Liveaboard Sailing Podcast

Living on a sailboat under the California sun with a comfortable climate and amazing islands to explore nearby sounds phenomenal, and my guests Marissa and Chris from Sailing Avocet admit that the liveaboard life in California is indeed pretty darn nice. However, there are inherent frustrations that come with this lifestyle no matter how nice the setting is, and of course I ask Marissa and Chris to share some of the downsides, too. This episode has great tips for anyone considering the liveaboard life, especially in a marina, and we talk all about practical matters like costs and quality of marina facilities, how much boat work is too much to do in your slip and more. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing Avocet website📸 SV Avocet on Instagram🎥 Sailing Avocet on Youtube🖥 Sailing Avocet on 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.

This week we go to Hawaii, to see what the liveaboard life is like in a place that many think as paradise - turns out, living on a sailboat in Hawaii is not as dreamy as you might think! Larissa and Tim from Sailboat Kolea are two adventurous free spirits, who sail the islands of Hawaii with their two ducks, and in this episode they share their experiences with all the ups and downs that comes with living in a paradise (on a sailboat ⛵️)Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Larissa on Instagram 🎥 Sailboat Kolea on Youtube🟡 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.

How did a three-year sailing trip turn into a 12-year circumnavigation? David Haigh left on his sailing trip after retiring from his job at a university, and sailed around the world and in some unusual places like the great European rivers, and to St Petersburg in Russia - and by the way there's a cautionary tale attached to this story! David shares great advice about choosing crew onboard and he talks about the importance of understanding that the cruising lifestyle is not just about sailing, it's most importantly about adventure. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🎧 Interview with Lin Pardey on the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content from this interview 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.

Wouldn't it be wise and fun to learn the cruising lifestyle before you spend a very large sum of money on your own boat? This is exactly what Sarah Fingarson and Andrew Hosford did. In this interview, they share their approach to the liveaboard life, and what they have learned so far - and what they'll look out for in their own boat. You'll also learn what got this young photographer couple (and their dog!) into pursuing the cruising lifestyle in the first place.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sarah on Instagram as @sarah_fingarson📸 Andrew on Instagram as @twinlagoonmedia🟡 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 well over a decade of sailing, what are the highlights of the cruising life? What is Mexico like as a liveaboard destination? What are some of the common boat shopping mistakes to avoid? I had A LOT of questions for Behan and Jamie from Sailing Totem, and they had all the answers. One of their key messages is that the sailing dream is achievable, and thankfully Behan and Jamie are here to tell you how to get started. And by the way, if you hear some cat meowing and background noise during this episode, it's the foster kittens Behan and Jamie were looking after! Because of course this amazing couple also helps out little animals in need ❤️To learn more about Behan and Jamie's journey, and their coaching service designed to help sailors before and during cruising, check out the links below:Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing Totem website sailingtotem.com 📸 Sailing Totem on Instagram 🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content from this interview 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’ll take you to Australia, to hear about the liveaboard life on a small catamaran, starting with absolutely no sailing experience and learning on the go. My guests are Kyle and Hayley from Sailing Eden, and you might know them as the brains and creative minds behind the Wholesome Sailors community. We had a lovely chat about what drew this couple to a life on the ocean, what they do for a living and we talk about what it means to live consciously as a liveaboard sailor. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥The Wholesome Sailors website thewholesomesailors.co📸The Wholesome Sailors 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.

Three generations, two boats and one dream - now this is a winning combination! This is the approach the crew of Cruising Meraki has taken to the liveaboard life, and their crew consists of two kids, two adults and two older adults, also known as the grandparents. This adventurous group started their adventure from Victoria, BC and is making their way south to warmer waters and new adventures. What is it like to cruise as a family, on one boat or two? Whose idea was this, anyway? Listen to this episode to hear how this dream developed and how the adventure is going. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥Cruising Meraki website cruisingmeraki.com📸 Cruising Meraki Instagram @cruisingmeraki 🎥 Cruising Merakin on Youtube🟡 Let's be social!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.

