Lauren Landers
I am just a girl who followed her dream of buying a sailboat to sail the world! I took the advice my dad gave me "Do what you love and you will never work a day in your life” and try to live this to the fullest every single day. I graduated college during Covid-19 with a marine biology degree and 100T Captain license. I had worked as a captain throughout college on power boats and was invited to sail with some friends in the Bahamas for a couple months. I fell in love with sailing and this lifestyle more than I thought I could; bought my boat a year later (Dec 2021) intending to charter, but decided to start sharing this beautiful life with you❤️
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I am just a girl who followed her dream of buying a sailboat to sail the world! I took the advice my dad gave me “Do what you love and you will never work a day in your life” and try to live this to the fullest every single day.
I graduated college during Covid-19 with a marine biology degree and 100T Captain license. I had worked as a captain throughout college on power boats and was invited to sail with some friends in the Bahamas for a couple months. I fell in love with sailing and this lifestyle more than I thought I could; bought my boat a year later (Dec 2021) intending to charter, but decided to start sharing this beautiful life with you❤️
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![leaving paradise for the next! TAHITI bound! [ep 170]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rZnitw0gCwA/maxresdefault.jpg)
leaving paradise for the next! TAHITI bound! [ep 170]
I had a few beautiful days in the Tuamotus and cannot wait to spend months here, sailing from island to island with no schedule. But before that happens, I need to get Mako checked into French Polynesia so he can go to land!! Give a little extra support ...![perfect & nerve-wrecking passage! Solo Sailing to my first remote atoll! [ep 169]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xgqRzBcKP6I/maxresdefault.jpg)
perfect & nerve-wrecking passage! Solo Sailing to my first remote atoll! [ep 169]
Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. My sponsor BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: https://betterhelp.com/laurenlanders I made landfall in the Marquesas islands of French Polynesia afte...
peace in paradise; resting & recharging after a month alone at sea
After a beautiful few days in Fatu Hiva (previous episode) I am headed out to explore a little more of the Marquesas islands! I head over to Hiva Oa to check into the country and then Tuhuata, where I spend a few days recharging in and out of the water. S...![landfall after 28 days at sea alone! I’m in love with French Polynesia already! [ep 167]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nRdDRUtG6k8/maxresdefault.jpg)
landfall after 28 days at sea alone! I’m in love with French Polynesia already! [ep 167]
After 28 days sailing across the Pacific Ocean alone, I have made it to the Marquesas islands in French Polynesia and ready to explore! From the amazing marine life to a beautiful waterfall and the sweetest people, I am already loving it here in French Pol...![I sailed SOLO from Panama to French Polynesia! I made it! [ep 166]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e0M6w_vJe4g/maxresdefault.jpg)
I sailed SOLO from Panama to French Polynesia! I made it! [ep 166]
Crossing the Pacific Ocean is something I have always dreamed about. This week, after 4,088 miles and 28 days alone at sea with my cat, Mako, I made it to French Polynesia! A destination I have been prepping for and dreaming of since before I bought my boa...![a girl & her cat alone at sea; raw & real pacific crossing [ep 165]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1N5IGLVrlU4/maxresdefault.jpg)
a girl & her cat alone at sea; raw & real pacific crossing [ep 165]
We are making progress on our Pacific crossing! Some days go by quick and some drag on, but every second feels magical. Thank you all for following along! This video shows days 11-19 of our crossing and we still have more to go! https://dashboard.seapeopl...Watch Lauren Landers from the Beginning!
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![Journey begins in Puerto Rico: NEW boat & NEW engine [ep 1]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W5q9KKGLFdk/maxresdefault.jpg)
Journey begins in Puerto Rico: NEW boat & NEW engine [ep 1]
EPISODE 1! Join me as I fly to Puerto Rico for a week of getting Soul de La Mar ready to sail to Florida! After 4 months of waiting, I was finally able to fly to Puerto Rico in time to see my 1993 Beneteau Oceanis get splashed to begin our journey. Join f...
