Distant Shores TV

The Distant Shores sailing adventure travel TV series follows the global sailing adventures of award-winning travel documentary filmmakers and sailing authors, Paul and Sheryl Shard. The TV series celebrates the sailing lifestyle and features the world's top nautical destinations as well as shore-side attractions. Sail off into the sunset with Paul and Sheryl and leave your cares behind...

Northwood, United Kingdom· sep. 2026

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We're going to NorwayCruising the Norwegian coast requires long anchor chains to manage deep-water anchorages and official customs clearance procedures.20. sep. 2026 · Northwood, United Kingdom

Publisert20. sep. 2026

Varighet30:33

Visninger26K

StedNorthwood, United Kingdom

TransAtlantic - Cooking at Sea in Foul Weather | Ep 277A 49-foot yacht completes a 14-day transatlantic crossing from Cape Verde to Martinique using twin-jib downwind rigging.15. aug. 2026 · Mindelo, Cape Verde

Publisert15. aug. 2026

Varighet28:54

Visninger10K

StedMindelo, Cape Verde

Beware of ORCAS! Part 2: Sailing SOUTH through Orca Territory to Portugal | Ep 276A 49-foot sloop navigates the Spanish and Portuguese coast while employing strategies to avoid orca interactions.11. juli 2026 · A Coruña, Spain

Publisert11. juli 2026

Varighet16:43

Visninger16K

StedA Coruña, Spain

Beware of Orcas! Sailing South along the Atlantic Coasts of Spain and Portugal - Part 1 | Ep 27527. juni 2026

Publisert27. juni 2026

Varighet22:54

Visninger43K

Sailing South: Dover, Storms and the Bay of BiscayStorm Amy forces a Dover stop; an October 31 Biscay insurance deadline drives the passage south.6. juni 2026 · Dover, UK

Publisert6. juni 2026

Varighet20:51

Visninger19K

StedDover, UK

NAVIGATING in FOG in the Busiest SHIPPING Area in the World! | Ep 273Fog cuts visibility to 30 yards in the English Channel while shipping passes less than a mile off.23. mai 2026 · English Channel

Publisert23. mai 2026

Varighet20:36

Visninger8K

StedEnglish Channel

SAILING to the Island of the BullsTerceira's Tourada à Corda puts rope-tethered bulls loose in village streets during the Azores' biggest festival.19. apr. 2026 · Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Azores

Publisert19. apr. 2026

Varighet12:49

Visninger9K

StedAngra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Azores

Next Boat? A BEHIND-THE-SCENES Discussion on the New ALUMINUM Enksail Orion 54 SAILBOAT | Ep 272Paul and Sheryl Shard consult on the Enksail Orion 54's pilothouse design after 18,000 miles on their Orion 49.4. apr. 2026

Publisert4. apr. 2026

Varighet17:39

Visninger18K

Ep 271 | Mid-Atlantic CHALLENGE: How to WARP a boat in tight situations.Crews in Horta, Faial, use warps and dinghy assistance to maneuver boats out of crowded, multi-vessel rafts.14. mars 2026 · Horta, Faial, Azores

Publisert14. mars 2026

Varighet17:26

Visninger12K

StedHorta, Faial, Azores

Ep 270 | Transatlantic Storm to the Azores - One of the biggest lightning storms we've ever seen.An 1,800-mile Bermuda-to-Azores crossing navigates lightning squalls and the Azores High in 14 days.3. jan. 2026 · St. George's Harbor, Bermuda

Publisert3. jan. 2026

Varighet30:33

Visninger21K

StedSt. George's Harbor, Bermuda

Ep 269 | Sailing Offshore through the Bermuda Triangle!An autopilot drive unit fails 620 miles out; a pre-wired spare on the second wheel saves the passage.6. des. 2025 · Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas

Publisert6. des. 2025

Varighet21:17

Visninger17K

StedMarsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas

Ep 268 | Where is our favourite cruising area?Raising an 11-foot keel to seven-foot Exuma Banks water unlocks champagne sailing between Georgetown and Shroud Cay.25. okt. 2025 · Exuma Island Group, Bahamas

Publisert25. okt. 2025

Varighet20:18

Visninger18K

StedExuma Island Group, Bahamas

Ep 267 | Offshore Sailing Turks & Caicos to the BahamasTurks and Caicos to Georgetown via Acklins Island, crossing shallow banks with keel raised overnight.27. sep. 2025 · near Rum Cay, Bahamas

Publisert27. sep. 2025

Varighet11:27

Visninger17K

Stednear Rum Cay, Bahamas

Dodging Coral Heads on the Caicos BankFull keel retraction and daylight eyeball navigation are required for the 50-mile Caicos Bank crossing.13. sep. 2025 · Caicos Bank, Turks and Caicos