Boat shopping in the Caribbean sounds like a dream but as today's episode will reveal, it's not exactly straight-forward. My guests, Brioni and Iain from Red Seas, share their wild adventure of hunting for the perfect boat, with plenty of tips and advice. We also talk about how they got involved with Watts on Water and participated in disaster relief after the volcano eruption in St Vincent and the Grenadines. This episode is full of laughter and deep conversations, and it ends with an invitation from Brioni and Iain for YOU to join them in getting a taste of the cruiser experience. If you have plans to learn more about the liveaboard lifestyle in, listen to this episode and check out the links below. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ ❗️ Cruiser Experience with Brioni and Iain (use code LSP for 10% off for trips in 2022)❗️🖥Red Seas Patreon: www.patreon.com/redseas🖥Red Seas Website: www.red-seas.com🎥Red Seas on YouTube: www.youtube.com/redseas📸Red Seas on Instagram ❗️Watts on Water: www.wattsonwater.org ❗️🟡 Let's be social!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.

Buying a sailboat far from home is something that many of us may have considered, especially if the goal is to start sailing somewhere different or if there are more sailboats with better price points elsewhere. Today's guests, Patricia and David from Sailing Milagros, are from Switzerland and they went all the way to Mexico to buy their sailboat. They are now in the middle of refitting the boat and getting her ready for sailing adventures. Patricia and David share some of the challenges they faced, and mention a few things to consider when buying a sailboat in Mexico, or anywhere far away from home. They also share a scary but educational story about sailing in the Sea of Cortez at night and what kind of problems sailors there can run into. Follow Sailing Milagros ⬇️ 🖥 Website with extensive refitting documentation: milagros.ch📸 Milagros Sailing on Instagram👩‍💻 Milagros Sailing on Facebook🟡 Let's be social!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 will take you to the Pacific Northwest, to chat with a couple who has tried a few forms of non-conventional living and of course now they live on their sailboat.My guests are Danielle and Ryan from SV Bangarang, a professional couple who share their story of why they want to live their lives to the fullest, with their little 4 year old. We talk about working from a sailboat and what Danielle and Ryan find challenging in this lifestyle. There’s also a story about finding a free sailboat online, so we definitely cover a few topics on this episode..! Follow Danielle and Ryan ⬇️ 📸 SV Bangaran on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!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.

❗️Expert interview! ❗️Today we dive into the world of search and rescue with Royal Canadian Marine Search And Rescue (RCMSAR), a not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization that operates along the coast of British Columbia and in-land waters. My guest is Simon Pearce, who has volunteered with RCMSAR for 20 years and he happens to be a liveaboard sailor himself. Simon and I talk about common boating mistakes, how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place, and also what to do if you need help.This episode is packed with practical advice about safety on the water and great tips for life on the ocean, no matter where your cruising waters are. Don't miss this episode - it just might make you a better sailor! Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 RCMSAR on Instagram🖥 Visit rcmsar.com to learn more about their work, locations, ways to support or volunteering🟡 Let's be social!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 episode is all about sailing in the Pacific and liveaboard life in Mexico ☀️My guests are Sarah and Will Curry, who have a lot of experience in sailing the Pacific Ocean, from the Pacific Northwest to Mexico and the Pacific Islands all the way to Australia. We also talk about what's the process like for selling a boat in Australia and how Sarah and Will ended up becoming liveaboards in Mexico after completing their original goal, crossing the Pacific. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Hydrovane on Instagram🖥 svkaiquest.com🖥 hydrovane.com🟡 Let's be social!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.

What is it like to live on a sailboat and raise a family? Not just for a few years, but for over a decade. And not just one or two kids, but five. If you think this set up might result to some interesting stories, you would be right! Today’s guest, Tanya Hackney, has written a book that is full of stories that give a good look at an adventurous life onboard. In this episode we talk about some of those stories and Tanya shares how she and her husband Jay made their sailing dream happen. The book is called “Leaving the Safe Harbor: The Risks and Rewards of Raising a Family on a Boat” and having had the pleasure to read it, I truly recommend it for anyone interested in this lifestyle, whether you have kids or not. 📖 Tanya's book is available on Amazon in paperback and e-book!How to follow Tanya and Take Two crew ⬇️ 📸 Take Two Sailing on Instagram👩‍💻 Take Two Sailing on Facebook🖥 TakeTwoSailing.com🟡 Let's be social!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.

