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Press/Media: Access media release here.

Print media & written online features:

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23 January 2023, Article
SummerSailstice

From stuck ashore to freedom aboard

Here’s an article to show you the steps I took to move me closer to my dream of sailing a major ocean.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Read here »


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20 January 2023, Article
DIY MFA

#5onFri: 5 Tips on Running Your Own Book PR & Marketing

Ever wondered what it is takes to run your own PR & marketing campaign for your book? Here’s 5 tips to get you started.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Read here »


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3 January 2023, Article
SisterShip Magazine

Out of my comfort zone and onto someone else’s yacht

What is it like to crew on a stranger’s yacht and set off into the sunset. Read about the lessons I learned while cruising the seas.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Read here (from page 26)»


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24 Nov 2022, Book Review Living Arts Canberra

Hosted by Barbie Robinson

Join us for a frank conversation about controversial choices. Was I being self-righteous or were they justified actions I took? Sometimes it’s a fine line...

Listen and read here »


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23 November 2022, Article
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In search of her place in the world.

Feature written by Bruno Petroni.
A German article on how my globetrotting adventures lead me  from Switzerland to Australia and on to the Caribbean.

Read here »


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30 September 2022, Article
Authority Magazine

Interview by Savio P. Clemente
 

Resilience, our ability to cope with adversity or the unexpected, is one of the most valuable qualities we can nurture and grow during our lifetime. 

Read here »


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2 September 2022, Article
Sailing Today Magazine

The hitch hiker’s guide to crossing oceans

Find out how you, too, can catch a ride on a yacht, sail the high seas and cruise breathtaking islands. Find a copy of the feature here.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Find the October 2022 issue »


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1 September 2022, Article
Onboard Online

From Sailing Novice to Superyacht Crew

Learn how  I went from my first-ever sail to becoming a professional superyacht crew within the short span of a year.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Read more »


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5 August 2022, Article
Expat Focus

Five Steps To Realising Your Globetrotting Dream!

Ever wished to cast off the lines of your life and chase your travel dreams? Here’s how.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

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24 July 2022, Article
9honey

The seduction of a holiday romance...

Have you ever stumbled into romance while holidaying on exotic shores? Read on about how I was chasing butterflies abroad.
Article by Regina Petra Meyer

Read more »


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5 July 2022, Article
Sails Magazine Australia

In search of aliveness on the high seas.

Online feature about Regina's journey from Australian landlubber to  sailing and crewing on yachts, and how this led me to the Caribbean. 

Read more »


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24 June 2022, Article
Cairns Local News

Local Adventurer launches uplifting memoir

Article by Isabella Guzman Gonzales.

Locate the full feature article on the last page of the online edition or find a scan here.

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TV & Audio features:

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14 February 2023, Podcast
Wild Women Who Write

Hosted by Lizbeth Jones

Learn what pulled me and drove me to venture far and wide. And what it meant to trust myself and others during times where I was isolated from my world.

Listen here »


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24 Nov 2022, Podcast 
Living Arts Canberra

Hosted by Barbie Robinson

Join us for a frank conversation about controversial choices. Was I being self-righteous or were they justified actions I took? Sometimes it’s a fine line...

Listen and read here »


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20 November 2022, Podcast
Liveaboard Sailing Podcast

Hosted by Annika Rautiola

How would you fare out on the ocean, faced with huge waves and strong winds? Would you be comfortable to share a confined space with strangers for weeks?

Listen here »


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19 October 2022, Podcast
The Travel Addict

Hosted by Malcolm Tiesdale

Are you feeling the itch to travel and explore?? Malcolm and I discuss the origins of an adventurer’s longing and the desire to experience the high seas.

Listen here »

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19 September 2022, Podcast
The Good Girl Confessional

Hosted by Sandy Lowres

A candid and lively conversation on courage, finding trust in oneself and on my experience of living as the only white resident in a small Caribbean community.

