Cruising Channels

Erik Aanderaa: Wife, Boat, 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 Erik Aanderaa for 2023.

Over the last 6 years, I have spent many fine hours watching and researching everything I could about Erik Aanderaa to learn more about his sailing story.

I’m a fan of his YouTube channel, just like you!

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Erik Aanderaa afforded his boat

➜ How he makes his money today

➜ What boat does he actually sail on

➜ Why he’s missing from 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… 🙂

Erik Aanderaa FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Go which he calls Tessie

One of the coolest boat names I have come across!

Crew Members

Erik Aanderaa (age 39) from Denmark.

Very little is known about his girlfriend or family.

The Boat

Erik has a Contessa 35.

Upgrades

He is constantly upgrading his boat, with some notable equipping being:

➜ New 1500W inverter

➜ Webasto 4Kw diesel heater

➜ New Chartplotter and radar detector

➜ New Volvo Penta DE-40 engine and engine batteries

➜ He even has his own Nespresso coffee machine on board his boat

His channel focuses a lot on sailing (mainly in rough conditions) rather than boat work or repairs.

Location

He mostly sails in Iceland.

In recent times, Erik Aanderaa has opted to only produce 1 video per month to maintain his high-quality content. He uses a ‘no bullshit, just sailing’ philosophy and avoids all the click-bait drama and controversies of other channels.

This was one of his most recent videos:

This has caused some people to speculate that he isn’t sailing anymore or has gotten in trouble somehow – or even worse – gone missing.

Past Cruising

He has explored the Mediterranean, North Sea and the North Atlantic sea. He has also been a crew in multiple yacht races.

Affording It

Erik’s career was in the nautical industry and he saved

Net Worth

Today, Erik Aanderaa’s net worth is $570,000.

Making Loot

He takes his video production and storytelling seriously and makes money on YouTube through:

➜ Affiliate links to NordVPN

➜ Selling his own merchandise

➜ Running a Patreon account

➜ Allowing YouTube to put ads on his videos

In total, he makes around $4,500/month.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen him featured on any other channels, but he has been featured in many highly-regarded sailing magazines such as Yachting Monthly.

Big Moments

[Best and Worst Moments in Cruising]

➜ He ran aground once on the rocks

➜ He got hypothermia due to wearing the wrong gloves (a key reason why he now has a diesel heater)

➜ He’s pushed through multiple bad storms

Future Plans

Where to next? Well, he’s more than likely heading south to Antarctica at some stage.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this legendary sailor?

➜ Prepare for the worst

➜ Always trim your sails

➜ Keep warm on cold passages

➜ Let your boat seteer itself

And most importantly, always stay dry!

Conclusion

Erik is very unique within the sailing community. Unlike those seeking attention, he simply wants to sail and share his adventures on the camera.

He deserves a lot more subscribers for his ethos, passion and pure sailing experiences. I certainly can’t wait for this next batch of videos to go live!

So much so that I’ve hit the bell notification on YouTube, and that’s extremely rare for me to do. 🙂 In the meantime…

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Erik Aanderaa’s extreme sailing…

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

He’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…🙂)

Odd Life Crafting: Roberta’s Age, Earnings and Net Worth (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Odd Life Crafting for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 30+ hours watching and researching everything I could about Odd Life Crafting to learn more about their story and unique choice of a sailing vessel.

(Yes, watching for that many hours means I really am *that* obsessed with Duca and Roberta 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Odd Life Crafting afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If Roberta offers uncensored footage

➜ 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… 🙂

Odd Life Crafting FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Odd

Yes, this is the strangest boat name I’ve ever come across! 😅

Crew Members

Duca (Eduardo) Cassol (age 38)

Roberta Montibeller (age 39)

The Boat

Odd Life Crafting owns a 1991 Dinieper Tropic 1200 which is a 44ft steel sailboat. This boat sat in a yard and was neglected for over 22 years before being discovered by this energetic couple.

Check out the tour before they started working on it:

They got themselves committed to the project and the rest is history. Today they’re sailing the world.

Prior to this, they owned 2 previous small sailboats.

