Cruising the Lau Group of Fiji WHSE103

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  • @RichardinSiam
    @RichardinSiam Жыл бұрын

    This ended up on my feed, decided to give it a watch. Good series of videos. This woman is doing this in a non luxury craft solo. What an adventure!

  • @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    Жыл бұрын

    She is great. She manages to cobble together solutions to all her challenges in fine form.

  • @RichardinSiam

    @RichardinSiam

    Жыл бұрын

    @@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017 I bet one day she will be the captain of a much larger vessel. Talk about real time resume, this would be it.

  • @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RichardinSiam Absolutely.

  • @reallynotyourbusiness1659

    @reallynotyourbusiness1659

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes mate, Holly is the real thing...pushing that little ship across the Pacific, I am in awe of her.

  • @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017

    Жыл бұрын

    @@reallynotyourbusiness1659 I'm a little worried about that engine but if it craps out on her she should be able to afford a rebuild with our help.

  • @dougsrepair1060
    @dougsrepair1060 Жыл бұрын

    This must have been such a wonderful experience. You are very fortunate Holly.

  • @stephentomlinson9500
    @stephentomlinson9500 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoy fiji 🇫🇯 it's a beautiful part of the world and fijians will touch your heart

  • @sofakingkewel
    @sofakingkewel Жыл бұрын

    I'm thoroughly impressed by this young lady.

  • @jodyssey9921
    @jodyssey9921 Жыл бұрын

    I love that there are people living somewhere where everything they need is right there. Just go out and get it.

  • @BarefootSailingAdventures
    @BarefootSailingAdventures Жыл бұрын

    You're so inspiring 🙏

  • @geneberry7114

    @geneberry7114

    Жыл бұрын

    Mayonnaise!

  • @mikefox1332
    @mikefox1332 Жыл бұрын

    This video is just another reason this old man follows you. You are generous and caring, very enduring.

  • @captainsukycannon1167
    @captainsukycannon1167 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for ride! Cheers! I would love to visit Talei’s village and island. What fun & respect!

  • @cianbutler
    @cianbutler Жыл бұрын

    An instrument should not be sitting and collecting dust. That sentiment overrides your sentimnetal connection with your guitar - a true gift 🤍

  • @kellibice4861
    @kellibice4861 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing video. Love seeing how people from all around the globe live. How gracious of you to gift your beloved guitar! You are one bad ass woman!

  • @braithmiller
    @braithmiller Жыл бұрын

    I have to know about the pineapple tiller technology? Great respect and planning to bring locals what they need. Wish more sailors would act is such positive ways.

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Haha oh yes the pineapple is integral to the self-steering system

  • @gneeley5393
    @gneeley5393 Жыл бұрын

    Wow just discovered your channel. Mucho respect young lady. I've watched almost all your videos. You go girl your something else indeed. 👍

  • @saylaveenadmearedead
    @saylaveenadmearedead Жыл бұрын

    I love Fiji but many uncharted reefs so your buddy boat idea was perfect! To bad you have to leave that country but cyclones are not to take likely.... we all shall return!!!

  • @Frankenstompbox
    @Frankenstompbox Жыл бұрын

    I knew there was a dead head sticker somewhere on that boat!🙂

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Not anymore 😭 I'll have to get another one

  • @jasonpacific5661
    @jasonpacific5661 Жыл бұрын

    Bula 🌸 Wow what an incredible sailing vlog !! 🏅🌺 and you're in the most wonderful magical remote part of the world.. Lau group

  • @elizaandalisa
    @elizaandalisa Жыл бұрын

    I admire you gal two years now you've been entertaining me with your exploits so brave your mum and dad be so proud keep going. Await your entry to Qld Australia cheers n beers Marty

  • @norman4991
    @norman4991 Жыл бұрын

    Love the respectful way you interact with the people you meet. Fiji is just awesome, looking forward to more.

  • @peterkendrick590
    @peterkendrick590 Жыл бұрын

    I enjoy your posts and salute the spirit you exhibit in the process. I recommend your channel to all my nieces and nephews, I believe in making memories, they become the real treasures of your life! Good Job Holly.

  • @keithsumner1190
    @keithsumner1190 Жыл бұрын

    I love seeing you with Olivia, another sailor I love to follow. You both rock!

  • @user-rs2ue3rs7y
    @user-rs2ue3rs7y Жыл бұрын

    it snowed 2 inches today here in Wisconsin and its only started winter, so ya fiji is looking good. i've been to guam and the P.I. and miss that weather.

