Ann-Elin Synnes

Hi! My name is Ann-Elin I'm a Ph.D Marine biologist who swapped the lab for a sailboat, currently living full time on the water with my fiancé Sam. Join me on my adventure on how I adapt to the sailing lifestyle and find my sea legs, explore nature, and chase the wind. If you like my videos and you want to support me on my journey and get access to the videos early (or even a post card?) you ca…

Sabah, Malaysia· Oct 2026

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We Sailed from Brunei to the Original Survivor Island!A catamaran crew navigates squalls and anchoring fees while sailing from Brunei to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.14 Oct 2026 · Sabah, Malaysia

Published14 Oct 2026

Duration27:55

Views11K

LocationSabah, Malaysia

The country nobody talks about: Sailing from Miri to BruneiA sailboat crew navigates from Miri to Brunei, exploring local mosques, water villages, and jungle hiking trails.28 Sept 2026 · Brunei

Published28 Sept 2026

Duration30:01

Views22K

LocationBrunei

From Kuching to Miri: 5 days of sailing in grey weatherA 500-kilometer passage from Kuching to Miri requires constant vigilance for unmarked fishing nets and squalls.17 Sept 2026 · Kuching, Malaysia

Published17 Sept 2026

Duration32:16

Views15K

LocationKuching, Malaysia

Sailing to Borneo - Orangutans, Fairy caves and cats in Kuching!The crew navigates the Sarawak River to reach the Kuching Marina after a two-day passage to Borneo.10 Sept 2026 · Kuching, Malaysia

Published10 Sept 2026

Duration34:31

Views15K

LocationKuching, Malaysia

Anchor dragging in Anambas - fun sound of anchor alarm!A cruising couple manages repeated anchor dragging and engine cooling failures while navigating the Anambas Islands, Indonesia.17 Aug 2026 · Riau Islands, Indonesia

Published17 Aug 2026

Duration23:44

Views11K

LocationRiau Islands, Indonesia

Sailing from Tioman to the Anambas Islands - the most beautiful place you've never heard of!A local agent in Tarempa assists with customs and provides guided tours of the Anambas Islands.31 Jul 2026 · Tarempa TImur, Indonesia

Published31 Jul 2026

Duration19:14

Views17K

LocationTarempa TImur, Indonesia

5 days stuck at sea for THIS?! Diving paradise at Tioman IslandA sailboat nearly strikes a reef at Pulau Tulai after a mooring maneuver fails due to engine trouble.22 Jul 2026 · Tioman, Malaysia

Published22 Jul 2026

Duration44:18

Views39K

LocationTioman, Malaysia

Sailing the Malacca strait - Pirate Warning, Stuck at Customs and Angry MonkeysA piracy warning and a two-hour customs hold greet Catfish's crew sailing the Malacca Strait to Singapore.8 Jul 2026 · Selangor, Malaysia

Published8 Jul 2026

Duration34:45

Views15K

LocationSelangor, Malaysia

Sailing to Kuala Lumpur: A Scary Midnight Storm, a Secret Island & the Petronas TowersA midnight storm forces a re-anchor and overnight departure from Pulau Selantan en route to Port Klang.16 Jun 2026 · Teluk Nipah, Malaysia

Published16 Jun 2026

Duration40:07

Views90K

LocationTeluk Nipah, Malaysia

Light winds to Penang and a stop at the island of Songsong!The crew transits from Langkawi to Penang, anchoring at Songsong Island before provisioning in Georgetown.1 Jun 2026 · Strait of Malacca, off the coast of Malaysia

Published1 Jun 2026

Duration25:43

Views13K

LocationStrait of Malacca, off the coast of Malaysia

Leaving Langkawi - is this really the start of our journey?After a year in Thailand and Langkawi, Catfish departs for Australia with a freshly scraped bottom and repainted interior.8 May 2026 · Mata Ayer, Malaysia

Published8 May 2026

Duration25:24

Views9K

LocationMata Ayer, Malaysia

Sailing back to Langkawi pt 2 - stuff break and stupid mistakes (almost lost the anchor!)All anchor chain ran out at a crowded Kolipa anchorage, nearly losing the anchor entirely.10 Apr 2026 · Andaman Sea, between Phuket and Langkawi

Published10 Apr 2026

Duration21:50

Views8K

LocationAndaman Sea, between Phuket and Langkawi

Sailing back to Langkawi from the Andaman Islands - 5 days and 500 nm - Christmas with dolphins!A 500 nm Andaman Islands–to–Langkawi Christmas passage with calm patches, fishing traffic, and dolphins.6 Apr 2026 · Andaman Sea, between the Andaman Islands and Langkawi