Upgrades

They have done a ton of boat work since and replaced almost everything in their epic journey on YouTube.

It wasn’t easy but has paid off well. I highly recommend watching their complete build series, and my list of upgrades would require multiple pages… 🙂

Location

They are currently in Rio de Janeiro after having left São Paulo, Brazil.

This means they are currently a week or two behind on their video production as it’s been challenging to find reliable WIFI.

Past Cruising

They haven’t been sailing all that much, but have just started to explore Brazil.

Affording It

How did they find the money? They both worked hard and as they lived a simple life and had no children, they were able to save up enough to purchase their project yacht a few years ago and get to work.

They put a ton of sweat equity into the build, learned much along the way and inspired the YouTube community.

Net Worth

YouTubers often become wealthier by the day.

As of 2023, Odd Life Crafting has a net worth of $580,000. This is based on the value of their yacht, their personal savings and business income.

I imagine that numerous boat manufacturers would be willing to offer them a ‘free’ boat that Sailing La Vagabonde did in 2017.

Duca and Roberta are extremely knowledgeable and are committed to their mission.

Making Loot

Odd Life Crafting makes a remarkable $11,000/month on YouTube through simply:

➜ Allowing ads to be shown on their channel

➜ Providing referral links to all their camera gear and parts

➜ Selling their own Odd Life Crafting merchandise via Teespring

➜ Accepting Patreon and PayPal donations from their loyal fans

➜ And finally, accepting brand sponsorships and affiliate links to their sailboat gear

They have absolutely mastered the art of making an income through YouTube, and many channels could learn a thing or two about their secrets.

Collaborations

Have they shared the spotlight on YouTube with any other channels? Absolutely! They have met up with:

➜ Expedition Evans

➜ Sailing Zephyr

➜ Sailing Parlay Revival (they have a ton of synergy with Colin!)

➜ Sailing Avocet

➜ Sailing Zingaro

➜ Monday Never

➜ MJ Sailing

➜ Project Atticus

➜ SV Delos

➜ Cruisers Academy

➜ Harbors Unknown

➜ Sailing Dark Angel

➜ Out Chasing Stars

➜ David Shih

➜ Sailboat Story

➜ Sailing The Far Side

➜ Calico Skies Sailing

They met most of these cruisers at the Annapolis Boat Show in late 2021.

So in terms of who they’ve actually hung out AND sailed together with:

➜ Taylor’s Travels

➜ Tula’s Endless Summer

➜ Sailing Yabá

➜ Chicama Sailing

They have also been inspired by S/V Rapunzel:

Big Moments

Things haven’t been easy but they’ve worked through the lowest of the lows, including:

➜ Breaking their quadrant

➜ Replacing their mast

➜ Running aground (making them true sailors now!)

➜ Having several meltdowns

They have continued to inspire many people to restore their own abandoned boats and see the world.

Future Plans

Where to next? They are planning to explore South America before cruising into the South Pacific.

They have discussed having children on more than one occasion. I believe they’ll make wonderful parents and their yacht is capable to handle 1-2 children.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this wise and ambitious couple?

➜ Be resourceful in what you have

➜ It’s never easy, but it’s worth it

➜ Don’t let the years slip on by

➜ Find a partner who’ll 200% support you

And most important, don’t rush yourself. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. 😊

Conclusion

Duca and Roberta deserve every sundowner, sunrise and to be welcomed into every port. They have taken on a project that very few people wouldn’t even consider…and have COMPLETELY knocked it out of the park!

Much of the cruising community praises their work ethic and dedication to their restoration project. I certainly can’t wait to see what is to come!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Odd Life Crafting 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…🙂)

Salt And Tar: What Is Garrett and Ruth’s Net Worth? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Salt And Tar for 2023.

Since 2015, I have spent so many hours watching and researching everything I could about Salt And Tar to learn more about their remarkable boat restoration projects.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Garrett and Ruth 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Salt And Tar afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ How old they are

➜ 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… 🙂

Salt And Tar FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Rediviva and S/V Button 2.

Crew Members

Garrett Jolly (age 35)

Ruth Jolly (age 34)

They have been together since they were 15 and even bought their first sailboat together when they were 17. These two certainly are sticking together for life!