  • @rickkwitkoski1976
    @rickkwitkoski1976 Жыл бұрын

    Holly, love your vids. Love the interactions with the Fijian people. Keep going, keep sailing.

  • @MrLebro11
    @MrLebro11 Жыл бұрын

    What amazing hospitality. Another solo badass sailor. It was great to meet Olivia. So good to see you have a smooth sail to the atolls. Just what you needed after such a challenging one getting to Fiji. BTW…Your attitude throughout that passage is what I strive to emulate on those tough days out on the water. Love your work ❤

  • @dbentley2195
    @dbentley2195 Жыл бұрын

    You live an amazing life kiddo! Kudos to you 💛💯

  • @carmancloud
    @carmancloud Жыл бұрын

    Dang Holly! I don’t think I would have been able to let go of that guitar. That was really beautiful. 💫

  • @123lucius1
    @123lucius1 Жыл бұрын

    Dont ever leave the Pacific islands…😍spend atleast 5-6 years there🙏What a adventure to be in such wonderful places 🌏⛵️Best regards from Cold Norway🇳🇴

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    It is truly magical here

  • @rainfinger
    @rainfinger Жыл бұрын

    Great video, showing respect for other cultures is something you do so very well.

  • @paton57
    @paton57 Жыл бұрын

    WOW Holly your guitar is an amazing gift to give away, I can only imagine the stories it could tell.

  • @skaraborgcraft
    @skaraborgcraft Жыл бұрын

    The paradox of sailing, most awesome memories, both good and scary. Carry on.

  • @jeffpatty1388
    @jeffpatty1388 Жыл бұрын

    Fulanga! Such an amazing island, anchorage, and friendly village. Enjoy. Definitely hit bay of islands and Taveuni

  • @jopeserea6618
    @jopeserea6618 Жыл бұрын

    Talei is one of Fiji's well-known female singers. Thought she was overseas but never knew that she was out there on the island. Beautiful video of our beloved islands.

  • @Wanderglobe

    @Wanderglobe

    Жыл бұрын

    Very cool. Just looked her up. Thanks for posting this.

  • @rodneynikora358

    @rodneynikora358

    Жыл бұрын

    Becoming a fan

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    She is so amazing and beautiful

  • @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017
    @stopthephilosophicalzombie9017 Жыл бұрын

    I love that guitar. The Steal Your Face sticker was very prominently placed too. : ) (Old Deadhead here. Saw them play several times in the late 80's/early 90's before Jerry died). Btw the quality of the sunlight at the picnic was so beautiful. Thank you for sharing this amazing place with us.

  • @holodeckdragon8876
    @holodeckdragon8876 Жыл бұрын

    Such a beautiful connection that cd only b made by sailing! 💦💫

  • @rons9197
    @rons9197 Жыл бұрын

    It’s good, it’s good , it’s really good out here now! As you smile and swirl into a dance in such beautiful lighting. Your the real deal glad I chose to follow your journey. Namaste

  • @3cardmonty602
    @3cardmonty602 Жыл бұрын

    I gotta give you credit. I just discovered your channel and I get seasick just watching the ocean. It’s not you though, I have an inner ear problem. I never could even go off the coast of New Jersey without getting seasick.

  • @geneberry7114
    @geneberry7114 Жыл бұрын

    I so wish I could go buddy boating with Wind Hippie

  • @atuanderson
    @atuanderson Жыл бұрын

    You are just the most amazing inspiration!!! Awesome girl!!! Love the videos 💖

  • @pauljamison3340
    @pauljamison3340 Жыл бұрын

    Fiji, the best place in the world with the friendliest people ever!!!!

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Agreed!

  • @jasonquagliata117
    @jasonquagliata117 Жыл бұрын

    Love your channel 🤟 keep it up 🍻 Safe travels 🙏

  • @johnrathbun2943
    @johnrathbun2943 Жыл бұрын

    That was just amazing. I would love to meet those people. I just love learning new cultural ways and how they just live. Maybe one day. Much love and waiting for next week. Bye

  • @vertcaver
    @vertcaver Жыл бұрын

    Okay more WOW man, it looks like a true paradise there and that tease of a bite of pineapple I almost licked my phone...lol Smooth sailing o daughter of Neptune... Peace 🕊️☮️ out stay safe and as always Sail Onward...love ya...

  • @richardherndon1541
    @richardherndon1541 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! That was awesome! It’s what we all imagine cruising is like!

  • @scottwilson1592
    @scottwilson1592 Жыл бұрын

    Confidently happy, capable captain and vessel, love your channel!

