Liveaboard Sailing Podcast

After a break, the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast is back, and we’re starting with a conversation that goes straight to the heart of what makes a successful life at sea.In this episode, I’m joined by returning guests John Neal, Julie, and Gio Cappelli for a wide-ranging discussion on decision-making, preparation, and what it really takes to go cruising, and to keep going.We talk about the skills that matter most offshore, why good decisions matter more than perfect plans, and how risk, weather, and changing conditions are shaping modern cruising. We also dive into the realities behind the dream: from over-reliance on technology to the importance of hands-on experience, training, and knowing your boat.If you’re in the planning phase, feeling stuck, or wondering whether you’re “ready,” this episode is full of grounded, experience-driven insights to help you move forward with confidence.This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lin Pardey is a name that needs little introduction in the sailing world—her voyages, books, and philosophy of simple cruising have inspired generations of sailors. In this episode, she’s joined by her partner David Haigh, an experienced offshore sailor and circumnavigator. Together, they share lessons on seamanship, self-reliance, and the mindset needed to cross oceans.We talk about:⛵ The evolving world of offshore sailing—what’s changed and what hasn’t🌊 The importance of seamanship and why simplicity often wins over complexity🛠 Lessons from decades at sea, from storm tactics to boat preparation⚓ The mindset that makes long-term cruising possibleA quick heads-up — audio quality in this episode is a little below the usual level. Thank you for bearing with it, because the story and insights are too good not to share!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie and Gio from Pelagic Blue Cruising Services return to the podcast after their 15,000 nautical mile journey from Mexico to Hawaii, Alaska, and back to the Pacific Northwest. And that’s just the beginning! Along the way, they've not only explored incredible destinations but also transformed from eager cruisers to trusted mentors, helping others prepare for life at sea.In this episode, we talk about:⛵ Their Pacific Loop: sailing from Mexico to Hawaii, Alaska, and back to the Pacific Northwest⚓ What they learned about planning, preparation, and staying flexible🛠 How to prioritize refit projects—and avoid common mistakes📋 The SMART goals framework for turning cruising dreams into reality👩‍🏫 How they’ve gone from students to mentors, guiding others on their journey to life at seaWhether you're planning your first passage or dreaming of long-term cruising, this conversation is full of practical advice and inspiration.This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to sail to the most remote and extreme destinations on Earth? Jimmy Cornell, legendary sailor, author, and rally founder, has spent decades exploring the world’s oceans—including multiple voyages to Antarctica and the Northwest Passage. Now, he’s launched the High Latitude Challenge, an ambitious event connecting these two iconic destinations.In this episode, we talk about:✔️ What makes Antarctica and the Arctic so captivating for sailors✔️ The unique challenges of high-latitude cruising✔️ Practical advice for new sailors just getting started Jimmy also shares stories from his past voyages, lessons from 200,000+ nautical miles, and his best advice for sailors preparing for offshore adventures.This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

⛵ Boat buying, major refits, and a first adventure to Alaska—this episode is packed with insights for new and aspiring cruisers. My guest shares how expert guidance helped them navigate the boat-buying process, how they tackled a refit with support from Pelagic Blue Cruising Services, and what it was like taking off for an offshore shakedown cruise. Dive into: ⛵ What matters when buying a liveaboard sailboat🔧 Lessons from a refit🌊 Taking off straight into a high-latitude adventure📖 The importance of having a GOOD logbook at seaThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The cruising world is changing—weather patterns are shifting, offshore insurance is getting harder to secure, and the boat market isn’t what it used to be. So what does this mean for sailors planning their next adventure?In this episode, offshore sailing expert John Neal shares his insights on the biggest trends affecting cruisers today. With decades of experience and over 400,000 nautical miles under his belt, John has guided thousands of sailors through boat buying, offshore preparation, and long-term cruising.We dive into:✅ How climate change is affecting cruising routes and weather patterns✅ The realities of today’s boat market and what buyers & sellers should expect✅ The tightening offshore insurance landscape—why it’s changing and how to prepareThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you buy a fixer-upper sailboat and dive headfirst into liveaboard life? Kim and Bob Stephens are here to share their story of perseverance, teamwork, and learning on the go.🌊 From refitting their 1985 Stevens 47 to navigating their first cruising season through the Caribbean, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring tales for anyone dreaming of life on the water.🔑 Highlights include:⚓ Buying (and refitting) a project boat.⚓ Lessons learned during their first year of cruising.