Get inspired by Marsel van Oosten and his work that seems to transcend the reality. Home - The Numinous - Marsel van Oosten Marsel van Oosten – A true adventurer April-2021 We all try to preserve some of our great memories through photography. It is no secret to the world that Marsel van Oosten is one of the greatest photographers in the world and recently we had the outstanding opportunity to ask him some questions about his work. Find more about the man behind the lens and get inspired for your next shots. After graduating from the Academy of Arts with a BA in Art Direction and Graphic Design, Dutch-born Marsel van Oosten started a career in advertising. As an Art Director at various renowned agencies, he won numerous awards for his work, amongst which are one silver and two gold Lions at the prestigious International Advertising Festival in Cannes. The acclaimed television commercial for a Dutch nature conservation organization is an excellent representation of both his creative and emotional approach to communication, as well as for his love for the natural world and his concerns in relation to the environment. Marsel’s images are famed for his mastery of composition, lighting, colour, and perspective. In his work he tries to simplify and to get rid of the extraneous – simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. In addition to winning the Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Travel Photographer of the Year, and International Nature Photographer of the Year (twice), his awards include a First Prize in the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year, a First Prize in Nature’s Best International Photography Awards, twice the First Prize in the Travel Photographer of the Year, and several awards in Wildlife Photographer of the Year. His images are featured in galleries and museums, used worldwide in advertising and design, and he is a regular contributor to National Geographic. Where does your passion for photography comes from? I've always been a lover of nature. When I was a kid, I frequently went with my parents into the woods for long walks. At home we often watched films and documentaries about animals. Yet it took a long time before I started taking photography seriously. I didn't like it at art school, so then I ignored the subject. After graduating in graphic design and art direction, I got a job as an art director at a large advertising agency. In the fifteen years that followed, I collaborated extensively with selected photographers to shoot my campaigns. As a result, I was regularly on photo shoots and I learned a lot from that. I also learned to appreciate photography a lot more, and in the end, I bought a camera to take pictures during vacations. I soon found out that my photos weren't very good and I decided to look into it in more detail. Then it became a serious hobby that eventually got completely out of hand. The last three years of my career in advertising I had my own advertising agency which was quite stressful. Nature photography became the way to escape that stress for me. At one point I wondered if I couldn't be a better photographer because it seemed to make me a lot happier. When did you start combining photography with adventure? When my wife and I went on our honeymoon, we opted for a safari in Tanzania. For me that was the first time that I set foot in Africa, and the first time that I photographed wildlife. It made an undeniable impression on me, and from that moment on I was sure that I wanted to make it my job. I knew that would not be easy because fifteen years ago there was not much money to be made in my photography genre. During a brainstorming session with my wife, Daniella, we decided to organize special wildlife photography trips all over the world. At that time, this only happened on a very small scale, so we saw many opportunities there. It turned out to be the right choice because business has been going very well from the beginning of our company. Our starting point has always been that we only do things that make us happy. That has turned out to be a good strategy. When we no longer like a trip, we throw it out, even if it is financially unwise to do so. We both love photography, animals and nature, and travel, so this is the perfect combination for us. What is the most spectacular expedition / travel experience that you ever had? It is difficult to compare journeys because they are all very special in their own way. Our expedition in the Sahara through Algeria, Libya and Chad was really spectacular. I would like to do that again when peace has returned to the region. My most recent expedition to Socotra, Yemen, was also a special experience. Although there is a civil war raging the journey was by no means harmful. What is your dream voyage? In the end I would like to drive an overland truck around the world again, in search of unknown pieces of wilderness. (Now a question everyone wants to know ) What is your perfect camera setup to photograph wildlife? There is no perfect setup because the animals and the circumstances always differ. If animals are very shy, then I need long telephoto lenses, but if they are relaxed, I can sometimes even use a wide-angle lens. In principle, I love to show animals in their natural habitat, with a lot of attention to the beauty that surrounds them. My ideal nature photo is actually a beautiful landscape photo with an animal in it. That means that I prefer to shoot with shorter lenses because then I can show more of the landscape. A 24-70 / 2.8 or a 70-200 / 2.8 are ideal lenses for this. But in practice I mostly use my 180-400 / 4.0 with built-in 1.4x teleconverter for my animal photography. Usually, it is not possible to get close enough to wild animals to use short lenses. Is there anything exciting in the calendar for the future? Absolutely. I am currently working on a new book: MOTHER (a Tribute to Mother Earth). It will be a visual ode to nature and an overview of my best work of the past 15 years. No fewer than 394 pages and 244 photos, so a really bulky book. I've been working on it for over 10 months now, and I'm very happy with the result. It will be available worldwide on April 22. In addition, we had to postpone all our photo trips from 2020 to 2021 and 2022, while those years were almost full. For us, the upcoming two years will be all about non-stop travel and photography with a number of new destinations that we are very much looking forward to. I also have some personal projects in the waiting room, but they will have to stay there for the time being. < Previous Article Next Article >

The 66 meters shadow vessel truly opens the door to great adventure. Fun has no boundaries. Home - The Numinous - Hodor Hodor June-2020 With spectacular tenders, toys, professional diving equipment and aircraft facilities, this 66 meters shadow vessel truly opens the door to great adventure. As one of 2019’s most anticipated unveilings, Hodor triggers great excitement in the world of yachting with its fleet of extraordinary toys that truly makes the guests experience unforgettable. But the super exciting part is Hodor’s capabilities to access the most remote areas, where we can create unique underwater exploration, helicopter trips and have a wide selection of recreational gadgets to our disposal for both water and land excursions. It’s the first launch in the Shadow Cat series from Australian design firm Incat Crowther, built to support the 87m Lonian superyacht. With its ingenious multihull design, it adheres any demands without sacrificing any of its nautical capabilities. A special IMO Tier 3 compliant exhaust cleaning system reduces greenhouse gasses emitted by the vessel. Apart from two Humphree active interceptors on the stern which reduces pitching motions while underway, no additional stabilisation systems needed to be installed on Hodor given the inherent stability provided by the hull design. Every inch of Hodor is fully customised, as designers and naval architects of the project worked closely with the vessel’s owner who was in search to extend recreational capabilities and additional supplies such as crew and equipment. This specific design really puts deck and storage space to another dimension and provides an incredible stability and efficiency on the water while maintaining the uttermost comfort. What to find on Board Hodor comes with its own advanced dive centre, which is fully equipped with compressors, NITROX and O2 facilities and a decompression chamber in the yacht’s hospital. Operates with 20 crew members, all of whom are accommodated for in double and twin ILO-compliant quarters. Hodor’s strength lies in its ability to safely carry a fleet of five tenders on its aft decks and to deal with helicopter operations with a D-value fully certified helicopter landing pad of 16m that can accommodate helicopters up to 6t such as one of our favourite helicopters the EC145. The large knuckle boom and twin beam cranes stand ready to launch and receive a variety of tenders, the largest of which being a 17 meters long chase boat with four high-performance outboard engines. Besides all that adrenaline fuelled tenders you will find Hodor’s own submarine, fully prepared to offer you a truly unique and immersive experience, exploring the hidden depths of the ocean. If you think this is it, a little bit further below the deck of this adventurer’s toy box you will find jet skis, all-terrain vehicles and dune buggies. Having Hodor accompanying you on your voyage, you are in for a great and unique adventure. < Previous Article Next Article >

