Sailing NOHMA: What Catamaran Do They Own? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing NOHMA for 2023.

Over the last several years, I have spent many hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing NOHMA to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Sven, Tina and their family 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing NOHMA afforded their catamaran

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ How they are homeschooling their children

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing NOHMA FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Nohma

Crew Members

Sven Vranken (age 35)

Tina Vranken (age 34)

They are from Spain and their two young children (Liam and Sky) also join them on the journey.

The Boat

Sailing NOHMA owns a 2020 Lagoon 46.

Upgrades

Upgrades to their catamaran include:

➜ B&G Zeus 3

➜ Watermaker

➜ All-weather cockpit

They also have a Highfield dinghy.

Location

They are currently in Beaufort:

Past Cruising

Previously they were in the Mediterranean but they left to find warmer waters.

Affording It

Sven had worked in the startup world and Tina worked hard too. Together, before having kids, they had earned enough to buy their catamaran and go sailing full-time.

Net Worth

Sailing NOHMA’s net worth is $970,000.

Making Loot

It’s unclear how they make money on YouTube as they haven’t really monetized their channel all that well. They do run ads but that’s all.

Collaborations

They are a smaller channel so I haven’t seen them with any other channels.

That said, they are similar to:

➜ The Sailing Family

➜ Feel The Breeze Family

➜ Sailing Nomad Citizens

I recommend checking out those channels too if you’re into watching cruising families on YouTube.

Big Moments

Their channel is a little younger and they haven’t encountered any drama while sailing.

Future Plans

The Nohma crew is planning to stay in the Caribbean for now. From here, they may explore the United States. They have been here previously but it was a road trip.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful family?

Mostly for the young people – make your money, start a family….then go cruising!

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed watching the Sailing Nohma adventures unfold on their new catamaran.

It’s refreshing to see them cruising on a boat that isn’t considered to be a bluewater cruiser, and yet, they have been able to cross oceans…and even won when racing against other catamarans. 🙂

I’m on the edge of my seat to watch more! Until then…

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Sailing NOHMA and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Sailing Lady Africa: What Boat Do Ricky and Simone Have? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Lady Africa for 2023.

Over the last several years, I have spent many hours watching and researching everything I could about Ricky and Simone’s channel to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Sailing Lady Africa 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing Lady Africa afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What yacht do they have and its upgrades

➜ Where are Ricky and Simone planning to sail

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing Lady Africa FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Lady Africa

Crew Members

Ricky Maia (age 34)

Simone Maia (age 33)

Despite being titled ‘Sailing Lady Africa’, they are actually from the United Kingdom, with the channel name referencing their boat, not their nationality.

The Boat

Sailing Lady Africa has a 1991 Dean 365 performance catamaran which cost approximately $100,000.

Upgrades

They upgraded their small catamaran with:

➜ Small watermaker

➜ New toilet

➜ Their own stack pack

➜ The water-cooled exhaust on their engine

➜ New hydraulic steering (Vetus)

Most of their boat work has been done by themselves to keep costs low.

Location

According to Instagram, they are in the UK.

Past Cruising

They have sailed through the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

Affording It

Sailing Lady Africa didn’t come from rich parents. They simply worked hard and saved up enough for their home on the water.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Sailing Lady Africa has a net worth of $470,000.

This is based on their boat value and business income.

Making Loot

Sailing Lady Africa makes $4,600/month with:

➜ Amazon links within their videos

➜ Receiving Patreon and PayPal donations

➜ Selling Sailing Lady Africa merchandise

➜ Offering a great YouTube membership

They have monetized their channel quite well.

Collaborations

They’re definitely more social than other channels, having met up with:

➜ Bums on a Boat

➜ Living Hakuna

I’m so looking forward to the day when we’ll get to see them with Sailing Yacht Florence!

Big Moments

Fortunately, they haven’t experienced anything bad on their journey, nor have they created any drama as other YouTubers do for the views.