⚓ Favorite destinations, including Bonaire and the Panama Canal.This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🌍 From Denmark to the Azores and beyond, Leo and Pernille’s sailing journey is full of adventure, lessons, and stunning destinations. 🐾 With their dog Kai by their side, they’ve explored the Mediterranean, anchored in remote gems, and fallen in love with Ireland's wild coasts.In this episode, they share:✨ Why their sailing life began as a creative housing solution✨ Their favourite European destinations (and the challenges of the Med!)✨ Tips for sailing with a dog✨ Winter survival tips for liveaboards✨ The importance of simplicity aboard a 35-foot boat🎧 Listen now to hear their story and get inspired for your own cruising dreams.A Green Heading websiteA Green Heading on YoutubeLeo and Pernille on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re kicking off the new season with an inspiring story from Nate and Megan of Sailing Scout! After starting with minimal sailing experience (just an ASA course and a bareboat charter), they’ve now sailed over 20,000 nautical miles, crossing oceans with their two kids. 🌍⛵🎙️ In this episode, they share:⚓ How they transitioned to boat life🌎 The highlights of cruising the Caribbean, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The joys and challenges of family life aboard their vintage catamaranSailing Scout YoutubeSailing Scout Family InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of the Liveaboard Sailing podcast, I sit down with Steve Payne, a liveaboard cruiser and YouTube creator who has been sailing around Europe for the past few years. I start off by asking Steve the age-old question, "why live on a boat?" and delve into his journey from being a professional photographer and filmmaker for decades to becoming a YouTube creator in the sailing world.We also explore the joys of the liveaboard lifestyle, and his experience sailing through the French canals. Additionally, we touch on the Friendly Flag project that Steve started, that encourages friendship and socialization on the water.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 FriendlyFlag.net🎥 Steve's Youtube channel Jaywalking the WorldThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of the Liveaboard Sailing podcast, we're joined by Kia Koropp, a seasoned sailor who completed an 11-year circumnavigation and ventured to some of the most remote and lesser-known places with her husband and two kids. We're talking places like The Gambia, Sumatra, India, Mozambique...Kia shares with us her fascinating insights and experiences on what it's like to sail to places that are not even on the radar for most sailors.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 SV Atea blog📸 Atea Untethered on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I interview a solo sailor Tomas Fehrling, who has been sailing solo for years in the Mediterranean and is currently crossing the Pacific. We discuss the challenges and rewards of solo sailing, including sailing at night and managing risk factors. Tomas also shares his reasons for sailing solo and provides valuable tips for aspiring solo sailors.If you're interested in solo sailing or simply want to hear about the experiences of a seasoned sailor, this episode is for you. Join me as I delve into the world and philosophy of solo sailing.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 SY Saoirse bloghttps://liveaboardsailingpodcast.com/solo-sailing-adventures-from-the-mediterranean-to-the-pacific/This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to today's episode of the podcast, where I'm thrilled to introduce my guests Nigel and Veronica and their exciting new project, called the Novara One Planet.In this episode, we'll be discussing their journey to support at-risk coastal communities to become climate-safe, using their sailing vessel Novara as the main platform. Nigel and Veronica have just embarked on a years-long journey from the UK to New Zealand, sailing through some of the world's most remote coastlines, including Greenland, the Canadian Arctic, and the South Pacific Islands. They are two professionals who have taken their careers in a new direction, quite literally, as they make their way back home.So join me as we dive into their incredible journey and learn more about their inspiring project. To learn more about their project, see the links below.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Novara One Planet website📸 Novara One Planet on Instagram💻 Novara One Planet on FacebookThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast, where we're taking a trip to the United States and exploring the Eastern coast in a big loop.Joining me today is Deb Reimer, who, along with her husband, embarked on a one-year, 6,000-mile journey around the Great Loop after 20 years of coastal cruising in the Great Lakes.The Great Loop is a continuous waterway that includes the Atlantic, Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, the Great Lakes, Canadian Heritage Canals, and the inland rivers of America's heartland. In this episode, we'll be discussing Deb's amazing journey and sharing some general tips for anyone looking to embark on the Great Loop adventure.