We Came for the Sailing... We Stayed for the Friendships
We thought sailing around the world would be all about the destinations.
The turquoise lagoons.
The remote islands.
The adventure.
But somewhere along the way, we realized the places weren't what changed us the most.
It was the people.
In this episode, we spend our final days in beautiful Tikehau Atoll before saying goodbye to our friends aboard SV Kaikoa as they continue on toward Tahiti. Along the way, we're reminded that one of the greatest gifts of the cruising lifestyle isn't the places you visit—it's the friendships you build along the way.
If you've ever had to say goodbye to people who became like family, we think this story will resonate with you.
⛵ ABOUT SAILING BIG LOST
We sold everything to pursue a simpler, more intentional life aboard our 44-foot catamaran, Big Lost.
Join us as we sail around the world as a family, sharing both the incredible adventures and the honest realities of choosing a different way of life.
If you enjoy authentic sailing adventures, family travel, and meaningful storytelling, we'd love to have you aboard.
👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE. Your support helps us continue sharing our journey.
🌎 FOLLOW OUR JOURNEY
https://www.instagram.com/sailingbiglost/
https://www.facebook.com/kellydmalone/
🎵 TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@sailingbiglost
🌐 Website
https://www.sailingbiglost.com
❤️ SUPPORT OUR JOURNEY
If you'd like to support our journey, find our favorite gear, shop our Amazon storefront, or become a Patreon member, you'll find everything here:
🌐 https://www.sailingbiglost.com/support-the-journey
00:00 The Hardest Part of This Life
00:13 Hold Fast... and Let Go
00:25 Life in Tikehau
01:08 Spearfishing the Pass
02:17 Leaving the Cut Anchorage
03:19 Exploring the Village
04:24 Another Change of Plans
05:38 The Friendships We'll Never Forget
06:03 Saying Goodbye
06:26 Every Goodbye Makes Room for Another Hello
07:23 Thanks for Watching
#Sailing #FrenchPolynesia #CruisingLife #SailingFamily #Catamaran
Sailing Big Lost
Welcome to Sailing Big Lost ⛵ Follow our family as we leave our old life behind and build a new one at sea. Sailing Big Lost shares the real, unfiltered journey of learning, risking, and growing together aboard our sailing catamaran. From major life decisions and hard lessons to unforgettable places and everyday moments with kids, we show what full-time family cruising actually looks like — the beauty, the chaos, and everything in between. This isn’t just about sailing. It’s about choosing a different life and seeing where it leads. Want to follow along more closely or support the journey? 🌍 Website: https://www.sailingbiglost.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingbiglost 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sailingbiglost ❤️ Support the journey on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Biglost ⛵ Family sailing • Life aboard a catamaran • Cruising adventures
Channel Information:
Social Media Links:
Support Sailing Big Lost
At WeBoating.com, we profoundly acknowledge the unwavering dedication that Sailing Big Lost invests in crafting each and every video or voyage. Their passion for delivering exceptional ocean content shines through every frame, and it's a labor of love that deserves your attention.
We invite you to watch their captivating videos here and actively engage with their content, including their social media links above. Liking, commenting, and sharing their work goes a long way in fueling their creative fire.
We're also inviting you to explore the gear, sponsorships, and boat partnerships highlighted in the "We Came for the Sailing... We Stayed for the Friendships" video description, or directly on YouTube. By engaging with these offerings or purchasing services and items, you directly support Sailing Big Lost, their collaborators, and the brands they're associated with.
To ensure you never miss an offshore update, consider visiting their official YouTube Channel to subscribe, like, and join their community directly.
If you have any feedback, corrections, or additional information about Sailing Big Lost or their videos, please use the comment form below to share your thoughts with us.
Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting the creators we cherish. Your time and support truly matter!
We Came for the Sailing... We Stayed for the Friendships Location
- Archipel des Tuamotu (-19,-142)
Latest Episodes from Sailing Big Lost
Explore the most recent voyages. Subscribe to the channel to never miss an update!
Two Very Different Worlds
Two very different worlds. 🌊🍂 One moment we’re swimming with humpback whales in French Polynesia. The next, we’re back in Idaho, surrounded by fall colors and the wide-open spaces we love. Life aboard our sailing catamaran, Big Lost, couldn’t be more different from life back home. And we love them...
The Hard Parts of Boat Life? We Actually Love Them.
People think these are the hard parts of living on a sailboat. But grocery runs by dinghy, hanging laundry outside, fixing what breaks, and everyone pitching in are actually some of the things we love most. Life aboard our catamaran Big Lost isn’t always easy, but there’s something incredibly satis...
One Last Adventure Before Flying Home 🐋
Before flying home to Idaho for a visit, we had one last adventure in French Polynesia—and it was one we’ll never forget. 🐋 And no, we’re not done sailing! Big Lost is waiting for us back in Tahiti. ⛵️ 🎥 Watch the full episode on our channel to see our incredible day with the whales, why we left B...
We Swam With Humpback Whales… Then Left Our Boat Behind
We’ve had some incredible experiences since moving aboard Big Lost, but this day in Moorea was one we’ll never forget. We headed offshore hoping to find humpback whales—and what followed became one of the most extraordinary days we’ve had together as a family. But while we were soaking in our fina...
A Week Ago, This Was Home
A week ago we were living aboard Big Lost in Moorea, French Polynesia. Now we're back home in Idaho. After months of living aboard our sailboat and crossing the Pacific as a family, life on land suddenly feels a little different. What do you think would feel strangest about coming home? #Sai...