Find more about Carlo Huisman, his passion for sailing and his remarkable career. Home - The Numinous - Carlo Huisman Carlo Huisman March-2021 Last week, on the other side of the world, in New Zealand, Carlo Huisman and the Emirates Team New Zealand won the American Cup for the second time in a row – a sailing trophy that has been competing for 170 years and it is the most prestigious prize in the sailing sport. This 36th edition was even more special, once that the spectacular race happened in front of their own home audience, in Waitemata Harbour in Auckland, City of Sails. Past January, we had the amazing opportunity to ask Carlo some questions, and now you can get to know more about this incredible talented sailor, the sailing sport and about New Zealand itself. Carlo Huisman started sailing when he was around 6 years old on the Friese Meren (lakes in the north of The Netherlands ). His dad used to take him and his older brother for sailing trips on platbodems (flat bottom sailing boat ), which in combination with the sailing camps during the summer period made him develop outstanding sailing skills. When Carlo was eleven years old, he started to get more competitive and by the time he turned 16, him and his brother were training in a 470 (double-handed monohull) and competing on a national level. It ended as quickly as it started, until he got invited to join a short offshore race, the Lighthouse Race – that was a turning point and when he really started to enjoy sailing on another level and began to sail exclusively sailing yachts. Today, Carlo Huisman has been a professional sailor for about six years, but he already has a trophy cabinet that only a few can match. He is known as one of the most gifted sailors in the world and together with his Emirates Team New Zealand he won not once but twice, one of the oldest and legendary regattas in the world of sailing – the 35th and the 36th edition of the America Cup – but he also won the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with record holder Super Maxi Wild Oats; the Med on a Maxi 72; and he participated in the notorious Volvo Ocean Race with Team Brunel. Where does the passion and love for sailing come from? I started sailing at a young age and loved being out on the water. Sailing is a challenging sport which I really enjoy. I have played many different sport’s, but none give me as many challenges as sailing. I think this is the main reason I’ve always come back to sailing, I really believe it’s the most complete and ultimate challenge. You live in the beautiful country of New Zealand, full of exceptional environments. Did you already picked a favourite place to find tranquillity? New Zealand is fantastic and without a doubt one of the best places in the world. I would say my favourite place is the Hauraki Gulf where we train daily with Emirates Team New Zealand. The sailing conditions are perfect, and the scenery is as well. Three years ago, you won the 35th edition of the prestige America Cup, directly after you got selected by Bouwe Bekking for Team Brunel to sail the most challenging race in the world, The Volvo Ocean Race. How was that experience? I was extremely happy to get the opportunity to be part of a Volvo campaign. I never thought I would accomplish this same as the America’s Cup, but it was always a dream of mine. To be able to do both of these amazing sailing challenges back-to-back was unbelievable. Also, the quality of the campaigns I was joining could not be better. First the AC with Emirates Team New Zealand, which is an extremely experienced and well organized team. Then to join Bouwe Bekking for a Volvo, I learned so much from him and he is a fantastic skipper. It was pretty full on. The Volvo was a completely different challenge from the AC. During the AC you work extremely hard, but you still have your moments where you relax and can put your attention and mind to other things. The Volvo I found completely takes over your life and there is nothing else. You put your personal life on hold and focus completely on the race. It’s an extreme challenge and without a doubt the hardest thing I have ever done. We had some pretty bad weather during our lap, to my surprise I never got seasick. The biggest struggle was probably managing sleep. I got better at it after the first few legs but in the beginning I struggled with the lack of sleep a lot. From the start of Cape Town, I really started to enjoy the race a lot more and get comfortable in my role. The Southern Ocean legs and Transat were my favourite, and I liked the equator legs the least. In the end every leg had something special and the highs and lows often follow each other closely. Obviously, I was pretty green when I joined, I had done some offshore races but nothing like the Volvo. It’s quite intimidating but I like a challenge and tried to learn as much as I could from my teammates. It was nice to be part of Team Brunel with some others coming straight out of the AC like me, Peter Burling and Kyle Langford. Seeing them struggle in the beginning made me accept my own mistakes better as well. The way we developed as a team was something pretty special and I have a lot of respect for Bouwe that he kept us together even though the first legs weren't very good. You sailed the famous Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with a record holder Wild Oats Maxi Yacht - how did you experience this in comparison with sailing a VO65? When they asked me to become bowman for Wild Oats, I was very happy but also intimidated by the role. I knew that it was going to be different from the VO65 and that I would join a very experienced and close team. The guys on the boat sailed together for many years and are all like family. In the beginning it was a bit difficult to mix in and also to learn all the aspects of the boat only a few weeks before the race started. The boat is pretty technical, and you have to communicate very well with the other crew to avoid mistakes. Things can go bad pretty quickly if you make a small mistake or get the timing wrong. After sailing a practice race, we made some significant changes to the boat and sail wardrobe that made it both perform better and also a lot easier to manage the work on the bow. I was impressed that the team and skipper were happy to listen to my feedback. Before there were some peels that were an absolute nightmare. The boat is extremely skinny on the bow and you literally don’t have enough room for the sails, so you have to manage this very carefully. The few days practice we had and changes we made proved crucial because it was a very close race. To sail my first Hobart with Wild Oats and win the Line Honours was unreal, the team did a great job. I feel very fortunate to get all these opportunities and always try to do the very best that I can. What is your favourite highlight so far? I have so many great moments that it would be hard to pick one. Winning the Cup, winning the Southern Ocean Leg with Brunel, becoming world champion with Maxi72 Momo. I just want to keep going and keep improving as a sailor. The world is in the grasp of COVID-19, but gradually there is some light at the end of the tunnel. What is next for you? I have several pretty exciting things lined up for after the Cup but some of it depends on how Covid develops. If the situation becomes better, I’m sure I will be doing a lot of sailing during the European summer. 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When lowered, the fold down terraces on both sides of the main deck give the unique sensation of gliding over the water when underway. Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Big Fish Big Fish Guests: 10 Year: 2010 Length: 45m Cabins: 5 Crew: 10 Price: From €160.000/week An explorer yacht truly built and designed to take you to the most remote places on earth, Big Fish feels herself equally home in the Arctic North-East Passage as in the Caribbean. Defined by her modern styling and high standard of luxury and comfort she is also very much an explorer with technical innovations. From the floor to ceiling windows and wide-open spaces created a natural light spectacle. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings, and sumptuous seating feature throughout create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere. The bridge deck suite has 180º unrestricted views through massive side and aft facing windows that also open to a private deck. No matter where you find yourself onboard you can savour the same beautiful views from the saloon as from the dining area. Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. This custom displacement yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. She features “at anchor stabilisers” which work at zero speed to increase onboard comfort at anchor and on rough waters. They spend an incredible amount of time into reducing environmental impact and energy consumption. That has made her one of the most luxurious, innovative, eco and charter-friendly expedition vessel on the market. For example, the lighting throughout the vessel uses LED technology and the exhaust systems are used to heat water. Efficiency twinned with a 96.000-litre fuel capacity provides a range of 10.000 nautical miles. Highlights PADI certified Big Fish has an extensive dive setup, including a decompression chamber, custom 7.9m dive boat and with state-of-the-art dive gear that includes lift bags and underwater photography equipment. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 1x 7.8m Custom M&W Tender 10x Sets of Dive Gear 1x 4.2m Explorer RIB 2x Wake Boards 1x Kneeboard 6x Kayaks 2x Windsurfers 3x Kite Board Sets 5x Paddle Boards 3x SeaDoo Jetskis GTI130 Water Ski Gear Snorkelling Gear Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

