Windtraveler: Are Brittany and Scott Divorced Now? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Windtraveler for 2023.

Over the last 7 years, I ended up reading a ton of Windtraveler’s blog posts to learn more about their story. This included their unfortunate sinking of their 2 boats, and the eventual hurricane.

I was really quite obsessed with Brittany’s writing style 😃

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Windtraveler afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If Brittany and Scott got divorced

➜ 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… 🙂

Windtraveler FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

I can’t recall what the name of their current boat is.

Sadly, Windtraveler lost its two business boats. Both sunk and couldn’t be saved during Hurricane Irma, and without insurance coverage, their business went down overnight.

Crew Members

Scott Meyer (age 39)

Brittany Meyer (age 37)

They had 3 girls together, and the 2 youngest are twins.

Sadly, both Scott and Brittany divorced in 2019 after a challenging few years of raising 3 girls and running a business that took 60 hours/week from Scott’s life.

I think many of us expected this outcome…eventually.

They lacked family assistance and raising the girls took 200% of Brittany’s energy. It was very VERY taxing.

Brittany has since moved on and got a new relationship with an Australian called Jack, and recently, she gave birth to their baby girl! That’s her 4th daughter.

Scott and Brittany’s website (www.windtraveler.net) hasn’t been updated for the last couple of years and may have been abandoned.

The Boat

After losing the two charter vessels, they purchased a Hallberg-Rassy 46 and previously a Brewer 44.

Location

Scott and Brittany are still in the British Virgin Islands.

She lives on a boat while he lives in an apartment.

Past Cruising

They have done some coastal cruising before children, eventually settling into the British Virgin Islands once their daughters were born.

Affording It

Scott and Brittany didn’t come from rich parents, and thus, simply purchased an affordable yacht to get started. This happened long before the YouTube craze.

They then became one of the first – and eventually the biggest – bloggers on the scene, simply telling first-hand stories of the emotional toil that sailing has, especially with a young family on board.

They were able to qualify for bank loans to purchase their two charter vessels.

Net Worth

Windtraveler has a net worth of $270,000. They lost most of it in Hurricane Irma.

Making Loot

I’m not sure how well Brittany is getting on today or her ex-husband, Scott. If you know how she’s doing and if she created a new business, please reach out.

From all accounts, I imagine it would’ve been a struggle for them (and many others from the BVI’s) to rebuild their lives. Kids just make things all that much harder.

Collaborations

The only time I’ve seen the Windtraveler family on YouTube was on Paul and Sheryl’s channel from Distant Shores:

They were bloggers more than video creators, so it was refreshing to see them in real life.

Big Moments

During their epic journey, they have experienced:

➜ Multiple meltdowns due to cabin fever

➜ Building a business and sadly losing it all

➜ Brittany chose to file for divorce (expected)

One thing is for sure – they tried REALLY HARD to make this work. Most people wouldn’t put in 10% of what Scott and Brittany did to chase a better life in the tropics.

It wasn’t all doom-and-gloom either. They had some wonderful moments in their journey but weren’t afraid to hide the reality of cruising with kids.

Future Plans

Where to next? TBH, they haven’t updated anything for a while.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from the Windtraveler story?

➜ The journey is worth the risk

➜ Raising kids is hard, but worth it

➜ Be willing to plan for tomorrow

➜ You can rebuild from nothing

And of course, good things might not always last.

Conclusion

I always believe the universe conspires to make things right. That might sound too ‘out there’ but it’s clearly worked in this case.

Brittany has bounced back strong, and while her blog hasn’t really been updated, she has been active on Instagram and has the joy of raising another daughter, this time with an entire village behind her.

I certainly can’t wait to see what’s next!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Windtraveler 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…🙂)

Folsom Ocean Views: Who is Jes from YouTube? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Folsom Ocean Views for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 23 hours watching and researching everything I could about Folsom Ocean Views to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am a little obsessed with Charles and Jes 😃 as we share many of the same values)

So if you wanted to know:

➜ How Folsom Ocean Views afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money from YouTube

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Who is Jes and what is her real age

➜ What type of work they did previously

➜ 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… 🙂

Folsom Ocean Views FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Leviosa

Oddly enough, they haven’t named their channel after their boat.