Publisert13. sep. 2025

Varighet18:04

Visninger11K

StedCaicos Bank, Turks and Caicos

Why We Keep Coming Back to Sail the British Virgin Islands After 40 Years of Cruising | Ep 265The crew demonstrates a half halyard system and anchor snubber technique while cruising the British Virgin Islands.30. aug. 2025 · Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Publisert30. aug. 2025

Varighet19:27

Visninger19K

StedRoad Town, British Virgin Islands

Caribbean Sailing! Antigua to British Virgin Islands + Range Test Electric Outboard | Ep 264An Axail Orion 49 crew tests the range of an ePropulsion electric outboard in St. Martin's lagoon.2. aug. 2025 · Rambaud, France

Publisert2. aug. 2025

Varighet22:59

Visninger26K

StedRambaud, France

From Troubles to Tranquility using REGEN! Transatlantic Crossing Part 3 | Ep 263The Distant Shores 4 uses hybrid propeller regeneration to maintain battery power during a 2,200-mile transatlantic crossing.5. juli 2025 · Atlantic Ocean

Publisert5. juli 2025

Varighet16:37

Visninger35K

StedAtlantic Ocean

Transatlantic Crossing Part 2 | Ep 262A failed starter battery and stuck gearbox threaten the Orion 50's hybrid charging system 1,100 miles from Antigua.21. juni 2025

Publisert21. juni 2025

Varighet15:30

Visninger57K

Big Seas! Transatlantic Crossing | Ep 261The crew of an Anksail Orion 49 manages a hybrid drive belt issue mid-Atlantic using Starlink connectivity.17. mai 2025 · Mindelo, Cape Verde

Publisert17. mai 2025

Varighet16:32

Visninger86K

StedMindelo, Cape Verde

Magical Passage: Sailing from the Canary Islands to Cape Verde | Ep 260The *Distant Shores* crew completes an 800-mile passage from the Canary Islands to Mindelo, Cape Verde.19. apr. 2025 · off the coast of the Western Sahara

Publisert19. apr. 2025

Varighet13:07

Visninger22K

Stedoff the coast of the Western Sahara

Sailing Offshore to the Canary Islands | Ep 259Paul and Sheryl Shard prepare their Amel 50 for a transatlantic crossing by installing a new jib.29. mars 2025 · Teguise, Spain

Publisert29. mars 2025

Varighet13:42

Visninger34K

StedTeguise, Spain

Our Favourite sailing destination! Come explore the Exuma Islands of the Bahamas with us!Paul and Sheryl Shard open guest berths on Distant Shores 4 for an Exuma Islands cruise from the BVI.11. mars 2025 · Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Publisert11. mars 2025

Varighet7:14

Visninger14K

StedRoad Town, British Virgin Islands

Crossing BISCAY! Avoiding BAD WEATHER and ORCAS | Ep. 258The crew navigates the Bay of Biscay and Cape Finisterre while managing risks from orcas and storms.25. jan. 2025 · A Coruña, Spain

Publisert25. jan. 2025

Varighet14:29

Visninger49K

StedA Coruña, Spain

Going Electric - TEST DRIVE ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 ELECTRIC Outboard Motor | Ep 257The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 electric outboard features a modular battery design weighing 10.5 kilograms for easy handling.4. jan. 2025 · Fareham, United Kingdom

Publisert4. jan. 2025

Varighet14:31

Visninger33K

StedFareham, United Kingdom

Hand-Over! Welcome to Our New Boat! The Adventure Begins | Ep 256Paul and Sheryl Shard test their new aluminum Orion 49 on a 270-mile North Sea maiden passage.23. nov. 2024 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert23. nov. 2024

Varighet12:39

Visninger49K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

First Voyage! Crossing the North Sea to the UK from the Netherlands | EP 255The Anksail Orion 49 completes a 220-mile North Sea crossing from the Netherlands to Hull, UK.5. okt. 2024 · Hull, United Kingdom

Publisert5. okt. 2024

Varighet13:19

Visninger62K

StedHull, United Kingdom

SAILMAKER on Board! - Trimming SAILS Enksail Orion 49 ALUMINUM Sailboat | Ep 254Paul and Sheryl Shard optimize the Code Zero sail trim on their aluminum Orion 49 using barber haulers.31. aug. 2024

Publisert31. aug. 2024

Varighet9:29

Visninger26K

First SAIL and Boat TOUR! Enksail Orion 49 ALUMINUM Sailboat | EP 253Paul and Sheryl Shard conduct initial sea trials of their new aluminum Enksail Orion 49 on the IJsselmeer.11. aug. 2024 · Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Publisert11. aug. 2024