While many of us dream of setting sail with no end date in mind, it's probably more common (and more realistic!) to plan for a shorter sailing adventure. My guest this week is Julie Height who put her work as a lawyer aside for two years and during that time she, her husband and their two boys explore all that their home country Australia has to offer. Julie and I talk about how they made this happen with busy careers, school, hobbies and a pandemic, and why this family of four wanted a change from normal life. How to follow Julie and her family's adventure ⬇️ 📸 Allusive Sailing Adventures on Instagram 🟡 Let's be social!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.

Growing up on the water gave Kayleen VanderRee an early connection to sailing but choosing it as a long-term way of life required intention, adaptation, and resilience.In this episode, Kayleen shares how she moved from boat to boat with purpose, eventually choosing a Tartan 42 that could support both her cruising ambitions and a very different reality than she had originally planned for. After a major life-changing event, she and her partner, Tyler, had to rethink what life aboard would look like and how to make it work.We also talk about changing careers to support a travelling lifestyle, making liveaboard life sustainable in the long term, and the practical considerations that come with committing to life at sea. This is an honest, thoughtful conversation full of perspective and useful insight for anyone considering the liveaboard path — especially when life doesn’t unfold as expected.How to follow Kayleen & Tyler ⬇️ 🎥 All About Spray on Youtube📸 From Snow to Sail on Instagram (Kayleen's account)📸 All About Spray on Instagram📸 Tyler Turner on InstagramResources mentioned in this episode ⬇️Nigel Calder's Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual: How to Maintain, Repair, and Improve Your Boat's Essential Systems🟡 Let's be social!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.

❗️Attention all boat shoppers! ❗️In this episode I chat with Sonya and Jack from Two the Horizon. In addition to a boat shopping misadventure and cautionary tale, this lovely couple shares their story of becoming liveaboards and business owners in sunny California ☀️We also talk about what it means to be environmentally friendly and do our part to fight climate change 🌿How to follow Two the Horizon ⬇️ 🎥 Two The Horizon on Youtube📸 Two The Horizon on Instagram🖥 Twothehorizon.com 🐱 Fathom the boat cat on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!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.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.

Anyone who has researched some sailing literature or been inspired by the phrase 'go simple, go small, go now' will be familiar with my guest in this episode: Lin Pardey. She spent decades exploring the world and circumnavigated twice with her late husband Larry Pardey. In this interview Lin shares some lovely memories from those adventurous years but we also talk about Lin's current sailing plans - after all, nobody said you have to stop sailing when you turn 70! 🎥 The Real Deal Documentary downloadable version on Vimeo or DVD version - Available for pre-order, premiers 14th October, 2021. How to follow Lin Pardey ⬇️ 📸 Lin Pardey on Instagram📱 Lin Pardey on Facebook🖥  Pardey Time blog 🟡 Let's be social!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.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.

If you have ever travelled in a foreign country and wished you could help the stray animals living on the streets - this episode is for you. I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sheddy, an Australian veterinarian who lives on her sailboat and travels in Central America and Mexico while offering free medical services to animals in need: stray cats and dogs, pets whose owners cannot afford expensive treatments or surgeries, and wildlife in distress. She also collaborates with the local communities and trains people locally, so that they can provide the best possible care to the animals in the long term. Dr Sheddy also provides very helpful tips (and a word of warning!) for anyone who is looking to sail with their pets in Central America or Mexico. If you plan to sail with your dog or cat, you don't want to miss this episode!How to follow and support Dr Sheddy ⬇️ 🎥 Vet Tails' Sailing Chuffed on Youtube📸 Dr Sheddy the Sailing Vet on Instagram🖥 vettails.com website - For one off donations🐶 Chuffed Adventures on Patreon - For monthly subscription and exclusive content🟡 Let's be social!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.

How do you get started with sailing when you don't have a clue how to sail and you're not part of the sailing community? All you know is that it is the right thing to do.... but how? In this interview I ask Ryan and Sophie to take me way back to the beginning of their sailing adventure and we retrace their steps on how they learned to sail and got started with the lifestyle.We also talk about the pros and cons of sailing in the Mediterranean vs the Caribbean, and Ryan and Sophie also reveal what is the one thing they would change in their Beneteau Oceanis. This couple is all about sharing actionable tips to new and aspiring sailors and you can find more of all that through the links below ⬇️🎥 Ryan and Sophie Sailing on Youtube🖥 ryanandsophie.com blog📸 Ryan and Sophie on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!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.