Crew Members

Charles Folsom (age 38)

Jes Laurent (age 35)

They have been together for 15 years and married for the last 10.

Radar and Phoenix are their dogs and the newest additions to the crew.

The Boat

Folsom Ocean Views owns a 2017 Leopard 40 catamaran. This is a very popular cruising catamaran and their specific boat has been built as an off-grid powerhouse.

Upgrades

Some upgrades include

➜ 1,675watts of solar panels paired with 9000aH of lithium batteries

➜ A 5000watt inverter and 6kw generator as a backup

➜ Airconditioning plus washer and dryer combo

➜ A Rainman water maker

➜ Zeus 3 AIS and radar

They are clearly aiming to live on this boat full-time and explore the world.

Location

They are currently in Mexico, specifically on Long Island:

Past Cruising

As they purchased their catamaran during the Pandemic, they weren’t able to explore all that much, but they have sailed around the Bahamas and United States.

Affording It

Both Charles and Jes worked full-time in the tech world, often working remotely as digital nomads before it became popular. With no kids, they were able to save up enough to travel extensively, and later, purchase their catamaran for cash.

Net Worth

YouTubers are often wealthier than us, both financially and in terms of freedom.

As of 2023, Folsom Ocean Views have a net worth of $570,000.

This is based on the value of their boat and online business.

Making Loot

Previously, they were both working full-time from their boat with US-based companies, as explained here:

However, Charles was recently made unemployed after working for a startup, and so they’ve had to pivot and make YouTube their primary income.

But how exactly? Well…

➜ They offer a basic Patreon account

➜ You can buy merchandise from them

➜ They run ads on their YouTube channel

➜ They use affiliate links on their site

Despite having a smaller channel, they are doing reasonably well income-wise, making around $4,200/month.

Collaborations

They haven’t really been featured on any other channels, but if you have seen them elsewhere, please let me know.

Big Moments

Throughout their journey, they have

➜ Experienced a hurricane

➜ Got their anchor stuck

➜ Having their watermaker die

➜ Dealing with some cabin fever

As they haven’t really ventured beyond the United States, their videos center around helping other couples get into cruising full-time. I highly recommend their channel if you’re new to living on board!

Future Plans

Where to next? Well, as international borders have opened, it’s likely that they’ll explore the Caribbean…then who knows? Perhaps they’ll head towards the South Pacific…and then here to Australia! 🙂

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful couple?

➜ You can live on board with dogs

➜ Working remotely is absolutely possible

➜ Be willing to do your own boat work

➜ Ensure you’re both up for the journey

And of course, prepare for the unexpected!

Conclusion

Despite their challenges, both Charles and Jes have rolled with the punches. Today they’re pushing hard through YouTube.

While they may never be as big as say La Vagabonde, they’re definitely helpful and share not just the lifestyle, but the tips and tools to make your liveaboard journey sustainable for the long-term.

And they have definitely created my type of channel. 🙂

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Folsom Ocean Views 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…🙂)

Project Atticus: What Is Their Net Worth and Sailboat? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Project Atticus for 2023.

Over the last 3 years, I have spent so many hours watching and researching everything I could about Project Atticus to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Project Atticus 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Project Atticus afforded their boat

➜ Their income streams and net worth

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Ways you can build assets like them

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… 🙂

Project Atticus FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Atticus II

Crew Members

Jordan Wicht (age 35)

Desiree Wicht (age 34)

They met through being crew members on superyachts

Captain Oso also joins their crew.

There will be an additional crew member joining in 2022. Yes, Jordan and Desiree are having a baby!

The Boat

Project Atticus has a 1964 Allied Seawind 30 (FL 4787 NK) which was Atticus I, plus a 1997 Pacific Seacraft 40 which became Atticus II.

Upgrades

This boat had an extensive refit including lithium batteries, new sails and new solar.

Location

They are currently in The Azores before they head for the Med:

Past Cruising

They have sailed through the United States and the Mediterranean.

Who knows what will happen now that Desiree is pregnant. More than likely (as many other YouTubers do) they’ll have 3 to 6 months off, batch some videos up and then resume sailing again.

