Storms, running out of food, breaking gear, is this the reality of setting sail across an ocean? First timers worry it is. So listen in to see what some of these first timers actually encountered once as they crossed their very first ocean. [More] 🎧For First-Time Voyagers
International Cruising
Does your dream include cruising in foreign waters?
Learn how to check in and out of foreign ports: what documents are needed, how to get them, and how to deal with officials in various offices.
🎧Cruising to Foreign Countries
How do you learn all the documents and legalities of traveling to foreign country by boat? Don’t worry, the info is out there and this podcast tells you exactly how to find it. [More] 🎧Cruising to Foreign Countries
🎧Talking to Elena & Ryan of Sailing Kittiwake
Mike McDowell, formerly of Boat Radio, interviews Elena and Ryan from Sailing Kittiwake. Hear where they’ve been, how they fund it, and whether they recommend this lifestyle. [More] 🎧Talking to Elena & Ryan of Sailing Kittiwake
🎧8 Tips for the Night Watch
Lin Pardey provides eight tips for the on-watch passagemaker to ensure that all is well with the boat and the other crew stay well-rested. [More] 🎧8 Tips for the Night Watch
Working as You’re Cruising
Earn as you voyage, enrich your life while you cruise. Working along the way is an amazing way to broaden your horizons as you chase the next adventure. [More] Working as You’re Cruising
US Check-In via ROAM App
A smartphone (or tablet) app to check in to the US when arriving by small boat — regardless of your nationality! Learn the ins and outs of the CBP ROAM app. [More] US Check-In via ROAM App
🎧Doing (US) Taxes While Cruising
No fixed address. No H&R Block. Even getting mail is a challenge. But taxes are still due! How I manage it – fairly easily! [More] 🎧Doing (US) Taxes While Cruising
🎧The Things You’ll Miss
The decision to trade one thing for another is the subject of Lin Pardey’s first podcast, and as always she has great insight on the decisions you have to make. [More] 🎧The Things You’ll Miss
🎧Sleeping on Passage
Sleeping on passage is essential for safety and enjoyment. But being able to do it is harder. Tips to make sleeping well easier! [More] 🎧Sleeping on Passage
Taking Your Boat To The Bahamas: Checklist
Checklist of the critical documents and six other items that you need if you intend to take your boat to the Bahamas. Be ready to go! [More] Taking Your Boat To The Bahamas: Checklist