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🎧 No Foreign Land – A Great Resource for Cruisers

By Nica WatersLast updated May 22, 2025Updated May 22, 2025

We’ve found the No Foreign Land app a vital source of practical information in new anchorages. Here’s what we love about it.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated January 6, 2026Updated Jan 6, 2026

Wondering how to survive dirty boat projects? These tips will make you less miserable during even the worst boat jobs.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated April 19, 2026Updated Apr 19, 2026

Boat shopping feels overwhelming until you break it into steps. Here’s the full process — what to do, in order, before you ever set foot on a boat.

By Nica WatersLast updated May 13, 2025Updated May 13, 2025

How to catch rainwater from your boat. And why you should, even if you have regular access to water elsewhere.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated January 2, 2026Updated Jan 2, 2026

I’d never really suffered from seasickness until a trip with friends a few years ago. And I learned a few things.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated January 2, 2026Updated Jan 2, 2026

Avoid a major “critter” infestation by thoroughly preparing the galley before you leave the boat. It’s not just a matter of getting rid of food.

By Nica WatersLast updated April 30, 2026Updated Apr 30, 2026

Laundry in a bucket? Yep, it doesn’t have to be awful. If you follow these steps and use one handy, and unusual, tool.

By Carolyn Shearlock/Pamela DouglasLast updated June 24, 2025Updated Jun 24, 2025

Traveling on land when you live on a boat is yet one more thing for cruisers to learn about. Here are your options.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated April 30, 2025Updated Apr 30, 2025

Here are boat fire lessons everyone should heed–before you wake to find your boat in flames. Avoid tragedy; prep ahead.

By Carolyn ShearlockLast updated April 23, 2025Updated Apr 23, 2025

Don’t lose small parts during boat projects. Some preparation and good working methods will ensure it. Here are tips.