The Boat

George Buehler 40-foot yacht. Only a few of these were produced.

They previously owned a 1946 36-foot Johnna Hanna Ketch amongst several other classic yachts.

Upgrades

Upgrades to their project boat include:

➜ New engine and electrical systems

And a ton of carpentry work.

Location

They live in the United States although I’m not sure which marina they are currently in. Their boat work is almost done!

This is one of their most recent videos:

Past Cruising

They haven’t really wailed all that much, focusing instead on their boat-build project.

Affording It

How did they afford to sail? Well, they saved up as much as they could and simply got to work.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Salt And Tar have a net worth of $275,000.

Making Loot

They make a part-time income through YouTube by:

➜ Selling their own merchandise

➜ Running ads on their YouTube channel

➜ Gaining donations via Patreon and PayPal

I estimate this is making them around $2,700/month and a lot goes back into their project work.

Collaborations

Have they collaborated with anyone? Not really. I haven’t seen them on any other channels, but I do see some synergy between them and Living With The Tide.

If you’re looking for a similar channel to follow, then I’d highly recommend that one!

Big Moments

There haven’t been any accidents, fires, click-bait drama or anything else on their channel. They don’t do anything silly to attract views and simply get on with their boat jobs. This explains why they are so popular on YouTube.

Future Plans

Where will they go sailing now? Well, they’re planning to sail around the world and will start in the Caribbean.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this skillful and ambitious couple?

➜ You CAN restore old boats

➜ Be willing to learn the tools

➜ Things don’t always go to plan

➜ Find someone who supports you

And of course, don’t take things so seriously. I think that’s helped them get through the most challenging elements of their boat build.

Conclusion

I can’t wait to see what’s beyond the horizon for these two. Whatever adventures await…they 200% deserve it after all this hard work! Absolute legends in my eyes.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Salt And Tar 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…🙂)

Expedition Evans: Net Worth, Boat Cost, Crew and Earnings (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Expedition Evans for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent 47 hours watching and researching everything I could about their boat restoration.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Expedition Evans 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Expedition Evans afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Their boat price and its name

➜ 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… 🙂

Expedition Evans FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Sea Pass

Crew Members

Brett Evans (age 32)

Jade Evans (age 28)

They have been married for several years.

The Boat

Expedition Evans has a 2008 Beneteau 49 (registration number 4JH4-TE) that they salvaged.

It didn’t have a mast as it was damaged and they bought it at an insurance auction.

Upgrades

There have been many upgrades and repairs that have been necessary on their boat which included a new mast and electronics. Hard work certainly pays off!

Location

They were working on their boat in Miami, Florida but recently arrived in The Bahamas:

This means they are currently slightly behind on their videos.

Past Cruising

Much of their channel has been focused on their boat restoration project, so they haven’t really explored more than the United States for a shakedown cruise.

Affording It

Did Brett and Jade come from rich parents? Definitely not. Brett worked as a pilot while Jade was a photographer. They didn’t have much money but fortunately were able to win their yacht at auction. They did have to put a lot of sweat equity into restoring their boat from the ground up and something that most people aren’t willing to do.

Net Worth

YouTubers typically do well for themselves.

As of 2023, Expedition Evans has amassed a net worth of $720,000.

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

Making Loot

How does Expedition Evans make money? Well, there are several ways:

➜ Referrals to life insurance quotes

➜ Using Amazon links to the gear they use

➜ Selling their own awesome merchandise

➜ Donations via Patreon and PayPal

From this, they make around $5,700/month.

Collaborations

I haven’t seen them on any other YouTube channels but they remind me a lot of Sailing Parlay Revival and Sailing Uma.

Big Moments

Apart from the retrofit, incidents in their journey include:

➜ Experiencing a boat fire with Sailing Naida

➜ Getting caught in a lightning storm in their

➜ Having multiple meltdowns due to boat work

The bigger challenges are yet to come on the ocean for these two. 🙂

Future Plans

Where to next? Well, now that the boat is officially ready, they plan on sailing the Caribbean and later, the South Pacific.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this ambitious couple?