  • @SamuelKTennis
    @SamuelKTennis Жыл бұрын

    Thank you again Holly. Your channel is the best. Wishing you a very good time in your new exploration zone.

  • @Reichenbachm
    @Reichenbachm10 ай бұрын

    Love your channel, really cool how you passed on your guitar!! I’m down hurt and I’m binging on your videos. They’re interesting and funny and soothing. Thanks for sharing.

  • @thomassackett4091
    @thomassackett4091 Жыл бұрын

    i love your END OF VIDEO WRAP SPEECH,it provides a behind the scene peek....

  • @jonathanwetherell3609
    @jonathanwetherell3609 Жыл бұрын

    That is the real challenge of the cruising life, making sure you stay on good terms with those whose land you visit.

  • @chrisyarnold6205
    @chrisyarnold6205 Жыл бұрын

    Great to see you having a good sail to a stunning island. Looks as though Fiji has lots to offer the cruising lifestyle.

  • @sunjamrblues
    @sunjamrblues Жыл бұрын

    A long time ago I spent a year in Fulaga doing a marine biology project. We sailed there, same as you, and stayed anchored near Naividamu village most of the time. But we were the only yacht anchored in Fulaga, because you had to have government permission to go there at the time. While we were there, a huge hurricane came and virtually destroyed all 3 villages. Glad to see they are still thriving!

  • @abdulrahmanabdulghani8833
    @abdulrahmanabdulghani8833 Жыл бұрын

    Just found you video.Good afternoon from Malaysia...

  • @Eddie-jr6bs
    @Eddie-jr6bs Жыл бұрын

    “Had me second guessing; we’ll a lot of things really”; hehehe… You are amazing!

  • @FRACTUREDVISIONmusic
    @FRACTUREDVISIONmusic Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your wonderful travels!

  • @cnc75adventures49
    @cnc75adventures49 Жыл бұрын

    Your so awesome sharing such a amazing adventure with us 👍👍

  • @barbricottone3056
    @barbricottone3056 Жыл бұрын

    Good for you young lady...safe sailing... cheers

  • @stevehislop
    @stevehislop Жыл бұрын

    What an amazing life you´re living!!! I have to get back to the office tomorrow and would rather rip my fingernails off with a pair of pliers....

  • @timwoods603
    @timwoods603 Жыл бұрын

    Holly your the best! I hope you brought extra strings for the guitar lol. Might be hard to get some there. Awesome video Holly.

  • @kevinwilkinson1510
    @kevinwilkinson1510 Жыл бұрын

    A Happy Holly is why I am here.

  • @tom_anderson
    @tom_anderson Жыл бұрын

    The guitar is such a cool gift, it is much more now than it was in the beginning.

  • @tonywrobleski5185
    @tonywrobleski5185 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much I liked the way you mingle and learn from locals

  • @garycody1929
    @garycody1929 Жыл бұрын

    Hope you are going to go west and explore Yasawas and other beautiful areas ? The Lau Group has old Tongan influence Great vid thanks Holly

  • @rboston33
    @rboston3311 ай бұрын

    So cool to take gifts to the village

  • @MarkWYoung-ky4uc
    @MarkWYoung-ky4uc Жыл бұрын

    Outstanding video Captain Holly, just like a magic carpet ride. Enjoy yourself! ⛵😎

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you thank you!

  • @johnhaug1747
    @johnhaug1747 Жыл бұрын

    Cute pineapple storage place (on tiller);) Great Sunset!

  • @Nerd3927
    @Nerd3927 Жыл бұрын

    Happy to see you so high and happy!

  • @rlatkdtn1
    @rlatkdtn1 Жыл бұрын

    정말 놀랍습니다. 여성 혼자서 그 망망대해를 건너려고 생각한 것이 정말 대단합니다. 용기가 있는 남자도 이루기 어려운 태평양 횡단을 하는 당신에게 대한민국에서 응원을 합니다. 안전한 항해를 기원합니다. It's amazing. It's really amazing that a woman thought to cross that vast sea alone. Korea cheers you on as you cross the Pacific Ocean, which is difficult even for men with courage to accomplish. We wish you a safe voyage.

  • @onisirukuni8380
    @onisirukuni8380 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome adventure...what a good experience ❤

  • @paulb5907
    @paulb5907 Жыл бұрын

    hey holly great video , lots of sailing , lots of scenery and doing stuff one of your best , take it easy see you on the next video

  • @robertdonahue3026
    @robertdonahue3026 Жыл бұрын

    hi holly my name is rob i live on vancouver island and love being on the ocean too... watching you has been so inspiring.......CHEERS!

