Exploring the Blue Lagoon Island in the Western Group of Fiji on a Vintage Sailboat

[@eddieseachord4985]

Diagnosed with end stage renal failure four months ago at the age of 45. 20 years a Surgical Tech, the funnest job in the medical field.. Dialysis every other day for four hours a day. Your videos have become my day dreams. Thank you for the adventure. ✌️🌎⛵️

[@TheCmullerj]

Sorry I only see this post now, is all well still?

[@Lost_AtSea_]

If I was to listen to anyone tell me to fallow my dreams, it would be you. Your words have the most impact because you started fallowing your dreams with no money, like most of us. And eventually made them come true! Your a true inspiration man thanks.

[@akromafia]

7:30 - absolutely hilarious moment. Pissed myself laughing. And real - I had this exact moment last week cleaning years of neglect from my bilge on a rolly mooring 🤢. Thanks for this well needed dose of motivation. And no, I won’t be telling you to FO 😂

[@eKzxIKraZe1]

The "follow your dreams" bit really hit hard, at how kinda shit it can be. I am in the beginning stages with a 32ft boat that when out i wrecked the engine and have to replace with a new one. I cried, first time in years at the frustration and inner shame at the feeling that I was a failure and didn't know what I was doing. (An idiot for buying a sailboat, what am I doing, yadda yadda yadda). Something you also said in one of your previous video's is: "Front-loading the pain" and that stuck with me. It takes one hell of a lot of work, pain, frustration and self-doubt to get to the glory and I wish that was more obvious sometimes for those of us chasing the dream. Yourself and a very few other channels are an inspiration to us small boat owners trying to do it ourselves.

[@ianwilson8410]

Keep on it! I’m on a 36’ footer just learning to sail at 65. Keep on it, Bro!

[@Chungus_Connoisseur]

This channel is wonderful. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@neilrush659]

Second that Austin. Easily my favourite channel, James just has that knack for bringing you right there in the place and you're feeling it!!

[@SYHOZHO]

Love the little informational part of the video about you pulling the motor, thanks for reminding us that if we are chasing our dreams it won’t be easy you are 100% right. Loved the video James. Thanks for the bit of freedom

[@ianwilson8410]

Keep pushing “Follow your dream, James!” It’s never too late. I’m 65 and learning to sail aboard my ‘88 Catalina 36.

[@charles.neuman18]

I'm getting up there in age and sometimes worry about when it's too late. I guess it's not too late until it's too late, so why worry about it now.

[@djlyonol]

Hi! I've been following you for a while now and this video hit me hard indeed! I travelled around the world with my motorcycle from 2018 to 2020. I recalled the same memories of putting it apart to understand how it's made and learn to repair it, being covered in grease and mud. And then came the good times on beaches in Australia or Central America... It's fascinating that most people look at the end result without considering the hard work that's required upfront. I've been contemplating the idea of sailing too, and this video is a reminder that nothing is impossible if you put your heart in it. So thank you for this, keep going and fair winds!

[@sailingoctopot]

Follow your dream. Yup, that message came at about the right time. My plans have stalled and I long for the day I can sail somewhere warmer than Inverness, Scotland. Knowing that You were once where I am now helps. Thanks. Long may you continue to follow your dream.

[@marcusdell7420]

Am enjoying following your adventures immensely James ... your easy going relaxed nature is so fitting of the places your visiting. Appreciate the tips/tricks/info you share and will be following in your footsteps in a cpl years, will toast you when were there.

[@yassinecherite4046]

❤❤ so beautiful amazing beach amazing travel ocean 🥰😍🐋⛵🏖

[@jims5338]

Thanks for the encouragement for those of us still "grinding it out in the trenches" that the most important days in following your dreams are the gritty ones!

[@seanmolony-redstickastro238]

Monday morning made better once again by receiving your video. Thanks for that. Peace and great traveling Sean

[@michaelschneider2874]

I am a 77 YO Sailor with Serious lower back problems . And SOOO Envious of You . Thank You !

[@james2398]

I first started watching your channel when you were pulling that motor out of your boat and that was when you were with kamile and her dog.....i love your videos and throw them I get to see places i will probably never see in my lifetime....⛵⛵

[@CDSLU2013]

James!! I’m addicted to your channel brother. I’d love to be able to sail like this. Watching in 🇩🇪

[@trevoriv5288]

excellent to see this episode, so happy for you to be getting the pay off for following your dreams and the landscape looks like a dream! it was a well timed message for me to hear as although i follow mine to, its a little hard and up and down at the moment

[@johnwagner9192]

James, thanks for sharing all of your adventures with us. It lets me see parts of the world I probably never will and your videos make me feel like I'm right there with you.