Published6 Apr 2026

Duration20:19

Views6K

LocationAndaman Sea, between the Andaman Islands and Langkawi

Wreck diving at SS Inchkeith in the middle of nowhere!The crew dives a cargo ship wreck near Port Blair and prepares for an ocean crossing.27 Mar 2026 · Button Islands, Andaman Islands, India

Published27 Mar 2026

Duration37:59

Views8K

LocationButton Islands, Andaman Islands, India

Sailing to Havelock Island - SEA KRAIT on board! 💀🐍And we hit a reef 😱A charted 30-foot depth near Havelock Island reef turns out to be nearly zero, striking the hull.23 Mar 2026 · Govind Nagar, India

Published23 Mar 2026

Duration27:26

Views5K

LocationGovind Nagar, India

Sailing to the Andaman Islands and visiting an ACTIVE VOLCANO!A cruising couple navigates to the Andaman Islands and completes the formal customs check-in at Port Blair.14 Feb 2026 · North and Middle Andaman, India

Published14 Feb 2026

Duration28:40

Views6K

LocationNorth and Middle Andaman, India

Emergency exhaust repair before our first leg towards the Andaman Islands!A damaged exhaust pipe and a malfunctioning windlass delay a 15-hour passage to the Similan Islands.6 Feb 2026 · Patong, Thailand

Published6 Feb 2026

Duration21:37

Views9K

LocationPatong, Thailand

Leveling up our dive game and last preparations before our big adventure!The crew delays an offshore passage to avoid uncomfortable, large swells caused by forecasted dead wind conditions.28 Jan 2026

Published28 Jan 2026

Duration19:44

Views6K

Disappointing beach but not so disappointing underwater exploration!Shark Point between Koh Phi Phi and Phuket delivers purple soft corals rated 10 out of 10.13 Dec 2025 · Koh

Published13 Dec 2025

Duration29:17

Views7K

LocationKoh

Sailing back to my favorite island!An 11-hour upwind slog to Koh Kradon reveals severely bleached coral reefs at a high-traffic Thai anchorage.6 Dec 2025 · Andaman Sea

Published6 Dec 2025

Duration28:07

Views9K

LocationAndaman Sea

Bumpy ride to Koh Lipe!A squall near Koh Lipe pushes both engines to full power while the boat briefly goes backwards.30 Nov 2025 · Kampung Bukit Lembu, Malaysia

Published30 Nov 2025

Duration40:52

Views12K

LocationKampung Bukit Lembu, Malaysia

Sailing to Alor Setar and meeting James!First scuba dives near Langkawi reveal a sea snake and shark but degraded coral.25 Nov 2025 · Kampong Berjaya, Malaysia

Published25 Nov 2025

Duration30:43

Views12K

LocationKampong Berjaya, Malaysia

Beautiful Eagles and Bloodthirsty Leeches! 😱 Island Life Gets Wild! The crew navigates Langkawi’s islands, managing anchorages, hiking trails, and logistics for a new air conditioning unit.9 Nov 2025

Published9 Nov 2025

Duration40:26

Views9K

Just Vibing in Langkawi - 10/10 best place to sail!!The crew installs a new B&G chartplotter and repairs a faulty electrical breaker while anchored in Langkawi.1 Nov 2025 · Kuah, Malaysia

Published1 Nov 2025

Duration29:47

Views10K

LocationKuah, Malaysia

Island Hopping to Langkawi: The Untouched Side of ThailandThe crew navigates to Langkawi using a Parasailor while troubleshooting intermittent engine and throttle gear failures.26 Oct 2025 · Thailand

Published26 Oct 2025

Duration22:55

Views11K

LocationThailand

Exploring Ko Libong - Sailing Thailands Hidden IslandsAnn-Elin Synnes and Sam navigate Ko Libong and manage engine throttle issues while sailing through Thailand.17 Oct 2025 · Baan Maphrao, Thailand

Published17 Oct 2025

Duration20:44

Views10K

LocationBaan Maphrao, Thailand

The Beginning of Our Sailing Life in Paradise! 🏝️A couple sails from Phuket to Langkawi, managing heavy squalls, a broken jib shackle, and mooring procedures.10 Oct 2025 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published10 Oct 2025

Duration40:46

Views18K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

End of villa life and last week in Phuket before the real adventure starts!The crew installs a second air conditioning unit and acquires a new black screecher sail in Phuket.3 Oct 2025 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published3 Oct 2025