Varighet13:48

Visninger66K

StedEnkhuizen, Netherlands

SEA TRIALS Begin! Aluminum SAILBOAT Enksail Orion 49 | EP 252Paul and Sheryl Shard test the engine and three-rudder steering system of their new Enksail Orion 49.27. juli 2024 · Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Publisert27. juli 2024

Varighet11:51

Visninger40K

StedEnkhuizen, Netherlands

Commissioning & Decommissioning - What's Up with our New ALUMINUM Sailboat? | EP 251Paul and Sheryl Shard troubleshoot electronic helm controls and hybrid drive systems on their new Orion 49.13. juli 2024 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert13. juli 2024

Varighet11:16

Visninger37K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

SAILS On! STORM Staysail for HEAVY Weather | EP 250The Orion 49 utilizes a furling storm staysail on an anti-torsion cable for simplified heavy-weather sail handling.22. juni 2024

Publisert22. juni 2024

Varighet14:53

Visninger49K

Commissioning a New Sailboat | Enksail Orion 49 | EP 249Paul and Sheryl Shard commission the electrical and fuel systems on their new Enksail Orion 49 sailboat.9. juni 2024 · Soest, Netherlands

Publisert9. juni 2024

Varighet11:20

Visninger53K

StedSoest, Netherlands

Christening our New Sailboat! Launch Party & Open Day Boat Tours | EP 248Paul and Sheryl Shard christen their new custom aluminum Orion 49 sailboat during an open day in Makkum.18. mai 2024 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert18. mai 2024

Varighet14:09

Visninger35K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

LAUNCHING Distant Shores IV ! New SAILING Adventures are About to Begin! | EP 247Paul and Sheryl Shard launch their new custom aluminum Orion 49 sailboat at the Engsteljahrts yard.11. mai 2024 · Soest, Netherlands

Publisert11. mai 2024

Varighet14:04

Visninger59K

StedSoest, Netherlands

How to Stay Married While Choosing Boat Upholstery! | EP 246Selecting marine-grade Sunbrella fabrics and Talalay latex mattresses ensures comfort and durability for a custom yacht interior.27. apr. 2024 · Amsterdam, Netherlands

Publisert27. apr. 2024

Varighet17:52

Visninger31K

StedAmsterdam, Netherlands

Launching in April! TECH ROOM Tour of Enksail Orion 49 ALUMINIUM Sailboat | EP 245The Enksail Orion 49 features a 48-volt Victron electrical system, a Schenker 50 watermaker, and Webasto hydronics.30. mars 2024

Publisert30. mars 2024

Varighet13:00

Visninger39K

Wait 'til You See Her Now! Progress on Distant Shores IV January 2024 Visit to the Shipyard | EP 244The custom Orion 49 features a 48-volt lithium battery bank managed by dual battery interface boxes.3. feb. 2024 · Ermenek, Turkey

Publisert3. feb. 2024

Varighet15:00

Visninger64K

StedErmenek, Turkey

48 Volt Deep Dive: Electrical Management on Aluminum Sailboat | EP 243The Orion 49 uses a 48-volt bus for high-load systems to reduce cable weight and amperage requirements.23. des. 2023

Publisert23. des. 2023

Varighet10:05

Visninger27K

Ask Us Anything! Building an Aluminum Sailboat | EP 243The custom aluminum Orion 49 features a parallel hybrid drive and a 30-kilowatt-hour lithium battery bank.2. des. 2023 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert2. des. 2023

Varighet17:37

Visninger38K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

Med Mooring Challenge - Sailing Greek Islands | EP 24219. nov. 2023

Publisert19. nov. 2023

Varighet15:48

Visninger36K

ALUMINUM SAILBOAT Pt 20 - Build Update & Annapolis Sailboat Show | EP 241The Annapolis Sailboat Show highlights hybrid propulsion systems and new inflatable fender technology for cruising sailboats.5. nov. 2023 · Annapolis, United States

Publisert5. nov. 2023

Varighet18:06

Visninger37K

StedAnnapolis, United States

ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 19 - Choosing SAILS | Sail Loft Tour | EP 240Paul and Sheryl Shard design a custom sail inventory for their new aluminum Orion 49 sailboat.8. okt. 2023 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert8. okt. 2023

Varighet15:53

Visninger33K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

Aluminum Sailboat Pt 18 - Shore Power SAFETY and ELECTRICITY on Boats | EP 239An isolation transformer creates an onboard power source to eliminate galvanic corrosion and electric shock drowning risks.27. aug. 2023

Publisert27. aug. 2023

Varighet9:48

Visninger48K

ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 17 : BOW THRUSTER, Cabling, Insulation, Lithium Batteries and More! | EP 238The Orion 49 features welded through-hull fittings and a 48-volt Lewmar bow thruster for expedition-grade reliability.9. juli 2023 · Soest, Netherlands

