Ocean Sailing Podcast

In this one-of-a-kind, "not-about-sailing" episode, I sit down with the bold and enthusiastic Stephanie Neil , Founder of Fiji Surf Charter, to uncover the story behind her leap from the laid-back shores of Northern NSW to launching a live-aboard surf adventure business in the heart of the South Pacific. We explore the serendipitous way our paths first crossed and the incredible vision Stephanie has brought to life: a floating surf retreat aboard the stunning Sea Breeze III, set among the world-class breaks of the Mamanuca Islands. With a passion for waves, remote destinations, and turning dreams into reality, Stephanie has created an unforgettable way to experience Fiji from the water — board in hand, ocean breeze in your face, and not a tourist crowd in sight. Stephanie’s no stranger to the world of ocean adventures. With 12 years of experience living in the Maldives and Fiji, she’s navigated the highs and lows of starting businesses in some of the world’s most breathtaking — and logistically challenging —