Future Plans

They’re in the UK currently (they flew) and are planning to return to their boat soon. Eventually, they do plan on sailing around the world.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this wonderful couple?

➜ Buy a cheap catamaran if you can

➜ Learn to do your own boat work

➜ Be willing to work together daily

➜ Work towards your own freedom

And live for today, as tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.

Conclusion

Sailing Lady Africa might be a small channel, but has absolutely inspired me to go cruising while I’m young!

They have kept their channel more about the boat work and experiences, rather than the bikinis and sundowners that other channels often do. That’s something I really applaud.

I really am looking forward to seeing how their catamaran handles the bluewater crossings, and of course, catching them once they reach Australian shores.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Sailing Lady Africa and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Sailing Malou: What Ever Happened To Lynn? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Malou for 2023.

Over the last several years, I have spent many hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing Malou to learn more about his story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Gustav and his adventures 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Gustav from Sailing Malou afforded his boat

➜ How he makes his money today

➜ What boat does he have and its upgrades

➜ When did Lynn separate from Gustav

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing Malou FAQs (April 2022)

Boat Name

S/V Stelle

Crew Members

Gustav (age 33)

He is originally from Sweden.

Gustav previously sailed with his girlfriend Lynn, but they separated in late 2019. This is the video announcing the breakup:

Prior to this, Sailor Malou used to be called Ocean Around. Gustav changed the name of the channel after the separation.

There was another (very beautiful) girl called Evelina from Sweden who joined for a short time too.

The Boat

His boat is a custom build.

Upgrades

He’s had to fit a new mast and electronics.

Location

Malou is currently in Tromsø, Norway. It’s from here that he can see the Northern Lights.

It does appear that he’s up to date on videos.

Past Cruising

He has sailed mostly through the Mediterranean.

Affording It

Gustav is a budget-backpacker and didn’t have much money. After all, he only paid $2,000 for his yacht.

Most of the work has been done by himself to keep his costs down.

Net Worth

As of 2022, Sailing Malou has a net worth of $95,000.

Making Loot

Gustav makes his money through Patreon and running ads on his channel.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen him featured on other channels, but if you’re looking for similar creators, then check out:

➜ Erik Aandereaa (he sails solo in cold climates)

➜ Sam Holmes Sailing (he sails solo in warmer climates)

They did anchor next to Sailing La Vagabonde in one episode while they were in Antigua:

Big Moments

He’s sailed in the snow, in the tropics and came across some sunken boats. He’s been lucky enough to (temporarily) find someone who wanted to share the journey.

Future Plans

Gustav is planning to stay in Europe for now.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this ambitious young man?

➜ Use the resources you have

➜ Be willing to explore today

➜ Find a supportive partner

➜ Work through the challenges

Most importantly – have a ton of fun!

Conclusion

I really enjoy seeing how resourceful Gustav has been on his cruising journey. He just seems to be able to make things work and keep a level head despite the challenges.

I do look forward to see his journey continue to unfold.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Sailing Malou and his simple travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

Gustav’s living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Sailing With Six: What Boat Do They Sail on YouTube? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing With Six for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 22 hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing With Six to learn more about their story.

You could say I’m a bit obsessed with this Australian cruising family 😃 as they inspire me!

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing With Six afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ More info about this Gold Coast family

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing With Six FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Happy Days

Crew Members

Kris Fothergill (age 39)

Shona Fothergill (age 38)

They have been together for almost 20 years.

Bella, Finn, Archie and Pippi are their children.

The Boat

Sailing With Six has a 2012 Leopard 46 which they only bought about 1 year ago.

You can view a tour here:

Previously they owned a 26ft Seale called S/V Wakalina, and prior to that, a 23ft Hunter which was S/V Love Handles.

As their kids were growing bigger, they had to upgrade to a much bigger boat.

Location

They are currently in Panama.

This is one of their most recent videos:

Past Cruising

They have been sailing non-stop for 5 years, having sailed through the United States, South Pacific and Australia.