If you share our enduring passion to adventure and explore the most astonishing parts of our beautiful planet. Home - The Numinous - Horizon On the Horizon March-2020 If you share our enduring passion to adventure and explore the most astonishing parts of our beautiful planet then you are in the right place. Throughout these difficult Covid-19 times, we must make a pause on our journeys around the world. However, our heart never stops racing for the next adventure and together, we can start designing your next voyage. Get in touch with us and let’s come together through a video call and use the little extra time available and put it to a good use – travelling! Let´s keep the mind active, look forward and craft unique adventures to astonishing destinations. We continue to create exciting new travel itineraries for who is looking to travel later this year or beyond. The designing strategy of Voyages & Journeys allow us to bring your travel dreams to reality, providing highly personalised services. Below we describe the steps of our planning strategy: In the beginning of each Voyages & Journeys adventure, vacation, we begin with a primary inspiration meeting, video call or phone call, where we get to know each other, your family or your travel companions. These are critical details to us. Now that we can no longer meet each other we will contact you through Video Call Voyages & Journeys has unique journeys with a rich and marvellous portfolio, our travel professionals have amazing ideas, inspiration and together, you will design and plan each detail into perfection to create your dream vacation / journey. With video calling, a riches of life-changing footage we will help you visualise your journey. We can design a stream of travel itineraries for multiple voyages / just that one astonishing adventure. We are in close contact with multiple global travel associations to see when we can start off our journeys. The moment we see that the travel restrictions are being lifted as countries begin to re-open borders and those areas are opening doors to tourism once again. Accompaniment to our professional organization, we will define astonishing, unique experiences that will establish that your journey will be one-of-a-kind and will have the purpose that you are looking for. It’s this enduring passion what makes each voyage absolutely unique for the modern voyager. < Previous Article Next Article >

We wish to collect incomparable experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime and to develop a better understanding about the natural world. Home - About Us - Travel with Us Travel with Us We are here to take you to the ends of the world and guide you through the most bespoke paradises out there. For us, travel is more than a passion, it is an educational tool to learn more about ourselves, our planet and its biodiversity, truly enhancing every single experience. Born from the passion of two founders who travel across the world, they are set out to transform luxury travel, and in Vanessa’s own words “there are so many more possibilities than people realise at first”. During our journeys, we have visited breathtaking places and interact with cultures that help us to understand different perspectives, providing us life-changing moments. What surprised us off-guard is the impact our presence had on the local community and environment. Through our travels in Sumatra (Indonesia) we have visited the UNESCO World Heritage Leuser ecosystem – the last place on earth where tigers, elephants, orangutans, and rhinos live together in the wild. The FKL rangers that guided us through the dense jungle showed us the magical bond between wildlife and their ecosystem and the importance of protecting it. Unfortunately, we could also witness the destruction of their ecosystem, illegal poaching and impacts of heavy industries; it’s an image not possible to forget. Moments like these makes us aware of how impactful it is to explore with purpose, and Voyages & Journeys reflects our own values and experiences. Moments created by your inspiration What do you like? What do you dislike? What is your passion? What are you curious about? These are some of the questions that come into the equation when planning a perfect trip. We really want to know it all. We always start with an introduction meeting under the joy of a lunch, a drink or through a video call to explain who we are and then we start with a blank sheet of paper, where we start to create your journey based entirely around your inspiration. We pride ourselves to create every journey or spectacular adventure from scratch, we do not work with static itineraries and the plan is interactive and flexible. Your inspiration lays down the direction we create the incomparable route that challenges the most knowledgeable traveller. Our expertise makes it possible Whether it is sailing to Antarctica to witness the Solar Eclipse, going on a diving expedition around the Cocos Islands, guiding you to the far edges of Lapland, or through the wilderness of British Columbia; we understand more than ever that it takes a team of world experts to please the truly curious minds. Archaeologists, astronomers, anthropologists, marine biologists, professional photographers, naturalists and amazing conservation projects, the list goes on. Together with our unique network of specialists and industry partners, we outmanoeuvre the most challenging obstacles and turn them into exciting opportunities. Every day we set out to find the new and exciting Charles Darwin's theory of evolution states that evolution happens by natural selection. Individuals in a species show variation in physical characteristics. (…) As a consequence those individuals most suited to their environment survive and, given enough time, the species will gradually evolve. This is a good analogy for the love for travelling. There is always something new and exciting to discover and to experience. In Jasper’s own words “It’s a hunger that never stills”. Every day we communicate with specialists and local communities, and go in search of the extraordinary, to see how we can access the world’s most remarkable locations and create unforgettable experiences. During our journeys we always try to understand how we could assist the local community and conservation projects, to make sure that the environment and community can benefit from our travels. Founded in 2017 and continuously raising the bar Day in day out, year after year, we are continuously developing our knowledge, opening more and more doors (closed for most), developing adventures that are not for the faint-hearted and journeys that connect the 7 continents with our oceans. We provide our clients with experiences that turn into memories and stories that last a lifetime and voyages unlike anything they have experienced before.

For the sail and action fanatics among us that are in search for the ultimate sailing adventure in the Med. Home - The Numinous - Balearic Islands Sailing the Balearic Islands September-2023 Combine high performance sailing with the holy trinity of the Balearics archipelago. White sand and the azure sea. Experience the thrill of world’s famous regatta and discover the hidden gems of these islands peaceful cruising under sail. Elevate your charter adventure to memories of a lifetime. Explore the 1.723km of Balearic coastline - that’s as much as Portugal. We created a unique itinerary along some of the 375 beaches, including a visit to Sa Calobra - Mallorca’s wild child; kayak into pristine sand hidden beaches and paddle through a natural amphitheatre of cliffs; anchor off a serene beach on Formentera like Playa Migjorn or the famous Illetes beach front where the only beach club is the one on your yacht or kitesurf off Playa de Llevant. We created this itinerary for the sail and action fanatics among us that are in search for the ultimate sailing adventure in the Med, and the cherry on top of the cake will be watching the final of the 37th America’s Cup edition in Barcelona up close. Start your voyage at the beautiful Port de Sant Antoni in Ibiza. The destinations were thought in a way that the sailing routes are short but ideal to hit that perfect 30º angle. Like this you will have all the time to fully enjoy the amazing beach fronts and hotspots along the islands but also all the diving hotspots for incredible diving adventures. On Ibiza, hit the vineyards on Italian Vespa motorbikes or Formentera, make use of one of the water toys to a beach club. Head to the lost Balearic Island, Cabrera, explore this vast fragrant island, uninhabited but for 12 park rangers. Snorkel around the 19 islets set within a 100km2 protected zone. Spot cetaceans, fin whales, risso's dolphins, and humpbacks whales. It’s pure and unrefined nature. The next morning, wake up in Eastern Mallorca, where life is a beach. Cala Barca means tranquil mornings, breezy lunches and gorgeous sunsets combined with sundowners. Set sail to Menorca’s most beautiful beaches, Cala Mitjaneta and Cala Trebalúger, where the footprints at sunrise are yours alone. Explore Menorca’s quiet coastline by sea kayak or hop ashore for mountain biking. The sunset at Cova d’en Xoroi is truly phenomenal, this location has cocktail bars built into cliffs and a disco that rocks until dawn. The next morning enjoy your breakfast with a view on the incredible cliffs of the UNESCO-protected peninsula Cap de Formentor. Head out on a tender and discover the cave diving. Rock climb above the ocean. Snorkel on locations with scorpionfish and rainbow wrasse. Continue the voyage through Valldemossa Marina to a Balearic Eden, Dragonera Island, where the diving is epic and is Guarded by geckos and falcons, its natural treasure surrounded by two shipwrecks on 30m depth. The next morning Wake up in Andratx, a gorgeous natural harbour ringed by pine forest. Explore Mallorca’s most feral corner by 4x4 atv. Together with your onboard V&J specialist head to Cala d'Egos. This sandy swoosh is secreted between crashing cliffs. Overnight we will set sail to Port Vell, Barcelona to witness the greatest final of the sailing regattas, the America’s Cup. < Previous Article Next Article >