Duration17:02

Views9K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

Finally back in the water!Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam install solar panels and LED lighting during a boat refit in Phuket, Thailand.20 Sept 2025 · Rawai, Thailand

Published20 Sept 2025

Duration24:39

Views11K

LocationRawai, Thailand

Doing electrical work and eating thingsAnn-Elin Synnes repairs a mast-mounted wind sensor and attempts to seal leaking windows in Phuket, Thailand.12 Sept 2025

Published12 Sept 2025

Duration18:40

Views7K

A thousand monkeys and some more boat projectsThe crew prepares for launch in Phuket by completing mast wiring, hatch repairs, and outboard motor maintenance.6 Sept 2025

Published6 Sept 2025

Duration25:12

Views8K

More boat projects and checking out the Phuket Old Town night market!The crew performs hatch repairs, installs air conditioning through-hulls, and sources new rigging from Rolly Tasker in Phuket.30 Aug 2025 · Phuket City Municipality, Thailand

Published30 Aug 2025

Duration18:58

Views11K

LocationPhuket City Municipality, Thailand

Boat projects and biggest spider everThe crew replaces leaking hatch windows using Sikaflex and foam tape spacers while maintaining their boat.23 Aug 2025

Published23 Aug 2025

Duration26:20

Views12K

Hauling out! 😱 ..and flexing windows 💪The crew reseals leaking boat windows with Sika-flex after removing old sealant and applying necessary primer.16 Aug 2025

Published16 Aug 2025

Duration23:36

Views24K

Broken windlass and giving Sam a haircut before haul outA cruising couple repairs a damaged windlass using custom steel plates before hauling their boat for rigging work.9 Aug 2025 · Rawai, Thailand

Published9 Aug 2025

Duration25:17

Views30K

LocationRawai, Thailand

Awesome snorkeling spot and sailing to Chalong pierThe crew prepares for a passage to Malaysia by replacing rigging and cleaning the boat in Phuket.31 Jul 2025 · Rawai, Thailand

Published31 Jul 2025

Duration25:20

Views10K

LocationRawai, Thailand

Sailing to Ko Panyi - A floating fishing village I never knew existed!The crew reseals leaking windows with SikaFlex and replaces a shower hose while docked at Chalong Pier.25 Jul 2025

Published25 Jul 2025

Duration28:40

Views14K

Island hopping in the Andaman Sea! Going where the wind carries us.Navigating the Andaman Sea requires monitoring tidal charts to avoid stranding in shallow lagoons and coastal anchorages.18 Jul 2025

Published18 Jul 2025

Duration40:12

Views28K

Sailing in Phuket, Thailand on our new boat: Catfish!Ann-Elin Synnes sails the catamaran *Catfish* through the islands of Phuket, Thailand, to visit local caves.10 Jul 2025

Published10 Jul 2025

Duration28:34

Views19K

We accidentally went to Amsterdam on Kings day! Also, we saw some tulipsAnn-Elin and Sam hit Amsterdam's King's Day crowds and the Keukenhof tulip garden in late April.18 May 2025 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Published18 May 2025

Duration20:28

Views33K

LocationAmsterdam, Netherlands

Last trip with Pickle in Puerto Rico!Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam sell their sailboat, Pickle, in Puerto Rico before transitioning to a new catamaran.10 May 2025 · Jayuya, United States

Published10 May 2025

Duration13:31

Views11K

LocationJayuya, United States

Visiting Culebra and Flamenco beach - We saw General Tanklys tanks!Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam explore the abandoned military tanks and snorkeling conditions at Flamenco Beach, Culebra.6 Apr 2025 · Culebra, United States

Published6 Apr 2025

Duration13:34

Views9K

LocationCulebra, United States

Roadtrip to La Parguera - Looking for boats to buy and bioluminescenceA 1991 Leopard 47 in Puerto Rico fails inspection after charter damage rules it out.30 Mar 2025 · San Juan, United States

Published30 Mar 2025

Duration11:56

Views9K

LocationSan Juan, United States

We're finally free! ...But we didn't get very far :(The crew of the sailboat Pickle abandons a passage to the Virgin Islands due to rough seas.23 Mar 2025 · Toa Baja, United States

Published23 Mar 2025

Duration18:55

Views11K

LocationToa Baja, United States

Anchor problems in San Juan - We're stuck!!The crew of Pickle remains in San Juan after their anchor becomes fouled with another boat's chain.16 Mar 2025 · Toa Baja, United States