[@TheCmullerj]

I know i will never see sea such things in my planet life on earth, thank you for making it a reality on what you do! Bless your soul

[@SailorJames]

🙏🏻

[@WayneBloomfield-wz6ry]

Keep on those travels James,,,,awesum,,,encouraging,,,,u give all peeps hope of doin there passions,,, much respect blooms..nz

[@freemanletloose]

once our 32ft 2018 motorhome sells we getting a trawler 43 ft or so. dont let anybody tell you that you cant. had to see my own country first before visiting others. thanks for putting up awesome videos.

[@darrylosborn511]

I love watching this. I'm always waiting for the next video. Your so lucky .

[@DirkJacobsz]

James - great man great - please keep up the "Follow Your Dreams" huh - you have to do the hard yards to follow your dreams - or they ain't a dream - just a wish. You did the hard yards - you paid your dues - every passage I have made - Neptune has asked me for my dues - there is always a portion of the passage that Neptune asks - are ya willing to pay the Ferryman...there has to be a fair exchange - love your work.

[@transcenduas2375]

Hey James, I discovered your channel about a month ago and I can't get enough. We vacationed in Tahiti recently from March 30th-April 7th. It's awesome to see that we were in the same location just about a month apart. I loved Mo'orea but man that humidity was too much for me. Keep putting out your amazing videos. I'm from the Los Angeles area as well =).

[@cs8327]

Have to say, you are truly inspirational. I have been watching from the beginning and have to say, your story is amazing. Thank you for producing these amazing videos. Peace and safe travels.

[@MTDucas]

such cool views from the high point

[@d5mcfall]

I'd be interested to hear about the more technical parts of your rig- like why you've made certain choices running line, sail types and reefing setup, wind vane, etc. And if you were to rewind the clock, how would you outfit your boat differently. Anyway, thanks for the great content

[@SailorJames]

I have tons of project videos and a deck tour video. I wouldn’t change a single thing I have done on my refit

[@davidcleveland7085]

Love the channel and the content. Appreciate you being real about the struggles to get to the point you’re at. So many channels never talk about that. Very authentic.

[@SailorJames]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@adventuresinbasicreality219]

I like the part where you got real about following your dreams a nice light hearted take on a not so easily started journey I love your videos man keep it up 👍🏼

[@John_Long]

Beautiful little island! Was surprised how big it looked from the high point! Too bad there wasn't more to see snorkeling but I'm sure there will be plenty to see ahead! Looking forward to the next one. May fair winds be with you my friend! 🌬⛵

[@thomascustomsfabrication4565]

One of the reasons why I love your channel, you capture the essence and beauty of your travels. That’s shop as you walked up the hill and captured the view of the waters and their beautiful colors. Safe travels

[@Gordan1962]

Danke!

[@edwardh2444]

Great video again James, we like to pull up google maps with the satellite layer and see if we can identify the exact places that you are at. We think you were near 'Lo's Tea House'. Looking fwd to the next video adventure!

[@mottkr1]

Thanks!

[@maryjnorwood3962]

Perfect. Thank you, James. 😎❤️😎❤️😎

[@pete5930]

Happy belated Birthday James. Enjoy! :)

[@josephreis2274]

James just amazing all the best thank you for sharing your dreams. God bless

[@cosmodog4845]

The scenery and colours James are fantastic.

[@calebbones1888]

Went up through that way on my honeymoon . Was in the fiercest storm at sea. was in a 25foot boat. My wife was pregnant at the time. We visited that backpackers “Davids place” ? Love your adventures! Bonesy

[@hectortheroix]

I loved this video. You are a fabulous human being. Thank you so much for sharing such splendid images with us! Greetings from Paris 🇫🇷 👋

[@alexandramorkin400]

Brilliant natural colours and setting. Keep living your dream😉

[@neilrush659]

Another wonderful film James, man the more I see the more I want to be there, but as you said to me one time, it'll be there when I'm ready, great words of wisdom.! Anyhow, safe travels friend and sending you good energy. 😊

[@tomatomate45]

So cool James, thanks for sharing your thoughts and videos! Really love watching them, my fav thing after coming come from work! ❤

[@davidfrederick9187]

Great episode, Bro! Dream following is hard work.

[@chaunceywilliams8405]

That backside island walk reminded me of cat harbor. The foliage was so similar. As always James thanks for the journey.

