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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!
Published on ; last updated on by Nica Waters
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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 ; last updated on 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!
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Digging into why you bring your own drinks when invited to someone else’s boat
[More] Sundowner Etiquette
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3 reasons we really, really loved Newport. It’s more cruiser-friendly than we’d expected!
[More] We LOVE Newport!
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What is cruising like? What does it cost? Here are the answers you’re looking for. [More] Is the Cruising Life for You?
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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 ; last updated on 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 ; last updated on 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
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