We wish to collect incomparable experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime and to develop a better understanding about the natural world. Home - About Us - Explore with Purpose Explore with Purpose Besides our passion for high adrenaline adventures, and our love for learning about other cultures, traditions, and their history; the main reason we founded V&J is that with every itinerary or high octane levelled adventure we really strive to make a difference. When you travel with us you are supporting the planet, you can learn and assist hands-on in conservation projects, support antipoaching unites, wildlife orphanages and sanctuaries that protect the wildlife with their own life and make a difference. We create remarkable journeys and private events among the most exceptional destinations, bachelor parties, birthdays, honeymoons, family reunions, a break with friends, or any other adventure. Nevertheless, we never neglect the ethics of travelling, the impact on the local community and environment. Leaving a positive impact with your presence is what we can define as responsible travel. Clients that travel with V&J are very seasoned travellers, and walk with the question, what’s next? That’s exactly where we specialized ourselves in, to go beyond the exceptional. We combine the client’s inspiration and create itineraries combining educational and unforgettable entertainment that shows what meaningful conservation efforts look like and offers knowledge that enhances the whole experience. Some of our activities can include: assisting in restoring coral reefs in the Maldives or the Fiji Islands; head into the African bush and help veterinarians and rangers with ear notching rhinos in South Africa; visit pioneering wildlife orphanages that rescue, protect and rehabilitate elephants, rhinos and many other wildlife in Kenya; discover the beauty of our underwater world such as the Cocos Islands or the South Pacific together with marine biologists and scientists and experience first-hand about the conservation of ocean life; or even volunteer and help in the conservation of sea turtles in São Tomé & Principe. “Sadly, there are still a lot of so-called sea turtle experiences where tourists are allowed to engage in activities that represent a serious problem and are not really helpful.” – Vanessa Mestre Through the last years we build a unique network of wildlife scientists, veterinarians, rangers, wildlife photographers and conservation projects that are experts in handling wildlife, so that you can interact with them on a way that you have never imagined before, and in a safe manner – creating truly life changing experiences. Our ecosystems don’t just accommodate wildlife and beautiful sceneries, they also include local communities. Out of our experience, conservation efforts have the ultimate effect when the affected communities actively support and lead the work themselves. For example, in Kenya, locals that used to poach wildlife for their own survival are re-educated into rangers or wildlife day care workers that dedicated their lives now to conservation and preservation of wildlife and their environment; or the inhabitants of the Maldives of Moorea in Fiji that are restoring complete coral reefs; or even in in São Tomé & Principe, where former fishermen that used to hunt turtles are now part of the team that helps to preserve the species. However, like we all are aware, most of the times in some countries there are funding constrains. To travel responsible or to “explore with purpose” helps and supports the much-needed protection efforts, such as training, or fund gear, food, supplies and maintenance for wildlife orphanages. By travelling with V&J you fund these conservation organisations and empower local communities to participate in and benefit from conservation.

Among her impressive equipment, Octopus also includes two fully operational helipads with enough hangar space to bring two helicopters inside. Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Octopus Octopus Guests: 12 Year: 2003 Refit: 2021 Length: 126.2m Cabins: 13 Crew: 42 Price: From €2.000.000/week The mighty M.Y. Octopus, this 126m exploration yacht is actually in her own league. A renowned world-class cruiser and one of the most well-travelled yachts in the world, she is the pinnacle explorer yacht for those seeking a proven “go anywhere, do anything” platform for discovery. This proven world explorer is the ultimate in luxury adventure, allowing intrepid dreams to become a reality. For the audacious and daring, nothing is off limits. With an ice-class hull, two helipads, a huge toy list including seven tenders, a submarine, and even her own marina, she’s the perfect base from which to launch our extensive land and sea explorations. As you know science and conservation is as important as the comfort and luxury onboard, In the past, she has been a hub for oceanographic explorers searching for lost shipwrecks and maritime artifacts, what gives the perfect platform do perform research and assist in conservation projects while enjoying your adventure. As well is the new owner very keen to continue this legacy of marine protection and discovery. Whatever we through at her bow, Octopus is more than fully equipped for your every challenge. From the bridge deck’s vast swimming pool to the gym and wellness area, cinema, library, observation lounge, and glass-bottomed aquarium, no matter the occasion or how you feel, you’ll find it onboard. After the long expeditionary days in the elements, you’ll find a comfortable home away from home. Octopus can accommodate 12 guests across three decks, with multiple accommodation possibilities for families, groups of friends, or researchers across a lavish master suite – complete with private elevator and observation deck–two VIP apartments, and seven double and three twin staterooms. And yet, despite her size, guests have described her as feeling cosy, a perfect setting for intimate groups and conversation. With the Octopus the only limit is your imagination. Highlights Extraordinary access Among her impressive equipment, Octopus also includes two fully operational helipads with enough hangar space to bring two helicopters inside. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 7x Tenders 6x Kayaks 4x Wave Runners 3x Surf Boards 3x Windsurfers 4x SUP Boards 4x Kiteboards 3x Wakeboards 2x Helipads Full Spread of Inflatables Dive Centre with Full Gear Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