[@karibakid]

Like your shirt also great to listen you go well and safe sailing from Vung Tau Vietnam

[@markmurton7837]

James - Enjoying and learning from your refit videos - really helpful and informative! In a video you posted shortly after you purchased Triteia you mentioned the A30 was one of a few boats on your short list. What were the others? Thanks and keep up the great work!!

[@gabeduran7523]

Love ya bud. Cant wait to see you again back here in Cali!

[@SailorJames]

Love you dude, hope you get that beautiful Honda running

[@ThePinkfloyd51]

What a treat it is to see a notification for a new video from you James!

[@MikeSantis]

Beautiful island James. Enjoying watching you living your dream. Working on it my self here

[@31pu]

eating ice cream on a beach in the south pacific!! hell yeah!!!!

[@xealen2166]

what you said about following your dreams is so true! I really want to own a small plane and explore world by flying it! I'm 23 and just completed obtaining my pilots license, everyone around me is telling me you need to save for a house or whatever. Screw that I want a plane!

[@lordwarden3007]

Love this channel ❤

[@oogabooga590]

Again a beautiful episode. Many thanks. Much love.

[@Gordan1962]

love your chanel James,

[@corysimp]

Keep hustlin, hustler! Loved this one

[@mc6212]

Dude is that a Psychic TV shirt? Rad. Love em

[@SailorJames]

Yep yep , Live in Tokyo

[@Adventurecantwait]

Great video.

[@madiw]

Thanks for sharing 💜

[@rolyoly100]

Love that shirt! I want one

[@henryk8253]

James, how is induction cooktop working out for you after 1 year of use? Is there anything you would like to change, modify etc?

[@SailorJames]

The galley has been incredible. Nothing I would change but I do wish I had room for more solar, I am added a wind generator because once out of the tropics it’s harder to keep the batteries topped up with weeks of storms

[@SouthernCross75]

Just discovered your channel. You are awesome 😎

[@papilloncycles3463]

Beautiful journey, you eating ice cream on a tropical beach!

[@jimfox4145]

what type of camera do you use jim

[@swirledworld340]

Was gonna say looks similar to the USVI cays

[@SVPachanga]

Great videos James can I ask why you attach a fender on your anchor chain? Happy sailing

[@SailorJames]

It was a Pearl Buoy for floating the chain… www.cruisingworld.com/how-to/hands-on-sailor-floating-your-anchor-chain/

[@troymorris7511]

Hello from Wollongong Australia James. Enjoying all the content. Keep safe out there. What part of Australia U be stopping at???. Be good to meet U.

[@SailorJasonTaylor]

It was when I was elbow deep in blue liquid and the previous owners very used beer, as the old head crumbled to pieces as I lifted it out, that I debated on if my dreams were actually worth following. I still think they are.

[@victorfontaine4943]

I was waiting for him to say that ice cream bar tastes like broccoli 🥦 Just the look of confusion on his face would have been priceless…😂

[@johnwright291]

So glad to see you were able to keep your head in these trying times James. Pun intended. Be careful. You don't want to follow in Paul Gauguin's foot steps.

[@DaveJonesRocks27]

Need some more night time shots my guy! Love watching the long journeys keep up the good work stay positive and stay safe and aware!

[@SailorJames]

Cruisers go to sleep at 9pm and there is nothing but blackness to film at night.

[@DaveJonesRocks27]

@Sailing Triteia yeah but makes it feel like brining the audience with you more ..just imo is all

[@Dea8769]

I wanna go

[@nxxdefiant]

One your most relaxing videos. Great choice of music towards the end of the video.. Thanks for the content

[@charles.neuman18]

Nice commentary on "follow your dreams". I hear ya. I'll have to sell the dream carefully to my wife to make it happen. That may be my greasy motor.

[@AZ-vt7dt]

You're never"immune" from the bad-shit.....dreams turn to nightmares quickly. But nightmares can quickly turn to sweet dreams too. I remember you pulling that motor...

[@bugbunny1306]

I'd like to see an in depth video on your anchoring technique no pun intended, all tackle, attachments, strengths weights, buoyancy and what you like and what you would change.

[@SailorJames]

I have a simple anchoring video on my channel, might do a longer one at some point. I wouldn’t change anything about my anchoring set up other than maybe add an electric windlass only because I worry that if I hurt my back or broke an arm it would be very hard to haul up being solo.

[@davidwinter1379]

What does the float do on your anchor chain?

[@SailorJames]

www.cruisingworld.com/how-to/hands-on-sailor-floating-your-anchor-chain/

[@willyum1208]

I see you made it to New Zealand congrats, why do most circumnavigators go south to new Zealand and not west to Australia during cyclone season? A rough ride in the wrong direction (if going to Torres Strait).

