Em & Nick

We sold everything. Quit our jobs. And bought a sailboat with NO experience, but with a dream to one day sail around the world. Now we're documenting every step of the journey—from DIY boat projects and learning to sail, to the inevitable mistakes, setbacks, and small victories that come with chasing a dream that's bigger than ourselves. This isn't a highlight reel of perfect sunsets and tropic…

Saint Petersburg, United States· lug 2026

45 video· 43 profondamente analizzati

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Building the Bilge system of our DREAMS (...again lol)The crew replaces bilge hoses on an Island Packet using a dowel-pull technique and stainless steel clamps.13 set 2026

Pubblicato13 set 2026

Durata29:19

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We tore out the heart of our boat (electrical refit pt. 1)Owners perform a full electrical refit on a 30-year-old sailboat to correct dangerous, ungrounded wiring and components.30 ago 2026

Pubblicato30 ago 2026

Durata28:50

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How much does it ACTUALLY cost to own a sailboat? (our finances for the first 9 months)First-time owners of an Island Packet spent over $52,000 on maintenance, training, and dockage in nine months.10 ago 2026

Pubblicato10 ago 2026

Durata55:17

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We ruined HOURS of work in seconds....The owners of an Island Packet 40 must reorder bilge hoses after failing to account for anti-siphon loops.26 lug 2026

Pubblicato26 lug 2026

Durata21:45

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The Backup Sailor | An Accidental Sailing Journey of a Lifetime (full documentary)A novice sailor completes a 500-mile offshore race from Florida to Mexico aboard a ketch-rigged sailboat.19 lug 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Pubblicato19 lug 2026

Durata48:23

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PosizioneSaint Petersburg, United States

Finally... Something Went Right!!Nick and Em apply TotalBoat Spartan antifouling paint to their boat after extensive hull sanding and prep.12 lug 2026

Pubblicato12 lug 2026

Durata16:51

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Real time update 7.8.2026 (and it's not great.)8 lug 2026

Pubblicato8 lug 2026

Durata12:52

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We Have to Do This Every TWO Years?!Manual sanding of a 30-year-old sailboat hull proves labor-intensive compared to using chemical paint strippers.28 giu 2026

Pubblicato28 giu 2026

Durata21:06

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Buying a boat? Watch this first.First-time boat owners should hire specialized inspectors for engines and electrical systems beyond a general marine survey.21 giu 2026

Pubblicato21 giu 2026

Durata1:14:24

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We had no choice but to haul out (ep. 13)A leaking exhaust hose forces a 30-mile ICW transit to a DIY yard for a full haul-out.14 giu 2026

Pubblicato14 giu 2026

Durata18:13

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We didn't think it could get any worse... (ep 12)A sailboat crew rewires their electrical system and secures a bilge pump after fire and flooding scares.7 giu 2026

Pubblicato7 giu 2026

Durata27:13

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The boat is FINALLY coming together (ep. 11)Owners perform DIY engine cooling and belt repairs while troubleshooting a new shaft seal leak in Stuart.31 mag 2026

Pubblicato31 mag 2026

Durata26:57

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Real Time Update May, 27th 202626 mag 2026

Pubblicato26 mag 2026

Durata10:14

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We're finally on our own! Full time cruising starts now (ep 10)A couple navigates their 40-foot sailboat through the Stuart ICW to a mooring ball without professional assistance.24 mag 2026 · Martin County, United States

Pubblicato24 mag 2026

Durata18:16

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PosizioneMartin County, United States

DIY Sailboat Upgrades: Winch service & Custom Lee Cloths (for $20?!)The crew services four winches and sews custom lee cloths while repairing a transmission in the boatyard.17 mag 2026 · Stuart, United States

Pubblicato17 mag 2026

Durata18:48

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PosizioneStuart, United States

Boatyard Blues: Redesigning our Anchor System & Servicing our Outboard Engine (ep. 8)The crew repairs a windlass solenoid box and services a Yamaha outboard while stuck in a boatyard.10 mag 2026 · Polk County, United States

Pubblicato10 mag 2026

Durata24:11

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PosizionePolk County, United States