Affording It

Both Jordan and Desiree worked hard on superyachts and were able to keep their expenses very low.

Through personal savings, they were able to purchase both their boats for cash, without any need for bank loans.

Net Worth

YouTubers are often doing well for themselves as content creators.

Today in 2023, after years of work, Project Atticus is worth $510,000.

This estimation is based on their boat’s value and personal savings.

Making Loot

Previously, they had to fly away from their boat to freelance on other boats as crew, but today, they have mastered the art of online income streams.

These include:

➜ Affiliate links to yachting gear

➜ Running their own Patreon account

➜ Numerous brand sponsorships

➜ Allowing ads on their channel

They treat YouTube content creation as a serious business which makes them around $5,700/month. Remarkable!

Collaborations

Despite the remarkably large size of their YouTube channel, I haven’t seen them sailing with anyone else.

They have met up with various other YouTubers at the Miami Boat show. This included David Shih, Beau and Brandy Sailing, Odd Life Crafting and Sailing Sweet Ruca.

I think a collab between them and Kristina’s travels could work well.

Big Moments

Some notable experiences in Atticus’ journey include:

➜ Almost being boarded by pirates in Nicaraguan Banks.

➜ Being approached by strangers while sailing

➜ Going through multiple cabin-fever experiences

Fortunately, nothing really that bad has happened to them.

Future Plans

Where to next? Now that the boat is ready to sail, they’re planning to see the entire world!

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this ambitious couple?

➜ Do it all while you’re young

➜ Be willing to make mistakes

➜ Learn to do your own boat work

➜ Harness the power of the internet

And of course, find a supportive spouse to join you! 🤩

Conclusion

Clearly, Jordan and Desiree have captivated the hearts of many, including myself. Their projects are ambitious but they’re willing to get the job done for their dream.

Now my question to you – are you prepared to put in the work…

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Project Atticus 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…🙂)

The Cruising Kiwis: What Catamaran Do They Sail? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on The Cruising Kiwis for 2023.

Over the last 3 years, I have spent 57 hours watching and researching everything I could about The Cruising Kiwis to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Rob and Rachel’s Australian journey 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How The Cruising Kiwis afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If their catamaran is a bluewater cruiser

➜ 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… 🙂

The Cruising Kiwis FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Javelot

Crew Members

Rob Hamill (age 49)

Rachel Hamill (age 47)

Finn (19), Declan (17) and Ivan (14) are their children who often focus on creating the videos. This is one of the most raw videos they have created:

The Boat

The Cruising Kiwis on YouTube sail on their 2019 Fountaine Pajot Belize 43 with an owner’s cabin floorplan.

Upgrades

Upgrades to their boat include AIS, chartplotter and water maker.

Location

The Cruising Kiwis are currently circumnavigating Australia.

Past Cruising

They have sailed through New Zealand and Australia, although Rob had won a rowing race in the past.

Affording It

Rob and Rachel worked hard for decades

Net Worth

The Cruising Kiwis have a net worth of $1,570,000 based on their boat valuation and personal savings.

Making Loot

The Cruising Kiwis aren’t trying to make money on YouTube, as they create their content for inspiration.

But they would like to continue crusing, and so:

➜ They offer a small Patreon account

➜ They sometimes allow YouTube to run ads

They’re only making around $900/month, unlike other channels that absolutely ‘clean up’ through creating videos.

They could monetize their channel so much more by adding referral links and creating sponsorship agreements or even offering to consult for those seeking to purchase a boat.

Collaborations

While The Cruising Kiwis do have a small channel, it hasn’t stopped them from collaborating with these giants:

➜ Sailing Zatara

➜ Expedition Drenched

I look forward to seeing them connect with other Australian cruising families.

Big Moments

Excuse the pun, but it hasn’t been smooth sailing for this wonderful family. Rob got a fish hook in his foot once, but that’s small compared to the rest:

While sailing, they have experienced the WA Government trying to catch them out for swimming with whales which was legal for private vessels. More details here:

They also had a sketchy entrance into Noosa Heads. I’ve struggled on that bar crossing too so I don’t blame them.

