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THE BLOG
As we travel and explore the world we want to share the things we see, experience and learn with others. Our hope is to inspire you to undertake your own adventures or help make your life that little bit easier as you travel.
Check out the the latest posts or shortcut to the end by using the search bar below. If you want to contribute to the blog, feel free to reach out.
Find the Perfect Christmas Gift for Boaters & Sailors! 2025
Here are 20 boating gift ideas that are sure to make the boat owners in your life smile this Christmas!
Telicia
Dec 18 min read
How to Import Yacht in Transit Goods into Trinidad Tax Free!
Whether it's by air or sea, here's how we imported Yacht in Transit goods into Trinidad & Tobago duty and tax free!
Telicia
Nov 119 min read
Homemade Nando's Peri Peri Sauce
After some experimentation, this is my Nando's inspired sauce that tastes fresh, tangy and spicy, using ingredients that are available in Trinidad.
Telicia
Nov 42 min read
Starlink Mini Review for Sailing, Boating and Liveaboard Cruisers
Reliable, fast internet has become a must-have for many liveaboard sailors. We rely on Starlink aboard SV Liger, and recently made the switch to the Starlink Mini. After 3+ months, here's our review!
Telicia
Sep 65 min read
Life on the Hardstand - Yard Safety (Unsexy but Important Stuff)
Yard life isn’t glamorous, and it’s not always safe, either. Over our various hardstand stays we’ve seen and heard of more accidents, near-misses, and avoidable damage than you might think.
Telicia
Aug 103 min read
Life on the Hardstand - Productivity Without Burning Out
Productivity in a boatyard doesn’t come from working harder, it comes from working smarter. This insider post dives into how we stay productive without losing our minds.
Telicia
Jul 273 min read
Life on the Hardstand - Staying Sane
Let’s be honest - boatyard life isn’t just physically hard, it can be mentally brutal. So this member-only post is all about the mental health side of yard life.
Telicia
Jul 203 min read
Life on the Hardstand - Comfort Hacks
After 2+ years in boat yards, I’ve learned that comfort has a direct effect on your productivity and mental health. So, here my top hacks to make your next haul-out more comfortable.
Telicia
Jul 184 min read
How to Choose a Boat Yard for Haul Out
Here’s some things to consider before choosing a boatyard to park your floating home.
Telicia
Jul 134 min read
Starlink for Boats - The Plans, Dishes & What it Costs For Cruisers
Here's a rundown of the main things to know about marine Starlink, including the plans, hardware and what it costs to get internet at sea.
Telicia
Jul 138 min read
June Review
Here's a review of the last month and look ahead towards the immediate future.
Travel Sketch
Jul 13 min read
Your Complete Guide to Bringing a Dog to Trinidad (2025)
Here's a breakdown of our experience importing a dog into Trinidad.
Telicia
Jun 67 min read
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