⭐️ Learn more about Mahina Offshore Services at mahina.com. This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we’re doing things a little differently, the main difference being that you won’t hear me in this episode! I asked previous guests, Jack and Sonya, from Two the Horizon to send us a bit of a real-life update as they approach their one-year anniversary of being on the move. In their first year of cruising, they left California, went up to Canada and then south to Mexico on their Passport 42. In the first episode I did with Sonya and Jack you learned that they had lived aboard in the San Francisco Bay area for many years and operated their own boat detailing business. In this episode, Sonya and Jack flow freely from one topic to another as they look back at their first year of cruising. They talk about some of the surprises they found out about Mexico, and they share some good tips on boat maintenance while on the go. There's also an insightful look at social media as cruisers. Also heads up for anyone interested in electric sailboats, listen to the end to hear Sonya and Jack's update.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Two the Horizon on Patreon📸 Two the Horizon on Instagram🎥 Two the Horizon Sailing on YoutubeThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today John Neal and I are talking about sailing in Scotland, the Scottish islands, Faroes and Iceland. We discuss the appeal of these destinations, what the sailing conditions are like, and what are some must-haves for sailing in this region. We also briefly review what's the latest on the boat market in terms of cost of boats, and as usual he shares some great resources to check out.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Mahina.com website🎧 My previous podcast episode with John on boat selection🎥 ASA educational series (March 28, June 13 and August 15, 2023)This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am chatting with Ryan and Sophie, who are making their second appearance on the podcast! A lot has happened since I chatted to Ryan and Sophie last, so we do a bit of a catch-up and talk about preparing for and enduring a big storm in Bermuda, Ryan’s solo Atlantic crossing, their new online course for aspiring sailors, getting a puppy, and more - like I said, a lot has happened!Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing the World online course created by Ryan and Sophie📸 Ryan and Sophie on Instagram🎥 Ryan and Sophie's video on the storm in BermudaThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’ll take you to the Caribbean, with my guests Ben and Kitra, who talk to me about their first couple of years of cruising. This episode has some great tips for anyone thinking about buying a boat in the Caribbean, as that is what Kitra and Ben did – and it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. We also talk about jumping into the lifestyle without excessive preparation or expectations. I really enjoyed hearing about their attitude and approach, and how that has served them well, and I hope you enjoy this episode.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Kitra and Ben's blog Daggers Down Sailing⭐️ Sail training expeditions, boat selection consultation and virtual offshore cruising seminar at Mahina Offshore ServicesThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are talking about chasing the travel dream after retirement. My guest is Deb Akey who learned to sail in her 50s and together with her husband bought a sailboat and went cruising for 5 years. We cover topics like challenges managing a rental apartment from afar, going from lake sailors to ocean sailors and some realizations and learnings she had about offshore sailing on a two-person crew. Deb also shares some great advice for anyone considering this lifestyle, especially for those thinking of leaving after retirement.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Deb's blog: The Retirement Project📕 Deb's book: How NOT to buy a cruising boatThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m chatting with a delightful couple, Julie and Gio Cappelli from SV Sea Fox who are full of incredibly useful tips. I talked to them shortly after they had arrived to Mexico about their journey to liveaboard sailing. In this episode we tackle all sort of topics like how they went from wanting an engineless boat with no plumbing to owning a beautiful Swedish-built sailboat, and how they really dove into being super well prepared for this lifestyle change.⭐️ This episode is brought to you by Mahina Offshore Services. Learn about offshore sail training expeditions, boat selection consultation and the virtual cruising seminar on mahina.com. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Pelagic Blue Cruising Services📸 Julie and Gio on Instagram👩‍💻 Mahina Virtual Cruising SeminarThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we have John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services back on the podcast, and we talk about a number of things within the sailing industry, which seems to be constantly changing. John recently visited the South Pacific and discovered a few interesting things about that market, we talk about challenges with offshore insurance and some potential solutions to that, John shares his take-aways from this year’s Annapolis boatshow and of course we talk about the state of the used sailboat market for anyone who’s looking to buy a boat. This episode is again jam packed of tips and advice, and a heads up - John has added a new product offering to his business, and I think you will like it.