What kind of boat is Sam Holmes currently sailing?

As of May 2026, Sam is sailing a high-performance 43ft Schionning custom catamaran, which he purchased in Malaysia in 2025.

Where is Sam Holmes Sailing currently located?

Sam is currently cruising Southeast Asia, with recent locations in Phuket, Thailand, and the Andaman Islands of India.

How does Sam Holmes afford his sailing lifestyle?

The journey is funded by a dedicated Patreon community, YouTube ad revenue, and technical technical consulting.

Does Sam Holmes have a medical condition?

Yes, Sam has documented his journey with ulcerative colitis and a permanent ostomy bag, using his platform to empower others with similar conditions.

What happened to Sam's Cape Dory 28, Pickled Herring?

Sam sold 'Pickled Herring' in early 2025 after completing his Svalbard and Mediterranean voyages to fund the transition to his performance catamaran.

What is Sam's 2026 mission?

His current mission is a technical refit of his catamaran in Thailand and exploring the remote outposts of the Indian Ocean toward Australia.

Sam Holmes Sailing

Conditions deteriorate after a bow line snaps in the middle of the night

A mission for beer turns into an adventure If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing [email protected]

Jan 17, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:00

Sam Holmes Sailing

Solo Sailing into the Bay of Kotor

I sail further into the bay of kotor and visit the lady of the lake church and the fort along the walls of kotor. Montenegro video submarine pens and saxophone caves If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: ...

Jan 12, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:37

Sam Holmes Sailing

Exploring an abandoned submarine pen in Montenegro

I sailed further into Montenegro. Visiting a blue cave with great acoustics for playing the saxophone. Then I find an abandoned submarine pen in the bay of Kator. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bi...

Jan 08, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:07

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing to more beautiful places in Montenegro

Sailing from bar to Sveti Nikola and Budva. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing [email protected]...

Jan 04, 2024
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:24

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing to Montenegro

I sail from Albania to Montenegro, check into the country and explore bar. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSaili...

Dec 31, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:24

Sam Holmes Sailing

The finale of my Albanian sailing trilogy and my best drone footage at this cool place.

A worthwhile final stop in Albania. I sail a few miles up the coast and stop at a castle and fly my drone around and go for a hike. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr...

Dec 27, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:12:51

Sam Holmes Sailing

Solo sailing the Albania coast with a giant pizza that lasted me three days.

Dec 23, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:06

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing up the Albanian Riviera

We sail the Albanian Riviera, see a star-link satellite, find a turtle and ride in a hydrofoil ferry. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me o...

Dec 19, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:28:38

Sam Holmes Sailing

Corfu. Sailing in paradise

Sailing to Corfu If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing [email protected]

Dec 16, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:59

Sam Holmes Sailing

A 200nm solo Sailing trip off the coast of Greece

A 200nm solo Sailing trip off the coast of Greece If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing samholmessailing@gmai...

Dec 11, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:20:28

Sam Holmes Sailing

Realigning the engine offshore

A sailing adventure becalmed for multiple days. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing samholmessailing@gmail...

Dec 06, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:08

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing to turkey and an ancient town

I stop in Turkey for one day and visit an ancient Greek city. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to buy me a drink, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing samholmessailing@gmail....

Dec 02, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:10

Sam Holmes Sailing

Checking out from Kos

Join Sam Holmes in this episode as he navigates both the relentless wind and bureaucratic hurdles during a solo sailing expedition through Greek and Turkish waters, from Kos, Greece to Turkey.

Nov 26, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:19:53

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing to the most active volcano in Greece 🌋

I sail to Santorini and explore the islands If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing [email protected]

Nov 22, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:15

Sam Holmes Sailing

The best sailing in Greece!

Sailing around Greece and exploring some sea caves. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing samholmessailing@g...

Nov 18, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:32

Sam Holmes Sailing

Sailing lightning storm to Greek island paradise

Embark on a thrilling sailing adventure with Sam Holmes where winds shift unpredictably, winches seize, and storms challenge resilience. Follow the sailor's quest for the perfect anchorage amid 40-knot gales.

Nov 14, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:27

Sam Holmes Sailing

Rare Mediterranean white whale sighting while sailing in Greece.

If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing [email protected]

Nov 10, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:42

Sam Holmes Sailing

Enduring bureaucracy to sail with sea turtles

I sail to Argostoli for another attempt at checking into greece. Exploring the town and do a little wing foiling. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c ...

Nov 02, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:02

Sam Holmes Sailing

How I make the best soda water on my boat

Someone asked how I make soda water so I decided to try making my first youtube short about it Amazon affiliate links* Big CO2 tank Regulator hose and ball lock fittings Ball lock water bottle caps

Oct 28, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:52

Sam Holmes Sailing

4 day solo passage to the Greek town of Vasiliki 🇬🇷 & sailing cats with ⁠@JoyriderTV

I sail across the Ionian sea to Greece with a few days of light wind. Joes channel @JoyriderTV If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on insta...

Oct 26, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:44:15

Sam Holmes Sailing

A long solo sailing passage to Syracuse Sicily

Sailing from Gozo Malta to Syracuse Italy. Light winds try to derail my trip but my new sails make the trip more enjoyable. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njl...

Oct 21, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:15

Sam Holmes Sailing

How to make your boat sail better

The follow up to my beginners how to sail video. Whisker pole, boom preventer, reefing, heave-to, weather helm, lee helm and center of effort. If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat...

Oct 17, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:26:10

Sam Holmes Sailing

Relaunching Pickle and trying out the new sails in Malta. @rollytaskersails-group990

We relaunch Pickled Herring at the boatyard in Malta. I get to try the new sails for the first time and they’re amazing. I sail halfway around the country to anchorages in Camino and Gozo. If you’d like to help make these videos possible, or buy me a drink links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are b...

Oct 13, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:07

Sam Holmes Sailing

Fixing my mangled propeller and installing new sails in Malta 🇲🇹 🔧

Fixing the propeller and putting the new sails on If you’re enjoying the videos and would like to help make these videos possible, links for venmo, patreon, or paypal are below: Bitcoin: bc1q23xsnagqat94tcu6tr40zcj504njlzqq2hg39c Follow me on instagram @SamHolmesSailing samholmessailing@gmail...

Oct 04, 2023
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:27:51

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Watch Sam Holmes Sailing's Latest Videos

Conditions deteriorate after a bow line snaps in the middle of the night

Solo Sailing into the Bay of Kotor

Exploring an abandoned submarine pen in Montenegro

Sailing to more beautiful places in Montenegro

Sailing to Montenegro

The finale of my Albanian sailing trilogy and my best drone footage at this cool place.

Solo sailing the Albania coast with a giant pizza that lasted me three days.

Sailing up the Albanian Riviera

Corfu. Sailing in paradise

A 200nm solo Sailing trip off the coast of Greece

Realigning the engine offshore

Sailing to turkey and an ancient town

Checking out from Kos

Sailing to the most active volcano in Greece 🌋

The best sailing in Greece!

Sailing lightning storm to Greek island paradise

Rare Mediterranean white whale sighting while sailing in Greece.

Enduring bureaucracy to sail with sea turtles

How I make the best soda water on my boat

4 day solo passage to the Greek town of Vasiliki 🇬🇷 & sailing cats with ⁠@JoyriderTV

A long solo sailing passage to Syracuse Sicily

How to make your boat sail better

Relaunching Pickle and trying out the new sails in Malta. @rollytaskersails-group990

Fixing my mangled propeller and installing new sails in Malta 🇲🇹 🔧

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