➜ Life is so short so make the most of today

➜ The cheapest boats are those that are damaged

➜ Make yourself willing to get your hands dirty

➜ You CAN work remotely, starting today

And for the gentlemen…find a beautiful mermaid just like Jade. 😍

Conclusion

I absolutely adore these two! They work so well together in their episodes and I can’t wait to see what’s on the horizon.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Expedition Evans 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…🙂)

Adventures Of An Old Sea Dog: What Type of Boat? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Adventures Of An Old Sea Dog for 2023.

Over the last 15 years, I have spent 70+ hours watching and researching everything I could about Barry’s channel to learn more about his story.

(Yes, he has been on YouTube for THAT long 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Barry afforded his unique sailboat

➜ How he makes his money today

➜ What boat does he have and its upgrades

➜ Where is going to sail to next

➜ And 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… 🙂

Adventures Of An Old Sea Dog FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V White Shadow

Crew Members

Barry Perrins (age 61) who is originally from the UK

The Boat

Adventures Of An Old Sea Dog has a 2004 Van De Stadt ‘Seal’ 36.

Upgrades

He has upgraded his yacht extensively and shares a lot of his knowledge on his channel. He’s modified the coach roof and I won’t take any more of his limelight, so I highly recommend checking out his upgrades and repairs video collection.

Location

Barry is in Fiji and is doing most of his sailing solo these days.

Past Cruising

Where has he sailed? Pretty much around the world. He has had some epic adventures and has taken the audience along for the ride.

Affording It

Barry worked hard for many years to afford his yacht, although it didn’t cost all that much. He wanted to have a safe buffer in the bank account.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Adventures Of An Old Sea Dog has a net worth of $350,000.

Making Loot

He makes YouTube his part-time income through:

➜ Running a Patreon account

➜ Allowing ads on his channel

My estimation is that he’s making around $2,200/month on the platform. He could monetize his channel so much more by using referral links and gaining sponsors.

Collaborations

Has he been spotted on other channels? I haven’t seen him anywhere but he met the legendary Captain Fatty Goodlander around 4 years ago.

Big Moments

Moments in his journey include:

➜ Coming across a yacht wreck

➜ Having a fire on board

➜ Sailing single-handed to numerous companies

➜ Coming across many beautiful women

And of course, experiencing lots of sail, wind, rain, hail and sunshine!

Future Plans

Barry is heading for Australia soon and we’ll be welcoming him with open arms!

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this legend?

➜ You don’t need to spruce out on a great boat

➜ Avoid all the glitz and glamour of YouTube

➜ Be resourceful enough to do your own boat work

➜ Cruising full-time is cheaper than you might think

And above all else, find that special mermaid to join you!

Conclusion

Barry is considered to be iconic within the cruising community and for good reason – he’s down to earth and makes firm decisions as the captain of his own vessel.

He avoids all the fancy editing and slick camera equipment, and simply tells his story for those (like me) that’ll pay attention.

His demographic, mostly people who actually want to go cruising full-time, appreciate his storytelling and authenticity on and off the camera.

I certainly can’t wait to see what’s coming on the horizon for his journey. He doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Barry has definitely inspired me with his travels…

I’m obsessed with his channel, but sailing the world is my dream.

He is 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…🙂)

Taylor’s Travels: Boyfriend, 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 Taylor’s Travels for 2023.

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

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

If you wanted to know:

➜ Which boat is Taylor’s Travels currently sailing on

➜ How she makes her money and keeps traveling

➜ Which boats she has been on in the past

➜ If she offers nude or uncensored content

➜ 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… 🙂

Taylor’s Travels FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Sea Gypsy

Crew Members

Taylor Francis (age 32) is originally from Elora, Ontario, Canada.

She has been dating Kiki Terrels (age 35) for several months and now considers him to be her boyfriend.

Needless to say, that recent announcement broke the hearts of many single men.

She was originally on S/V Doodles and didn’t start her own channel until the Pandemic started. She blew up very quickly as many people knew her from Bobby’s channel and she was a fan favorite!

