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Change of Plans (Many times over) With hurricane season looming and our new mast still nowhere in sight, we had some tough decisions to make.  How do you get out of Florida in the next 30 days...

A planned two-week stop in Fort Lauderdale turned into an unexpected month anchored in Lake Sylvia—boat repairs, cruiser life, and exploring the Yachting Capital.

After 5,800+ nautical miles and 11 months abroad, we finally arrived in Fort Lauderdale—only to be met with engine failure, historic flooding, and a lost anchor in one of the city’s busiest anchorages....

In 2025, I read 65 books across thrillers, literary fiction, memoir, and a few palate-cleansing lighter picks—then rated every single one with honest, no-fluff reviews. This post includes my full rating...

Our AWS semi-rigid wing rig promised innovation, but offshore miles exposed its limits. Here’s why we replaced it with a proven blue-water rig.

🎁✨ Shopping for a sailor this year? We rounded up 15 gifts we actually use onboard — practical gear, clever upgrades, and little luxuries that make life at sea better. From teak care to sundowners, sewing...