A superyacht committed to pioneering oceanographic research and equipped with specialized scientific equipment. Home - The Numinous - REV Ocean REV Ocean is on a Mission November-2020 How to define REV Ocean REV Ocean is a 183 meters state-of-the-art expedition superyacht that will be committed to pioneering the world for oceanographic research. She will be equipped with specialized scientific equipment never seen before on a superyacht. Onboard you will find eight cutting-edge research laboratories, a fully equipped dive centre and a crane attached to a trawl that will enable her to catch pelagic samples on a responsible and safe way and release the samples 3000 metres below sea level. She will be equipped with a highly advanced range of submersibles, both autonomous and remotely operated, for extreme underwater exploration. They will be easy to launch and to recover via a 7.7 x 5 meters opening in the hull known as a Moonpool. Alongside the research space, which equates to roughly 15 tennis courts, she will have all the amenities that yacht charter guests would expect on a yacht of this calibre, including three pool areas, well-equipped gym facilities and a spa and wellness zone. There will be a 36-person auditorium on board, plus 2 helipads, an on-board helicopter and its own hangar. The force behind REV Ocean Kjell Inge Røkke is the owner and driving force behind REV Ocean. Røkke grew up close to the VARD shipyard in the little fishing town of Brattvag where currently the REV Ocean is going through her final assembly. He learned to fish in the Norwegian waters and began his career as a deckhand on board a fishing trawler in Alaska. He launched his business career with the purchase of a 21 meters trawler in the United States in 1982, and gradually built a leading worldwide fisheries business owning his own fleet of fishing vessels and American Seafoods company. He became the largest stakeholder in Aker ASA and serves as chairman of Aker ASA, as well as a director of Aker BP, Kværner, Ocean Yield, Aker BioMarine and Aker Energy. Røkke's family has lived for many years in Molde, a small town just across the water from Brattvag and he is a well-known member of the local community. Juuni Vatne, Marketing Coordinator at VARD shipyard, commented: “I think it’s a lot of pride to be here, back home, to build this vessel.” The vision of REV Ocean Mr. Røkke’s motivation to construct and fund REV Ocean comes from a lifelong reliance on the ocean. Fishing is how he initially made his fortune; and now it’s time to give back. Building REV Ocean is philanthropy in its finest form. Also, with REV Ocean he wants to encourage yacht owners go down a similar route, then his legacy will live on for decades to come. Fishing is a vital profession to Norway’s economy as a whole, with fish being one of the country’s largest exports. Norway is leading the way in the fight against climate change, with the country listed among the greenest on the planet and the second-most eco-friendly country in the world. There is an impressive team to helm the REV Ocean research team. Nina Jensen, the former head of the World Wide Fund for Nature in Norway, has been appointed the Chief Executive of REV Ocean and Oxford University's leading marine conservation scientist Alex Rogers has joined the team as Science Director. Creating the opportunity to give back REV Ocean's primary function is oceanographic research and analysis. For many research teams and scientists, the cost of hiring research vessels with similar facilities is prohibitive. Lawrence Hislop, Communication Manager at REV Ocean, define the opportunity as “The idea is to get developing countries interested in the research work as well, [giving] opportunities to scientists in Africa, Asia, Latin America, who normally wouldn’t be able to [conduct research] on a yacht like this.” This unique funding model means that charterers can directly impact positive change. By chartering REV Ocean, they will be making these research missions possible. However, she will also be available to charter to companies like ours, Voyages & Journeys, looking for an expedition adventure. These independent charters will fund directly the research missions, allowing scientists to undertake pioneering research free of charge. This is a unique opportunity for clients to accompany the research teams, participating in research and observing the work being carried out in front of them. “The main point of having this vessel is to go out and do scientific research work. And the business model is to get people to [charter REV Ocean] and follow the research work and going to beautiful parts of the world." explains Lawrence Hislop, Communication Manager at REV Ocean. REV Ocean is planning to invite up to 400 marine scientists per year to spend three to four weeks each on board studying how to protect the ocean from climate change, overfishing and plastic waste. For the REV Ocean team, “healing the ocean with data” is a core part of their ethos. By allowing the most advanced oceanographic study tools to be accessed by research teams across the globe, the initiative hopes to create a global ocean data platform for the common good. First expeditions to take place When completed, REV Ocean will set sail on her maiden voyage to Svalbard for her first scientific mission in 2021. Then will be setting course to New York in the autumn, in a journey that will coincide with the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. It is thought she may be positioned outside the United Nations Headquarters on the East River throughout the course of the event. Heading further south towards clearer oceans of the Caribbean, she will be heading towards the Galapagos archipelago, where opportunities are optimal for studying marine life. This island chain is home to hundreds of fish species, and REV Ocean intents to put her eco-harvesting system for live catch and release of biomass and pelagic samples to good use. She is also expected to head to the Indian Ocean, cruising around the islands of the Seychelles and the Maldives. Part of her hydrographic analysis in this region will be cantered around hydrothermal vents, which are clustered around the Central Indian Ridge between the two archipelagos. Voyages & Journeys will keep you updated on the progress of REV Ocean. If, at any time, you are interested in more information about our expeditions please get in touch with us. 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The most legendary exploration yacht is available for charter and ready to receive new challenges. Home - The Numinous - M.Y. Octopus M.Y. Octopus October-2021 We are so excited to announce that since her launch in 2003 the legendary 126m mega yacht Octopus is available for charter. This proven world explorer is truly the most ultimate in luxury adventure, allowing the most seasoned adventurous dreams become a reality. Octopus is one of the most bold and progressive exploration yachts ever build, being one of the world’s largest yachts, this is a unique opportunity to experience this beast in the most harsh and exceptional environments. Whatever your desires are, you will find her fully equipped for every situation in her path. From the bridge deck’s vast swimming pool to the gym and wellness area, cinema, library, observation lounge, and glass- bottomed aquarium, no matter the occasion or your inclination, you’ll find it onboard. There is even a fully fitted dive centre with a hyperbaric chamber, wetsuits and nitrox capabilities. For the adventurous and fearless, nothing is off limits. With an ice-class hull, two helipads, a huge toy list including a sail-in garage with seven tenders, ROV, and even her own marina, she’s the perfect base from which to launch your extensive land and sea adventures. Onboard, science is just as important as luxury. In the past, she has been a hub for oceanographic explorers searching for lost shipwrecks and maritime artifacts. During your expeditionary days in the elements, you’ll find yourself in the most comfortable home away from home, surrounded by endless decks, and interior spaces, her 12 guest rooms all come finished to the highest attention to detail. The owner’s-deck master features an exclusive-use elevator, while further highlights include a cinema, spa, glass-bottomed observation lounge and a heated swimming pool with a retractable glass floor. And yet, despite her size, guests have described her as feeling cosy, a perfect setting for intimate groups and conversation. Octopus really marks the dawn of a new era, where even the most remote and inaccessible is now attainable in total comfort and grandeur. With Octopus on your side there are no boundaries. < Previous Article Next Article >

Without proper action, all coral reefs are at risk of disappearing by 2050 with disastrous consequences for marine life. Home - The Numinous - Coral Gardeners Coral Gardeners October-2020 Regenerate the coral reef systems with Coral Gardeners We wanted to share with you a little bit about Coral Gardeners. Titouan Bernicot , founder & CEO, grew up on Ahe, a small atoll in the North of the Tuamotu islands, where his parents had a pearl farm. When he was 3 years old, he moved with his family to Moorea, the sister Island of Tahiti (French Polynesiain) in the Pacific Ocean. Since he can remember he spend most of his time in the water, freediving and surfing, developing a deep connection with the ocean. France is the only country in the world with coral reefs in all three oceans. 8 French communities are home to 10% of coral reefs in the world (Coral Guardian). In French Polynesia, almost all the 118 islands have coral coastal marine ecosystems (with the exception of the Marquesas Islands). These islands are not located in the famous coral triangle, but they gather nearly 200 species of corals, 1200 species of fishes and 1000 species of crustaceans. Coral reefs are, along with tropical forests, the richest and most productive ecosystems on the planet. Due to climate change the ocean water temperatures are rising and consequently (between many other negative factors) the coral reefs are bleaching. The origins The project was born on April-28, 2017, in Moorea. The team is composed by young surfers and fishermen nicknamed the children of the Ocean. By seeing the degradation of reefs in recent years, they have decided to take action . Young and motivated, launched a crowdfunding campaign in 2017, supported by former swimming world champion Florent Manaudou. Once achieved the objective, had press coverage in many media outlets, such as Le Parisien, Elle magazine, Le Figaro, Paris Match, amongst others. Thanks to these funds, they were able to embark on the adventure, and Coral Gardeners was officially created. Today, counts with more than 20 international volunteers, more than 7000 corals adopted and transplanted into the lagoon, and thousands of supporters, either local students, tourists or young people from all over the world. The team aims to take the project even further and launch a global movement of Coral Gardeners. The biggest daily challenges Coral is a unique and complex creature. From the family of jellyfish and anemones (cridarians). It resembles a tiny anemone called a polyp. Barely visible to the naked eye, a polyp builds a calcareous skeleton and lives in a colony. Each polyp in the colony contains millions of algae called zooxanthellae in its cells. These two organisms live in symbiosis. This means that while coral provides protection and nutrients to algae, they provide energy, food and oxygen to the coral. The association of all corals forms coral reefs. True underwater forests, they are home to 25% of the marine biodiversity known to date. We are increasingly facing coral bleaching events. When the seawater temperature rises, it can upset the symbiosis between the coral polyp and its algae. The algae becomes toxic for the polyp which therefore expels it. As it is the algae that gives the coral its colour, colonies lose their colours to adopt that of the limestone that makes up the exoskeleton of polyps: corals whiten. If the situation lasts for too many days, as it will be the case more and more often due to global warming, corals die. The importance of saving the coral reefs It is estimated that 75% of the world’s coral reef suffer threats from pollution, overfishing and human activities or global warming, and coral reefs coverage has already declined by 30-50% since 1980s. Without proper action, all coral reefs are at risk of disappearing by 2050 with disastrous consequences for marine life. Why are coral reefs so important for our environment? While covering less than 1% of the oceans, coral reefs host 25% of known marine life (source: IUCN); Marine plants, including coral’s symbiotic algae, produce up to 70% of the oxygen we breathe (source: National Geographic); Coral’s are estimated to directly support over 500 million people worldwide (source: IUCN); Coral absorb CO2, via their association with algae; With their beautiful submerged landscapes coral reefs generate US$36 billion in tourism every year (source: ZME Science); Coral reefs provide a protective barrier against storms and erosion (source: IPCC); Corals have medicinal properties for treatments against diseases such as cancer or AIDS. IUCN – International Union for Conservation of Nature IPCC – Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Coral Gardeners’ mission Coral Gardeners was created to save the coral reefs of Moorea, Polynesia and the world. They are raising awareness around the world of the disappearance of coral reefs, restoring damaged areas and working with scientists to improve their coral restoration techniques and by taking action to solve the problems that the reefs are facing. They create hope for coral reefs through education and coral reef restoration. Raising Awareness – They truly believe that raising awareness is key to build a better future for the oceans, by telling the story of the reef worldwide, through conferences, school lectures, ecotours or social medias, they hope that everyone gets to know the importance of coral reefs. Reef Resoration – First step is to collect broken pieces of corals and then put them on bamboo stems. They let them one month on the nursery tables before planting them back on the reef. That is the most efficient way to bring new life to the reef. Science – Their scientists are monitoring the growth of the corals and improving the reef restoration methods and knowledge. The team from Coral Gardeners is working to educate the world about threats to coral reefs and implementing ways to restore the island’s reef. The group transplants healthy coral fragments onto the reef to rebuild habitats and encourage growth in vulnerable areas. Through Coral Gardeners amazing program Adopt A Coral , you are able to help the conservation by adopting your own coral or a complete coral nursery table, you get to name your coral(s), receive updates and an adoption card, which you can proudly share. Is very simple to make the difference. Image credit: Kelsey Williamson www.coralgardeners.org/adopt-corals www.instagram.com/coralgardeners/?hl=fr www.facebook.com/coralgardeners < Previous Article Next Article >