The Boat

Taylor Francis today owns a 1994 Catalina Morgan 38 which she sails with friends, family and now her recent boyfriend.

Previous to this, she owned a 1978 Tanzer 26. She sold that yacht soon after to go sailing on S/V Doodles.

Upgrades

She has upgraded her current boat with:

➜ 2 new Battle Born lithium batteries

➜ 3000w inverter and solar charge controller

She successfully ran a GoFundMe campaign to get a new engine ($14,000) and have it installed ($5,000) through just 134 donors. It’s clear that she has massive influence.

Location

Taylor is currently in the Dominican Republic.

This means she is currently a few weeks behind on her videos.

Past Cruising

Taylor has sailed in:

➜ United States and Canada

➜ Caribbean, USVI and Bahamas

➜ The Mediterranean

Affording It

Taylor made her money as an influencer and travel blogger. Bobby likely gave her a small salary and she saved most of it to buy her own yacht and eventually kick-start her own channel.

Net Worth

As of June 2022, Taylor’s Travels has a net worth of $770,000. This is based upon her boat valuation and global influence. Many sailing brands have reached out to her for collaborations and the attention she receives is perfect for brand placement.

Making Loot

Taylor has been blessed by the YouTube Gods and now has more than 200,000 subscribers with just 40 videos.

She monetizes her videos by:

➜ Running ads on her YouTube channel

➜ Earning from her Patreon subscribers

➜ Selling her own adventure merchandise

➜ She also accepts donations via PayPal

In total, she makes around $4,800/month on YouTube which funds her travels.

Collaborations

I have seen Taylor Francis on the following YouTube channels:

➜ Sailing Doodles, although she wasn’t dating Bobby

➜ S/V Delos where she recently spent several weeks

➜ Odd Life Couple who also have an older boat

➜ I am definitely looking forward to seeing her on Sailing La Vagabonde in the near future.

She is very unique and it’s hard to compare her to anyone else.

Big Moments

She hasn’t had any unnecessary drama. It’s mostly been bikinis and cool stories, and it’s seriously hard to click away… 😉

Future Plans

Where to next? Her boat is having some work done to it (including an engine replacement) so she is sailing with Delos for a little while.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful soul?

➜ Tell a story that resonates with your audience

➜ Don’t be afraid to buy a simple yacht for now

➜ Be willing to learn as much as you can from YT

➜ Go small and go now. ‘Someday’ never comes

And of course, have a ton of fun out there!

Conclusion

Taylor has been a gift to the sailing community. She’s warm, authentic and isn’t afraid to go out on her own.

Her new boyfriend is seriously lucky and we can’t wait to see their adventure unfold in the future.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Taylor’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. 👨🏻‍💻

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Jessica And Ryan Adventures: How They Can Afford It (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Jessica And Ryan Adventures for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have watched a ton of videos created by Jessica And Ryan Adventures to learn more about their story.

(You could call me a little obsessed with these two beautiful people 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Jessica And Ryan Adventures afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ If you can access uncensored content

➜ 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… 🙂

Jessica And Ryan Adventures FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Honu

Crew Members

Ryan (age 36) who is 6 feet 2 inches

Jessica (age 34) who is 5 feet 3 inches

Kira (age 3, turning 4 in September)

I have not been able to find their last names.

Arya (age 6) is their dog which is a Samoyed.

The Boat

Jessica And Ryan Adventures own a Lagoon 410 which cost them $160,000.

Upgrades

Upgrades to their catamaran include:

➜ New watermaker

➜ New cushions

➜ New drawers and mirrors

They also had to repaint the bottom

Location

They are currently in The Bahamas:

Their videos are only a few days behind, unlike most other YouTubers who are often months behind.

Past Cruising

Jessica and Ryan have focused on sailing through the Bahamas and the United States. They have also done the USVI and Caribbean.

Affording It

Before having kids, Ryan worked in his corporate job while Jess was a nurse for several years. The boat was purchased in 2017 right when cruising channels were becoming very popular on YouTube but fortunately, they only paid $160,000 for their catamaran. They didn’t take out a loan and simply paid with their personal savings.