From Beginner Sailors to Solo: Our Final ICW Push (ep. 7)A novice crew completes a 500-nautical-mile training passage from Saint Petersburg to Stuart, Florida, aboard their sailboat.3 mag 2026 · Martin County, United States

Pubblicato3 mag 2026

Durata28:32

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PosizioneMartin County, United States

We Sailed 30 hours to Beat a Storm from the Florida Keys to the ICW (ep. 6)A sailboat crew navigates engine failure and a broken windlass while racing a nor'easter toward the ICW.26 apr 2026 · Monroe County, United States

Pubblicato26 apr 2026

Durata25:02

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PosizioneMonroe County, United States

Our first night at anchor and THIS happens?! Sailing in Dry Tortuga & Key West (ep 5)A dragging vessel nearly strikes a sailboat in Key West, forcing an emergency re-anchoring with a malfunctioning windlass.19 apr 2026 · Monroe County, United States

Pubblicato19 apr 2026

Durata23:23

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PosizioneMonroe County, United States

Our first night sail did NOT go as planned... (ep. 4)A couple completes their first 150-nautical-mile overnight passage to Dry Tortugas while learning to manage autopilot.12 apr 2026 · Florida, United States

Pubblicato12 apr 2026

Durata17:50

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PosizioneFlorida, United States

Our First Time Leaving the Dock (ep. 3 Sailing to Venice)Novice sailors complete a 40-nautical-mile training passage from Saint Petersburg to Venice, Florida, with a professional captain.6 apr 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Pubblicato6 apr 2026

Durata22:28

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PosizioneSaint Petersburg, United States

We had 72 hours to fix our boat before our captain arrived (ep. 2)New owners troubleshoot propane, refrigeration, and electrical systems on a 30-year-old sailboat before an offshore passage.29 mar 2026

Pubblicato29 mar 2026

Durata24:06

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We're moving onto our sailboat (boat life ep.1)New owners prepare a 1995 Island Packet 40 for an offshore training passage from Saint Petersburg, Florida.22 mar 2026 · Saint Petersburg, United States

Pubblicato22 mar 2026

Durata16:51

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PosizioneSaint Petersburg, United States

We bought a sailboat!Nick and Emma purchase a 1995 Island Packet 40 in Saint Petersburg, Florida, for future ocean cruising.15 mar 2026 · Polk County, United States

Pubblicato15 mar 2026

Durata12:12

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PosizionePolk County, United States

Our Move Did NOT Go As Planned… (flying with our dog)A couple relocates from Hawaii to Florida, navigating airline pet-travel failures and planning to learn sailing.8 mar 2026 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato8 mar 2026

Durata19:08

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

letting go of the plan to chase the dream.Em and Nick sell their belongings and Tacoma truck to relocate from Oahu after losing their jobs.1 mar 2026 · Pearl City, United States

Pubblicato1 mar 2026

Durata9:26

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PosizionePearl City, United States

Building Community on Oahu’s North Shore | Surf Days & ThanksgivingNick and Em host a Thanksgiving dinner for friends on Oahu’s North Shore during a major swell.17 dic 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Pubblicato17 dic 2025

Durata17:11

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PosizioneWaiale‘e, United States

Life after Vanlife | how do we slow down?Em and Nick adjust to island life on the North Shore of Oahu after transitioning from van living.7 nov 2025

Pubblicato7 nov 2025

Durata16:54

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What it feels like to live on an island | a Cinematic Short from Oʻahu, HawaiʻiThe video consists entirely of song lyrics and provides no information about living on Oʻahu.20 ott 2025 · Pearl City, United States

Pubblicato20 ott 2025

Durata2:31

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PosizionePearl City, United States

I built my dream van alone, with no experience | solo female van buildEm converted an empty cargo van into an off-grid home despite having no prior construction experience.7 ott 2025

Pubblicato7 ott 2025

Durata7:09

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Can Beginners Handle the Legendary Mamiya 7? (First Time Shooting Film)The Mamiya 7 rangefinder requires parallax compensation by shifting the composition slightly up and to the left.30 ago 2025 · Cannon Beach, United States

