When people think of places to visit in the Caribbean, Dominica is often missed. In the past, cruisers sailed by the island due to safety concerns. Others passed it because they just didn’t know anyone else that visited the island. After we crossed the Atlantic and headed north for the season we stopped in Dominica[Read More]
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Martinique – An Island That Has It All!
Martinique is one of our very favorite islands but that wasn’t always the case. This video and article showcase our first visit to the island during Carnival. Since our first visit, we’ve been back several more times. Martinique has it all – great anchorages, French food, modern supermarkets, Caribbean culture, and much more. But we[Read More]
Don’t fall prey to the horrible condition of marina creep!
Marina creep is a term I’ve created to describe the knotting dark feeling that a cruiser gets after day three of being in a marina. By the third morning, a marina moored sailor wakes with a heavy heart and a sense of dread that seems to appear from left field. Let me back up so[Read More]
Sailing to Mustique in the Grenadines – is it worth your time and money?
Mustique, also known as Billionaire’s Island, is a private island owned by the Mustique Company. The island is a beautiful stop for sailors but it does come at a price. Is it worth the money to possibly run into the likes of Mick Jagger, Tommy Hilfiger or Raquel Welch? The last time we stopped in[Read More]
Preparing to sail across the Atlantic Ocean
After sailing 7,500 nautical miles around the Mediterranean Sea, visiting Gibraltar, Algeria, Malta, Sicily, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Corsica, Sardinia, The Balearics (twice) and Spain, we have at last landed in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. The Canary Islands are Spanish Islands off the west coast of North Africa and a hotspot for yachts preparing to sail[Read More]
Sailing around Minorca
Hands down, sailing around Minorca, and all the Balearic Islands for that matter, is a fantastic experience. The waters are very clean, the beaches are well-groomed, the food is excellent, the people are delightful and there are anchorages to suit everyone. Whether you want a quiet scenic bay with turquoise water or a bustling harbor[Read More]
20 reasons why being a full time cruiser sucks
Before I get into my 20 reasons why being a full time cruiser sucks, let me first premise this article with the following… My life is more fulfilling now that it ever has been Every day I wake up with a sea view, my family and enjoy new adventures, foods and experiences and life seems[Read More]
After 15 months of living on our boat full-time I feel…
…A wide mix of things – most of them positive with a few negatives thrown in to keep things interesting. In April 2014, my husband 3 ½ year old daughter (at the time) and I left Gibraltar with our newly purchased 2003 56’ Oyster ready to experience a new life. Our intentions were to say[Read More]
Sailing with children – here’s what it’s like to be a 5-year-old living on a sailboat (VIDEO)
Here’s a mini-movie of what it’s like to be for a 5-year-old sailing around the world (sailing with children) – My daughter, Sienna, started sailing with us part time at the age of 9 months and then moved to full time at the age of 3 ½. Sienna just turned 5 years old in May. Watch[Read More]
Britican Broccoli Bacon Cheddar Cheese Salad
This is the best broccoli bacon cheddar cheese salad you’ll ever make and taste – I assure you. Not only will you enjoy the perfect mix of ingredients but this dish is sure to please everyone. Make sure to read my story about the last time I served this great salad below… Broccoli Bacon Cheddar[Read More]