About Me
Welcome to my channel! This is a little introduction to myself and Mako. Join the journey as we sail the caribbean and eventually the world!![GIRL single-hands for FIRST time, SAIL 1000 miles Puerto Rico to Florida [ep 2]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zAHedYU9j6E/maxresdefault.jpg)
GIRL single-hands for FIRST time, SAIL 1000 miles Puerto Rico to Florida [ep 2]
This one is special to me! I FINALLY leave Puerto Rico and sail to Florida. This episode is full of beautiful sunrises and sunsets, some big waves, a emotional reflection as I begin my journey as a single-handed sailor, and I dock solo for the first time T...![Girl and CAT sail to Bahamas after 36 hours in FLORIDA [ep 3]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zVpZkrp47cI/maxresdefault.jpg)
Girl and CAT sail to Bahamas after 36 hours in FLORIDA [ep 3]
How to pack load your whole life onto a boat in 36 hours?! AND prepare a boat to be in the islands for 6 months? Check! And finding out the best way to seal a dinghy leak! Here, I load my boat up, do some finishing repairs and touch-ups, and head out to th...![FIRST charter, NEW engine breaks swimming with SHARKS on new years eve trip! [ep 4]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/M_XKroGySPo/maxresdefault.jpg)
FIRST charter, NEW engine breaks swimming with SHARKS on new years eve trip! [ep 4]
Join me this week after I arrive in the Bahamas! My best friend from my hometown comes to visit, my dinghy engine doesn't work, I have my first charter, and my BRAND NEW engine breaks. We have a great New Years Eve, see pigs, make rope swings, m, with shar...![NO engine & NO autopilot sail from Bahamas to Florida! plus haul out [ep 5]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RouyTCKhVtM/maxresdefault.jpg)
NO engine & NO autopilot sail from Bahamas to Florida! plus haul out [ep 5]
Join me this week as I leave The Bahamas to sail back to Florida with NO engine and NO autopilot! We face squalls, cruise ships, and rough seas. There is quite a bit of towing involved, some boat projects (solar panels, wiring, batteries, waxing), and haul...![[another] NEW engine! & sanding and waxing a boat [ep 6]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3EjH_j0-hzw/maxresdefault.jpg)
[another] NEW engine! & sanding and waxing a boat [ep 6]
Two new engines within months of each other?! I made it to Fort Lauderdale and after a month I got my second new Nanni engine put into my boat. I sand my teak and wax my hull while waiting for the new exhaust system that still isn't ready. Become a Patr...![Splashed with no engine, new dinghy, and boat projects! [ep 7]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sB_Nm1NeqoY/maxresdefault.jpg)
Splashed with no engine, new dinghy, and boat projects! [ep 7]
I finally get to splash after a month in the yard! I was in the yard for two extra months waiting for an exhaust system that wasn't even close to being ready. I picked up my brand new Highfield dinghy which I'm so excited about! Then I finished some fun pr...![My Beneteau has water! SeaWater Pro watermaker install & replace water manifold [ep 8]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2xvrN7HaHhY/maxresdefault.jpg)
My Beneteau has water! SeaWater Pro watermaker install & replace water manifold [ep 8]