Today's guest, Amanda Swan, has decades of sailing experience and she has a wealth of knowledge about all things sailing. It’s not often that I talk about so many different things in one interview but in this one we cover: things to know about rigging, her sailing experience in both polar regions, and in all the amazing places in between. We also talk about what stands out to her from her experience of sailing around the world onboard Maiden in the Whitbread Round the World Race, and share a lot of good resources for anyone interested in the sailing lifestyle. Trust me, this episode is a good one! ⬇️ Links and resourcesBooks written by Amanda: Marine Diesel Engine Essentials - a Learning and Colouring BookThe Essential Galley CompanionRigging Books Amanda recommends: The Complete Rigger's Apprentice by Brion Toss: Tools and Techniques for Modern and Traditional RiggingThe Sailmaker's Apprentice: A Guide for the Self-reliant Sailor by Emiliano MarinoIllustrated Sail & Rig Tuning: Genoa & mainsail trim, spinnaker & gennaker, rig tuning by Ivar DedekamSailing School where Amanda teaches: Great Escape Sailing, New Zealand🟡 Let's be social!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.

Today's episode is a story about a family who believed there had to be more to life than jobs, school and 'the usual'. After learning about the sailing lifestyle by pure coincidence, they have since sailed the Caribbean, Europe and the Mediterranean and have turned their sabbatical into a permanent lifestyle. Their journey includes making sacrifices to be able to realize their dream, buying a boat unseen and starting a business that allows them to keep sailing.This is a candid and inspirational episode filled with relatable and actionable advice with Erin Carey from Roam Generation PR. Have a listen, and be inspired!⬇️ Links and resourcesRoam Generation PR websiteRoam Generation InstagramSailing to Roam FacebookSailing to Roam InstagramSailing to Roam website🟡 Let's be social!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.

As someone who has embarked on this sailing adventure by herself, Liz Riley has experienced the support and positive power of the sailing community. Before she became a liveaboard sailor, she joined the Ocean Cruising Club and crossed oceans on all different kinds of boats before buying her own sailboat. What a great way to gain some valuable experience!We talk about all this and more (like being rescued at sea and costs of liveaboard life in Guatemala!).  ⬇️ Links and resourcesIt's The Truth on InstagramLife of Riley Sailing on YoutubeOcean Cruising Club  🟡 Let's be social! 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 - Anywhere iksonmusic.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.

You think you have found your dream boat, but how do you know you're not buying a lemon? You have an expert do a boat survey!As a key part of the boat purchasing process, there's actually quite a bit to know about pre-purchase surveys in particular.In this episode I interview Sarah White from Yacht Associates International based out of Vancouver, Canada. Sarah explains what are the different kinds of boat surveys, how surveyors work with the client and on the boat, what surveyors do (and also what they don't do), and of course we talk about the cost of surveys and how to identify a qualified, accredited marine surveyor.This episode is full of practical tips and I learned so much about a topic I admittedly knew very little about. If you are looking to get a boat survey done or want to know how the whole process works, definitely check this episode out.If you want to reach me or drop me a message, you can find me on Instagram as liveaboardsailingpodcast. See you there!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 I bring you something a little different as I interview John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services, and we talk all about what makes a good bluewater sailboat. John has decades and nearly 400,000 nautical miles of experience so he is the perfect person to help me understand how to avoid making boat buying mistakes and how to focus on the right things when looking at sailboats. This chat was incredibly useful and educational, so if you want to learn more about sailboats and what qualities to focus on (and what to avoid!), definitely give this one a listen. John offers boat buying and selecting consultations for anyone looking to buy a sailboat, and as part of that he has created a lot of great books and resources that are available on his website mahina.com/books. These include my absolute favourite Selecting and Purchasing an Ocean Cruising Sailboat that is available for FREE, and I also found the 5 page list of Boats to Consider for Ocean Cruising very helpful and educational. There are a lot more resources available on the website so do yourself a favour and click yourself to the website! John also runs pretty epic sounding sail training expeditions that are definitely worth checking out. 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 I chat with Cory and Chris from SV Constellation, a lovely young professional couple who live on their 45 foot Freedom sailboat in Seattle. When deciding on the next step in their lives, they chose a life on water over the traditional land life, which seemed like a natural fit for the experienced sailors. In this episode we talk a lot about finances related to life on a sailboat, from financing and buying a sailboat to liveaboard costs in Seattle, and much more! Follow the PNW sailing adventures on sailingconstellation.com, or find Cory and Chris on Instagram as SV Constellation. 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.

