Five years planning. Two years around the world. How a family of five decided to head off cruising and made it happen. [More] Cruising Stories: Where the Magic Happens | Craven Family
Books & DVDs
Some books and DVDs ignite the dream and others give you the skills to make the dream come true.
As my mom always told me, "If you can read, you can do anything!"
Chasing Coral
If you care about the reefs, if you love to snorkel and dive, or if you just care about our planet, you owe it to yourself to see this movie. [More] Chasing Coral
Homeschool Teacher
Thinking of cruising with your kids, but stuck and confused when it comes to the idea of homeschooling? Kate Laird’s new book provides practical info to make it work for you and your kids! [More] Homeschool Teacher
Taleisin’s Tales
New book by Lin Pardey — join them as they shake down the second boat they built — Taleisin — and then cruise her from California to New Zealand. [More] Taleisin’s Tales
fourteen
A sailing adventure that gave her the strength to stand up to her abusive father. A true story. [More] fourteen
Sailing Down the Mountain
Great book! A fun read for anyone with a love of boats or living and working in a foreign country! [More] Sailing Down the Mountain
Voyaging with Kids
Tons of insight on all sorts of pre-cruising questions that everyone has from three very experienced cruisers. [More] Voyaging with Kids
Blown Away
Out of print for years, Herb Payson’s book is one that captured my imagination and got me thinking about cruising. Now it’s back in print! [More] Blown Away
The Book Swap
Book swaps are great to pick up a bunch of new-to-you books. A couple of tips so you don’t pick up a bunch of bugs at the same time! [More] The Book Swap
The Essential Knot Book for Boats
A good book with all the knots and splices you’re likely to ever need, including ones that hold in high tech line. [More] The Essential Knot Book for Boats