Join me this week as I fix the water manifold that previously broke, plan my new exhaust system, and the most exciting thing; I can make my own water! It was a challenge finding space for a watermaker in my Beneteau 510, but we made it happen without sacri...![Projects and final engine install!! wiring, painting, waxing, and exhaust install! [ep 9]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qIoPCKiwDUM/maxresdefault.jpg)
Projects and final engine install!! wiring, painting, waxing, and exhaust install! [ep 9]
This episode has so many projects involved, plus my engine install is finally finished!! I wire my windlass to my helm, get towed for the (hopefully) LAST time, paint my Beneteau decks, wax the boat, clean up a bit, and get ready for the sea trial! Become...![Sea trial leads to fixing Beneteau rudder bearing! [ep 10]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4Tkunf5sYhc/sddefault.jpg)
Sea trial leads to fixing Beneteau rudder bearing! [ep 10]
This week I was able to finally sea trial my boat after the engine was installed! After waiting in Florida for 3 months, I was so excited. However, on the sea trial I noticed something off and had to haul out (again)! Follow along as I learn about rudders ...![Finally leaving! A girl’s SOLO sail back to the BAHAMAS from FLORIDA [ep 11]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fRjW22bQlBU/sddefault.jpg)
Finally leaving! A girl’s SOLO sail back to the BAHAMAS from FLORIDA [ep 11]
I finally left Florida after nearly 4 months! There were still some uncertainties regarding the steering and solar, plus navigating around a head-on wind, but I made it! It was an overall great crossing and I am so excited to finally be home. Become a Pa...![Bikini photoshoot on boat in the Bahamas! behind the scenes [ep 12]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XoGRhPPOIoU/sddefault.jpg)
Bikini photoshoot on boat in the Bahamas! behind the scenes [ep 12]
Join me this week as Yellow the Label join me to shoot for their FIRST swimwear line! We capture the beauty of the Bahamas and what it can offer while showing a little bit of what goes into getting content! https://yllwthelabel.com/collections/swim &...![A glimpse of one of my favorite islands! Sailing, freediving, bartending, & parents arrive! [ep 13]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ITDijK_nH2M/sddefault.jpg)
A glimpse of one of my favorite islands! Sailing, freediving, bartending, & parents arrive! [ep 13]
This week I leave Nassau and arrive at one of my favorite islands in the Bahamas to spend time with family! Join me as we do some freediving, sailing, see some turtles mate, and have a last-minute bartending experience! ... And summer wouldn't start out ri...![Squalls, Swimming Pigs, & Sailing to parents 25th anniversary [ep 14]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4OIKuYjPWco/maxresdefault.jpg)
Squalls, Swimming Pigs, & Sailing to parents 25th anniversary [ep 14]
This is a special one! I am able to make my way south to celebrate my parent's 25th anniversary with them!! I face quite a few squalls and unpredictable weather but also get a few gorgeous days. My brother and I create a rope swing and then he almost gets ...![GIRL SOLO-sailing; 2 raw & real days on a 51′ sailboat with DOLPHINS! [ep 15]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gsVVXtGATMc/sddefault.jpg)
GIRL SOLO-sailing; 2 raw & real days on a 51′ sailboat with DOLPHINS! [ep 15]
You asked for it, and here it is! A more in-depth view of what it looks like for me to sail single-handed! I spend two days to 90 nautical miles solo. I hand-steer the whole day 1 and get autopilot working day 2. OH! and dolphins show up!! I hope you enjoy...
