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!

Go Local! Attend an Event!

Published on December 4, 2020; last updated on November 28, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Leaving the anchorage to attend a local event can be a blast! What kinds of fun might you find? [More] Go Local! Attend an Event!

Real Life?

Published on July 28, 2020; last updated on July 21, 2020 by Nica Waters

In which I explain why I’m tired of hearing people tell me my life on the boat isn’t really real. [More] Real Life?

Hold Cruising Plans Lightly

Published on June 19, 2020; last updated on June 8, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, cruisers can plan. But there are many things outside your control that can change. Here are a few. [More] Hold Cruising Plans Lightly

Sunset Celebrations

Published on May 29, 2020; last updated on May 15, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruisers can make a party out of anything. Learn how the best gatherings celebrate the sun going down. [More] Sunset Celebrations

Dinghy Drift

Published on May 17, 2020; last updated on December 24, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A dinghy drift or raft-up is a floating party — generally for happy hour and a gorgeous sunset, shared with friends. How to make it happen! [More] Dinghy Drift

Cruising When Older

Published on May 9, 2020; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Many people go cruising in their early retirement years, but can you keep cruising at 75+? What does it take? [More] Cruising When Older

Boat Cards

Published on April 7, 2020; last updated on June 13, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat cards are a quick way to exchange info without writing it out each time. They’re your calling cards. What should be on yours? [More] Boat Cards

5 Things I Love About Our Yacht Club

Published on March 17, 2020; last updated on March 11, 2020 by Nica Waters

A lifetime disdain for the perceived exclusivity of nose-in-the-air clubs tumbles under the reality of experience. [More] 5 Things I Love About Our Yacht Club

Living on a Boat: What Do You Do All Day?

Published on March 12, 2020; last updated on June 11, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you DO all day, living on a boat? Is it boring when you’re at anchor? Is it like chartering? Hour-by-hour summary of a day cruising the Bahamas. [More] Living on a Boat: What Do You Do All Day?