Affording It

Kris and Shona owned a house on the Gold Coast. They sold this to fund the purchase of their catamaran.

For them – life is too short and they cherished the time with their children, so they made the dream happen.

Net Worth

Sailing With Six has a net worth of $950,000 Australian dollars. This is based on the value of their boat and business income.

Making Loot

Kris and Shona make $4,100/month through:

➜ Patreon subscribers

➜ Ads on their channel

➜ PayPal donation

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them with any other cruisers, but they are very similar to The Sailing Family and The Cruising Kiwis.

Big Moments

Things have been relatively stable for this beautiful cruising family. They have been border at night once but that’s all really.

Future Plans

After exploring New Zealand, it’s more likely that they’ll explore Australia.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful family?

➜ Go with the resources you have available

➜ Be willing to involve them in the process

➜ Work through your family challenges

➜ World schooling works extremely well

And of course, be willing to change plans.

Conclusion

While they have a smaller channel, I really have enjoyed the content from Sailing With Six.

They remind me to make the dream possible. After all, we’re both from the Gold Coast!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by this family and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Beau and Brandy Sailing: Net Worth and YouTube Earnings (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Beau and Brandy Sailing for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 30+ hours watching and researching everything I could about Beau and Brandy Sailing to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Beau and Brandy Sailing 😃 they are so relatable!)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Beau and Brandy Sailing afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ What are their ages and last names

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Beau and Brandy Sailing FAQs (January 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Saoirse

Crew Members

Beau Burridge (age 35)

Brandy Burridge (age 35)

They recently had to say goodbye to Benji, their cruising dog, as he was re-homed.

The Boat

Beau and Brandy Sailing’s yacht is a 1971 Pearson 35.

Their boat is unique in that it’s all-electric with no diesel or petrol motors or generators.

Upgrades

They have upgraded Saoirse with:

➜ Magnum inverter

➜ Solar panels

➜ Induction cooktop

➜ Chartplotter and AIS

➜ Immersion blender

While small, it’s become the perfect platform to sail around the world. Their solar panels are unique and cover most of their aft bimini.

Location

They are currently in Guatemala.

It does appear that they’re up to date on videos.

Past Cruising

They have previously sailed in the Caribbean, USVI and United States:

Affording It

Without kids, they were able to save up enough after several years of working hard and paying off their student loans.

Net Worth

Today in 2022, Beau and Brandy sailing has a net worth of $320,000.

This combines their boat valuation and business income.

Making Loot

Beau and Brandy make $7,200/month on Amazon by:

➜ Selling their own Saoirse swag

➜ Brand sponsors with Ritual.com

➜ Donations via Patreon and PayPal

➜ Affiliate links to Amazon

➜ Allowing ads to play on their channel

Combined, this allows them to keep sailing full-time.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them on any other channels, but I could compare them with Project Atticus and Monday Never Sailing. If you’re searching for similar channels, then definitely check those out on YouTube!

Big Moments

They haven’t had an easy journey on YouTube.

In the last few years, they have experienced:

➜ Being approached while sailing at night

➜ Their boat almost sank due to a large gash

➜ Experiencing a MAYDAY and rescue at sea

➜ Discovering big holes in their boat (damn!)

You can definitely see the resilience in their content.

Future Plans

International border closures made things difficult, but they’re now seeking to explore South America and may then explore the South Pacific.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful couple?

➜ Be willing to take calculated risks

➜ Work in harmony with each other

➜ Buy an affordable boat to start sailing

➜ Be real on YouTube and share the journey

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed their stories on YouTube. Things certainly haven’t been easy, but they have grown a lot through their cruising experiences.

I’ll certainly be watching more!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Beau and Brandy Sailing have inspired me with their YouTube channel

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Sailing Emerald Steel: Discover Their Best Secrets (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Emerald Steel for 2022.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent many fine hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing Emerald Steel to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Jules and Suzie 😃 after all, they have been sailing for 30 years!)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing Emerald Steel afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Who have they also sailed with

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing Emerald Steel FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Emerald Steel

Crew Members

Julius Hanak (age 73)

Suzie Hanak (age 60)

The Boat

They built this boat as a custom project more than 30 years ago. It was completed in 1987 and they have owned her since!

