Sailing Saoirse

Sailing Saoirse

Hi there!
We are a South African family finishing a refit of an Island Spirit yacht. For now we are based in Langebaan, South Africa and we have great plans to explore the open ocean for the next few years.
We are originally from Ballito, owned a home that we built ourselves in 1993 - grew our family, made many memories and decided to sell up after 25 years.

This wasn't a rash decision on our part - it took 7 years of planning and organizing to be able to make this all happen, another year and a half to find the right boat and now another good few months working on her. We are now the proud new owners of Saoirse (sur-sha) a 38ft Island Spirit. Our Yacht originally was built in 1999 and capsized. The previous owner started the refit in 2010 and we took over in 2019.

Follow our videos of trying to get our new home up and running and hopefully soon we will be able to share our adventures.

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Saoirse  - Interior video

Saoirse - Interior video

TOBAGO CAYS DRONE FOOTAGE

TOBAGO CAYS DRONE FOOTAGE

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  • @rodneyjweltham150
    @rodneyjweltham15021 күн бұрын

    absolutely paradise! I can't help but wonder what happens with the plastic wine glasses and glass bottles from rum and plastic containers... often to be present in the views and videos of those to privilege to be able to visit these paradises... would imagine that most of these islands have their own "dump areas" it just occurs to me to wonder what happens with all of the debris from our "civilisation"... cheers from Toronto!

  • @danorem9969
    @danorem99692 ай бұрын

    Gloves???

  • @alexowen8971
    @alexowen89712 ай бұрын

    Please tell me what is the height of the central bridge of the catamaran above the water?

  • @alexowen8971
    @alexowen89712 ай бұрын

    Mesmerizing footage, thanks!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse222 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it 💙

  • @alexowen8971
    @alexowen89712 ай бұрын

    And soulful music in this video

  • @alexowen8971
    @alexowen89712 ай бұрын

    You are very beautiful people, good luck to you!

  • @alexowen8971
    @alexowen89712 ай бұрын

    Very Very good job!!!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse222 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @lamachhorne9043
    @lamachhorne90432 ай бұрын

    Hello there Saoirse! First, let me thank you for showcasing my beautiful home on your channel! I'm particularly impressed by the fact that you've not only shared your touristic experience, but also highlighted some of the issues that has adversely affected tourism in our country for many years. Much more can and should be done to protect and conserve our little slice of paradise. Far too long, foreigners have enjoyed too many 'freedoms' in our country and it has stunted the growth of our tourism and economy as a whole. I've lived on several continents and tourism in these larger territories is better marketed and well-priced. There's absolutely NOTHING free where tourism is concerned. Tourist come from countries with stronger currencies and much larger economies, and what they spend in SVG is considerably less than what I spend in their country as tourist, for the same or a lesser experience. I hope SVG remains on your bucket list and you encourage many others to visit!

  • @markomarjanovic3091
    @markomarjanovic30913 ай бұрын

    Great video 👍👍👌

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse222 ай бұрын

    Thank you 😄

  • @Steve-qn8gn
    @Steve-qn8gn3 ай бұрын

    Why not add a water maker when doing the refit? Seems like a real pain point could be taken care of with it. Plus you're not burning diesel.

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse223 ай бұрын

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  • @spizzed
    @spizzed4 ай бұрын

    Great video! Awesome catch. Turn off ur clicker brother.

  • @user-eg4kg6gt7i
    @user-eg4kg6gt7i4 ай бұрын

    Love your family and blessings to you all. May Robin rest in peace with the Lord!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse223 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🤍

  • @andrevincentt
    @andrevincentt4 ай бұрын

    did the beach in Cabedelo had clear blue water so you could see the bottom of the ocean ?

  • @Nick-un1em
    @Nick-un1em4 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear about your dad. My condolences.

  • @omna826
    @omna8264 ай бұрын

    From our family to yours prayers and condolences ❤ thank you for allowing us to watch your lives please be safe and keep us informed on your lives ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @duames
    @duames4 ай бұрын

    You've got a 50 year old who's never met any of you sitting here with tears running down his face . When Robin was saying goodbye to Denver , it really finished me . I'm so sorry for your loss .

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse223 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🤍🙏🏼

  • @johnyalowica8423
    @johnyalowica84234 ай бұрын

    Don't go your separate ways! Keep going! I'm sure Robin would have wanted you guy to keep it going!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately we have to get on with jobs and our lives but Colben and Teagan are carrying on with their sailing adventures in the BVI. They are currently working on charter catamarans there. I might go and join them in the future but for now we unfortunately can’t afford to keep Saoirse 💔

  • @etiennelaubscher5336
    @etiennelaubscher53364 ай бұрын

    So sad. I know that yacht for close to 20 years I think ( ex Gordon's Bay ). It feels so unreal . . . it was like yesterday when you set sail from Saldanha Bay Yacht Club. We were all caught up in your dreams and voyage. And now to to say goodbye to the boss, your dad, your husband. So sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. Rest in peace Robin.