We wish to collect incomparable experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime and to develop a better understanding about the natural world. Home - About Us - Our Promise Our Promise As we look ahead to future travel plans, we all know that so much has changed. At V&J, we want you to feel confident when deciding whether to book a vacation with us. Now more than ever, flexibility receives the importance it deserves. You want guarantees that any travel plans you make will be flexible, secure, and fully supported. Working with a travel organisation like V&J means that you will have at your disposal all the required support and assurance that every detail is carefully planned, once that we design our journeys on such a way that it gives you and your travel companions total peace of mind to relax and enjoy your well-deserved and well-overdue time away. Plan with reliability When we start creating your bespoke voyage, we take every tiny detail in consideration with absolute precision. Because of our experience working in the most remote and harsh environments around the globe, we are used to anticipate, adapt, update and execute. Due to our amazing partners that are truly pioneers in their profession, we are continuously updated about the travel regulations and restrictions. We wish nothing else but to deliver unforgettable moments that turn into stories for years to come. Travel insurance As a safe travel partner from Global Rescue, we are delighted to say that we can take you to the most remote places on earth safely, secured, and with medical evacuation coverage for the harshest environments. We can offer travel insurance guidance and together with your designated travel specialist you can go over the details to seek advice, to have all the necessary arrangements in place – for example, if you have tested positive for Covid-19 you have to go into quarantine and are denied travelling and professional help can help you to navigate through the bureaucracy. Speak to your travel specialist, and we will guide you through the procedures and actions to be taken. Digital Security While Traveling Both your safety and your vital digital information can be compromised when you travel. As a responsible tour operator, it is important to explain and let you understand the risks and learn how to protect yourself when you’re in a foreign country with unknown digital threats. Together with your travel specialist you will perform, (like we use to say) a “digital diligence”, that when done in advance can save you from some major headaches, including compromised private data, theft of personal information and even stolen identities. Venture with Confidence We take pride in our approach and work ethics to secure client safety. Especially now, it is crucial to ensure safe and worry-free travel for everyone. We work with trusted suppliers globally, wherever you plan to spend your vacation, we will be on hand 24/7 should any support be needed. Our objective is to ensure your time away should be all about enjoying yourselves. Leaving us to take care of everything to help you explore safely.

Kinfish is equipped with specialist zodiacs that you will use to make incursions among the imposing ice floes and have closer contact with the polar fauna. Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Kinfish Kinfish Guests: 12 Year: 1958 Refit: 2017 Length: 37m Cabins: 6 Crew: 7 Price: From €45.000/week Kinfish was built for the Norwegian Sea Rescue Society and served as a sea rescuer between 1958 and 1985. After various refits and upgrades, with recent work being done in 2017, she became a small, exclusive expedition vessel, ready to sail the exciting icy waters of the Arctic. Over the last years, Kinfish has completed amazing wildlife discovery expeditions around the Svalbard Islands, the closest piece of land to the North Pole. There are six guest cabins on board, including five twin cabins and one quad cabin, all with ensuite bathrooms that create an informal atmosphere as well as offering 360-degree views from all deck levels, perfect for observing and photographing wildlife and scenery from varying perspectives. The "arctic" atmosphere inside takes us back to the nostalgia of ancient polar expeditions creating a once in a lifetime experience. Her small size and manoeuvrability make Kinfish perfect to access small fjords, and to get up close with polar wildlife, which can be frequently observed on drift ice floes, icebergs, and glaciers. Kinfish design provides a room primarily used for presentations or briefings, perfect to add a research element to your charter, with this space you can learn more about the environment you are sailing through. Her state-of-the-art bridge equipment also allows passengers to view 3D images of the seabed below. Her superior stabilization system makes for comfortable cruising, while her minimal-vibration engine allows photography lovers to put their tripods to good use. Kinfish deck space is laid out at multiple levels, which allows travellers to fully enjoy the scenery and wildlife from every corner of the ship. Highlights Tenders Kinfish is equipped with specialist zodiacs that you will use to make incursions among the imposing ice floes and have closer contact with the polar fauna. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 2x Zodiac Tender 2x Watski Foldable Bicycles 4x SUP Boards Ocean Fishing Gear Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

To create even a better connection with your surroundings, she is fitted with a drop-down balcony that provides a ceiling to floor view. Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Stardust of Mary Stardust of Mary Guests: 8 Year: 2015 Length: 26.3m Cabins: 4 Crew: 4 Price: From €55.000/week Looking for a unique destination to explore? Portugal, a relatively unknown charter destination, attractions reaching beyond the exquisite coastlines and prestigious region of the Algarve. Be the first to discover the western coastlines and the Atlantic Ocean. Immerse yourself in the richness of colourful culture and outstanding adventures that awaits outside the capital. Designed and built by Sunseeker, Stardust of Mary is a dynamic 26m superyacht from the British shipyard’s popular 86 series. A sleek sports yacht with a top speed of 28 knots, she is the perfect combination of performance and style. She is also fitted with stabilizers for a smooth ride by counteracting roll caused by waves or wind, it truly offers an extraordinary Mediterranean cruising experience. Delivered in 2015, she was beautifully refitted in 2020 and features a spacious open-plan interior with four luxurious ensuite staterooms finished in glossy wood panelling with cream leather accents. Her expansive outdoor living areas include an alfresco dining area on the main deck aft, a triple sun pad in the bow plus a fabulous lounge and bar up on the flybridge. She features full wrap-around windows allowing for plenty of natural light to illuminate the same fabulous panoramic views as of you were standing on the exterior deck areas. She also has a drop-down balcony to create an even better connection with the surroundings. Some of the main stand-out features include a centre rise and a TV that separate the elegantly decorated saloon from the formal dining area. Forward, on the observation area there is a breakfast bar. She is truly the perfect yacht to explore and experience the beautiful coastlines of Portugal with the family and friends. Highlights Lavish design With the generous interior volume of a much larger yacht, she really provides spacious areas that are beautiful decorated, together with her big windows she really creates a perfect blend of her surroundings. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 1x 2016 Williams Turbojet 385 1x Diesel Fuelling Station 3x Paddle Boards 1x Sea Bob 1x Radinn Electric 1x Large Banana Surfboard Water Skiing Gear Towable Discs Inflatables Snorkelling Gear Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