In addition, in 1978, Rob’s older brother Kerry was unfortunately attacked by a Khmer Rouge gunboat, along with his two friends.

Sadly, they were captured, tortured and eventually murdered. Part of the Cruising Kiwis journey is to re-trace Kerry’s route.

More details about that story here:

There is also a movie that tells the story.

Future Plans

Now that the circumnavigation of Australia is almost over, they’re planning to head into SE Asia.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this heart-driven cruising family?

➜ You can definitely cruise with older kids

➜ Find the right catamaran for your needs

➜ Work through the challenges along the way

➜ You’ll find fellow kid-boats along the way

➜ Make your cruising a journey worth telling

And of course, take it easy on the waters!

Conclusion

The Cruising Kiwis have absolutely inspired me to go sail around Australia. They’re down-to-earth and despite their smaller audience, share way more wisdom than channels 10x the size.

I certainly can’t wait to see more!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by The Cruising Kiwis 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 Holly Blue: Does Laura Offer Extra Footage? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Holly Blue for 2023.

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

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Laura and her family 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing Holly Blue afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If Laura runs an OnlyFans account

➜ 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 Holly Blue FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Holly Blue

They have owned this boat for 4 years.

Crew Members

Ross Colledge (age 36)

Laura Colledge (age 34)

She is a mom, fitness enthusiast, yoga practitioner and digital creator. You can find out more at www.boat-fit.com which is an awesome place for cruisers to keep themselves fit and healthy while exploring faraway lands.

Also, Laura from Sailing Holly Blue doesn’t have an OnlyFans, although this has been highly requested.

Their two young children are Joshua and Noah who are homeschooled and clearly enjoy their time on board.

The Boat

Sailing Holly Blue is a 42-foot Bavaria yacht.

Upgrades

Upgrades to Holly Blue are mostly lifestyle accessories for fitness including SUPs and other fitness equipment. Their boat already came with gear to help them sail around the world.

Location

According to Instagram and YouTube, they are in Greece and are currently up to date on their videos.

Past Cruising

They have focused on cruising around the Mediterranean.

Affording It

Both Ross and Laura worked hard before they had kids and traded the house on land for an epic adventure with the boys.

Through owning online businesses, they are able to make their dreams a reality.

Net Worth

Today, the family from Sailing Holly Blue is worth $450,000.

This estimation is based on the value of their boat and business income.

Making Loot

Their income streams include:

➜ Patreon subscribers

➜ YouTube ads

➜ Memberships to Laura’s Boat Fit program

➜ Affiliate links on their website

They make around $6,700/month online which is enough for them to continue sailing for the long term.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them featured with any other YouTubers. If you have, please let me know.

Big Moments

It hasn’t always been calm seas for this family, with experiences that include:

➜ Buying toys for refugee children in Greece

➜ Being caught out in a Gale 6 storm (was nasty!)

➜ Going through some boat dramas on board

Future Plans

They’re planning to leave the Med in 2023 and head towards the British Virgin Islands and the Caribbean.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this wonderful English family?

➜ You can certainly sail with young kids

➜ Be prepared to do some homeschooling

➜ Keep your budget as lean as possible

➜ Find creative ways to sell digital products

And of course, have a life partner who’ll support you!

Conclusion

As a parent, I’ve really enjoyed watching their story unfold on YouTube. It’s creative and admiring at the same time.

I’m certainly tuning in to watch a whole lot more!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Sailing Holly Blue 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…🙂)

Feel The Breeze Family: Rianne Divorce, Net Worth and Boat Type (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Feel The Breeze Family for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 47 hours watching and researching everything I could about Gerben and Rianne to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Feel The Breeze Family 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Feel The Breeze Family afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today and their net worth

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ More details about Rianne’s divorce and court case

➜ 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… 🙂

Feel The Breeze Family FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Perfect Sense (it’s painted on the aft of their boat)

Crew Members

Gerben Hottinga (age 42) who built multiple businesses

Rianne Hottinga (age 37) and was born on a boat

This wonderful couple have been together for 6 years.

Benjamin Hottinga (age 3) who is their son. Rianne just gave birth to their second child in late 2022.

Pedro Wessells (land-based video editor) edits and publishes most of their videos.