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ ⛵️ Virtual Offshore Cruising Seminar 🖥 Mahina.com website📝 Gone with the Wynns blog post on insuranceThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s episode we talk about the highs and lows of sailing, and of life in general. My guests are Dev and Spandana from a Youtube channel called For Sun and Stars, and they tell me how they went from planning a two year backpacking trip to owning a sailboat. We also dive into insurance as new boat owners and what it’s like to leave successful careers behind to pursue an unknown adventure. As Dev and Spandana settled in for their cruising life in the Bahamas, they were dealt another change of plans in the shape of a serious health scare. This episode packs a lot in about 50 minutes or so and makes you reflect what’s important in life.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 For Sun and Stars on Instagram🎥 For Sun and Stars Youtube ⛵️ Check out Outer Passage for liveaboard sailing adventures on a trimaran ➡️ Mention the podcast for 10% off!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are going all in on boat projects! 🛠 My guests are Chris and Kelly from Youtube channel Sailing Adrift and they have just recently completed a multi-year refit of their sailboat from the early 1970s. In fact, at the time of recording, they were just one week away from splashing and it was really great to chat with Chris and Kelly at this point in their journey. They had been working really, really hard, completely rebuilding the boat – and they filmed the whole thing for Youtube – and they actually didn’t have any sailing experience, so all this work was built on the idea that the sailing life will be as amazing as they think it is. So join us as we chat about how they survived the multi-year refit, what it entailed and what’s next.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🎥 Sailing Adrift on Youtube 🖥 Sailing Adrift website📸 Sailing Adrift on Instagram⛵️ Check out Outer Passage for liveaboard sailing adventures on a trimaran ➡️ Mention the podcast for 10% off!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are talking about crewing on sailboats and super yachts ⛵️🛥 My guest is author Regina Meyer, whose book Change of Course is a tale of international adventures, sailing across oceans and a bit of a memoir of Regina’s time spent living in Antigua. In this interview I ask Regina about tips for anyone interested in being crew on other people’s boats, how to avoid nasty surprises when choosing a boat to crew on, and Regina also reflects on the two sides of Antigua she experienced: living in a rural village with no electricity, and working on a $50million super yacht – all within a few miles from each other.Check out Regina's book ⬇️ 🖥 Regina's website reginapetrameyer.com⛵️ Check out Outer Passage for liveaboard sailing adventures on a trimaran ➡️ Mention the podcast for 10% off!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are diving into family cruising as I chat with Kris from Sailing With Six. Kris and his wife Shona are pursuing a life less ordinary with their four kids, while sailing the world. We talk about how they collectively learned to sail, and what it was like buying a boat in Mexico - and spoiler alert, it was not as easy as you might think! Kris also has some reassuring words for anyone thinking about sailing with kids. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing With Six website📸 Sailing With Six on Instagram🎥 Sailing With Six on Youtube⛵️ Check out Outer Passage for liveaboard sailing adventures on a trimaran ➡️ Mention the podcast for 10% off!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are talking about big, ambitious goals. My guest is McKayla Bower, who’s preparing for a circumnavigation and she talks us through how she got to have this goal of circumnavigating, and not just that but doing it solo. In addition to this, there is a little something extra: McKayla plans to be the first transgender person to circumnavigate. We talk about what this means, and how she is preparing for this upcoming adventure.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 whoismckaylabower.com 📸 SV Swirl Instagram🎥 Sailing SV Swirl on Youtube This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are talking about a new topic that we haven’t talked about yet, and that’s buying a brand new boat. My guests are Aron and Janet who decided to upgrade their existing Jeanneau to a brand new one. We talk about what the process for purchasing a new boat is like, what kinds of things the prospective owners can have input on, when does money exchange hands and more.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Aron and Janet Sailing on Instagram🎥 Aron and Janet on YoutubeThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sailing to Alaska sounds cold, exciting, scary and magical - in this episode we find out what it really is like to sail to Alaska! My guests are Sharon and Mark from Sailing Nyad, who sailed to Alaska with their young kids, two dogs and cat. This was Mark's second trip to Alaska and this episode is full of tips and advice on how to prepare for a trip like this.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Sailing Nyad on FacebookThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We will start this season with an inspirational story of a couple who wanted to explore the world, and who went out and did just that. My guests are Warren and Erica behind the Youtube channel WE Sail. They walk us through their story of how they went from having margaritas on a beach in Mexico and getting the idea of sailing in their heads, to owning a sailboat in TWO years. So far, they’ve sailed from the Caribbean to French Polynesia and we talk about the whole boat buying process, the mistakes they made in their first year as new sailors and their trip across the Pacific.