Sailing Southeast Asia? Sure! Here are 5 reasons this couple chose this region for their boat life adventure
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Southeast Asia may seem like a long way from home if you’re from Argentina or from France, but for Phil and Iva it’s quite the opposite.
The couple met in Kuala Lumpur and quit their city jobs to pursue their dream of sailing and filming documentaries, you can follow their adventures on Instagram @philandiva.
Here are some reasons Phil and Iva picked Southeast Asia as destination for their sailing and boat life adventure and some beautiful places they discovered along the way.
Diversity at its core
They chose Southeast Asia for its incredible mix of cultures; it’s wild and diverse landscapes, the warmth of its people and the proximity of the destinations.
Short travel distances
One of the best things about Southeast Asia is the small distances between each amazing destination, as a traveller everything is within reach once you are in the area. Phil and Iva moved onto their sailboat Dali in 2012 and began sailing the West Coast of Thailand.
Paradise Landscapes
In the Butan Group they found pristine, uninhabited corners of paradise. Further north brought them Phang Nga Bay and it’s majestic limestone cliffs rising out from the water.
Phil and Iva wanted to explore further. They left Phuket and sailed for four nights to arrive in the Andaman Islands of India.
Tropical weather and tropical cultures
The Andaman Islands proved to them yet again that Southeast Asia was full of wonders and a surprising mix of tropical cultures. These immaculate islands strewn in the Bay of Bengal left them speechless.
Phil and Iva were hooked. Instead of continuing west as most sailors do, their curiosity pulled them south and back into the heart of Southeast Asia. This time, they sailed head first for Indonesia and before they knew it, eight months had gone by as they marveled at the wonders of this exceptional country.
Nature wonders
Southeast Asia has all a traveler could ask for, mystery, white sand beaches, some of the world’s most powerful volcanoes, lush jungle and rich mangroves, modern cities, and timeless temples. Inspired by region’s beauty and its people, Phil and Iva are currently filming their series Dreamcatchers in the heart of Borneo.
Dreamcatchers documentary was inspired by some incredible characters from all walks of life, that Phil and Iva met on their journey through Southeast Asia: from a couple surfing in Indonesia to a young conservation specialist. Phil and Iva decided to name them “Dreamcatchers” and put them at the center of the documentary series they produce.
“Dreamcatchers” delivers a powerful message: they urge those who are unhappy to be brave, to follow their heart and aim head first towards their dream.
The first season of their documentary series Dreamcatchers starts airing this June in the Philippines, with more channels to come!
Also Read:
- The 8 Best Places to Visit in Southeast Asia
- 10 Breathtakingly Beautiful Places in Asia To Visit Before You Die
- My Time in Southeast Asia: From Thailand to Vietnam by Road, Train, and Boat
- Beaches in Southeast Asia – Top suggestions for all types of traveller