Divorce

Gerben and Rianne have had relationship issues through parts of their journey, and have spent time separately. However, they are not divorced. These issues may stem from cabin fever, where two people are in a cramped environment..and having a toddler on board makes things way more difficult.

More details here:

She has had issues with a court case from previous issues due to Gerben’s bankruptcy.

I don’t think they’ll be separating anytime soon, especially as she is pregnant with their next child.

The Boat

Feel The Breeze Family has a 2004 Beneteau 57 sailing yacht. This cost around $195,000.

Upgrades

They have upgraded their boat with:

➜ B&G Zeus 3

➜ Bow thruster

➜ Wireless UHF

➜ New autopilot

➜ 3 water tanks

They’re definitely serious about cruising around the world with this vessel. They even have their own ice maker. 🙂

Location

According to Instagram, they are in Montenegro

According to YouTube, they are also in Montenegro

This means they are currently up to date on their videos.

Past Cruising

They have so far been sailing around the Mediterranean.

Affording It

One of Benjamin’s companies went bankrupt in 2017, with issues that still arise today. It’s definitely been tough for all 3 and this is a key reason why they wanted to leave their past behind and move on to a boat.

Rianne has been open about owning the boat herself, and she’s abundant with money. She previously tried building a sustainable clothing company but struggled, much like many entrepreneurs. Fortunately, she kept some money herself.

Today, they do make a few dollars on YouTube.

Net Worth

YouTubers are often wealthier than we assume.

As of 2023, Feel the Breeze Family has a net worth of just $510,000 USD.

This is an estimation that combines their boat valuation and personal investments. While it’s small, they have found the means to purchase their own yacht.

Making Loot

Today, they make their income with:

➜ Affiliate links placed within their video description

➜ Allowing YouTube to put ads on their channel

➜ Running their own Patreon account

➜ Selling their own exclusive merchandise

With this combined, Feel The Breeze Family are making around $5,500/month through their channel.

It’s clear that they’re running their YouTube account like a business and take their monetization seriously.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them featured with any other YouTubers.

Big Moments

Their biggest moment was Rianne temporarily leaving to gain some space.

The court case continues to overshadow Feel The Breeze Family’s cruising adventures.

Future Plans

They’re planning to sail around the world, but is Rianne pregnant again? 🤔

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this wonderful cruising family?

➜ You don’t need to build a million-dollar company

➜ Re-evaluate your life choices as often as you can

➜ Be willing to learn your own boat inside and out

➜ A yacht is much more affordable than a catamaran

And of course, for the men, find a beautiful mermaid to join you on your journey.

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed their adventures on YouTube. It certainly hasn’t been easy but I can’t wait until they have 100% freedom.

Entrepreneurship is a tough gig and they’re holding on to some baggage from the past. I should know – I’ve had a tough journey too.

But with will, persistence and determination, they have found a way to move forward sustainably.

I can’t wait to see what’s to come. 😀

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Clearly I’ve been very inspired by Feel The Breeze 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…🙂)

Kristina’s Travels: What Type of Sailboat is Tucana? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Kristina’s Travels for 2023.

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

(Admittedly, I am obsessed with my fellow Australian creators! 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Kristina’s Travels afforded their boat

➜ What her Instagram handle is… 😉

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Where they are planning to sail to next

➜ 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… 🙂

Kristina’s Travels FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Tucana with registration SA53IS.

They have also sailed on S/V Jacana II.

Crew Members

John Tilley (age 33)

Kristina Costalos (age 31)

They have been together for 17 years but are NOT married.

They were from Melbourne and escaped due to the never-ending lockdowns in 2020. Prior to this, they grew up in Adelaide just like myself.

They have been featured on the news here:

The Boat

Kristina’s Travels owns a 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 50DS.

Upgrades

They have upgraded their yacht with an autopilot and AIS.

Location

Their boat is currently in the Whitsundays. They have uploaded some older content:

Meanwhile, according to Instagram, they’ve headed to Europe to do some sailing.

Past Cruising

They have sailed from Sydney and throughout the Whitsundays.

Affording It

John was a pilot while Kristina was a TV news reporter.