They previously talked about their cruising budget here:

Net Worth

Today in 2022, Jessica and Ryan Adventures are worth $550,000 based on their boat value, personal savings and business revenue.

Making Loot

They treat their channel seriously and make money through:

➜ Selling their own t-shirts via Teespring

➜ Offering their own Patreon subscription

➜ Using Amazon Associates links in their video description

➜ Allowing YouTube to run ads on their channel

It’s estimated that they make $4,300/month with this strategy. Unfortunately, their website is lacking an SSL certificate and is not able to be accessed. By fixing this, they could add an additional $1,000 to $2,000 to their online business revenue.

Collaborations

Have they been on other channels? Not really. Unless I’m mistaken, I haven’t seen them do any collabs but I’m excited to see one!

Big Moments

Probably the coolest moment in their journey is meeting a guy who is riding his jet ski around the world:

Future Plans

Where to next? Well, having children certainly delayed their plans for a global circumnavigation, but they’re looking to explore the South Pacific in the next few years.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn?

➜ Find a cheap Lagoon 🙂

➜ Be willing to refit it yourself

➜ Having a baby on board is easier than you might think

➜ Don’t be afraid to quit your job

Above all else, take things slowly!

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed their stories, knowledge and vlogs to date. They have been able to afford to go sailing despite being on a lean budget, and there is certainly more to come!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Jessica And Ryan’s travels on YouTube!

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…🙂)

Cruising Off Duty: They Disappeared From YouTube? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Cruising Off Duty for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent so many hours watching and researching everything I could about Cruising Off Duty’s channel to learn more about their story.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Craig and Janice 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Cruising Off Duty afforded their boat

➜ How they make their money today

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ Where they have gone from 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… 🙂

Cruising Off Duty FAQs (January 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Off Duty whose homeport is Washington.

Their registration number is ON5609772

Crew Members

Craig (age 51)

Janice (age 46)

They met around 15 years ago.

Craig was a police officer for 25 years and witnessed some of the most distressing stuff.

The Boat

Cruising Off Duty sails a Beneteau Oceanis 351 that they have owned for 12 years. They eventually want to upgrade to a cruising catamaran, preferably a Leopard.

Upgrades

They have fitted their yacht with a watermaker and additional solar panels.

Location

Cruising Off Duty went missing off YouTube and social media for around 1 year.

Craig has recently came back with some helpful tutorials:

Past Cruising

They have sailed through:

➜ The United States and Canada

➜ South Africa and the Mediterranean

Affording It

Are they rich? Nope! They spent decades working hard in normal careers and saved up as much as they could.

They’ll be retiring soon and will start cruising full-time.

Net Worth

Cruising Off Duty has a net worth of $670,000.

Making Loot

Craig and Janice take their channel seriously, and so:

➜ They run ads on their YouTube channel

➜ They run their own Patreon account and also account PayPal donations

➜ They sell their own swag through their online store

➜ You’ll also find links to their camera equipment on their website which are affiliate links

They make around $4,100/month via their channel, and share a very helpful video about how you can do the same:

Collaborations

They have a smaller channel and haven’t been on any other channels. They do remind me of Distant Shores TV and hopefully, they’ll do a collab with Paul and Sheryl at some time.

Big Moments

They have had unique moments in their journey:

➜ They visited Snake Island and an abandoned building

➜ They did a Transatlantic crossing

➜ They also got stuck due to international border closures

Unlike other YouTubers, they don’t create silly click-bait drama to simply get views. Craig and Janice appeal to the older cruising couples.

Future Plans

Where to next? They might be boat-shopping and might return to YouTube in the near future.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this realistic couple?

➜ Be willing to work hard for the dream

➜ Buy a boat now to learn how to sail

➜ Avoid the glitz and glamour of YouTube

➜ Play the long game and make plans today

And most importantly, make your dream a reality.

Conclusion

I have really enjoyed their content on YouTube, particularly their boat tours and reviews.

It’s simple, realistic and super helpful. They have a quote on their website:

“Make every minute count, enjoy life to its fullest and join us as we create memories and share those with you.”

And I certainly agree! I do look forward to seeing them return to YouTube.

