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Cruising Lifestyle
Cruising Lifestyle
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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!

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Taking a Vacation from the Boat

Published on December 27, 2023; last updated on December 26, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

family in ski gear

Take a vacation from the boat? Why? Well, maybe you just need a change. And, if you do, it’s just fine. So do it!

🎧Community Matters, Even in Boatyards

Published on October 17, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Price, facilities, convenience–all good things to consider in a boatyard. But what kind of community does it have?

🎧How to Keep Cruising Costs Manageable

Published on October 6, 2023; last updated on November 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want to save money while cruising? We have a great resource that will give you a lot to think about.

Old Boat New Problems

Published on August 16, 2023; last updated on November 28, 2023 by John Herlig

Corroded wires and wire nuts

A good old boat that has seen some adventures can still offer surprises in new problems. Here’s one cruiser’s story.

Boat Mess

Published on July 6, 2023; last updated on July 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Boat mess is part of working on a project in a small space. There just isn’t room to neatly move stuff aside. A look at what happens.

Decision-Making While Cruising

Published on July 5, 2023; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Two men on a boat talking - decision-making

Decision-making on a cruising boat is challenging–unless you’re alone. We use these guidelines to help make it easier.

🎧Martinique – The Bottle Tour

Published on May 30, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Pamela Douglas

Discovering rhum on a Martinique bottle tour – Don’t miss out if you’re headed to the island.

🎧Buddy Boating – Yes or No?

Published on April 4, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

Company is great. But what kind of buddy boating is best for you?

How to Make Electricity When Your Boat is at Anchor

Published on January 11, 2023; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

As long as you’re tied up at a marina, you have access to almost unlimited electricity. But how do you get the power you need at anchor? Pros and cons of 3 major ways of making electricity on a cruising boat at anchor.

🎧Holiday Traditions When Living on a Boat

Published on January 10, 2023; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Perhaps you miss family and friends during holidays on your cruising boat. But you can still have a joy-filled time by making your own traditions. Here are some of our favorites.

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