Story from Jam Press (Christmas At Sea)
Pictured: Stephanie, Richard, Jesse and Roux.
‘We live on a sailboat as a family of four – this is how we’re doing Christmas at sea'
A family who live on a sailboat have shared how their Christmas is more minimal than others - but they wouldn’t have it any other way.
Stephanie Stevens, 35, lives on board the Pinnacle with her husband Richard, 40, and their two children - Jesse, three, and one-year-old Roux.
They’re from Jersey in the UK but moved onto their boat to sail the world just one year ago.
Since the big transition, they have become conscious of how much they can or should own, and what they can fit in their small space.
And in the run up to Christmas, this means less presents than normal.
They also don’t do advent calendars.
“Instead of chocolate, we use small surprises like stickers, sea shells, stationary and note pads,” Stephanie, a content creator, told What's The Jam.
“For presents, we keep things minimal, focusing on small, practical items or experiences.
“A simple toy car has become a tradition. The kids receive one for every country we’ve visited, and with 22 countries so far, their collection is growing.
“These tiny cars bring endless joy and keep them entertained for hours. There are definitely a couple of these stored away for Christmas.
“If we’re expecting visitors, we plan ahead and order the items to them, so they can bring them out to us, and we can give them back to them.
“Clothing is another essential gift because the boys are constantly growing and their swimmers take a beating from the sun and saltwater.
“Christmas for us is less about the ‘stuff’ and more about creating special memories together, wherever we are in the world.”
As for the children, Stef and Rich don’t believe they’re missing out on anything.
Stef said: “Our boys don’t really know what they’re missing back home.
“Jesse was only one during his last Christmas in Jersey