Als travel curatoren stellen zij zorgvuldig op maat gemaakte reizen samen voor uiteenlopende cliënten.- Marina de Massiac - Home - V&J in Press - Talkies Man Magazine Talkies Man Magazine April-2023 Als travel curatoren stellen zij zorgvuldig op maat gemaakte reizen samen voor uiteenlopende cliënten. - Marina de Massiac - Portugese duo Jasper Sigon en Vanessa Mestre richtte een aantal jaar geleden het exclusieve reisbureau Voyages & Journeys op. Als travel curatoren stellen zij vanuit hun hoofdkantoor in Lissabon zorgvuldig op maat gemaakte reizen samen voor uiteenlopende cliënten. Of een klant nu vijfduizend euro betaalt of honderd keer meer, het einddoel blijft hetzelfde voor het avontuurlijke duo: 'cliënten moeten thuiskomen met een hoofd vol onuitwisbare indrukken en mooie verhalen’ , aldus Jasper Sigon. Waarom zijn jullie een reisbureau begonnen? ‘We hebben allebei een achtergrond in de energiesector. Onze banen brachten ons op de meest afgelegen en hardcore locaties ter wereld. In 2015 ben ik van functie gewisseld, hiervoor werd ik permanent in Nederland gestationeerd, dit bracht logistieke moeilijkheden met zich mee: Vanessa werkte in Portugal en het land waarin haar project zich bevond, terwijl ik in Nederland zat. In onze vrije tijd spraken we af in Düsseldorf, Frankfurt of Parijs om elkaar te kunnen zien. Tijdens een mooie wandeling in het Portugese Serra da Estrela besloot ik dat ik niet verder wilde met mijn baan. We zijn toen gaan reizen door Zuidoost-Azië en het Midden-Oosten. Eenmaal terug sloeg de realiteit toe: ik moest geld gaan verdienen.’ Het fundament voor jullie bedrijf werd gelegd. ‘Niet direct. Ik ben Uber-chauffeur in Lissabon geworden om rond te komen. Ik reed een jong stel rond dat meer van Portugal wilde zien gedurende een aantal dagen. Ik stelde een reis voor ze samen waarin ze mooie bezienswaardigheden bezochten, culinaire hoogtepunten beleefden en wijn proefden. Een aantal maanden later kwamen ze terug met de hele familie om twee weken lang door Portugal te toeren. Ik vond dit zo leuk dat we op een gegeven moment meer dan driehonderd reizen per jaar binnen Portugal organiseerden. Op dat moment werd het fundament van ons bedrijf gelegd. Later volgden er mooie reizen in Marrakesh, de Sahara en Schotland.’ Waar streven jullie naar met jullie bureau? ‘Waar het ons om gaat is dat onze cliënten hun perspectief op reizen veranderen. We zijn geen reisadviseurs die reispakketten samenstellen waarin de cliënt van a naar b reist. We kleuren ver buiten het hokje. Cliënten moeten thuiskomen met een hoofd vol onuitwisbare indrukken en mooie verhalen.’ Niks is dus te gek? ‘In feite zijn out of the box aanvragen onze specialiteit. We organiseren veel jachtexpedities. Natuurlijk kun je dan op de Mediterraanse zee of het Caribische gebied varen, maar wij denken graag out of the box. Zo nemen we onze cliënten graag mee naar de Noordwestelijke doorgang, de verborgen marinebasis in Kroatië, de witte woestijn of Antarctica. De jachten die we charteren zijn van alle luxe voorzien, zo komt het weleens voor dat er een helikopter aan boord is of een onderzeeër waarmee we een remote destination kunnen bezoeken. Volgend jaar zullen we met onze exclusieve partner Ocean Sky Cruises op een milieubewuste manier reizen organiseren naar de Noordpool.' Milieuvriendelijk reizen lijkt haast de nieuwe norm te zijn. Houden jullie daar rekening mee? ‘Het conserveren van ecosystemen staat voorop en is een van onze kernwaarden. We geloven erin dat je milieubewust de wereld kunt ontdekken. Over de jaren heen hebben we een netwerk opgebouwd waarin we met veertig conserveringsprojecten in contact zijn gekomen. We koppelen onze cliënten op drie verschillende manieren aan de instanties. Door middel van een donatie in de vorm van tijd of geld kunnen ze bijdragen aan een mooiere toekomst. De verbinding tussen mens en natuur is zó belangrijk. Neem nu het volgende voorbeeld: gedurende een verblijf op het Filipijnse eiland Palawan planden we een excursie naar Bacuit Bay. We bevonden ons twintig meter onder water. Dichtbij zwommen er vijf walvishaaien met ons mee. Toen we eenmaal boven water waren moesten we een uur bijkomen, zó mooi en onwerkelijk was het moment onder water geweest.’ Tot slot: gaan jullie over tien jaar de ruimte in? ‘Ik had niet verwacht dat het daadwerkelijk plaats zou gaan vinden, maar in 2025 gaan we in samenwerking met onze exclusieve partner Space Perspective de ruimte in. De oprichters van het bedrijf, Jane Poynter en Taber MacCallum hebben een project op poten weten te krijgen dat de hele wereld zal verrassen. Op een hele comfortabele manier passagiers de ruimte in krijgen is iets wat tot de verbeelding spreekt. Op dertig kilometer afstand van de aarde zal men gedurende zes uur in de Spaceship Neptune van een panoramisch uitzicht kunnen genieten in een zeer ruime, comfortabele cabine. De in Miami gevestigde horecaondernemer David Grutman zal passagiers voorzien van een trendy F&B ervaring.’ We leren Jasper en Vanessa kennen tijdens een reis naar Portugal. Het duo koos voor het interview een bijzondere plek uit bij een van hun zorgvuldig geselecteerde partners: het Herdade de Malhadinha Nova hotel. Gelegen in de vrij onbekende Portugese Alentejostreek. Vanessa komt van origine uit Portugal, maar laat zich ondanks het feit dat ze half Portugees is onverminderd aangenaam verrassen door de originaliteit en het ronduit rustgevende landschap van het hotel. Het duo selecteert voor haar cliënten een select aantal accommodaties waar oog voor detail een prominente plek in beslag neemt omdat het naar eigen zeggen een reflectie van hun geboden service moet zijn. 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Some of our favourite diving spots, the most exceptional diving vacations and personalised expeditions. Home - Explore - Mountaineering Level up your Alpine Mountaineering with V&J Don’t be afraid to dream big. It doesn’t matter where you come from. You can show the world that nothing is impossible. - Nimsdai Purja - Let’s take the concept of adventure to a higher altitude, whether you are looking for hikes through the most outstanding environments such as the Italian Dolomites, Torres del Paine in Chili, Machu Picchu in Peru, Patagonia in Argentina the magical landscapes of Bhutan, the natural beauty of China, the legendary and ancient walkway in Japan or, one of the favourite destinations from our Co-Founder Jasper Sigon, British Columbia in Canada. We have the instruments, knowledge, and experience to provide you with hiking expeditions that you will treasure for a lifetime. With these types of extreme adventures, success depends on punctilious preparation. With the right training, planning and mindset, no summit or finish line is out of reach. We guide you through every step, which clothing to purchase, which materials needed, training and courses, checklists, photography and videography, every tiny detail will be taking care off to ensure the only thing you have to focus on is reaching your daily goals. The hiking itineraries we design are not your average day to day plannings, we design it in a way that we are able to ensure that during your evenings and your recovery moments you are fully surrounded by comfort, luxury and all the necessary essentials to fully optimise every second of your down time so that you are fully rested and energized for the next objective. While with some experiences we are able to direct operations from the back office, with most expeditions and adventures our Founders Jasper and/or Vanessa will lead from the front. With experience in hiking, mountaineering, scuba diving and yachting they continue to lead as many V&J expeditions as possible. We know why you want to climb, hike, dive and want to explore the unknown, because we also share this passion. And it is this feeling we share and appreciation of why you want to do this adventure or expedition that makes us more determined to help you to achieve your goals. But of course, we do not operate alone - we work closely together with ground-breaking mountaineers, operators and equipment providers that will guide you to the highest and most extreme environments around the world. During all our operations, safety is our number one priority. The environments we operate demand for it. As certified safe travel partner of Global Rescue we oversee every aspect of the expedition and preparation to ensure that it meets all our safety standards, it’s your welfare and the wellbeing of the group that creates the substructure of the itinerary and decision-making throughout the expedition. We want to let you experience how it feels to give everything you have to reach your goals; a feeling and an experience difficult to put in words. In the hunt for the highest peaks in the world Due to our operational experience in extreme environments, guiding you to the world highest mountains cannot be missed. At Voyages & Journeys we work closely together with highly skilled mountaineers that truly belong the most legendary climbers in the world, some hold world records. This allows us to design exclusive itineraries to suit every level of mountaineering skill. From a multi-day adventure summiting Mont Blanc, Kilimanjaro or Everest base camp to the most notorious 8.000m summits around the globe. Get in touch with us and let’s plan your next summit.

