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. Our stay in Lake Sylvia quickly became one of our most memorable lessons in cruising life, resilience, and the power of the sailing community.
ICW Adventures in Fort Lauderdale: Drama in Lake Sylvia Read More »
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 system, standout favorites, surprises, disappointments, and my best “if you liked this, read that” recommendations. Apparently, I generally like my books dark, moody, and emotionally devastating 😅📚
📚 My 2025 Year in Books: 65 Reviews, Loads of Recommendations! Read More »
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.
The Saga of Our Advanced Wing Systems (AWS) Sailing Rig Read More »
🎁✨ 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 machines to bug zappers… these are the things we don’t want to live without. ⛵💙
16 Gift Ideas Sailors will Actually Use: Our 2025 Favorite Finds for Life on the Water Read More »
After 10 months of travel, we pointed Water Wings west for one more hop…leaving turquoise water of the Bahamas behind us, the promise of home ahead, and the Gulf Stream dancing in between.
Limping Home: Crossing the Gulf Stream from Bimini to Fort Lauderdale Read More »
Crossing the Gulf Stream can be one of the most thrilling and challenging parts of any voyage from Florida to the Bahamas. In this step-by-step guide, we break down how to choose the right weather window, read currents, plan your route, and prepare your boat and crew for a safe, confident crossing — even when conditions get unpredictable.
🌊 The Ultimate Guide to Crossing the Gulf Stream — Timing, Routes & Safety Tips Read More »
Leaving Bimini felt like closing a book too soon. After ten months at sea, this tiny island gave us our last taste of the Bahamas—turquoise shallows, laughter on the beach, and a reminder that every ending is also a beginning.
Bimini: The “Gateway to the Bahamas”, Our Gateway Home Read More »
Remote, wild, and breathtaking—the Berry Islands are the Bahamas’ hidden gem. From glass-clear anchorages to shark encounters, blue holes, and millionaire islands, here’s what it’s like to cruise the Fishbowl of the Bahamas.
The Berry Islands: Cruising Through the “Fishbowl of The Bahamas” Read More »
Sailing into Nassau, the bustling capital of the Bahamas, means cruise ships, Junkanoo beats, rum cake, and a whole lot of chaos. Here’s what it’s really like to anchor in this busy Caribbean hub.
Nassau: The Boisterous Bahamian Capital Read More »
As the sun rose over Staniel Cay, we started prepping for our day’s sail. The previous night while we were enjoying our 2 for 1 St. Patricks Day Rum specials, we had been debating whether or not to to head north back out on the east side of the Exumas or turn west inside and
Sailing the Exumas: Shroud Cay: Getting Caught in the Lazy River Read More »