They were making around $100,000/year each. With no kids, they are able to save up a ton to purchase their boat for $247,000 from Melbourne.

Net Worth

Kristina’s Travels has a net worth of $720,000.

This is a combination fo their boat value, personal investments and business income. They do make an income from YouTube.

Making Loot

They make $1,100/month through their channel by allowing ads to run on their channel.

They also use referral links to their camera and sailing gear to Amazon.

There are a ton of things they could do to monetize their channel so much more.

Collaborations

They haven’t really collaborated with other YouTube cruisers, but they are very similar to Sailing Ruby Rose.

Big Moments

Moments in their journey include being interviewed on the news, experiencing some tough storms and struggling with emotional challenges.

They actually inspected a boat in Brisbane (S/V Sabu) that they ultimately decided it wasn’t for them. An older gentleman bought it and yet, after 3 weeks of ownership, was demasted near Coffs Harbour.

See the story here:

Future Plans

They’re planning to take their yacht around the world.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn?

➜ Anyone can learn how to sail

➜ It’s OK to take 12 months off

➜ You don’t need much experience

➜ Work through the toughest of jobs

Most importantly, find a special mermaid to join you on the journey!

Conclusion

John and Kristina are so wonderful, and Kristina’s calming narration voice is based on her years of experience on Australian television networks.

It’s so refreshing to see someone semi-famous head out there and explore. Their story-telling is wonderful and I can’t wait to see more!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Kristina’s Travels 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…🙂)

SV Seeker: Divorce, Drama, Net Worth and Earnings (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on SV Seeker for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent so many late nights watching and researching everything I could about Doug’s boat-building project.

I’ve come away not only inspired but with more knowledge about boat building in general.

So if you wanted to know:

➜ How SV Seeker afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Was the explosion just a prank?

➜ 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… 🙂

SV Seeker FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Seeker

Crew Members

Doug Johnson (age 57) who is based on Oklahoma. There have been dozens of others who have contributed to the boat’s build at some stage during the journey.

The Boat

SV Seeker is a Steal Origami Boat (previously from Hong Kong) that is 74-feet long and has taken 4 long years to build.

Doug has put a ton of work into it, and his website is extensive where he goes through the entire build process.

Location

The workshop location is 2128 E. Ute, Tulsa, OK 74110

I’m not sure where his boat is being moored currently, but it’s somewhere on the Arkansas River near Tulsa, OK.

Here is one of his most recent videos in Arkansaw:

Affording It

Doug has effectively put most of his life savings and 4 years of his life into this project.

Net Worth

SV Seeker has a net worth of $580,000 as of 2022.

Making Loot

He makes a little amount on YouTube through:

➜ Amazon referral links

➜ The ads on his channel

➜ Subscribers via Patreon

He hasn’t really had any brand sponsorships.

Collaborations

He’s been featured on a few other YouTube channels, but these are often smaller creators.

Sailing Uma has been huge fans of Doug’s channel.

Big Moments

Apart from the explosion which was quite clearly a fake stunt designed to get attention, they have only had their sailing rig fail at sea and a few other issues.

Future Plans

Doug aspires to cruise around the United States, and we’re unsure if he’ll take his ship on a global circumnavigation.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this ambitious old-timer?

➜ No matter your age, you still have the energy

➜ Be willing to embark where others just won’t

➜ The entire cruising community will help you

➜ Have some patience while you build it up

And of course, keep things moving along

Conclusion

Doug is genuine, rare and exceptionally skilled as a boat builder and sailor. Now that the boat is floating downstream, I can’t wait to see where this journey takes him!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by SV Seeker 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 Magic Carpet: Maya’s Secrets and Net Worth (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Sailing Magic Carpet for 2023.

Over the last 3.5 years, I have spent 27 hours watching and researching everything I could about Sailing Magic Carpet to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Maya and Aladino 😃 ever since the early days of their YouTube channel)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Sailing Magic Carpet afforded their 2 boats

➜ How they make their money via creating content

➜ What boat do they have today and its upgrades

➜ How old they are and their net worth

➜ A unique way to achieve your freedom

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 Magic Carpet FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Magic Carpet II

Crew Members

Aladino who is Swiss/Italian

Maya who is Canadian

The Boat

Their boat – Magic Carpet II – is a 1982 Cape George 36.