HOW IM LIVING MY DREAM; 23yr old FEMALE SOLO-Sailor, Freedive Instructor, Captain & Marine Biologist
Y'all have asked, and here it is! I dive into my childhood and go into detail about WHY the Bahamas, my experience, my passions, and my mission!! Why did I choose marine biology? How did I become comfortable with boats? What led me to the Bahamas? Why a mo...![2 GIRLS & a sailboat; freediving, sunsets, & repeat [ep 16]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pa_yByvrUX8/sddefault.jpg)
2 GIRLS & a sailboat; freediving, sunsets, & repeat [ep 16]
This week, Taylor gets onboard and will be making Soul de La Mar her home for a month! We sail to a few different anchorages, tons of diving, some fresh caught fish, wine, sunsets, and getting charter-ready! Ben and Shea join us as we go to Andros and we e...![How MUCH?!? Freediving, sharks, whales + the ENGINE [ep 17]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GonvLWpYytE/maxresdefault.jpg)
How MUCH?!? Freediving, sharks, whales + the ENGINE [ep 17]
“Get in the dinghy” and “feisty shark” became the joke of the trip, find out why! Ben and Shea are guests for 5 days. We made it to Andros in the last video. Join us for a few days in Andros. Shea completes her PADI freediving certification, sees ...![Fresh ceviche & beautiful coral reefs; perfect ending to a great week in the Bahamas! [ep 18]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wvKX2ANSTiQ/sddefault.jpg)
Fresh ceviche & beautiful coral reefs; perfect ending to a great week in the Bahamas! [ep 18]
Ben and Shea leave us this week; but not after exploring the area a little bit! We go snorkeling, visit the statue, do some deep bluewater dives, jump in crystal clear water, and I prepare some ceviche from a Cero Mackerel! Become a Patron! Access to exc...![How to wait out a tropical storm?! Sail to shelter, provisioning, boat projects, & wine [ep 19]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hJl1-Co5UGg/sddefault.jpg)
How to wait out a tropical storm?! Sail to shelter, provisioning, boat projects, & wine [ep 19]
This week we take shelter from tropical depression Alex/Agatha. We move to different bays, get some groceries to prepare for our next adventure, do some boat projects, and hang out while we wait for it to pass! Become a Patron! Access to exclusive conten...![Girls take on a new island; what could go WRONG? [ep 20]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7cexHiRl0S4/sddefault.jpg)
Girls take on a new island; what could go WRONG? [ep 20]
This week we leave Nassau and sail to Spanish Wells, an island I hadn't been to in a few years! We experience some squalls, see some dolphins, explore a bit, and run the dinghy aground! Become a Patron! Access to exclusive content (including extra Mako c...![Typical boat life! Ocean showers, dolphins, & bar DANCING! [ep 21]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4-kWiMzo6Bg/sddefault.jpg)
Typical boat life! Ocean showers, dolphins, & bar DANCING! [ep 21]
This week is a pretty typical boat life week. We do some exploring, find some dolphins, catch flies, and take a fun trip to town! Stream2Sea.com code: “laurenalanders” Become a Patron! Access to exclusive content (including extra Mako content) and liv...![What do we do ?!?! THIS tookover the BOAT [ep 22]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0owhJ4FlAjw/maxresdefault.jpg)
What do we do ?!?! THIS tookover the BOAT [ep 22]
This has probably been one of the most comical days on the boat... and I STILL laugh looking back at it. I hope you enjoy it and can have a laugh with us! Become a Patron! Access to exclusive content (including extra Mako content) and livestreams https:/...![GIRL saves brand new ENGINE!! How to save an engine with water in it?! [ep 23]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bHhPuhtZK7U/maxresdefault.jpg)
GIRL saves brand new ENGINE!! How to save an engine with water in it?! [ep 23]
I was really looking forward to a night sail... but the engine had other ideas. My brand new engine from May has struggled to start quite a few times in the past few months; however, Sunpower Diesel pushed it off and didn't respond. Now I have another big ...![The girls made it!! Bahamas Island Hopping [ep 24]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/npAaKGpVNlM/sddefault.jpg)
The girls made it!! Bahamas Island Hopping [ep 24]
After saving the engine, we leave Spanish Wells after spending a few weeks there! Today we get to cross with beautiful, flat ocean conditions and even see some marine life!! We also experience some trouble close to Nassau, but make it to anchor safely in t...![Can the GIRLS get it done?? [ep 25]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/74XJg1qoyv0/sddefault.jpg)