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

I’ve been very inspired by Cruising Off Duty 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…🙂)

Lost LeBlanc: Christian’s New Girlfriend and Net Worth (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Lost LeBlanc for 2023.

Over the last several years, I have spent countless hours watching and researching everything I could about Lost Leblanc as a fellow travel blogger.

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

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Christian LeBlanc affords to travel so much

➜ How he makes his money today and net worth

➜ What boat he was sailing in some episodes

➜ Who is his new girlfriend and will they marry

➜ Why he left Katy and if he cheated on her

➜ How you can travel and work remotely

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… 🙂

Lost LeBlanc FAQs (April 2023)

Creators

Christian LeBlanc (age 29)

Ruby LeBlanc (age 27)

He left Katie around mid-2020, had a brief time being single, and then started dating Ruby.

She has her own YouTube channel called Rubys Travels:

Her channel is quite small and you’ll find the best travel content on Christian’s channel.

Cruising

Christian has been sailing on multiple occasions. He has sailed on multiple pirate ships, plus has lived on a catamaran with Sailing La Vagabonde. This was when he was dating Katy.

Location

Christian and Ruby have recently returned to live together in Bali. They were living in Mexico.

Christian is from Canada originally and is a true freedom-loving individual like me.

Past Travels

Christian has traveled around the world and focused mostly on air travel rather than wind travel.

Affording It

Did he come from rich parents that funded his travel? Not really. He went to college, studied accounting, worked for several years and got seriously tired of crunching numbers.

On the side, he’d take regular holidays and fell in love with photography, videos and creating a story. He quit his job soon after to become a backpacker, then eventually turned into a luxury travel blogger.

He’s been a travel blogger for almost 8 years now and kept funding his trips by creating content. By playing the long game and through consistent work, it has certainly paid off.

Net Worth

Today, Christian LeBlanc’s net worth is $1,900,000.

He explains that he became a millionaire in just 3 years here:

He has saved most of his income and is often given free trips for publicity reasons.

Making Loot

How does he make his money?

➜ He runs ads on his YouTube channel

➜ He sells courses on creating your own crafty content

➜ He also sells merchandise and travel guides

➜ He offers a Patreon account with travel advice

He makes approximately $23,000/month from his 2-million subscribers, with many discounted trips and luxury travel.

Lost Creator Academy Review

Would I recommend his course, Lost Creator Academy?

Yes! The course is very in-depth, covers his entire editing process and he shares some secrets about how to monetize your travel vlog.

Today, he has hired his own remote video editor so he can spend more time traveling. This means that he’s doing quite well for himself.

You can often get a significant discount on Christian’s course on Black Friday. He does have free training on his website to give you a taste of what’s inside the course.

Collaborations

Apart from Sailing La Vagabonde, I have not seen Christian featured on any other cruising channels. I do look forward to seeing him jump on board with Sailing Ruby Rose as that could be an excellent synergy.

Future Plans

Where to next? Well, Christian won’t stop traveling anytime soon. He’s built a successful online business, enjoys creating epic content and inspires many of us to make the most of every single day.

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from him?

➜ Create a story, not just a travel vlog

➜ Bring your audience along for the ride

➜ Be willing to take on new opportunities

➜ Find a partner to share the journey with

And above all else, keep moving forward!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Clearly I’ve been very inspired by Christian’s chronic wanderlust…

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

Christian’s living a dream that many of us aspire to achieve real soon.

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…🙂)

Living Hakuna: How Does Andrea Win on YouTube? (2023)

Everything You Always Wanted To Know

Joshua Smith

Founder and Editor at Cruising Freedom

This is the definitive guide on Living Hakuna for 2023.

Over the last 2 years, I have spent many fine hours relaxing in and watching YouTube episodes of Living Hakuna.

(Yes, I really am *that* obsessed with Alejo and Andrea 😃)

If you wanted to know:

➜ How Living Hakuna afforded a $295,000 boat

➜ How they’re each able to work 100% remotely

➜ More details about their unique online business

➜ What boat do they have and its upgrades

➜ What is Andrea’s age and nationality

➜ How you can begin 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… 🙂

Living Hakuna FAQs (April 2023)

Boat Name

S/V Hakuna

Crew Members

Alejandro Zuluaga (age 31)

Andrea Palacio (age 30)

They’re both avid kiteboarders and entrepreneurs, always seeking the next greatest opportunity. Below I’ll be sharing how they got started online.

