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Narrowboat life, ship travel & digital nomad adventures. Join us on board and abroad for real stories from the journey. www.thefloatingnomads.com

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We are just 29 lovely people away from 10k subscribers on YouTube. Who's going to help us cross the line?

If you watch our videos but haven't hit the button, today is the day!

Hit this link to join us:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCZQ...

08.03.2026 14:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks! We were sorry to say goodbye to Malta

07.03.2026 21:21 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The True Cost of Winter in Malta (vs Spain & Turkey)
The True Cost of Winter in Malta (vs Spain & Turkey) YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

We just spent 7 weeks wintering in Malta, but is it actually cheaper than staying in the UK? πŸ‡²πŸ‡Ήβ˜€οΈ

We hit the supermarket to compare the real cost of living against Spain and TΓΌrkiye, and share how we bagged a Β£52/night Valletta apartment.

New video is live!

youtu.be/ZwOnQl8q1aM

07.03.2026 09:49 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We've spent much of the last four winters in Malta, but have we been staying on the wrong island the whole time?

We hopped over to Gozo and checked into a bargain Β£50-a-night room with an amazing view of the sea to find out...

Watch the new video here: youtu.be/DwYbOY7kCPg

01.03.2026 10:01 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

New Nomads!

20.02.2026 19:13 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh gosh! You must! It’s unique.

20.02.2026 19:11 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Mdina, Malta: How We Got an Ancient City All to Ourselves
Mdina, Malta: How We Got an Ancient City All to Ourselves YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

By day, Mdina is busy.

By night, it empties completely.

We stayed overnight inside Malta’s ancient Silent City to see what happens when the crowds go home. It felt like stepping onto a film set.

New film out now:

youtu.be/vAflo-1teIA

20.02.2026 18:14 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Rick’s mum thinks this is the best video we’ve ever made.

See if you agree:
https://youtu.be/-y939C6JNnA

15.02.2026 19:08 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Bluest Sea on Earth: A Perfect Day on Malta’s Coast
The Bluest Sea on Earth: A Perfect Day on Malta’s Coast YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

We’ve just put together what we think is the perfect day out on Malta’s coast, and we did the whole thing by bus.

It’s got a bit of everything: 5,000 year old history, some slightly terrifying cliffs, and water so blue it doesn't look real:

youtu.be/-y939C6JNnA

14.02.2026 08:21 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Sunday πŸ‘‹

08.02.2026 13:09 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Malta weather update:

Having to wear the hat that was purchased in Istanbul when it was snowing πŸ™ƒ

07.02.2026 17:51 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
Valletta, Malta: Why We Love the City Built for War
Valletta, Malta: Why We Love the City Built for War YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

New episode is live.

Come with us to Valletta, Malta, Europe’s smallest capital. It’s a beautiful place, but it was built for war, a fortress city from the start. Find out why we love it so much, and why it feels almost miraculous. youtu.be/bF5ul7hyiC0

06.02.2026 20:20 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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A little behind the scenes from the wonderful Pera Palace.

Adam composed a special piece inspired by Agatha Christie and her little Belgian detective... especially for that sequence. It's called β€œThe Woman in Room 411”.

Listen out for it in the video.

01.02.2026 09:29 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Ha! Enjoy!

31.01.2026 17:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
We Crossed Continents for Β£1 - And Found a Different Istanbul
We Crossed Continents for Β£1 - And Found a Different Istanbul YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

Istanbul. The only city where it costs you Β£1 to cross to a different continent by boat.

Join us: youtu.be/hg9_mLD3P7g?...

31.01.2026 11:08 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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We were wrong about Istanbul, in the best way.

New short clip from our first day in the city, and the full film is on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/Xz6NiRiC3UI

25.01.2026 18:20 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Istanbul: The City We Didn’t Expect to Love
Istanbul: The City We Didn’t Expect to Love YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

Our Istanbul film is live. Put the kettle on, stick it on the telly, and come for a walk with us.

Watch us become enchanted by this city before your eyes…

youtu.be/Xz6NiRiC3UI

23.01.2026 19:20 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 1
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It's safe to say that Istanbul wasn’t what we imagined, in the best possible way.

Find out why in the new video, out later today...

23.01.2026 16:25 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

When we worked it out, the costs even surprised us!

16.01.2026 22:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
How Much It Costs to Winter in Antalya, Turkey (vs Spain & the UK)
How Much It Costs to Winter in Antalya, Turkey (vs Spain & the UK) YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

Today’s new episode is all about the real cost of wintering in on the Turkish Riviera (in Antalya).

We’ve broken down what we actually spend on rent, food & drink, groceries and getting around the city - and how it compares to Spain and to staying in the UK.

Watch now:
youtu.be/kVwkeI_Uynw

16.01.2026 19:11 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Here are a few shots from our stay at Olympos Mountain Lodge - a tiny place in the Taurus Mountains that ended up being one of our favourite weekends ever.

For the full video from our stay, it’s here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7vy...

11.01.2026 10:18 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
We Found a Secret Lodge in the Taurus Mountains - Olympos Mountain Lodge, Turkey
We Found a Secret Lodge in the Taurus Mountains - Olympos Mountain Lodge, Turkey YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

We’ve just shared one of our favourite videos we’ve ever made.

A few days at a secret mountain lodge - big skies, log fires and perfect peace and quiet. The Olympos Mountain Lodge really does feel like it is tucked away from the world.

Settle in with a drink and watch here: youtu.be/r7vyJbN5Ing

09.01.2026 19:11 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

There is!

04.01.2026 16:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

There’s an M&S!

04.01.2026 14:53 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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SO much more.

This could be Budapest!

04.01.2026 14:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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A sneak preview of where we ended up after the Turkish riviera…

Istanbul! And it is NOTHING like we expected.

04.01.2026 14:29 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Antalya Old Town & Roman Harbour - Winter Sun on the Turkish Riviera
Antalya Old Town & Roman Harbour - Winter Sun on the Turkish Riviera YouTube video by The Floating Nomads

Our first days in Antalya, exploring the old town streets, Roman harbour and that huge sweep of beach beneath the cliffs. Winter sun, trams, boats and a very different pace to narrowboat life.

Watch now: youtu.be/Hx3BvyUMbGU

02.01.2026 17:55 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Happy new year! We have a very exciting 2026 planned! Stay tuned! πŸ’™πŸ˜

31.12.2025 21:05 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks! 😘😘😘

31.12.2025 20:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy New Year!
We only started The Floating Nomads back in June this year and we’re genuinely blown away by how you’ve taken to our story.

Thanks for the support. We’ve got loads planned for 2026 πŸ’™
Rick & Adam x

31.12.2025 17:13 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1