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🎥 WE Sail on Youtube🖥 WE Sail website📸 WE Sail on Instagram⛵️ Check out Outer Passage for liveaboard sailing adventures on a trimaran ➡️ Mention the podcast for 10% off!This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are talking about something we haven’t talked much about yet, which is solo sailing. My guest is Cally Duncan, who also used to be a landlocked Canadian but she is currently sailing the Caribbean by herself on her Ericson 38. We talk about her journey to becoming a solo sailor, what kind of experience she had before this, and generally what has life been like in the first year of her solo sailing journey. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Follow Cally and get her Captain's Log on Patreon📸 She's the Skipper on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part cautionary tale, part motivation to keep going — this is the story of buying a boat that just needed a little work… or so David Shih thought. What was meant to be a 4–6 week bulkhead repair turned into 6 months, then almost a year.In this episode, David shares what really happened, what he learned during the refit grind, and how he kept moving forward when the dream felt far away. If you're planning to buy a boat that “only needs a bit of work,” listen to this first!Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 David Shih on Instagram🎥 David Shih and epic boat work videos on Youtube This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk about some true sailing adventures in cold water locations like Norway, Iceland, the Faroes and Greenland. You’ll also hear about some pretty scary storm experiences and of course we talk about the boat that has kept the crew safe through all this. My guests are Josephine and Connor, who split their time working on super yachts in more tropical locations and sailing their own sailboat, an Island Packet 35. They are an adventurous couple who have made sailing the world’s oceans both their career and their lifestyleLinks mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Adventures of Gatita on Instagram🖥 Adventures of Gatita on FacebookThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we are talking all about exploring the American East Coast, and you’ll hear about Lake Champlain in Vermont and New York, sailing in Maine, going up and down the ICW and also about what it's like to spend the winter in the Bahamas. My guests are Gwen and Andy from Abroad Reach Travel, who planned extensively and for many years for their cruising life, and last year they became full-time cruisers.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Abroad Reach Travel website📸 Abroad Reach Travel on Instagram🎥 Abroad Reach Travel on YoutubeThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we are going to talk about some of those epic cruising locations that many people dream about; Mexico, Central America and French Polynesia. You will also hear about some of the downsides of cruising, like running aground in El Salvador and having a dinghy stolen right off the boat - and also tips on how to avoid both of these misfortunes!My guests are Sharon and Rico from Gypsea Travellers, who live on their CSY or Caribbean Sailing Yacht sailboat with their two adorable dogs in French Polynesia, doing both boat work and work work, as Sharon works full-time while living on a sailboat. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Gypsea Travellers on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a wild one — circumnavigation on a catamaran, van life from Alaska to Argentina and across Europe, exploring Mexico on a monohull and cruising the Caribbean on a trawler.My guest is Patrick Schulte from Bumfuzzle, who has spent nearly 20 years traveling full-time with his family by land and sea. Pat also teaches stock trading — the skill that has allowed him to keep exploring long-term — so we talk about how trading works in simple terms, and how he manages it from a boat.If you love big adventure stories or you’re curious how people actually fund this lifestyle, you’ll love this interview.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Bumfuzzle.com blog🖥 Wanderer Financial - Listen to the episode for a discount code!📸 Wanderer Financial on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who doesn't want to head out there on the open ocean, cross oceans and be a real bluewater cruiser? Today's episode tells you just how to get started with that dream.Today I’m chatting with Jeremy Wyatt from World Cruising Club, and we dive into all things bluewater cruising and how to prepare for ocean crossings. World Cruising Club is the organization that manages events like the Atlantic Rally For Cruisers, or the Caribbean 1500. I ask Jeremy about these events, how does World Cruising Club help sailors who participate in these events, and we talk a lot about how to move forward when you have a dream of crossing an ocean. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ ❗️ Virtual Cockpit Conversations with World Cruising Club - sign up here! It's free!