Geneviève and Etienne, aboard Loly: a round-the-world trip in Allures 45.9
Married for 38 years, Geneviève and Étienne share the same passion for the sea. With Loly, their Allures 45.9, they embarked on an extraordinary adventure: the Grand Large Yachting World Odyssey, a 3-year round-the-world rallie .
A tribute and a family story
The name of their sailboat, Loly, was not chosen at random. It echoes the nickname of Etienne's father, the man who instilled in him a love of sailing. "It's a way of paying tribute to him," she explains.
A boat designed to go far
From the outset, Étienne had a clear objective: to sail with confidence on a robust, seaworthy yacht. With their Allures 45.9, the couple found the perfect balance between solidity, performance and comfort.
"We've just crossed the Atlantic, and I've never felt insecure," says Geneviève.
Their childhood dream comes true: to explore distant horizons, with the certainty of being well protected, whatever the conditions.
A family and human adventure
Beyond the sailing, this adventure is also a story of family and sharing. Three of their children joined them for an unforgettable crossing. Musical moments improvised on board, laughter and memories engraved: Loly has become a real place of life and transmission.
"You have to let go of a lot to go around the world," confides Geneviève. "But life itself is an adventure, and you have to know how to throw yourself into it."
The choice of Grand Large Yachting World Odyssey
When they heard about the Grand Large Yachting World Odyssey project, Geneviève and Étienne didn't hesitate for long. For them, this rallie was the ideal opportunity: to set off far away, but with the security of a group and the emulation of a community.
"Travelling together is extraordinary. We remain free, but we create a family. The bonds we've forged are precious," says Geneviève.
A rhythm of life at sea
On board, life is simply organized: yoga at sunrise, daily swims, sailing in rhythm with the wind and the sea. The adventure is not only maritime, it's also interior: an art of living, as close as possible to what's essential.
A shared adventure
For Geneviève and Étienne, it's clear that they might never have undertaken a circumnavigation on their own. But together, and surrounded by the Grand Large Yachting World Odyssey flotilla, they feel carried, inspired and transformed.
Watch their video testimonials here.
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