  • @tomhartenstine3263
    @tomhartenstine3263 Жыл бұрын

    Looking good!!! Have fun!!!❤️ good vibes headed ur way!!

  • @WayfarerHawaii
    @WayfarerHawaii Жыл бұрын

    Such a good photo for the video

  • @mikeprodanov6765
    @mikeprodanov6765 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you sooooo much for sharing your traveling experiences....... awesome videos....

  • @joerobilotta2199
    @joerobilotta2199 Жыл бұрын

    Finally, I get to see a brand new posting. Safe sailing.

  • @christ.8547
    @christ.8547 Жыл бұрын

    good for you boo,..happy your happy..be safe 💙 💙💙

  • @sygogentle364
    @sygogentle364 Жыл бұрын

    Love your stories 👍

  • @allenhaney9439
    @allenhaney943911 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your travels

  • @stephensparkes7260
    @stephensparkes7260 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for taking the time to make this vlog x

  • @billhanna8838
    @billhanna8838 Жыл бұрын

    Love seeing that smile again .

  • @DellaDeLobos
    @DellaDeLobos Жыл бұрын

    Looking good... Be careful and have fun...

  • @Fantic156
    @Fantic156 Жыл бұрын

    Such a nice, happy feeling, video and what a place to be... Thanks.... 😜

  • @brianrogers7543
    @brianrogers7543 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Hollie 🙌

  • @brucemartin6895
    @brucemartin6895 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video...Great stuff !!

  • @sammyjones3500
    @sammyjones3500 Жыл бұрын

    I love sharing your adventure Holly. It enlivens me, and gives me a new perspective on life. Thank you!🍌🍌🍌🍌

  • @ethanhudson5439
    @ethanhudson54397 ай бұрын

    Love your videos. Keep living your dream

  • @Ksensei41
    @Ksensei41 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this one. Not much to say, you showed all the interesting stuff.

  • @calvingarrett3245
    @calvingarrett3245 Жыл бұрын

    Hello Holly I always enjoyed watching your videos but you said you don't do ads but every time I watch any KZread videos even your videos dad's always come up anyways. Glad to see you enjoying life out there I wish I could do that God bless you and stay safe

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Hmm that's unfortunate. Sometimes youtube sticks ads on videos anyway without my consent

  • @rickstevens1479
    @rickstevens1479 Жыл бұрын

    So happy for you , still living the dream ....

  • @murphmurph2124
    @murphmurph2124 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Holly, have fun be safe. Cool guitar 😎

  • @michaelcrawford3997
    @michaelcrawford3997 Жыл бұрын

    Best video yet.

  • @ushereonyoutube
    @ushereonyoutube Жыл бұрын

    We just subscribed to your channel and God speed to you on your journey!

  • @jakeoddmonic2956
    @jakeoddmonic2956 Жыл бұрын

    ❤ that’s so Awsome, I’m peanut butter and jelly 🍻🍻🍻🤘😎

  • @Unsound-Engineer
    @Unsound-Engineer Жыл бұрын

    Hope you head to Australia, coz we luv ya. Inspirational stuff, ad free rocks.

  • @korhan-charlotte9171
    @korhan-charlotte9171 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing. 🤗

  • @markgallagher1376
    @markgallagher1376 Жыл бұрын

    Cool video, Holly!!

  • @henryravu1859
    @henryravu1859 Жыл бұрын

    You should ask Talei to sing for you..she's one of the best singer in Fiji. # watch her on KZread at Nem & Talei.

  • @joepeskin497
    @joepeskin497 Жыл бұрын

    I'm now selling it all and shopping for a sailboat. Thanks for the inspiration ☺️🤠

  • @WindHippieSailing

    @WindHippieSailing

    Жыл бұрын

    Yay!!! Congrats

  • @beatdizzy
    @beatdizzy Жыл бұрын

    I love this channel xoxo

  • @craigkimble1467
    @craigkimble1467 Жыл бұрын

    I'm blown away watching your adventures, makes me feel... like a coward, lol 😆 I can't imagine solo sailing for so many days, but part of me wonders if I knew more about Sailing, maybe I would like to do this, it's intriguing and inspiring, thank you. 🙌

  • @abdulmujeeb1675
    @abdulmujeeb1675 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing video

  • @Musicforyourears100
    @Musicforyourears100 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats on your place on zealous!!❤

  • @vinegar_joe
    @vinegar_joe Жыл бұрын

    Great vid. Major show of South Pacific girl power!

  • @Jg15243
    @Jg15243 Жыл бұрын

    That huge pile of bananas on your boat gives me so much anxiety 😦