🖥 World Cruising Club website🖥 Safety Equipment ListThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I catch up with Darren and Amanda, the very first guests I ever interviewed on episode #1. When we last spoke, they had been sailing for a little over a year and were figuring things out on their monohull.Fast forward to today, and everything looks different: a new boat (a trimaran!), a new continent, and a brand-new sailing business taking guests on expeditions.We talk about what they've learned, how they made the leap from cruising for fun to creating a business around it, and what life looks like when momentum takes over.A great listen if you're dreaming about turning sailing into something bigger — or love hearing what can change in a short amount of time. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🎧 Darren and Amanda's first interview🖥 Outer Passage website📸 Outer Passage on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk with a couple who wasn't planning on living on a boat, didn't quite even realize that was "a thing". Yet they are now on their second boat, living aboard with their two dogs in Vancouver, BC - how is that even possible!In this episode Jaclyn and Mark from Hard Departure explain how they became accidental liveaboards in Vancouver and how they are adjusting to the lifestyle while working remotely from their boat, doing a bit of boat work here and there, and learning the ins and outs of sailing. We also talk about their experience of learning to sail on their own boat and doing a liveaboard course with a sailing school.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Hard Departure website📸 Hard Departure on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"There is no worse emergency room in the world than a sailboat."A medical emergency at sea is a worst case scenario nobody wants to experience but it's also something everyone should prepare for. Do you know what are some of the most common injuries and accidents that sailors face? Or which first aid kit you should choose for your boat? This week's guest, John Taussig from Maritime Medical Guides, answers these questions and more as we dive into first aid and emergency preparedness at sea.Maritime Medical Guides is a non-profit organization that provides a range of adventure-based, maritime-specific medical training courses to help provide the sailing community with the knowledge base and hands-on skills to lead more prepared and safer adventures.With years of liveaboard experience, John is the perfect person to talk about all things safety at sea, and this episode is filled with practical tips.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 MaritimeMedicalGuides.org website📸 backcountrymed on Instagram🖥 Wilderness and Environmental Medicine wemjournal.org This podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk all about liveaboard life at the intersection of sustainability and wanderlust. My guests, George and Sinead from Electric Vagabonds, share their story of transitioning to the liveaboard lifestyle, making the transition to an electric sailboat and off-grid life in England.This couple is chasing the opportunity to travel the world fossil fuel free, and I ask them about their decision to go electric and what their experience has been so far. We also talk about working remotely from a sailboat, surviving winters on a sailboat in the UK and more.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Electric Vagabonds on Instagram🖥 Plugboats.com website🖥 Sailelectric.com websiteThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you have been thinking about learning to sail by doing sailing courses, then you don’t want to miss this episode! I’m talking with someone whose business it is to help others embark on their sailing journeys, and I get to ask questions like how can I prepare for a sailing course and what most students find difficult to learn. My guest is Tim Geisler from Nautilus Sailing, who shares his story of how he and his wife were faced with adversity and really needed to rethink their life, and then came up with an idea of starting a different kind of sailing school. Tim is passionate about sailing and teaching, and you can hear this in his stories. We also talk about the benefits of certifications and what it's like to learn to sail on the Nautilus liveaboard courses. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Nautilus Sailing website📸 Nautilus.Sailing on Instagram🎥 Nautilus Sailing on Youtube - great videos here! 🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m bringing you a true adventure story and a very unique one at that! ⛵️ You will hear what it’s like to go way off the beaten path to the river systems of South America on a small and ultralight sailboat. My guest is Stephen Ladd, the author of a new book, the 5 year voyage - exploring Latin American coasts and rivers.Stephen and his wife started their voyage in Florida, sailed down the coastal areas of Central America, and then went through the middle of South America all the way down to Buenos Aires, before they turned around for their return journey. It was quite the trip and in this interview, Stephen tells what it was like doing such an epic adventure. Get Stephen's book ⬇️ 📖 Buy it on the website stephen-ladd.com 📖 Get it on Amazon🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the 100,000 downloads milestone episode! 