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Personal Gear When Living on a Boat
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Everything from towels to clothing to tunes -- boat life makes us view our "stuff" differently.
 
Find out about little luxuries and things we treasure because they just work so well when living on a boat.

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🎧The Best Boat Slippers

Published on October 24, 2023; last updated on July 27, 2026 by Nica Waters

What’s the most important feature of boat slippers? Here are one cruiser’s thoughts–along with her favorite pairs.

Road ID: ID for Boaters Too

Published on September 14, 2023; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

ID Bracelet - Road ID

If you were sick or injured while ashore, could you share the info first responders need to help you. Road ID can help.

Best Sheets for Boats

Published on June 28, 2023; last updated on February 10, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

V-berth bed on a boat - Sheets for boats

Buying sheets for boats can be a nightmare. Here are our suggestions to make this chore easier. And to help you sleep well onboard.

🎧Small Essentials for Life Onboard

Published on February 7, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Nica Waters

It’s the small things that make life onboard more enjoyable. Here are a few of our faves.

🎧Sunglasses

Published on January 12, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Nica Waters

Looking for a good set of boat sunglasses? Look at features and not just the price.

🎧The Shoes Cruisers Actually Need Onboard

Published on October 23, 2020; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you need all those shoes in your closet when you start cruising? Learn how I travel with 3 pairs of shoes.

🎧My New Wallet

Published on July 3, 2020; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

When we visited Totem in Panama, I didn’t expect to take home an art form as a way to carry around a credit card or cash.

ugo Waterproof Tablet Case

Published on January 6, 2020; last updated on July 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Protect your electronic devices with the ugo waterproof tablet case. You can still use the device while it’s in the case!

🎧Simple Consumerism

Published on June 4, 2019; last updated on May 23, 2023 by Nica Waters

A random popup ad on my social media feed turned into a soul-searching decision about a new jacket.

Snorkeling Gear for a Cruising Boat

Published on September 3, 2018; last updated on July 27, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Snorkeling gear recommendations for masks, fins, snorkel, weights, Lycra, camera, and fish books. Comfortable, budget-friendly and durable choices!

Snorkeling gear recommendations for masks, fins, snorkel, weights, Lycra, camera, and fish books. Comfortable, budget-friendly and durable choices.

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