Publisert9. juli 2023

Varighet15:11

Visninger58K

StedSoest, Netherlands

Aluminum Sailboat Pt 16 Lithium Battery - How They're Made | EP 23725. juni 2023

Publisert25. juni 2023

Varighet17:59

Visninger58K

Boat Tour! ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 15 - INTERIOR Layout Enksail Orion 49 | LEWMAR Factory Tour | EP 23621. mai 2023

Publisert21. mai 2023

Varighet14:52

Visninger56K

RYA Yachtmaster - Prepare for OFFSHORE Sailing and EMERGENCIES at Sea! | EP 2358. mai 2023

Publisert8. mai 2023

Varighet16:29

Visninger22K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt. 14: Interior - Cherry or Mahogany? | EP 2348. apr. 2023

Publisert8. apr. 2023

Varighet17:47

Visninger79K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 13 - Corrosion Prevention | EP 233Building an aluminum Orion 49 requires isolating stainless steel fittings from the hull using Delrin bushings.26. mars 2023

Publisert26. mars 2023

Varighet17:02

Visninger109K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 12 - Keel Assembly Welded On | EP 2325. mars 2023

Publisert5. mars 2023

Varighet11:54

Visninger130K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 11 - Hull Nearly Finished +Toronto & Dusseldorf Boat Shows | EP 23119. feb. 2023

Publisert19. feb. 2023

Varighet15:31

Visninger112K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 9 - Arctic Cruising: Will our New Boat Pass the Test? | EP 229Construction of the aluminum Orion 49 sailboat *Distant Shores 4* progresses at the Gebröders Von Enkhausen yard.15. jan. 2023 · Makkum, Netherlands

Publisert15. jan. 2023

Varighet14:35

Visninger72K

StedMakkum, Netherlands

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 8 - HYBRID Power on a Sailboat: Will it Work for Distance? | EP 22831. des. 2022

Publisert31. des. 2022

Varighet17:47

Visninger94K

Building an ALUMINUM Sailboat Pt 7 - HYBRID Power: Offshore STARLINK Video Conference! | EP 2264. des. 2022

Publisert4. des. 2022

Varighet18:42

Visninger45K

French Canals: Boat Handling in TIGHT QUARTERS | EP 225Navigating the Nivernais Canal requires using a bow thruster to crab a single-engine boat off lock walls.13. nov. 2022 · Joigny, France

Publisert13. nov. 2022

Varighet16:36

Visninger37K

StedJoigny, France

Building an Aluminum Sailboat Pt 6 - Your questions answered | EP 224The Shards are building a custom 49-foot aluminum Orion 49 in the Netherlands for high-latitude expedition sailing.23. okt. 2022 · Gwynn, United States

Publisert23. okt. 2022

Varighet15:57

Visninger90K

StedGwynn, United States

Building an Aluminum Sailboat Pt 5 - How to Weld an Aluminum Sailboat | EP 2239. okt. 2022

Publisert9. okt. 2022

Varighet12:36

Visninger71K

Building an Aluminum Sailboat Pt 4 - How the Hull Plates are Shaped | EP 22225. sep. 2022

Publisert25. sep. 2022

Varighet12:21

Visninger415K

Building an Aluminum Sailboat Pt 3 - Raising the Hull to Weld Frames & Bulkheads | EP 22128. aug. 2022

Publisert28. aug. 2022

Varighet12:30

Visninger71K

Shallow-draft Sailing a Traditional Flatbottom Boat | EP 22014. aug. 2022

Publisert14. aug. 2022

Varighet22:48

Visninger53K

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A Coruña, Spain2Acklins, Bahamas2Amsterdam, Netherlands1Ancón, Panama1Angra do Heroísmo, Terceira, Azores1Annapolis, United States2Atlantic Ocean3Caicos Bank, Turks and Caicos1Chichester, United Kingdom1City of Oswego, United States2Cristóbal, Panama1Crooked Island and Long Cay, Bahamas1Dover, UK1English Channel1Enkhuizen, Netherlands2Ermenek, Turkey1Exuma Island Group, Bahamas1Exuma, Bahamas2Fareham, United Kingdom1Gwynn, United States1Horta, Faial, Azores1Hull, United Kingdom1Joigny, France1La Chorrera, Panama1Las Huacas, Panama1Lloret de Vistalegre, Spain1Makkum, Netherlands6Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas1Mindelo, Cape Verde2near Rum Cay, Bahamas1Northwood, United Kingdom2off the coast of the Western Sahara1Oosterend, Netherlands1Panamá Oeste, Panama1Rambaud, France1Road Town, British Virgin Islands3Soest, Netherlands3St. George's Harbor, Bermuda1Teguise, Spain1The Valley, Anguilla1Trent Lakes, Canada1