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France
I had a perfect experience with Michel. Being on the boat is great for people who want to be in direct contact with nature and who love simple things. But it was especially staying and talking with him that was the most exceptional. He has a very exciting life and many life stories to tell. And when we were in town in Paraty he knows a lot of people so contact with locals or foreign expats is easy to have. It was really a chance to have this experience, so I recommend volunteering with Michel to everyone. Plus the room where you are staying is super comfortable. Merci Michel
12 months ago
Argentina
Michel is an admirable person; his life and his experiences at sea are very enriching for those of us who enjoy learning from the lives of the wise beings we encounter..thanks, my friend, for sharing and for the time you hosted me on your beautiful boat..an open and very hospitable host, with the best willingness to remedy the vicissitudes of living on a boat, which is something very special. I loved spending this little time in the Bay of Paraty and sleeping feeling the movement of the sea..for the next time I will get myself a paddleboard! :)
about 1 month ago
Brazil
My experience with Michel was SENSATIONAL! Michel is an excellent host, but beyond that, he is an incredible human being. Full of inspiring stories to tell and with a very unique way of seeing the world. Always in a good mood, with energy high up there. I felt respected and safe throughout the entire experience. The sailboat is also beautiful and comfortable. This experience was one of the high points of my backpacking trip and I recommend it to everyone who is willing to expand their cultural view of the world and life. Thank you, Michel. You contributed greatly to my growth.
5 months ago
Brazil
My week in Michel's paradise was wonderful! I felt very welcomed and comfortable the whole time. The sailboat is truly a paradise, as Michel says. During my time I was able to experience both what daily life on a boat with its chores is like and to enjoy getting to know Paraty; the nature is impeccable! Michel is a great host and has many good life stories. I am grateful and happy to have spent this time on the sailboat! 🩵
8 months ago
Brazil
It was incredible to spend the days with Michel. We wandered around the city, talked for hours and hours, he introduced me to numerous places and people, we shared meals. Quiet activities related to the sailboat, always in the morning. The best part was the jumps into the sea!
10 months ago
Brazil
A estadia no veleiro é uma experiência incrível, uma vista maravilhosa e paz total. As tarefas no barco são bem tranquilas. Michel é uma ótima companhia, tranquilo, tem bastante conhecimento e foi super compreensivo com as minhas demandas de trabalho. Para quem gosta de simplicidade, tranquilidade e experimentar coisas diferentes, esse é o lugar! Recomendo muito!!
about 1 year ago
Brazil
Passei 6 dias voluntariando no veleiro com o Michel e foi simplesmente incrível, o barco em si já é uma maravilha, me sentia naqueles filmes antigos. As tarefas eram bem simples e explicadas, o café da manhã é rico, cheio de frutas. Me senti muito acolhida pelo Michel, batemos altos papos, ele me indicava várias coisas pra fazer na cidade e é um ótimo cozinheiro também. Esse voluntariado é um arraso, recomendo muito.
about 1 year ago
Brazil
A experiência no veleiro do comandante Michel foi maravilhosa. Pude usufruir dos prazeres da vida no mar enquanto estava na baía de Paraty, vida simples, sem pressa e conectada com a natureza ao meu redor. Michel é uma pessoa gentil, respeitoso e cozinha muito bem. Só tenho a agradecer pelos dias que passei embarcada no Horizonte azul e por toda hospitalidade. Gratidão pela oportunidade!
about 1 year ago
Brazil
Que experiência maravilhosa! Michel foi meu avô Francês! Me senti super respeitada durante o tempo que estive lá. Os cafés da manhã que ele preparava eram sempre no capricho: muitas frutas e colorido! Ele teve muita paciência com meus erros de iniciante na vida no barco hahah! Aprendi muito e realizei muitos sonhos. Lembrarei com muito carinho do breton que me ensinou as primeiríssimas bases da navegação e que respondia com toda atenção às minhas perguntas bestas hahah 🩵
over 1 year ago
Brazil
Esse, com todas as certezas, é o maior capitão do mar, do rio, da lagoa, da baía de Paraty! Toca de tudo, cantarola de tudo, artista por osmose e com talento! Tem muita DISPOSIÇÃO para ensinar e aprender! Vivi tudo o que o voluntariado promete, combinamos tudo certinho pelo chat, porque ele é assim: quer tudo nu e cru! Única regra a ser seguida fielmente: a vida tem que ser simples!! E que soorte de viver essa experiência, que nem diz ele: o trem só passa três vezes na vida, fique atenta. Eu adpto, por ser bicho do mar, e digo: o trem da vida passa três vezes, mas veleiro só uma vez! VÃO!
over 1 year ago
I received hundreds of guests on my boat (from Couchsurfing, Airbnb, findacrew, Workaway...) but this girl ... wow!!
