A Day in the Life of a Sailboat Model
Marketing Coordinator by Day, Yacht Model by Night As a new college graduate in 2019, I never expected to land such a cool gig as my first job in the “real world.” Two years ago, I was just a kid looking for someone to hire me in the midst of a global pandemic. Boy, did […]
All You Need to Know About Entering or Reentering the U.S. by Boat
Much as Leopard owners love the open seas, sooner or later, we must make landfall. If your cruising itinerary calls for a stop in the United States ”” as homeport or port of call ”” you’ll want to be up-to-date on the country’s current requirements and procedures for entry and reentry.
From Fighting Fires to Flying Jibs: Soulmates Set Sail on a Leopard 45
It is said that when you finally meet your soulmate, they will bring on a feeling of complete euphoria. The part of your brain that’s associated with addiction lights up because falling in love releases dopamine, the hormone responsible for reward. In turn, you’ll only see the good things about your soulmate, while any […]
Ask a Leopard Owner with SV Thick Chick
This Key West-based couple is currently keeping stress at bay by “sailing the world one island at a time” on their Leopard 40, SV Thick Chick. As you read this, Steph and Marji are cruising, where their biggest worry is whether today’s underwater wildlife pictures will be as stunning as the ones they took yesterday. […]
Cooking Aboard: No Fuss Thai for the Whole Cruising Family
Cruising in the Caribbean and Bahamas there definitely is no shortage of fresh fish and Caribbean and American staples to choose from when you are feeling peckish, but what about when you are craving something a little more exotic? Like Thai food? Well, most likely you are going to have to make it yourself!
Leopard 45 Owner Profile: First He Conquered the World, Now He Sails It
Joshua Mann was the quintessential young man in a hurry. Now he’s ready to slow down ”” sorta.
Sailing Safety: Our Best Tips for Peace of Mind at Sea
Sailing is an adventure, and all adventures should be taken seriously. Proper planning is key to ensure that you and your guests are safe out on the water, should anything turn unfavorable. As the saying goes, it is better to be safety conscious than to be unsafe and unconscious.
Adventuring in Installments: Is Commuter Cruising Right for You?
Does your Leopard bucket list include epic journeys and passages, the kind of trips that take weeks, months, or even years to complete? Have you put those adventures on hold until you are retired or otherwise positioned to become a full-time cruiser? If so, perhaps you should consider commuter cruising.
Ask a Two-Time Leopard Owner & Three-Time Ocean Crosser: Jonathan Zuk
Jonathan Zuk has jammed a lot of sailing experience into the past few years. Since learning to sail in 2016, the successful entrepreneur has owned two Leopards ”” a 40 and now a 45 ”” cruised more than 30,000 miles, and crossed the Atlantic three times. Along the way, Jonathan has developed a great appreciation […]
Bits, Bytes, Dollars and Sense: How to Stay Connected at Sea
Cruising is all about escape, about slipping the surly bonds of daily routine and basking in the solitude of the sea. Except when it isn’t about that.