Pubblicato30 ago 2025

Durata9:33

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PosizioneCannon Beach, United States

Free diving, tattoos + our new apartment!! | O'ahu Vlogs ep. 3Freediving conditions at Sharks Cove on the North Shore of O'ahu improve during the summer months.26 lug 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Pubblicato26 lug 2025

Durata9:00

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PosizioneWaiale‘e, United States

A Perfect Weekend on the North Shore of OahuKaena Point State Park on Oahu serves as a sanctuary for monk seals and nesting osprey chicks.11 mag 2025 · Honolulu County, United States

Pubblicato11 mag 2025

Durata15:50

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PosizioneHonolulu County, United States

Living on the North Shore of O'ahu | Our First Hawaii VlogNick and Em transition from van life to an apartment on the North Shore of O'ahu.27 apr 2025 · Waiale‘e, United States

Pubblicato27 apr 2025

Durata10:16

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PosizioneWaiale‘e, United States

Vanlife Q&A: The Build, The Lifestyle & What No One Talks AboutBuilding a custom Ford Transit van costs $70,000 to $80,000 and requires six months of full-time labor.12 apr 2025 · Hawaiʻi County, United States

Pubblicato12 apr 2025

Durata36:06

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PosizioneHawaiʻi County, United States

We quit vanlife to move halfway across the world.Em and Nick sold their self-built van after 40,000 miles to settle on the North Shore, Hawaii.5 apr 2025 · San Diego, United States

Pubblicato5 apr 2025

Durata12:04

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PosizioneSan Diego, United States

Going home | my solo trip back to Cape Cod, MAEm harvests quahogs and clams in Cape Cod while visiting family and preparing a vehicle for sale.24 dic 2024 · Yarmouth, United States

Pubblicato24 dic 2024

Durata15:38

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PosizioneYarmouth, United States

Our First Wildlife Photography Trip: Yellowstone Grizzlies!Nick and Em use a 200–600mm lens and 2X teleconverter to photograph grizzly bears near Yellowstone.17 dic 2024 · Park County, United States

Pubblicato17 dic 2024

Durata16:18

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Vansgiving Vlog | cooking a FEAST in our campervanNick and Em prepare a sides-only Thanksgiving feast for two inside their campervan’s limited kitchen space.8 dic 2024

Pubblicato8 dic 2024

Durata9:14

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Oregon's best kept secret: Central Oregon | Crater Lake National Park, Waterfalls & Hot SpringsNick and Em explore Crater Lake, Umpqua Hot Springs, and the Toketee Falls area in Central Oregon.1 dic 2024 · Klamath County, United States

Pubblicato1 dic 2024

Durata11:40

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PosizioneKlamath County, United States

Full Van Tour: Self-Converted Transit Van – Ultimate DIY Camper ConversionA 2018 Ford Transit conversion features a Cerbo GX electrical system, flat-mounted Starlink, and custom interior storage.24 nov 2024

Pubblicato24 nov 2024

Durata13:52

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Driving the ENTIRE Pacific Coast Highway in our van | Ultimate PCH Roadtrip ItineraryNick and Em drive a van 1,500 miles from San Diego to Seattle along the Pacific Coast Highway.6 ott 2024

Pubblicato6 ott 2024

Durata8:01

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The PERFECT National Park: Olympic (mountains, oceans, lakes & forests)Em and Nick visit Olympic National Park to experience mountains, oceans, forests, and lakes in one trip.15 set 2024 · Jefferson County, United States

Pubblicato15 set 2024

Durata10:29

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PosizioneJefferson County, United States

Mount Rainier National Park (wildflower season in Paradise & Mt Fremont Lookout in Sunrise)Nick and Em hike to the highest fire lookout in Mount Rainier National Park for the Perseid meteor shower.8 set 2024 · Pierce County, United States

Pubblicato8 set 2024

Durata9:34

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PosizionePierce County, United States

Walking Among the GIANTS in Sequoia National ParkNick, Em, and Marley hike the three-mile Congress Trail in Sequoia National Park to photograph giant sequoias.1 set 2024 · Tulare County, United States

Pubblicato1 set 2024

Durata8:34

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PosizioneTulare County, United States

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