I’m officially on the hunt for the boat that will take me around the world. In this episode, I visit three possible contenders for the Golden Globe Race — each one with its own story, quirks, and surprises. From full-keel classics to boats that might need more love than I can give, I’m trying to figure out what makes the perfect GGR boat. Spoiler: it’s not an easy decision. Which boat would you pick? ⚓ Life on the Showgirl is my journey toward one of the toughest solo sailing races on the planet: the Golden Globe Race — sailed solo, non-stop, and without modern technology. Follow along as I learn, prepare, and chase a dream that feels bigger than me.

This is the story of how it all started. Why I decided to sign up for what might be the toughest sailing race in the world - the Golden Globe Race 2026. After spending years on Sailing Ripple Effect, I started to feel lost - so lost that I needed to do something big. And what better than to start another great adventure.

Hi! I am Mara and it is a pleasure to meet you. Welcome to my series "Life on the Showgirl" Here I will take you on the full journey from when I decided to sign up for the Golden Globe race, to finding a boat and learning to sail solo,. I will share all the ups and downs, the hows and whys. If you have ever been curious about what it takes to sail around the world, this is the channel for you.