GMIV Isle of Wight crew - Becky Holdstock

Name: Becky Holdstock
Age: 18
Studying: A-Levels at Carisbrooke High School
Voyage: Cairns to Darwin
Highlights: Writing and selling a book about her adventures

“It always amazes me when I think about how I came to have done what I’ve done! Thank you to everyone who gave something to make my dream come true! The world is a good place. And dreams do come true after all.”
Becky has written a diary of her trip which is now available to buy, with all proceeds going towards the voyage. Becky’s diary is full of stories of snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, dolphins swimming off the bow, sea snakes, crocodiles and turtles, along with the realities of sailing Gipsy Moth IV – the night watches, the seasickness, the cramped conditions and the blazing sun are all included.
The candid writing of her experiences and insight into the friendships created during the voyage provides us all with a real insight into how Gipsy Moth IV is making a difference to the lives of young people.