Despite having only 12kn of wind, we decided to reef the main sail before dinner. We could see the storm growing behind us, and although we were a ways ahead of it we wanted to be prepared in case it caught up to us.…
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By day two, we'd made it far enough away from Fiji to leave the current behind. The seas were still large and in charge, but they were more predictable, and life aboard became considerably more comfortable. We put out our fishing lines and settled into the rhythm of passage making.…
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Over time, we’ve accumulated quite a few appliances, but only some get used daily. When space is limited and every watt matters, it’s worth figuring out which appliances actually earn their spot in the galley.…
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We didn’t get to explore as much of Fiji as we would have liked this season, but we did pick up a few lessons along the way. If you’re planning to cruise Fiji, here are four things we wish we’d known before we arrived.…
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Seasickness is a pretty major inconvenience when you live full-time on a boat, but after six years of trial and error, I’ve found a few things that make a real difference.…
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Cruising has a funny way of changing your definition of what counts as a luxury. Something that might seem completely unnecessary when you're living on land can become one of your favorite things after spending months or years on a boat. For us, these purchases have all earned their place.…
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Our plan to live on a boat for five years has turned into a lifestyle we’ve completely fallen in love with, and now we want to continue for as long as possible. That means finding ways to make our cruising budget stretch further and save money wherever we can.…
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When you're cooking underway, every extra step, slippery surface, or bulky appliance becomes a hassle. These are three simple tricks that have made cooking onboard easier, safer, and a lot more enjoyable…
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