Location

They are currently in French Polynesia:

Past Cruising

They have circumnavigated the world more than once.

Affording It

They escaped communism and used a combination of personal savings and ‘sweat equity to build their boat and untie the lines.

Net Worth

Today, Sailing Emerald Steel is worth $220,000. That appears remarkably small, and yet, they have sustained themselves for so many years.

They ensured they anchored as much as they could, thereby avoiding expensive marinas. Their monthly budget was only around $1,500 combined.

Making Loot

How did they sustain themselves over all these years?

➜ They learned skills they could use in other countries

➜ They did odd jobs along the way to keep going

➜ Today, they make a small income from YouTube

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them on any other cruising channels, but they are similar to Paul and Sheryl Chard and Captain Fatty Goodlander.

You just can’t beat that type of cruising experience.

Big Moments

They have shared some of their worst experiences, including:

➜ Running aground more than once

➜ Partially sinking their boat

➜ Going through extreme weather

They have always kept things real while being conservative sailors and looking for ideal weather windows.

Future Plans

They’re going to keep sailing and aren’t stopping anytime soon!

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this wonderful couple?

➜ Keep going, no matter the obstacle

➜ Anything is possible with determination

➜ You can keep the same boat for 30+ years

➜ It’s best to have a supportive partner

And of course, learn your own boat work.

Conclusion

Unlike almost every polished channel on YouTube these days, Sailing Emerald Steel aren’t beauty queens and credit card captains.

Instead, they escaped communism many years ago, built their own steel built and went cruising for decades at a time. Today, they’ve earned the respect of the PROPER cruising community, with many of us eager to see what’s to come!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’m so inspired by Emerald Steel and their 30+ years of travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Drake Paragon: What Sailboat Do They Have? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Drake Paragon for 2023.

Over the last 10 years, I have spent so many hours watching and researching everything I could about Drake Paragon to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Drake and Monique 😃 the originals on YouTube)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Drake Paragon afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ More details about their boat and Eanna

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Drake Paragon FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Paragon

Crew Members

Drake Roberts (age 52)

Monique Davis (age 49)

Éanna did spend some time onboard but has since left.

The Boat

Drake Paragon owns a Westsail 42.

Upgrades

They have upgraded their boat with:

➜ Woodstove

➜ Singer sewing machine

➜ Replaced rigging

➜ New electronics

➜ A wind generator

Drake goes into deeper details within his videos.

Location

Drake Paragon is currently in the Faroe Islands.

They haven’t uploaded for around 2 weeks:

Past Cruising

They have effectively sailed most of the world, predominantly in colder climates.

Affording It

They worked hard and saved diligently to buy their yacht, for which they have lived on for the last 10 years, aside from some short travels abroad.

Net Worth

Drake Paragon has a net worth of $270,000 based on their boat value and business valuation.

Making Loot

They command a lot of respect on YouTube for producing videos for 10+ years now.

With that, many people are OK with them making a bit of coin here and there.

They do this by:

➜ Allowing YouTube to put ads on their channel

➜ Accepting donations via Patreon and PayPal

➜ Doing some freelance work (writing/consulting)

I estimate they’re making around $3,200/month which is enough to sustain themselves and their journey.

Collaborations

Their best collaboration was this video:

They have avoided hanging out with all the rich and famous cruising couples, instead choosing to connect with those who are more realistic.

Big Moments

They have experienced a ton in their journey, most notably going through multiple storms.

Future Plans

They’re going to continue cruising and I don’t see any reason for them to stop.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn? I really think it boils down to their unique content designed for SAILORS, not the general public.

They have avoided the ‘chicks for clicks’ type of content (you know, bikinis and more bikinis) and instead, focused on real-life boat work and cruising.