Can the GIRLS get it done?? [ep 25]
Join Taylor and I to see if we can attempt all the chores in only a few hours so we can move to a nice bay!! Also... Mako creates a little bit of havoc after we move. Coffee: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1874424&u=3110145&m=110103&urllink=&...![Freediving with SHARKS + Girls night!! [ep 26]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iHSWbWUYaJo/maxresdefault.jpg)
Freediving with SHARKS + Girls night!! [ep 26]
We finally get some water time! And its with sharks!! Spend some time underwater with me this episode; from freediving with sharks to enjoying all the beauty the Bahamas has to offer. We also celebrate Taylor's last night onboard of her month-long stay. ...![Stuck in paradise! [ep 27]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vof4adbwaFs/sddefault.jpg)
Stuck in paradise! [ep 27]
Saying bye to Taylor and prepping for charter, but we end up staying put. Join me and my crew for the week as we make the most of some more engine issues. Salt Life Apparel (free shipping): https://www.pjatr.com/t/R0JJTUlNSUdCR0pIRkhNQktNS0hM Become a P...![Can SHE fix it?? Girl takes apart her ENGINE *again* [ep 28]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i7o317Yguh8/sddefault.jpg)
Can SHE fix it?? Girl takes apart her ENGINE *again* [ep 28]
Go to https://athleticgreens.com/laurenlanders to get started on your first purchase and receive a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3 + K2 and 5 travel packs. Thank you to Athletic Greens for sponsoring today’s video! My last charter just ended and now it...![Projects + waiting; RAW & REAL liveaboard life [ep 29]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VcfBlxZ3di0/maxresdefault.jpg)
Projects + waiting; RAW & REAL liveaboard life [ep 29]
Get Surfshark VPN at https://surfshark.deals/SouldeLaMar - Enter promo code SouldeLaMar for 83% off and 3 extra months free! Become a Patron! Access to exclusive content (including extra Mako content) and livestreams https://www.patreon.com/laurenlanders...![A GIRL SOLO-sailing; what really goes into it?! [ep 30]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1GYNF1LhiWk/maxresdefault.jpg)
A GIRL SOLO-sailing; what really goes into it?! [ep 30]
Finally leaving!!! engine is [hopefully] fixed and I can start to make my way south!! Become a Patron! Access to exclusive content (including extra Mako content) and livestreams https://www.patreon.com/laurenlanders Paypal: paypal.me/souldelamar Venmo: v...![A girl’s typical island life; sailing, and charter prep [ ep 31]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mPeaGcNGzyw/maxresdefault.jpg)
A girl’s typical island life; sailing, and charter prep [ ep 31]
Get Aleader shoes here: https://www.aleadergear.com/discount/LL15 This week, Allie, with Samudra, jumps on the boat to start 3 months of retreats! We finish some last-minute chores and sail to the next island to begin preparing for our guests. Become a...![Life aboard a sailboat in the Bahamas; freediving + breathwork retreat [ep 32]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7FVSfY-NGQQ/maxresdefault.jpg)
Life aboard a sailboat in the Bahamas; freediving + breathwork retreat [ep 32]
One of many Samudra (samudraflow.com) x Soul de La Mar freediving + yoga + breathwork retreats in the Bahamas finally begins! Join us for a week of prep, freediving, breathwork on the bow, spearfishing, and a visit to Dean's Blue Hole! Become a Patron! A...![Girls exploring southern Bahamas; freediving, mangroves, and Dean’s Blue hole! [ep 33]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CCSuphCDEM4/maxresdefault.jpg)
Girls exploring southern Bahamas; freediving, mangroves, and Dean’s Blue hole! [ep 33]
It is the second retreat of Soul de La Mar x Samudra! It happens to be all girls; join us for a few days of freedive training, yoga, more sharks, and another visit to the blue hole! We also have some friends suprise visit us and we take a trip to explore s...![Girls, sailing, & anchor mishaps [ep 34]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rRArzg6Vb2c/maxresdefault.jpg)
Girls, sailing, & anchor mishaps [ep 34]
The second yoga & breathwork + freediving retreat ended and we sailed around the island to the next bay that we end up calling home for a while. Four girls sail 80 nm, lose an anchor, and almost break away from their anchorage. Become a Patron! Acces...
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