Peter

“Paths are made by walking.” — Franz Kafka

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My passion for sailing began in my late thirties and quickly became a way of life. With our first yacht, we discovered life at sea as a family. The freedom to work independently and location-free inspired us to take the next step.

In 2022, we sold our house and chose this very catamaran—spacious, comfortable, and perfectly suited for long periods on board. As a physician working in digital medicine, the yacht offered both retreat and focus.

Rilana

“Sailing is when the wind touches your heart.”

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I grew up sailing, from my first Optimist on a small lake to family trips through the Dutch canals and the IJsselmeer, later extending to the North Sea.

In 2004, I met my husband Peter, and in 2017 we returned to sailing as a family with a Bavaria 38. With our children, the boat became a place of learning, adventure, and shared memories—including a memorable voyage to St Katharine Docks in London.

As our family grew, so did our desire for more space and the open sea. SY GEMMA was chosen to make longer passages, family life on board, and welcoming guests not only possible, but truly enjoyable.