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We can't go on like this.
21 June 2026 · 40 min · 141K views · Gambia
Couple sits in garden, man covers face, woman prays
What this video covers
Leonie and Thilo, the hosts of the sailing channel Blue Horizon, have returned to Germany to pause their long-term cruising lifestyle and address the mental and physical demands of full-time boat life.1:31 After spending months sailing through the Mediterranean—including Greece, Malta, Sicily, Sardinia, and the Balearic Islands—and crossing the Atlantic to Gambia, the pair reports that the constant responsibility for the vessel, crew safety, and content production has become overwhelming.22:07 They emphasize that managing a boat while simultaneously planning routes, performing repairs, and editing videos constitutes a full-time job that leaves little room for personal recovery.4:49
The hosts also address viewer criticism regarding safety and risk-taking, arguing that their current standards—which include using an EPIRB, Starlink, radar, AIS, and life jackets—are robust.20:11 They contrast their life at sea with the routine of living in a tiny house in Germany, noting that they now view a structured, predictable daily life as a form of vacation.11:22 The couple is currently evaluating their future route as they continue their goal of circumnavigating the globe.24:40
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