Published16 Mar 2025

Duration27:05

Views7K

LocationToa Baja, United States

Rainforest adventures! Exploring the El Yunque National forest in Puerto Rico!Ann-Elin and Sam hike El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico after a lost purse and a wrong Airbnb date.22 Feb 2025 · Naguabo, United States

Published22 Feb 2025

Duration18:26

Views4K

LocationNaguabo, United States

11 course dinner at Under in Lindesnes, Norway ⭐️🌊Ann-Elin and Sam complete an 11-course Michelin-star dinner at Under in Lindesnes for 2,610 kroner.10 Feb 2025 · Lindesnes, Norway

Published10 Feb 2025

Duration12:51

Views4K

LocationLindesnes, Norway

Random ski trip followed by 20 seconds of snadderloff content (not clickbait!)Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam practice parallel turns and jumps at a ski center in Evye, Norway.26 Jan 2025 · Evje, Norway

Published26 Jan 2025

Duration9:00

Views5K

LocationEvje, Norway

Random weekend in Paris! 🤷‍♀️ Night view from the Eiffel Tower!Ann-Elin and her mother visit the Eiffel Tower at night in October, booking tickets two weeks out.24 Nov 2024

Published24 Nov 2024

Duration15:56

Views3K

Wreck diving in Norway! Super cool starfish larvae and lots of dead mans fingers!Ann-Elin Synnes dives a car and boat wreck at Dvergsøya near Kristiansand, Norway.9 Nov 2024 · Kristiansand, Norway

Published9 Nov 2024

Duration11:00

Views3K

LocationKristiansand, Norway

Sailing along the coast of Gran Canaria - We found a magnificent crab!Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam sail the boat Pickle along the coast of Gran Canaria before docking in Puerto Rico.2 Nov 2024 · Santa Lucía de Tirajana, Spain

Published2 Nov 2024

Duration23:47

Views9K

LocationSanta Lucía de Tirajana, Spain

Sailing from Tenerife to Grand Canary Island!Pickle sails 33 nautical miles from Tenerife to Gran Canaria in rough, whitecap conditions.26 Oct 2024 · Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Published26 Oct 2024

Duration25:36

Views16K

LocationSanta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Underwater adventures! Wreck Diving in Norway at the MS Tom BAnn-Elin Synnes dives the MS Tom B wreck at 20 meters off Oksøy, Norway.13 Oct 2024 · Kristiansand, Norway

Published13 Oct 2024

Duration10:28

Views5K

LocationKristiansand, Norway

Marrakech part 2 - Hot air ballon ride and sunrise over the desertAnn-Elin and Sam take a 5 a.m. hot air balloon ride over the desert outside Marrakesh.28 Sept 2024

Published28 Sept 2024

Duration11:23

Views4K

Marrakech - Ouzoud waterfalls! a waterfall in the desert?Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam travel to Marrakech to visit the Bahia Palace and the Ouzoud waterfalls.21 Sept 2024 · Marrakesh, Morocco

Published21 Sept 2024

Duration16:43

Views6K

LocationMarrakesh, Morocco

Moroccan adventures! Rabat and CasablancaAnn-Elin Synnes and Sam navigate Rabat and Casablanca while attempting to source a replacement autopilot unit.14 Sept 2024 · Rabat, Morocco

Published14 Sept 2024

Duration17:16

Views6K

LocationRabat, Morocco

Sailing along the Moroccan coast! From Tangier to RabatAnn-Elin Synnes and Sam sail the boat Pickle from Tangier to Rabat, Morocco, in 40 hours.7 Sept 2024 · Rabat, Morocco

Published7 Sept 2024

Duration21:11

Views12K

LocationRabat, Morocco

First stop in Morocco - Tangier!Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam prepare to sail from Tangier to Rabat after clearing out of the marina.31 Aug 2024 · Tangier, Morocco

Published31 Aug 2024

Duration12:22

Views13K

LocationTangier, Morocco

Sailing through the Gibraltar strait! We saw a swordfish!The crew hand-steers to Tangier after the autopilot fails during a crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar.24 Aug 2024 · Strait of Gibraltar

Published24 Aug 2024

Duration17:01

Views19K

LocationStrait of Gibraltar

Exploring Gibraltar on our way to Morocco! Foggy mountain top with monkeys!The crew docks at Ocean Village and Marina Bay in Gibraltar before hiking the Rock's steep trails.17 Aug 2024 · Gibraltar, Gibraltar

Published17 Aug 2024

Duration22:40

Views10K

LocationGibraltar, Gibraltar

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