Sailing the Canary Islands: Our Final Stop — And What Comes Next

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 17:13:34 +0000

This episode marks the end of our Canary Islands chapter — for now. After sailing through the archipelago, we arrive on El Hierro, the westernmost island of the Canaries and our final destination before pressing pause. From the marina in La Estaca, we set out to explore two more places that feel important to share. We travel south to La Restinga, a small fishing village. A place where celebration, tradition, and global realities meet. We also visit El Julan in the Valle de El Julan, one of the island’s most important pre-Hispanic sites, offering a quiet glimpse into El Hierro’s deep history. Along the way, this episode reflects on perspective, privilege, and how traveling by sailboat can shift the way we see our own challenges.

I am Nike, a former solo sailing woman who is currently sailing with my partner on his sailboat, a Hallberg Rassy. I document our journey as we continue sailing the Canary Islands and beyond. My videos share real sailing stories — the beauty, the doubts, the logistics, and the emotional side of sailing full time. Untie The Lines is for those who are curious about sailboat travel, the sailing lifestyle, and alternative ways of living that prioritize connection, simplicity, and presence over speed and certainty. Whether you dream of sailing the world one day, or simply enjoy thoughtful travel stories from the water, you’re very welcome here.

UNTIE THE LINES Season 8 Episode 34 (S8E34)

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Along the way, I became an ocean conservation activist with In Mocean, stumbled across my dog Boga, and discovered the joys and challenges of sailing with a dog. Now, I’m exploring a new chapter, having jumped aboard my partner’s Hallberg Rassy Rasmus with Boga and his Australian Kelpie, Jango. Together, we face the unique dynamics and challenges of sailing as a couple, balancing off-grid life, sustainable sailing, and the demands of long-term cruising.

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