Also, their two dogs are Ozzy and Echo who love their life on board.

The Boat

S/V Hakuna owns a 2008 Lagoon 420.

Upgrades

Upgrades to their catamaran include:

➜ 1700 watts of solar panels feeding into 800Ah batteries

➜ A 4400-watt generator

➜ An Aquatec Watermaker

➜ 3 airconditioning systems

Being digital nomads, it’s clear that they built this boat to be comfortable rather than performance-orientated. It’s their house as much as it is their office.

Location

Living Hakuna is currently in Fort Lauderdale:

Past Cruising

They have only been sailing for 2 years and have explored the United States, the Caribbean, Bahamas and are now exploring South America with their dogs.

Affording It

They knew early on that the daily 9-5 grind and corporate life just wasn’t going to give them the lifestyle they were chasing. So instead of holding on for the long-term, they shifted to eCommerce and were able to build a successful online business in a short period of time.

Neither of them had a background in this space but they went to a conference in Vegas called SellerCon (I also went in 2019) where they discovered just how thousands of people were finding success online. From there, they funded and launched their own business – Mokai Paws – and kept pushing forward.

Not long after, they were able to quit their jobs, live in a van…and eventually upgrade to the catamaran. While they needed a small loan, it was their online business that really helped them secure a reasonably good interest rate.

So no – they didn’t come from rich parents and nor did they have large stacks of savings. Instead, they were simply resourceful in the time and energy they had to give to something meaningful.

Their choice of business model ties in well to nomadic living on a sailboat. If I were you, it’s something I would highly consider.

Net Worth

Living Hakuna’s net worth is $470,000 as of May 2022.

Making Loot

They treat their YouTube channel as a business and make an income through:

➜ Running ads on their channel

➜ Using Amazon links on their website

➜ Offering their own Hakuna merchandise

➜ Selling eBooks about preparing to sail

This brings them around $4,500/month alone.

Keep in mind that they continue to run Mokai Paws on their boat which is their primary business by using Amazon’s warehouses to store their goods.

I estimate they’re making $10,000 even up to $15,000 per month with this eCommerce business alone. Again, it’s a great model for working remotely and I congratulate them on their success!

They share more details here:

Collaborations

So far, I’ve only seen them with Sailing Lady Africa.

Have you seen them on any other YouTube channel? While they have had some friends on board, I haven’t seen them connect with any other channels. They are a smaller channel after all, but I do look forward to seeing them connect with others in the near future.

Big Moments

In just over 2 years, they’ve had some interesting experiences:

➜ Sailing near a pirate zone in Venezuela

➜ Being boarded at sea (though it wasn’t that bad)

➜ Going through some tough passages and repairs

➜ Handling 55-knots of breeze (they did quite well!)

They definitely know when to have fun…and when to be serious and get some work done.

Future Plans

Where to next? It’s likely they’ll explore South America before heading towards the South Pacific.

Here in Australia, we’ll welcome them with open arms! 🙂

Key Takeaways

What can we learn from this beautiful couple that works from these beautiful anchorages? A lot actually:

➜ Be willing to take a risk, even just starting today

➜ Working remotely is more accessible than ever

➜ You can definitely be liveaboards with 2 big dogs

➜ Start your business that suits the cruising lifestyle

And most importantly, remember that the time is now. There may not be another chance to have such easy access to opportunities.

Alejandro and Andrea have opened your eyes to something so powerful that it’s changed their life, and it could change yours too.

Conclusion

I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this beautiful cruising couple. They walk the talk and simply are the epitome of the cruising lifestyle in your 30’s in 2022.

That is – working remotely and having a ton of fun along the way!

Create Your Own Cruising Freedom

Hey! 😃 it’s Joshua again…

Clearly I’ve been very inspired by Living Hakuna 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…🙂)