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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.
Cooking on a Boat - What Changes When You Move Aboard
Discover the real differences between cooking on a boat vs home from someone living aboard, including tips on adapting your diet, managing provisions and cooking while sailing.
Telicia
May 96 min read
The Best Sailing Blogs to Read in 2026
Looking for reliable sailing resources that aren't just YouTube vlogs? Explore our curated list of the best sailing blogs for practical DIY maintenance, financial advice, and liveaboard life.
Telicia
Apr 243 min read
New Yacht Handover Help for Owners
Buying a catamaran? Here's some useful resources from people who've been there, including a handover checklist, tap tests video, and yacht broker insights.
Telicia
Apr 173 min read
Monthly Review: March 2026
Welcome to our March update, which should be our final full month spent in the boat yard!
Telicia
Apr 22 min read
Pros & Cons of Living on a Boat From a Full-Time Cruiser
Based on our real life experience, here’s a look at the pros and cons of living on a sailboat.
Telicia
Mar 318 min read
5 Ways to Make International Phone Calls While Abroad
Need to make international calls while travelling? Discover 5 easy ways including eSIMs, VoIP apps and cheap calling services, from someone who uses them.
Telicia
Mar 57 min read
Monthly Review: February 2026
Here's a review of boat life in February, including where we were, what we worked on, and what life aboard was like.
Telicia
Mar 12 min read
Handling Medical Emergencies While Living on a Boat
Living on a boat, how you respond to a medical emergency and your previous preparation can shape everything that follows.
Telicia
Feb 244 min read
How to Set Up a VPN on Starlink
Learn how to use a VPN with Starlink, including why you need one, tips for optimizing the connection and our experience using a Starlink VPN as we sail the world.
Telicia
Feb 75 min read
Genki - Health Insurance Option for Sailors
An honest look at Genki Health Insurance for liveaboard cruisers and digital nomads, covering plans, costs, claims, and real-world use at sea.
Telicia
Jan 245 min read
Starlink Quietly Doubles Data on the Lower-Cost Roam Plan
With the quiet release of the upgraded Starlink Roam 100GB plan, how will this impact users? Let's take a look at what's changed.
Telicia
Jan 153 min read
Health Insurance Options that Support Liveaboard Cruising
Choosing health insurance for full-time sailing isn’t simple. To help, we break down international, travel, and nomad insurance options for liveaboard cruisers.
Telicia
Dec 31, 20257 min read
How Medical Insurance Works for Sailors and Liveaboard Cruisers
This guide breaks down why health insurance matters for cruisers, what to consider before choosing a policy, and how international, travel, and digital nomad insurance actually fit into real cruising life.
Telicia
Dec 28, 20254 min read
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 1, 20258 min read
Are Boat Yards Safe? Safety Considerations on the Hardstand
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 10, 20253 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 27, 20253 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 20, 20253 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 18, 20254 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 13, 20254 min read
Best Online Chandlery's in the USA for Boating & Marine Supplies
Looking for the best online boating supply stores in the US? Discover these top online marine supply stores that deliver to the US & beyond!
Telicia
Apr 6, 20255 min read
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