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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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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


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


How to DIY Make Soft Shackles for Your Boat
Learn how to splice and knot your very own soft shackles for a life at sea.
Telicia
May 271 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 65 min read


Starlink Internet on Boats Review - A Liveaboard Cruiser's Perspective
As a full time liveaboard cruiser here's my review on having Starlink installed aboard our boat.
Telicia
Feb 234 min read


Buying the Sailrite Ultrafeed LSZ-1 Sewing Machine
Having done the research and spoken to other cruisers, I decided to take the plunge and buy myself a Sailrite LSZ-1 sewing machine - here's how it went!
Telicia
Jan 164 min read


Round-Up: Sailboat Security System Ideas for Your Boat in 2025
A run down of products you can use to upgrade your sailboat security, including wireless cameras, PIR alarms and remote boat monitoring.
Telicia
Jan 99 min read


Best Marine Engine Repair Tools to Have Aboard a Yacht
Here's the essential tools I think every liveaboard sailor should consider carrying for basic engine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Tynan
Jan 54 min read


Is the Current iPad Air M2 Worth It? An Owners Insight
Having owned the iPad Air M2 for month now here's my insight into whether or not it's worth it!
Telicia
Oct 23, 20247 min read


Installing STEINBAUER PowerModules on a Yanmar 4JH45
Here's some information including detailed photos on how STEINBAUER PowerModules can be installed on a Yanmar 4JH45 engine.

Travel Sketch
Oct 11, 20242 min read


Galley Guide: Choosing Appliances to Have on Your Yacht
A guide to the essential yacht galley appliances you should consider for your sailing home from an live aboard cruisers perspective.
Telicia
Jul 29, 20249 min read


Sailing Office: Equipment Ideas for Remote Work Success
Here are 8 tools and gadgets you can buy to help create a functional sailing office that maximizes productivity and comfort.
Telicia
May 3, 20244 min read


Online Connection: How to Get Reliable Internet on a Boat
Here's some of the strategies and technologies that help provide reliable marine internet on a boat to sailing digital nomads and cruisers.
Telicia
Apr 5, 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


Safely Boosting HP with STEINBAUER Marine Diesel PowerModules
We installed STEINBAUER PowerModules on our Leopard 45 Catamaran's Yanmar 4JH45 engines, and what a positive difference it has made!

Travel Sketch
Jan 17, 20244 min read
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