Upgrades

They are currently going through an extensive refit process.

Location

Their boat renovation project was done in Port Townsend, WA, United States.

With their boat finished, they are now sailing in Sweden:

They’ll work their way around the world, slowly but surely!

Past Cruising

Before embarking on this ambitious restoration project, they had sailed Magic Carpet 1 throughout the Mediterranean.

Affording It

Both kept very basic budgets and did simple things to save most of their expenses. They aren’t rich but did work normal jobs to save up enough money to sail permanently.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Sailing Magic Carpet has a net worth of $195,000.

Making Loot

Sailing Magic Carpet makes $4,700/month on their channel through:

➜ Referral links to Total Boat Products

➜ Links to other gear they use and wear

➜ Subscriptions to their Patreon account

➜ Allowing YouTube to put ads on their channel

They are constantly evolving and will have enough to continue sailing once the refit is complete.

Collaborations

They have been featured on The Duracell Project most notably.

Big Moments

Their boggest moments include smashing their hull when beaching their boat.

Future Plans

Where to next? They’re planning on a circumnavigation once their boat has been built. While Aladino is a qualified boat builder, he’d rather be out there with his mermaid!

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this knowledgeable couple on YouTube?

➜ Always chase your dreams, no matter the risk

➜ Be willing to put in the hard work today for success

➜ It takes time for good things to come to fruition

➜ Be patient yet persistent to achieve your freedom

And of course, find a partner who supports your dreams!

Conclusion

I have thoroughly enjoyed their boat building process, and certainly can’t wait until they launched their new boat for good!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Clearly I’ve been very inspired by Sailing Magic Carpet 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…🙂)

JE Wilds Fishing: How Did Joe and Catherine Gain Their Freedom? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on JE Wilds Fishing for 2023.

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

This article refers to their fishing channel as I’m just not that into their hunting videos. But regardless, I’ll take a deep dive into how they achieved success online.

If you wanted to know:

➜ How JE Wilds afford to live their lifestyle

➜ How they make a full-time income off YouTube

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Their real names, ages and location

➜ 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… 🙂

JE Wilds FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

They don’t have a boat as yet, but I hear they’re looking for sponsors.

Crew Members

Joe Eglington (age 31)

Catherine Sayce (age 29)

Catherine is an Instagram influencer and has a solid following:

Location

Many of their fishing locations have been a closely-guarded secret. If I were them and I had the GPS locations then I wouldn’t share them out, unless you asked nicely… 😉

All of their videos are filmed in New Zealand, predominantly in the remote areas of the north island.

Affording It

Both Joe and Cath worked full-time for several years while camping on weekends. One day they started filming and people LOVED it!

After a couple of years, they were able to chuck in their jobs as they were earning enough online to get by.

Net Worth

Today in 2023, JE Wilds has a net worth of $570,000 NZ dollars. This is estimated based off their real estate value, their boat, business income and personal savings.

Making Loot

So how do they make this money off YouTube?

Well, several ways actually:

➜ They are sponsored by Daiwa

➜ There are ads running on their channel

➜ They get donations via Patreon

➜ They also do some freelance filming and photography work

Clearly they know how to put together an epic video, and we can expect their revenue to increase year-on-year.

Collaborations

Have you seen them on any other channel? I haven’t personally but they are very similar to Sailing Nandji.

Big Moments

They’ve had some cool experiences including camping on a remote island after being delivered by a helicopter. I can’t wait to see what more is to come.

Future Plans

Where to next? They’ll be aiming to explore Australia and might even buy their own boat. 🙂

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful couple?

➜ Be willing to explore the wild

➜ Cliff-fishing can be a very safe sport

➜ Look for solid brand sponsorships

➜ Always fight for your freedom

And of course, find a beautiful mermaid to join you on your journey! 🤩

Conclusion

I’ve been watching for a while and can’t wait to see what is to come from these New Zealanders!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Joe, Catherine and their NZ adventures

Some say I’m obsessed, but they definitely deserve their freedom!

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…🙂)