Cruising Lifestyle

Thinking about cruising and wondering what the lifestyle and community are like?

What's a typical day like? What are boat cards? A dinghy drift? Is it tacky to grab something out of the dumpster?

These articles will give you a glimpse into the cruising life as it really is!

The Joys of a Library Card

Published on February 22, 2022; last updated on February 15, 2022 by Nica Waters

Getting a second library card has been a revelation [More] The Joys of a Library Card

Published on December 21, 2021; last updated on December 16, 2021 by Nica Waters

Why sailing a big boat affirmed our love of small boats
[More] Other People’s Boats

Published on December 17, 2021; last updated on December 7, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

One cruiser admits he finds the prospects scary at times. But here’s why he does it anyway. [More] Cruising vs Security – a False Choice?

Published on November 30, 2021; last updated on November 23, 2021 by Nica Waters

Finally hitting the boat show on our own boat, and what we learned about Annapolis as a cruiser. [More] Annapolis by Water!

Published on November 23, 2021; last updated on November 18, 2021 by Nica Waters

Digging into why you bring your own drinks when invited to someone else’s boat
[More] Sundowner Etiquette

Published on November 9, 2021; last updated on November 2, 2021 by Nica Waters

3 reasons we really, really loved Newport. It’s more cruiser-friendly than we’d expected!
[More] We LOVE Newport!

Published on October 29, 2021; last updated on October 22, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

What is cruising like? What does it cost? Here are the answers you’re looking for. [More] Is the Cruising Life for You?

Published on October 26, 2021; last updated on October 19, 2021 by Nica Waters

We thought getting to Maine was the only way to enjoy New England. We were so wrong!
[More] Love Letter to New England Cruising

Published on October 12, 2021; last updated on September 30, 2021 by Nica Waters

We went cruising to slow down. Why, then, were we so bent on rushing past all the cool places nobody told us about? [More] Freedom from Overwhelm

Published on August 13, 2021; last updated on August 7, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do children belong on a cruising boat? Yes! Learning from other cruisers who have done it successfully is key. [More] How to Cruise with Kids