Sailing Zola’s story includes Banner Sullivan, Nellie Cronen and a Beneteau Oceanis 39. This profile covers the sailing chapter and the changes in direction discussed by the channel.
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The people behind Sailing Zola
Banner Sullivan and Nellie Cronen feature in the sailing chapter of Zola’s story.
Boats and projects
This section covers boats and projects described in the channel’s history; it is not a current ownership register.
They’re sailing with a 2006 Beneteau Oceanis 39.
They have upgraded their yacht with:
- B&G Chartplotter
- Microwave
They have 3 cabins and 2 heads.
Another account of an older boat and its projects is Sailing Miss Lone Star.
Journeys and notable episodes
Where have they explored since buying their yacht? So far…
- The United States
- Bahamas
- Dominican Republic
The plan is to continue sailing for years into the future.
Have you seen them on any other YouTube channels dedicated to cruising? I haven’t, but if you have, please let me know.
They were novices when they started and experienced:
- Dragging anchor for half a mile
- They had a few struggles with their engine
- Nellie left the boat due to family issues
The Bahamas also feature in Lazy Gecko. For a solo sailor’s perspective on boat life, see Lauren Landers.
Income and funding
The channel’s income cannot be established from views or subscriber counts alone. Advertising rates, audience support and commercial agreements vary, while filming, travel and boat expenses affect what is left after costs.
Frequently asked questions
Which boat names feature in the story?
S/V Zola
Which locations does the profile cover?
The journeys covered in this profile include the Bahamas. These are locations from the channel’s earlier story, not a statement of its current position. Check the date of a creator’s update before using it to infer where they are now.
What is known about Sailing Zola’s net worth?
This profile does not have verified financial records establishing a net-worth figure. Earlier estimates based on boat values, views or assumed business income were not supported by sufficient sourcing and have been removed. A vessel’s value alone does not establish its owner’s wealth.
