The Boating Mom: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
The last 12 have months have been, among many other things, the year for boating. Many families adopted a new interest in this type of social distancing and it is becoming more popular than ever before– as if it was not popular enough. And in between working from home, home schooling and just the day […]
Meet the Bou Crew Aboard SV Jubilee
Sailing time means family time for this crew. Most of us spend our time daydreaming about selling it all to adapt to life at sea, but rarely does anyone act on those dreams. Unless of course, you are the Bou Crew! Meet this fascinating family of five (plus one canine) who said goodbye to a […]
Our First Show Since 2019: Palm Beach Boat Show
A World Turned Upside Down The end of 2019 and the beginning of 2020 turned the world upside down, literally speaking. The COVID-19 pandemic was an uncertain and sorrowful time for many. Not only did the worldwide pandemic negatively affect our health it also negatively impacted economies, safety, and many other “normal” day-to-day activities we […]
Going Off the Grid in the Dry Tortugas
Sometimes we need a reality check. Moments that happen when we unplug and forget about the outside world are authentic and unfiltered. How often do you get to enjoy those moments? If you are like most people in the world today, my guess is not nearly enough. If you are looking to unplug for a […]
22 Questions for Two-Time Leopard Owners
Owning a cruising catamaran on the Chesapeake for years is a dream to so many. But what if life dealt you a hand that provided the ability to own a second one, and you could relive the dream all over again? That is just the situation that new Leopard 45 owners, Trish and Glen, […]
Floating Through the Heart of Florida on a Leopard 53 PC
While the salty sea is what most of us cruisers crave, have you ever considered going off the beaten path and letting your boat experience some freshwater? Look no further than navigating the Okeechobee waterway– the only navigable canal to run from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.
Ask a Leopard Owner: Andy and Maki, of Leopard 45 SV Oliluki
After working for years without a break, this California based couple has decided to slow down and enjoy life at a different pace. With their twin boys, they are navigating unchartered waters as they learn to school and live aboard their 45-foot sailing yacht. The Ask a Leopard Owner Livestream with Andy and Maki delivered […]
From Zero to Hero: Learning to Liveaboard
The dream comes alive in many ways. For some, it’s a lifelong goal to go cruising. For others, they may find their inspiration living vicariously through sailing vloggers. Then there are those who are always seeking the next adventure. Maybe it wasn’t a lifelong dream, but an accumulation of hard work and planning, with a […]
The Art of Watching the Weather: How to Know What’s Coming and When
Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it. — Mark Twain Cruisers talk about the weather more than your average person. And while it’s true they can’t do anything about the weather, every skipper and crew member can – and must – be prepared for whatever it might bring.
The Family That Cruises Together, Stays Together
When the Wiggins family ”” Keith, Alex, and their daughter Dannii ””decided to chuck their traditional lifestyle in Sydney, Australia to become full-time cruisers, they didn’t have far to go.