This goes to show how you CAN be genuine on YouTube and build an audience. As they say “The Real Cruising Life”

Conclusion

Drake Paragon follows the well-known philosophy…

Go Small. Go Simple. Go Now.

And I totally agree!

It’s been working for them for 10 years, and I can’t wait to see what’s next.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Drake Paragon and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Chase The Story: They Divorced – No More YouTube? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Chase The Story for 2023.

Until they stopped uploading to YouTube, I watched a ton of their videos!

(Yes, I really was *that* obsessed with Tasha’s cruising adventures 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Chase The Story afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Why they got a divorce and if they’ll return to YouTube

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Chase The Story FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Cheeky Monkey

Crew Members

Captain Tasha Hacker (age 39 now)

Ryan Hacker (age 40 now)

They had a divorce in early 2018 while in French Polynesia, sold their boat and returned to normal lives.

I’m not sure why they separated as they seemed quite happy and didn’t really have kids or financial issues.

The Boat

Chase The Story owned a 2015 Fountaine-Pajot Helia 44

Location

No one knows what happened to Tasha. If you have more information, please let me know.

This was her last video:

Trouble in paradise?

Past Cruising

They sailed through the South Pacific.

Affording It

Both worked for years in corporate and got a boat loan to purchase their catamaran.

Net Worth

Chase The Story has a net worth of $720,000.

This is based on their boat’s valuation, personal savings and own investments. They also had a small business while cruising and creating videos.

Making Loot

Before selling the boat and leaving YouTube, they made money through Patreon and referral links to Amazon.

Collaborations

I recall seen them featured with:

➜ Monday Never Sailing

➜ Gone With The Wynns

Were they on any other channels? If you did see Tasha somewhere else, please let me know. 🙂

Big Moments

The biggest moment was the divorce and her going ocean racing. Otherwise, she had quite the journey!

Future Plans

I’m not sure what plans she has, given that she hasn’t bee on YouTube or social media for a few years now.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn?

➜ Cruising divorces do happen

➜ Be willing to take the risks

➜ Don’t sweat the small stuff

➜ Work harder every single day

And of course, find a partner you absolutely click with!

Conclusion

Sadly, according to Tasha: “Turf to Surf is a blog that started with a couple sailing around the world, and ended in divorce.”

I think this was written when she was in the depths of the divorce. Today I imagine she is so much happier, and look forward to seeing her return to sailing!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Before they left YouTube, I was inspired a lot by Chase The Story…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

Tasha was living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Sailing Dark Angel: Discover Lisa’s Sailing Secrets in 2026

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Dark Angel for 2026.

Over the last several years, I have spent many hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing Dark Angel to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Lisa and Dave 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing Dark Angel afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If Dave and Lisa are married

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Sailing Dark Angel FAQs (January 2026)

Boat Name

S/V Dark Angel

Crew Members

David Kerr (age 51)

Lisa Kerr (age 48)

They are born originally from Canada and enjoy their freedom by sailing around the world. It’s something they’re truly passionate about.

They do have children, although both are adults now.

The Boat

Sailing Dark Angel has a 2006 Island Spirit Fortunate 401 catamaran.

Upgrades

Their boat needed some work and they’ve added:

➜ Acuva water purifier

➜ iCom VHF radio and AIS

➜ Harken 44ST power winch

Location

They are currently in Norman’s Cay:

Past Cruising

They have sailed around the United States and Bahamas so far, with their eyes on the South Pacific or the Mediterranean in the future.

Affording It

David and Lisa come from corporate America and saved hard for their simple yet capable ocean-capable catamaran.

Net Worth

Right now in 2026, Sailing Dark Angel has a net worth of $470,000.

This is estimated based on their boat valuation, business income and personal investments.

Making Loot

Sailing Dark Angel makes a small amount on YouTube through:

➜ Selling their own merchandise

➜ Allowing advertisers on their channel

I estimate this is around $700/month.

They owned a corporate training business previously and live off the cash from the sale of this.

