A diagnosis of diabetes can be daunting, to say the least. But it doesn’t have to derail your cruising plans. Here’s how I’m doing it.
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Sunset Traditions
Sunset is an important time of day for cruisers, and we’ve all developed rituals it seems.
🎧 Boat Show Hangover
It’s not the painkillers that make returning from the show so tough – it’s the different world you’re inhabiting. Learn why boat shows are worth it!
The Mental Aspect of Cruising
Cruising is mentally challenging. There are so many new things to be learning, to be coping with. Seven helpful ways to deal with the stress and make cruising enjoyable.
🎧 Navigation Tools
After a lifetime of cruising with sextant and hand-bearing compass, Lin Pardey goes cruising with GPS and compares the experience. Is GPS really safer, or just easier?
Hot Buttered Rum Recipe
On a chilly day, there is nothing better than Hot Buttered Rum — once you’re anchored or ashore, of course! Easy recipe and wonderful to share with friends.
🎧Checklist: Documents and Practicalities for New Boat Owners
Buying a new (or new-to-you) boat? Make sure you’ve thought of all the things you need before the closing with this handy checklist.
Why Have a Bilge Alarm?
If there’s a problem on your boat, you need to know about it right away. A bilge alarm is one tool to give you an early warning. Learn more here.
🎧Budgeting for Cruising
Everyone wants to know how much it costs to cruise; everyone out there has learned lessons that affect the budget. Here are some of Nica’s lessons!
Choosing Your Emergency Contact
What to know in choosing your emergency contact for your EPIRB, float plan and medical emergency, including what information to give each one.