🥳 This week we learn about cruising the Intracoastal waterway, or ICW, the inland waterway that goes from New Jersey to Florida. Specifically, we dive into why it’s not just a means to an end but actually a pretty neat way to see the US east coast. My guests are Lucy and Matt from Boat Life Academy, who have done the ICW total of 9 times! We also talk about their rocky start to the liveaboard life and how they eventually ended up loving the lifestyle so much they went from being employees to freelancers in order to keep cruising. And of course, since we are talking about the US East coast, I must find out what’s the good and the bad about the Bahamas! Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Boat Life Academy website📸 Lucy and Matt on Instagram🐶 Chelsea-SV Dulcinea Boat Dog on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content from this episode on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Picture a sailboat against the backdrop of the gorgeous Greek archipelago and you'll get an idea of how everyday life looks like for Emily and Adam from Two Get Lost ⛵️ They were living in the UK until one day something happened that they took as a sign that it's time to stop dreaming and just go. Adam took his job with him and Emily reinvented herself using her professional background as a teacher, and now this couple leads a very different, fulfilled life while cruising in Greece. We talk about the costs of sailing in the Mediterranean, the logistics of working for an employer from a sailboat and many other practical aspects of the liveaboard life. Check out all the great resources Emily and Adam have created in the links below! Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Two Get Lost website📝 How to Make Money Living on a Sailboat blog post📸 Two Get Lost Instagram🎥 Two Get Lost Youtube💻 Two Get Lost Facebook🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 20+ years with the Canadian Forces, Max and Elizabeth Shaw decided to leave their military careers behind and switch things up a bit - by going cruising, of course. They left British Columbia as a family of four and returned 7 years later as a family of five with endless stories from the South Pacific. Max and Elizabeth talk about the beauty of adventuring off the beaten path in the South Pacific and Alaska, the logistics of crossing the Pacific with a 4-month old baby, and more.Now that they have returned from their Pacific adventure they continue to live aboard their Stevens 47 sailboat in BC and Max has taken up a new career as a broker, using his cruising and liveaboard experience to help others find the right vessel for their adventures. Of course I had to ask Max about the boat shopping process, what happens behind the scenes when there are multiple offers and how much below asking price should offers be in today's sailboat market.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 SV Fluenta blog about the Pacific adventure📸 Fluenta Sailing on Instagram📧 Get in touch with Max: max (@) yachtsaleswest.com📢 My previous interview with a surveyor Sarah White🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who hasn't dreamt about sailing around the world at some point in time? My guest, Amy Alton from Out Chasing Stars followed that dream and made it a plan, and circumnavigated over 5 years. Amy has also spent a good amount of time in the Bahamas, and we talk about some of the practical aspects of sailing in the Bahamas, like provisioning, Internet and finding shelter. In addition to being a cruiser, Amy is also an author and she writes for sailing magazines as well as a series of romance novels. And where does she get the inspiration for her travel themed novels? From the cruising life, of course! Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Out Chasing Stars website📚 Amys books on LizAlden.com🎥 Out Chasing Stars on Youtube📸 Out Chasing Stars on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week it’s time for a deep dive into all things insurance. This episode will cover a high-level overview of the current insurance market, what exactly do insurance companies require from first time boat owners and how do we make ourselves and our boats more insurable. My guest is John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services, and he reached out to a number of insurance companies in different countries with a list of questions we put together, so the answers are coming straight from the insurance companies. And of course, since John is a boat consultant, we do talk about buying a sailboat and what we should look out for to make sure we don’t buy a boat that turns out to be uninsurable. John also gives some advice on how to find a boat in this challenging market, and why we should consider insurance implications before we seal the deal on a boat. Resources mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Mahina Offshore Services website📕 John's FREE e-book Selecting & Purchasing an Ocean Cruising Boat📕 John's course book Offshore Cruising Companion📕 Bargain boats and budget cruising by Todd Duff🌊 Offshore sailing expeditions with Mahina Expeditions📸 Mahina Offshore Services on Instagram 🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.comThis podcast is brought to you with curiosity, kindness and a big sailing dream.You can explore more episodes, show notes and ways to support the show at liveaboardsailingpodcast.comFollow our community on Instagram & Facebook: @liveaboardsailingpodcastIf this episode inspired you, please rate or review the show; it makes a world of difference!Guest inquiry formHave a story to share? Apply to be a guest! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.