[@SailorJames]

Because they want to see New Zealand.

[@MKokruok1]

✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Remembering you swinging the Iron Genny from your mast and expecting you to be crushed. High anxiety video 😅.

[@sailingtrilleen]

Looking forward to your passage out of the cyclone zone. - which I know will have happened by now.

[@berlymahn]

well....ya know the tune: Row row (sail) row your boat Gently down the stream Merrily merrily merrily merrily Life is but a dream "Follow your dream"..... yeah, all the journey is a dream. Wave to a fish for me. Thnx

[@Dennis-eq9ou]

James Really enjoy your channel but was wondering if you get lonely. I have always enjoyed sharing my adventures with someone else. Somehow talking to a camera doesn’t seem the same to me, but I’m 78 years old and life is different now. Fare Winds😊

[@SailorJames]

Yes I get lonely sometimes, I did not choose to be single but am perfectly happy with my own company. The camera is just a camera and a way for me to share things, so no it is not “company”

[@whiuwaata3468]

If you get to NZ and want to meet locals holla. We're in far north east coast.

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi James, exactly right and follow your dreams. I was following my dreams and then I had a major truck accident lost my leg above the knee brain damage. Fractured skull, 550 mm of my back fused up with two titanium rods, 15 multiple broke in my ribs my left lung exploded keyhole surgery to fix it up. Six blood clots in it 7 operations to try to save my leg Last operation to remove it my hand was under a truck wheel for one and a half hours. They were going to cut my fingers off. I was in a coma for one day short of a month died three times in hospital for four months 1weeks and one days , But other than that, I’m okay , I was that driving the car within seven months and back riding a motorbike can-am ryker Within three years, so life’s good like you said, just follow your dreams

[@josephreis2274]

All the best friend your words mean a lot to many people. God bless

[@2ndPrize]

"Nice goatee."😆

[@amandashaw1977]

Badass shirt

[@whiuwaata3468]

In spring one plants alone, but the fruits will come. H

[@KristiesLexicon]

Apparently the ocean is becoming more acidic, another thing that is killing coral. Thanks for another relaxing video.

[@DirkJacobsz]

So how does that work - when 11 miles away coral is beautiful and growing ???

[@AvocatDude]

I wonder if you ever fish for fresh fish dinners. Never seen you fishing.

[@SailorJames]

You can’t fish inside the lagoons of the South Pacific because of the risk of ciguatera poisoning

[@antandshell]

You're a rich man. ❤

[@phillipobrien7365]

In "follow your dream" you forgot to mention itchy fucking fiberglass dust, that stays with you for days and weeks.

[@ishontz]

Witnessing your dreams with you bro

[@inokekoroi1289]

There are No saltwater crocs in Fiji

[@SailorJames]

Look it up

[@tallboots2222]

Who is “we”?

[@SailorJames]

Historically speaking “We” is a ship and her captain

[@rootbox]

Always tasty music at appropriate volume and usage. I'm frequently disappointed in humans/? regarding dead coral and lack of marine life in places that there is supposed to be an abundance. Scary....speaking of - Salt Water Crocs!!!!

[@arnehaieschild343]

The orange string plant is dodder.. .a parasitic nightmare...

[@SailorJames]

Thanks for posting the name, I could see it being a nightmare

[@sandyestabrook3898]

James, A couple friendly suggestions. 1) Panning - size to side motion is too fast and 2) get your self a stabilizer app to stop the bouncing when you walk. Otherwise beautiful;

[@SailorJames]

I will keep making films how I want to make them

[@MOSSFEEN]

Follow your Dreams Oh I wish it was that easy Id have to sell the House, Car Oh and The Wife 🤣

[@anguillaanguila7255]

haha follow your dreams

[@rodobrien3488]

this island was a bit of a let down James it looked half dead its also covered in chemtrails to probably why it looks so dead the trails have killed nilly all of our forests here in oz were i live.

[@robertspies4695]

guess again

[@rodobrien3488]

@@robertspies4695 You sound vaccinated.

[@jaysummers9396]

Hahaha, oh dear, you clearly don't understand very basic chemistry. The chemtrails hypothesis is literally chemically impossible, why? Because barium and strontium specifically, react with water and heat to produce hydrogen gas, obviously you cannot have hydrogen gas anywhere near a jet aircraft, nanoparticles of aluminium combust above 600°c, a vastly lower temperature than the exhaust heat of a jet engine. Literally every single "chemtrails" argument can be very easily proven false.