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 🩵 and thank you for following along with our adventures 🤍⛵️

  • @nigelwatkins558
    @nigelwatkins5584 ай бұрын

    You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Robin. Perhaps you guys fulfilled his dreams

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you Nigel 🤍⛵️ Robins definitely fulfilled his dreams and goals of sailing 🩵

  • @nedwphillips2126
    @nedwphillips21264 ай бұрын

    Oh man... sorry for your loss :( Condolences to you and your family. Ned

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you Ned 🤍⛵️

  • @kptbillburkett8735
    @kptbillburkett87354 ай бұрын

    I am So sorry for your loss! I am the same age as your dad. It shows injoy life every day. You never know when God is going to call your Name. Thank You so much for taking us along on your journey. I hope there will be more . So until next time Aloha and Mahalo from the Big Island of Hawaii!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    That is very true, thank you for always following along on our journey 🤍 there could possibly be more videos. We will see how the next couple of months go ⛵️

  • @robertfreeman2322
    @robertfreeman23224 ай бұрын

    So sorry for your loss. 🙏

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩵

  • @Silverbull007
    @Silverbull0074 ай бұрын

    So sorry for your loss may Robin RIP.❤

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🩵🤍

  • @paulapurser
    @paulapurser4 ай бұрын

    Incredible memories made for you all, so sad to hear about your loss, ❤

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you Paula 🤍 I hope that your sailing journey is going well!

  • @joesoap9385
    @joesoap93854 ай бұрын

    what a shock to hear about Robin. Such a friendly gentleman.

  • @tonybrewer7864
    @tonybrewer78644 ай бұрын

    gutted

  • @BohemianIris
    @BohemianIris4 ай бұрын

    So heart-wrenching, what a precious journey.

  • @kahluaqueen
    @kahluaqueen4 ай бұрын

    Omg condolences. Was just wondering about you guys this is confusing and sad. Sorry about your Dad, heartfelt condolences again.

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🤍

  • @veryanoynimouse
    @veryanoynimouse4 ай бұрын

    My deepest condolences. What wonderful memories you made together. Something very special to treasure. All the best as you go on your separate ways. Blessings to you all, it has been a privilege following along.

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 🤍 and thank you for always following along with our videos ⛵️

  • @LifeUnscriptedPod
    @LifeUnscriptedPod4 ай бұрын

    So sorry to hear about your loss

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🤍

  • @geniexmay562
    @geniexmay5624 ай бұрын

    What an incredible journey you all shared. I am trusting that your next adventures will be equally blessed ❤

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    They will be 🤍 we will be making the most of every new adventure we are able to take 🤍

  • @joyvandeventer3947
    @joyvandeventer39474 ай бұрын

    Such wonderful memories!!!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    🩵🩵🩵

  • @stardusttravelers4410
    @stardusttravelers44105 ай бұрын

    great video!!!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse224 ай бұрын

    Thank you 🎣

  • @darksaint5247
    @darksaint52475 ай бұрын

    She's cute 🥰

  • @courtneysinclair7787
    @courtneysinclair77875 ай бұрын

    How long does it take to sail from Saldanha Bay to Kraalbaai roughly? :)

  • @44Magnumproductions1
    @44Magnumproductions15 ай бұрын

    Oh that's probably the worst growth I've ever seen on a modern boat why did you not dive in and scrape it you must've had a top speed of 2 kn

  • @michellerichardson2
    @michellerichardson25 ай бұрын

    😢

  • @michaellinden5067
    @michaellinden50675 ай бұрын

    Dear Saoirse Family, I am sad about the end of your journey and especially sorry about your loss! Your dedication regarding transferring a formerly capsized and standard catamaran to such a beautiful home is fantastic, you put so much love and work into it! Since me and my partner (both close to 60 years of age) are planning on living on a catamaran, we began to survey upon potential boats. I always thought that your boat would be one of the best and absolutely perfect for our purposes. So I was quite surprised to find it online being offered for sale. Sadly it is a bit to early for us and so I hope you find someone for your boat who will really appreciate how you changed and outfitted Saoirse. I wish you all the best for your future! Kind greetings from Germany, Michael

  • @Wolf-xu1fj
    @Wolf-xu1fj5 ай бұрын

    I am sorry, I couldn’t listen to the Australian accent , I stopped 4 minutes in, it’s like you guys are trying to imitate a frog

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse225 ай бұрын

    We are so sorry that our SOUTH AFRICAN accent is hard to understand. Unfortunately we aren’t imitating anything, that is just how we speak.

  • @Toby_the_Glen
    @Toby_the_Glen5 ай бұрын

    Can't wait to hear the Americans attempt at pronouncing Saoirse?

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse225 ай бұрын

    It’s always a laugh when they try 😅

  • @TheOceanBandits
    @TheOceanBandits6 ай бұрын

    This is one amazing refit on such a beautiful boat! Seriously amazing job you guys!

  • @SailingSaoirse22
    @SailingSaoirse225 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much 🤍⛵️

  • @darknes7800
    @darknes78006 ай бұрын

    Petite Nevis is for sale......For just $20M it can be yours !!!!!!!!!!!!