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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.
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Cruisers Guide to Private Yachts & EU VAT Rules
A brief overview of what there is to know about EU VAT and private yachts, including temporary transit, VAT refunds and importing goods!
Telicia
Feb 20, 20245 min read


Foreigners guide to Trinidad's Carnival Events!
If you're a tourist or yacht cruiser in Trinidad & Tobago for Carnival here's your guide to the events and parades that happen.
Telicia
Feb 19, 20246 min read


Complete Guide to Sailing With Dogs - Your FAQ Answered!
I often see people asking what it's like having a dog on a boat so here's my take on some of the FAQ's about sailing with dogs.
Telicia
Feb 16, 202410 min read


Hometown Tips: 52 Things to Do in Perth, Australia!
There's so much for tourists and holidaymakers do around Perth so here's round-up of 52 things you can do, see and explore!
Telicia
Feb 13, 202415 min read


Visiting Gibraltar: Sailing Guide for Liveaboard Cruisers
Based on our experiences here's some of the tips, tricks and things to know for tourists and yacht cruisers visiting Gibraltar.
Telicia
Feb 8, 20247 min read


Deliciously Creamy Tuna Mornay
Create a delicious meal of tuna mornay following this classic recipe with a slightly cheesy twist!
Telicia
Feb 6, 20242 min read


14 Ways to Make Money Sailing the World
Thinking about sailing the world or want to try digital nomad life? Here's 14 practical ways you could make money while you travel!
Telicia
Feb 6, 20248 min read


How We Check and Adjust our Yanmar Valve Clearances
Learn how to check the valve clearances and find top dead center on a Yanmar 4JH45, 4JH57, 4JH80 and 4JH110 marine engine.

Tynan
Feb 4, 20241 min read


12 Things We Love Using in Our Yacht Galley
Having lived aboard our Leopard 45 for a few years we've taken a look at what's in our galley and have picked 12 things we love having!
Telicia
Feb 2, 20246 min read


12 Foods to Stock Up BEFORE Crossing the Atlantic Ocean
Here's 12 supermarket items I would absolutely stock up on Gibraltar or Spain before crossing the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean Islands.
Telicia
Jan 29, 20245 min read


Changing our Code 0 to a Facnor Discontinuous Furler
Step by step, here's how we changed our flying sail furler from a continuous to a discontinuous furling system that runs back to the helm.
Telicia
Jan 26, 20246 min read


Unique Waterfall Hiking Adventures in Trinidad!
Here are some of the best waterfall hiking adventures you can do in the Trinidad jungle, including how to get there!
Telicia
Jan 25, 20244 min read
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