Guests invited aboard might hope they’re headed for a cruise ship – this welcome email helps them reality check their expectations. [More] Calypso Guest Checklist
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Dreaming of cruising, making plans or already on water? The Boat Galley can help you along your way, with tips, reviews and how-to’s for every step:
• deciding if cruising’s for you
• chartering
• buying a boat
• outfitting your new boat
• making a boat your only home — or not
• living aboard, whether for a weekend or a lifetime
• provisioning, food storage and cooking
• cruising to new places
• maintaining and repairing your boat
• chartering
• buying a boat
• outfitting your new boat
• making a boat your only home — or not
• living aboard, whether for a weekend or a lifetime
• provisioning, food storage and cooking
• cruising to new places
• maintaining and repairing your boat
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Latest Articles & Podcasts
Spicy Grilled Pork Tenderloin – Keto/LCHF, Gluten- and Dairy-Free
Delicious pork rub using an unusual spice blend with three peppers, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, mustard and garlic — a little bit southwestern and very low carb! [More] Spicy Grilled Pork Tenderloin – Keto/LCHF, Gluten- and Dairy-Free
Planning Boat Systems and Spares
Learn to choose the RIGHT spares to have on your boat, along with how to design truly redundant back-up systems. [More] Planning Boat Systems and Spares
Preparing to Cruise and Overwhelmed
You’ve decided to cruise. Now you’re wondering if you can really become “a cruiser” — you know, learn everything that cruisers need to know. Second thoughts and feeling overwhelmed are normal. Tips to help you cope. [More] Preparing to Cruise and Overwhelmed
Cruising & Chartering
Travel Time
Travels by boat are so much more uncertain than travels by land. We think we understand that and allow for it, but any cruiser’s first trip seems to be filled with surprises about just how long it takes. [More] Travel Time
Cruising Stories: Working from a Boat
How feasible is it to support yourself by working while you cruise? What does it take to really do it? Elena from Kittiwake tells all! [More] Cruising Stories: Working from a Boat
Buying a Boat & Gear for It (and you!)
Maintain-ability
Maintaining your boat is key to enjoying it. Ease of maintenance and access is important is check when looking at boats to buy. [More] Maintain-ability
Snorkel Gear for a Cruising Boat
Great budget-friendly snorkel gear choices that are comfortable and hold up well with everyday use. Everything you need for a great day underwater! [More] Snorkel Gear for a Cruising Boat
Living on a Boat
Fit After Forty On A Sailboat
Can you stay fit on a sailboat? Absolutely! Here’s how. [More] Fit After Forty On A Sailboat
Where Are the Wood Plugs?
Seconds count in an emergency. Are you really ready? Can you lay your hands on everything IMMEDIATELY? [More] Where Are the Wood Plugs?
Repairs, Maintenance & DIY
A Better Propane Regulator
A propane regulator that extends off the tank is just a leak waiting to happen. Here’s a better regulator installation that’s an easy DIY project. [More] A Better Propane Regulator
Stop Rattling Windows
Got rattling windows on your boat? You NEED these little gizmos! Not expensive, quick and easy to install. [More] Stop Rattling Windows
Provisioning, Storing Food & Cooking
Quick & Easy Linguine and Scallops Recipe
Try this quick and easy way to make tender scallops with pasta. Leave out the Parmesan and it’s dairy free! [More] Quick & Easy Linguine and Scallops Recipe
Beef & Banana Curry
Sweet, savory, totally delicious and very boat-friendly (as long as you don’t object to bananas on board). A great make-ahead meal! [More] Beef & Banana Curry