Four days ago we arrived in Fort Lauderdale mooring up at the Hyatt’s Pier 66 Marina. When we first entered the marina we didn’t know how long we’d stay. Discussions were had yesterday to leave today but a tropical storm is gaining strength and instead of departing it’s going to be a waiting game. For[Read More]
I feel all mixed up inside. My shoulders are tightening. My stomach has a heavy blob feeling to it. My head is scattered. I feel as if I should be stable, balanced and calm and at times I do catch a state of mind that’s at peace but those moments are fleeting. I know that[Read More]
I’m tired. I never thought I’d say this but I think my mind and body might be missing winter. During our first year of full time cruising, my husband, daughter and I sailed the Med from April until November. We then wintered for six months in Marina di Ragusa in Sicily. During our wintering period,[Read More]
Last September we entered our first ever sailing regatta. And when I say ‘first ever,’ I mean it was not only the first time we raced our 56’ sailboat Britican, it was the first time we ever raced in a ‘real’ race. The only experience we had prior to the regatta was a few fun[Read More]
This sexy, silky, smooth, lightweight rayon sarong is sure to become a favorite – for you (or a friend). Whether you’re relaxing after a day at the beach, taking a champagne sail in the warm evening or simply need to add a lovely splash of color to your life, this is the sarong for you! (Skip[Read More]
Who else wants simple, classic, timeless, elegant nautical sailing jewellery? The following pieces have been hand picked from of thousands of offerings. Each piece can be worn daily or on special occasions. All of our charms and necklaces are high quality sterling silver unless otherwise noted. (Skip the description and pictures below and head over the[Read More]
This line is for Women and Children. I was fed up with my husband getting adjustable nautical bets every time he did a regatta or bought new sails. It seems like sailmakers make the belts for men but leave out the women and children! (Skip my explanations and the video below and click here to[Read More]
In our store we have a range of T-shirts for women, men and children. All carrying a nautical theme, the t-shirts depict images of sailboats, anchors, compasses, ropes and more. (Skip the explanation and go straight to the store to view our Sailing T-Shirts: Men’s, Women’s or Children’s) Some of our t-shirts carry our tag[Read More]
There are a couple must-have books for sailors…errr, actually, there are loads of great books out there for sailors. I’d be happy to tell you all the great books we have but the best ‘must-have’ books are the one’s that I’ve written. Check the following two books as I’m positive they’ll be helpful, practical and[Read More]
Since 2013, my husband, Simon and I have been sailing around the seas with our daughter, Sienna. When we started, Sienna was 3 1/2 years old. We are what you would call full time live-aboards For the first couple years, we circumnavigated the Mediterranean, wintering for six months in Marina di Ragusa, Sicily and at[Read More]
