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!

How to Cruise with Kids

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

Get to Know the Cruiser’s Way

Published on June 18, 2021; last updated on June 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do cruisers cope when bad things happen? They rely on each other. It’s the cruiser’s way. [More] Get to Know the Cruiser’s Way

Oh, the Places You’ll Go

Published on May 1, 2021; last updated on May 2, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock/Judy Ludin

What’s the best thing about cruising? The people you meet. Check out some of the interesting folks you’ll meet in just one mooring field. [More] Oh, the Places You’ll Go

Paying For the Dream

Published on March 30, 2021; last updated on March 15, 2021 by Nica Waters

From cruising local to cruiser karma, earning funds underway has challenges to be aware of. [More] Paying For the Dream

Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

Published on February 26, 2021; last updated on February 18, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to plan a great cruiser party or barbecue—on the beach. It’s fun and easy. [More] Host a Cruiser Party on the Beach

You Can Take Better Pictures—Here’s How

Published on February 19, 2021; last updated on February 10, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Take beautiful pictures of places you visit while cruising. Here’s how to get photographs that will help you remember your trip. [More] You Can Take Better Pictures—Here’s How

Dealing With Time Warp

Published on February 9, 2021; last updated on January 30, 2021 by Nica Waters

Without a job to force you to pay attention to the calendar, it can be hard to keep track. Here are a couple of reasons it’s important – and how to do it. [More] Dealing With Time Warp