We all have those moments in our lives that require an out of this world celebration, an exceptional journey that is set apart of any other vacation. Home - Explore - Celebrations Celebrate Every Moment in Life The most beautiful things are not associated with money; they are memories and moments. If you don't celebrate those, they can pass you by. - Alek Wek - We all have those moments in our lives that require an out of this world celebration, an exceptional journey that is set apart of any other vacation and marks a milestone, important date, or event. With Voyages & Journeys specialists by your side you are in for a memorable celebratory experience. For Jasper, “every afternoon is a moment to celebrate with an Aperol Spritz or a glass of bubbles”. Every special moment in our lives is worth celebrating, a recovery, milestone with your company, birthday, or romantic occasion. These moments make the journey a lot more special. Are you looking to get the family together? Jasper and Vanessa know very well how important those moments are, once that Vanessa’s family live in the South of Portugal and Jasper’s family live on the other side of Europe, “When we are together with our families or fiends, we always make sure that the day has no tomorrow.” With our knowledge and unique adventures, we will bring your inspiration and ideas to life. From astonishing safaris across the African plains, or the tundra fields in Patagonia to the untamed and rough landscapes in Iceland or Norway. Ranging from the beauty and romance in the South Pacific and her idyllic destinations, to intrepid adventures through the Northwest of China or the sensational hikes across British Columbia, all our adventures are tailored-made to suit whatever it is you wish to be the ultimate celebration. When to start planning? Having the responsibility to plan a company outing or any large group can be a handful of work and time consuming, trying to entertain a variety of wishes and desires, especially when you want to travel to another country and outside your comfort zone. We have the privilege to travel around the world in search of those remote and exceptional destinations that offer those remarkable experiences. Getting out of the comfort zone and pushing through those boundaries is exactly what we do at Voyages & Journeys, and we feel very comfortable. The result is a stress-free experience for you while we take you and the group of an epic experience that will exceed expectations. At Voyages & Journeys, trust is one of our core values, you can trust us, and we will deliver a combination of exceptional experiences and moments that will remain forever with you. Where to celebrate? A secluded destination or on a private yacht? Regardless of the destination of your choice, the celebrations begin from the moment you step foot out the door, by combining fantastic accommodations, to exploring the edges around the world onboard the most exceptional yachts that possess everything you can imagine. Superyachts are really built for groups - the perfect platform to carry out remarkable adventures. V&J is there for you, to design bespoke adventures and create the ultimate celebrations to destinations we long to discover, staying at accommodations, properties and onboard yachts that will exceed all the expectations.

Come Together really offers the proven combination platform of adventure and the highest pedigree of luxury and comfort. Home - Yacht Expeditions - Yachts - Come Together Come Together Guests: 12 Year: 2022 Length: 60m Cabins: 6 Crew: 14 Price: From €456.000/week Being huge fans (ourselves) from the designer Espen Øino, Come Together it is his latest masterpiece and the first of the Amels 60 limited editions. With the latest intense efficient Amels hull and next generation technology, she is truly built to break new grounds and go head on with the most challenging oceans around the globe. Come Together really offers the proven combination platform of adventure and the highest pedigree of luxury and comfort you would expect from an Amels, but with a future-facing twist. With pioneering hybrid technology, globetrotting adventure capabilities and an expertly thought-through layout centred around guest comfort, accommodating 12 charter guests. Add to that, a multi-skilled crew of 14 including a personal trainer, yoga instructor and DJ along with the beautiful interior spaces by Winch design it sets the scene for entertainment at the highest level, while a 27m sun deck, colossal beach club with sauna and ice bath and sprawling swim platform and an impressive collection of high-octane toys. Come Together is a true promise that redefines the onboard and charter experience. With an incredible range of 4500nm, extensive storage and a wide array of tenders & toys Come Together is the perfect option for exploring the mesmerising coastlines and interior channels of Australia and New Zealand, uncover the mysteries islands of the South Pacific or beautiful coastlines of Central America. Highlights Owners’ suite With stunning views, the vast owner’s suite is bathed in light through the yacht’s distinctive trapezoid-shaped, almost full height windows. A large folding balcony opens while the yacht is at anchor, transforming into a 7-square-metre terrace, perfect for enjoying the views in complete privacy. Tenders & Toys Please note that tenders and toys are subject to regular upgrades and changes. We will update you on the latest information. 1x 9.3m D-RIB Yachtwerft Meyer 1x 6m open D-Rib SUT Tender 2 x Jetskis Sea doo GTX 2 x Seabobs Jungle joe Beach BBQ/party Ricochet bouncer aquapark Lazy lounge Launch bag Towables Banana for 5p Wakeboard Waterskis Inflatable kayaks Inflatable SUPs Gallery < Previous Yacht Next Yacht >

We waren verlamd van ontzag en pracht. Die ene magische reis.- Sigrid Stamkot - Home - V&J in Press - De Telegraaf Newspaper De Telegraaf Newspaper Oktober-2022 We waren verlamd van ontzag en pracht. Die ene magische reis. - Sigrid Stamkot - Mooiste herinnering Mijn vrouw en ik zijn gecertificeerde redding duikers en organiseren ook duikexcursies. Tijdens een duik bij El Nido, vlak bij de prachtige Miniloc eilanden, werden we ineens vergezeld door een school van zes walvishaaien, soms op maar een meter afstand, een half uur lang. Eenmaal uit het water waren er emotioneel van. Vergeten In het vliegtuig naar Singapore heb ik een mijn paspoort in het vliegtuig laten liggen. Ik kwam er pas bij de paspoortcontrole achter. Het vliegtuig was schoongemaakt en nieuwe passagiers waren al aan het boarden. Gelukkig kwam de piloot ‘m na een half uur zelf brengen! Mooi vliegveld Op Singapore Changi Airport zijn de efficiency, de verbluffende architectuur en de winkel- en eetgelegenheden van wereldkwaliteit. Spa’s, een wilde kurkentrekker waterval, bioscopen, tentoonstellingen, een vlindertuin: echt alles is daar. Gadget Mijn Ocean Bottle, een thermofles gemaakt van 11.9 kilo gerecycled plastic uit oceanen en rivier systemen. Onvergetelijk Met rangers en onderzoekers van het Sumatra Orang-oetan Conservatie programma zochten we verkoeling in een meer van het Mount Leuser national Park. Een groep wilde olifanten dacht er hetzelfde over. Op dat moment waren we verlamd van ontzag en pracht, we konden niet beseffen wat er gebeurde. Altijd mee Mijn fotografie en video appratuur. Ik vind het belangrijk om onze reizen en momenten vast te leggen. Ooit terug naar… Als kind reisde ik met mijn moeder en zusje een paar keer naar Canada om familie te bezoeken. Het is één van de mooiste bestemmingen. De pure wildernis van Britsh Columbia, Newfoundland, Manitoba en de Noordwestelijke territoria zijn uniek en zo goed behouden. Favoriet Australië, Nieuw-Zeeland en de zuidelijke Stille Oceaan. Zo verschillend met elk eigen cultuur, tradities en pracht, met een ongekende reeks aan avontuur, sport, watersport en natuur en een unieke dierenwereld. Maar ook geweldige accommodaties op adembenemede locaties. Mijn favoriet is het Pretty Beach House in Bouddi National Park in Australië. < Previous Article Next Article >