Listen here »


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24 August 2022, TV
TalkTV UK 

Hosted by Petrie Hosken

Listen in to hear a lighthearted conversation on my globetrotting origins, how I achieved my sailing goals and what dreams I still hold for the future. 

Watch interview »


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20 July 2022, Podcast
Rock Your Midlife

Hosted by Dr Ellen Albertson

A lively conversation on walking, sailing, stepping into courage and the meaning of empowerement.
 The interview starts at the 34min.

Listen to Podcast »


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12 July 2022, Radio
ABC Capricornia

Hosted by Paul Culliver on the ABC Breakfast Show 

Listen in for a discussion of what it is like to sail across oceans, experience storms at sea and how I stumbled into love on the shores.

Listen to interview »


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10 June 2022, Radio
ABC Far North

Hosted by Charlie McKillop on the ABC Breakfast Show 

Listen in for a brief chat on the Far North’s ABC morning show. I recount what it was like to give up landbased life and instead take up an ever-changing ocean going existence.

Listen to interview »


Speaking engagements:

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Upcoming events:

 26 February 2023 at 9am:
     Guest Speaker at the Cairns Tropical Writers Festival

“Change of Course: How to stay afloat, when life casts you adrift."

 26 February 2023, 11am - 1pm:
     Workshop Facilitator at the Cairns Tropical Writers Festival

“The Perks and Quirks of Indie Publishing: How to Publish and Market Your Book as an Indie Author."

Get your tickets to the Cairns Tropical Writers Festival here.


I am available for public speaking engagements in local schools, libraries, book clubs and larger events upon request. 

Topics I am passionate about are:

  • The process of writing and publishing my memoir and diving into a few key moments of Change of Course.

  • Self-publishing pros and cons. How to publish your manuscript to book industry standard and tips on creating an effective publicity and marketing campaign.

  • Stepping out of the ordinary: A courageous journey from fear to empowerment.

  • Living with an open heart and finding peace within.

  • Lost for options? Can’t find your passion?? 
    Inspirations for fun and out-of-the-box adventures...
    (Youth topic: Exploring the world on a budget.)

Please get in touch for more details.

Contact


Speaking Testimonials:

Book tour Jul/Aug 2022
- Cairns 
- Mossman
- Innisfail
- Mission Beach
- Ingham
- Bowen
- Cannonvale
- Yeppoon
- Gladstone
- Hervey Bay
- Ballina, NSW
- Byron Bay, NSW
- Redcliffe
- Noosaville

Author talks held at all aforementioned libraries.

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It was a pleasure to host Regina for an author talk. Regina was well spoken, professional and well prepared for the event. The community thoroughly enjoyed hearing about her adventures, quest for love, her writing and publishing experience.

Teagan - Events Coordinator

Noosa Library Service

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A great author talk that was very well received at Ballina Library. There was genuine interest in the subject matter and many questions were asked and answered by the wonderful author, Regina.

Liz - Librarian

Ballina and Richmond Tweed Libraries

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Regina is an engaging speaker who makes an effort to interact with and inspire her audience. She tells her personal story with humour and honesty. Her event was very well received by our library customers. Thank you Regina!

Mikki - Librarian

Cairns Libraries

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A wonderful event! Regina is a natural and engaging speaker – it was fascinating to hear about her remarkable journey, as well as an interesting insight into the publishing process. Very enjoyable!

Natasha - Librarian

Cassowary Coast Libraries

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The Hinchinbrook Shire Library was enriched today by experiencing Regina's very self-aware recount of her adventure filled life so far.

We were blessed with Regina's presence, her words and energy.

Leonie - Librarian

Hinchinbrook Shire Library

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Regina presented a talk which was informative, engaging and very professional. Each of our attendees commented on how much they enjoyed the talk, especially the way that Regina engaged with everyone through the talk, making it feel more like a conversation rather than just information shared.

Ann - Librarian

Fraser Coast Libraries