It’s always a good idea to take care of problems early. When you live on a boat, it’s crucial. Here’s why.
Moving Aboard
Full-Time
Full-Time
Moving aboard for full-time cruising is a huge change, both logistically and emotionally.
We hear you! Advice from the team -- we've all done it at least one, sometimes two or even three times!
🎧Keep an Eye on the Weather
Many cruisers check the weather when they’re sailing. But get careless when they stop. Here’s why watching the weather is crucial.
🎧Don’t Run Out of Propane on Board
Nothing is more frustrating than running out of propane on your boat when you’re miles from a refill. Keep it from happening from you.
Insurance If You Live On A Boat–Where To Start
Do you plan to cruise or live on your boat? Then you need insurance. Here’s how to start.
🎧The House Question – to sell or no
Our experience in making the “keep the house or not” call before each of our cruises.
🎧Storage Conundrum
Deciding whether or not to sell your stuff is as hard as deciding about the house. Add to the kitty? Add to the budget line? Sell? Keep? Aargh!
🎧 Preparing to Cruise: Selling the House
How to find the best broker to sell your house (or boat) and why we decided we could do a better job ourselves.
🎧Downsizing to Move Aboard
How to get started on that monstrous job of downsizing. A roadmap of the things you need to do to reach a minimalist life.
🎧How Do You Get Mail?
Mail. It’s a big question for would-be cruisers. How do you get the bills, the important notices, the cards from friends? Listen in to learn the options and what works for other cruisers.
Sleep . . . or Lack Thereof
Not sleeping well is one of the biggest complaints that new cruisers have. It’s a big change on every level — new bed, new “home,” new noises and new worries. Some tips to ease the transition.