Collaborations

I’m pretty sure they haven’t been featured on any other channels, but if you have seen them, let me know and I can update this article.

Big Moments

Their journey has been pretty easy, and apart from their power winch failing once, there hasn’t been anything else that has thrown them off their journey.

Future Plans

They’re slow-cruisers and have sailed mostly around the United States and Bahamas, but are planning to head further afield in the next few years. Global circumnavigation? Perhaps!

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful couple?

➜ Build a business. Sell it. Go cruising!

Really – that’s it! And it’s exactly what I’m doing too.

Conclusion

I would say that Dave and Lisa are one of the smallest influencers on YouTube, but get a HUGE tick of approval from me. Their videos are simple and without the click-bait drama to get views.

I really am looking forward to seeing where they go cruising in the near future.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Sailing Dark Angel and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)

Monday Never Sailing: Discover Their Boat and Net Worth (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Monday Never Sailing for 2023.

Since 2015, I have spent many hours watching and researching everything I could about Monday Never Sailing to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Will and Cat 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Monday Never Sailing afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Where have they been sailing

➜ How you can start crossing oceans

Then you’ve definitely come to the right place.

Before we start, a quick introduction from me…

The Cruising Freedom Author

Ahoy, Matey! I’m Joshua from Australia.

I’ve built the perfect business to sail the world.

A business model which can allow me to:

➜ Own a catamaran debt-free

➜ Go for weeks without WIFI

➜ Create semi-passive income

➜ Inspire others to dream big

But more on that later… 🙂

Monday Never Sailing FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

SV Paradox II

Crew Members

Will (age 35)

Catherine (age 34)

I haven’t been able to find their last names.

Maddie is their baby daughter

The Boat

Monday Never Sailing has a 1989 Contest 46 yacht

Upgrades

They have upgraded their yacht with solar panels, AIS and Chartplotter.

Location

They are currently in West Palm Beach, Florida.

They appear up-to-date on their YouTube videos and are doing some boat work.

Past Cruising

In the past, they have sailed through the Mediterranean.

Affording It

Will and Catherine worked hard and eventually bought their boat after years in corporate life.

Net Worth

Monday Never Sailing have a net worth of $560,000.

Making Loot

Unlike most other YouTubers, Monday Never Sailing don’t try hard to make money from their channel. They do make some money from running ads, Patreon and selling their own swag, but that’s about it.

They have small sponsorship deals with Skabenga Lures, Mantus and Sport-a-Seat.

Will also works in a freelance role part-time to generate cash flow.

Combined, this makes them around $7,900/month and is enough to keep them sailing full-time.

Collaborations

They run a small channel so I haven’t seen them featured with any other Youtubers. They were with Chase The Story for one episode, although those guys have since sold their boat and aren’t doing YouTube anymore.

Big Moments

Moments in their journey include:

➜ Coming across a tanker while running aground

➜ Swimming with sharks and pigs

They don’t publish as much content as other channels.

Future Plans

They may be planning to have another child and eventually sail around the world. For now – at least – they’re enjoying the Caribbean.

Key Takeaways

We can learn lots from this beautiful couple:

➜ Keep your videos sweet and simple

➜ Be willing to take calculated risks

➜ Sailing with children is quite easy

➜ Find a partner who shares your values

and of course, be prepared for changes!

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed watching their journey slowly unfold on YouTube since 2015, and can’t wait to see where this takes them!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Monday Never Sailing and their travels…

Some say I’m obsessed, but sailing the world is my childhood dream.

They’re living the dream, but that dream isn’t actually that far away.

I mentioned earlier about discovering the #1 cruising business model.

With this exciting opportunity, I’ll be able to:

➜ Generate a sustainable full-time income through learning basic skills

➜ Fund the purchase of my first sailing catamaran without any loans

➜ Do it without selling to friends and family (I found a better solution!)

➜ Share my lifetime passion for sailing, cruising and global adventures

Keen to discover more? Jump on the free training right now. 👨🏻‍💻

Learn More ➜

(I share more about it on the next page…🙂)