Auckland to Sydney, Sydney to Kuala Lumpur and KL to Phuket.

I don’t think I could sell with my mom😂

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Your mother might enjoy it though🙂

Has Finn thought about coming back to the boat for a while to get his health back on track.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Yes he's up for that, depending on what happens next.

I think the EMC could be a pilot?

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

It looks like he's interested for sure

Finn seems to be doing better when he is able to gain some additional weight. I can understand the discipline and sacrifice he must undergo to compete in sports, but to me he seemed too underweight for his health. He seemed a lot more emotive and expressive, with his feelings coming back once he was able to eat a normal diet again. You need a certain amount of muscle mass on your body in order to perform normal biological functions. But, it all depends on how he feels and what he wants to do.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

I hear you Tolya. We didn't like seeing Finn so skinny either. That may all be behind him now.

:)

Andre; Du musst Rod im Auge behalten. Er hat die Absicht, sich selbst zu verletzen

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

Andre is safe with us!

@lets_go_see_

4 ай бұрын

@@TheCruisingKiwis 🤔 Not so sure

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

@@lets_go_see_ did you send me a KZread link?

@lets_go_see_

4 ай бұрын

yup! concerning the Muyamar Slave factory where crypto scamming is being performed on a large scale!

I am sure you have to be a citizen to buy land in Thailand.

@TheCruisingKiwis

4 ай бұрын

There are ways to buy land as a foreigner, but don't worry we're not buying.