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Bahamas – Sea of Cortez Comparison

Published on February 15, 2017; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Both the Bahamas and the Sea of Cortez are popular first foreign destinations for US cruisers. We’ve had great times in both, but they’re very different!

Cruising with Kids

Published on February 10, 2017; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Can it really work to cruise with kids? Toddlers? Teens? What if we have a baby as we’re cruising? Generally, the kids and parents thrive!

Cruising and Prescriptions

Published on January 12, 2017; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to get routine prescription medications while cruising — whether in the US or abroad.

When Medical Issues Arise While Cruising

Published on December 15, 2016; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you do when medical issues collide with your plans? Here’s how we’ve handled three of those situations — with great results.

What Can Go Wrong in Four Months?

Published on September 27, 2016; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four months in the Bahamas, 1100 miles. We knew some things would break, it was just a question of what and whether we had the parts to fix it.

Cruising Eleuthera

Published on July 24, 2016; last updated on January 1, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

boats in an anchorage - catamaran or monohull for cruising?

What’s cruising Eleuthera like? Pink sand beaches, the Glass Window, fun events, friendly people along with great provisioning and services!

Seven Things About Cruising the Bahamas

Published on June 21, 2016; last updated on January 6, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Seven things to know — and really take to heart — before cruising the Bahamas on your boat. Know what to plan for and don’t be surprised.

Weather on the DeLorme inReach

Published on June 9, 2016; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The DeLorme inReach now has weather forecasts. Through satellite communications, get land or marine weather anywhere — affordably!

Choosing a Dinghy

Published on June 7, 2016; last updated on April 4, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Your dinghy choice is almost as big a decision as your “big boat” when it comes to cruising enjoyment. What we just upgraded to and why . . .

Cruise in Hurricane Season

Published on May 30, 2016; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

hurricane - quick tips for hurricane season

How we actively cruise our boat during hurricane season: insurance, how to get weather information, plan our travel and guidelines for choosing where to go.

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