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This family lives completely off-grid on a remote tropical island called Uepi in the Solomon Islands. They collect rainwater for all of their freshwater needs, they catch fish and grow as much fresh food as they can (including a homemade hydroponic system) on Uepi and on surrounding islands, and at the moment their electricity comes from diesel generators – although they are making the switch to solar power in the next 12 months! For work, the family runs a small island resort where folks can go scuba diving and snorkelling in a beautiful marine environment.


And you can find out more about Uepi Island Resort here:
https://www.uepi.com/

Jase grew up on the island after his parents fell in love with the Solomons in the '80s and moved there from Australia. Katie visited the island as a volunteer and fell in love with Jase on her trip, and after a long distance relationship, she moved to the island and they've since had 3 children together.

Living on a remote island looks like an absolutely beautiful lifestyle, but it definitely isn't easy. Being isolated means limited options for socializing, it means that everything has to come from very far away, it means a lot of travel to access health care, and it means you're often on your own to figure out problems like why the generator isn't running. It's a lot of work and responsibility to keep things running smoothly all year round.

Luckily, the family has help from a lot of skilled locals from neighbouring islands who work at the resport as chefs, carpenters, housekeepers and in the dive shop.

We loved getting a glimpse at this unique way of life and appreciate Katie and Jase sharing their story with us!

Comments

  • Connie Added beautiful place, great life for them not for me but glad they can do it:)
  • iotus2 Added Now that is definitely living off the grid! Scuba diving resort? Talk about living the life!!
  • CharMaine Added They have a nice thing going on. Me, personally, I don't think I could do that. I'm a people person. He is very talented to be able to build all that. They seem to have a wonderful family too. She's a great Mom. I'm happy that they are happy. Thank goodness for Musk's Starlink for their internet too. That is a huge factor for staying in touch with the outside world. God bless them all on their adventures.
  • Kathy Added Beautiful place to visit.....would not want to live there though.
  • Ham Todd Added Such a neat lifestyle!
  • Merridy Added Not for me
  • Marianne Added it would have been better if there was sound. But I did enjoy the view.
  • Annette Added Thanks for the opportunity to see that part of the world. Best wishes to that family as they enjoy a piece of paradise on earth!
  • Sandi Angel Added WOW!!
  • Jo Sanders Added I can't tell you just how special this piece is, dear Mel!
    This piece highlights just how we, as humans, can effectively live without harming our precious planet!
    Palms joined with a big smile!
  • Paul Added What an awesome life style !! Cool video !!
  • dixie doodle Added WOW! Such a lovely island!