Do you have a dream of starting with local sailing adventures, building experience and confidence and then heading out to explore the world? This week's guests, Jenny and Mac from Cruising Maya did just that. They started in the Pacific Northwest, living on their 37 foot sailboat year round before starting their grand adventure in April of 2021. This amazing couple is full of advice and we talk all about surviving through winters on a sailboat (with great tips!), sailing with a dog, and about the cruising lifestyle in general and what attracted Jenny and Mac to start sailing in the first place. You can (and should!) follow Cruising Maya on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook or check out their website cruisingmaya.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.

Have you ever thought about the liveaboard life as a sustainable lifestyle alternative? This week I chat with Taryn and Logan from Wayward Life Sailing whose desire for travel and a more sustainable, close to nature lifestyle led them to buy a sailboat and move onboard. They were in for quite the adventure that saw them buy three (!) boats in just two years but despite a few hiccups, they are now indeed living their dream.Taryn and Logan are one of my favourite Youtube sailing channels with their realistic, down to earth and inspiring stories. So definitely give them a follow, you can find them as Wayward Life Sailing on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook. They also have a website and blog, the-wayward-life.com with great blog posts about all things sailing related.If you want to send me a message and tell me what you think about this podcast, you can find me on Instagram as liveaboardsailingpodcast. 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 I chat with Brooke and Gary from SV One Life, who traded the American dream for their dream, meaning they now live on a sailboat and explore the Caribbean! This couple is so inspirational and they really show what can happen when you just decide to go for it. In this interview we talk about how and why they made their sailing dream happen. Brooke and Gary talk about the reality of living the dream life and what kind of challenges they've faced, and what they would do differently. We also discuss what it costs to live on a sailboat in the Caribbean and what it's like to manage rental and AirBnB properties remotely. Follow Brooke and Gary as Sailing One Life on their website, Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.  If you want to message me, you can find me on Instagram as liveaboardsailingpodcast. 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 I talk with a lovely sailing couple, Alie and Ben from Breaking Waves Sailing. They are currently cruising in British Columbia and are preparing to sail south to Mexico - once they've spent a winter onboard. We talk about how exactly they are preparing to do all this, as well as sailing with a dog and working from a sailboat.Alie and Ben also talk about what's it like to have and grow a Youtube sailing channel, and they share some absolutely hilarious stories about some mishaps they've faced as boat owners.Follow Ben and Alie as Breaking Waves Sailing on Youtube, Instagram,Facebook and Patreon.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.

Have you ever dreamed of working from a sailboat while exploring the world? Today's guests, Roxy and Phil from SV Sonder are doing just that. In this interview they give practical advice to anyone hoping to work from a sailboat and they also talk about some of the challenges they faced with banks and insurance companies when looking for sailboat financing and insurance.This episode is a must-listen to anyone who's hoping to work while sailing. Roxy and Phil are so helpful, full of advice and just a delightful inspiration!Here's what you can expect from this episode of Liveaboard Sailing Podcast:5:20 How Roxy and Phil changed their lives so that they could work from anywhere while sailing8:35 The lightbulb moment that made them realize living on a sailboat and slow travel around the world could be a possibility10:55 How long it took to find their ideal sailboat, and the features they were they looking for12:50 Their financial strategy to buying a sailboat + buying a sailboat in the US Virgin Islands16:35 Financing a sailboat and challenges with banks and insurance for an older liveaboard sailboat20:50 The surprises Roxy and Phil faced in the liveaboard sailing life24:05 Things to consider when thinking about the size of a sailboat + comparing owning a 28 foot sailboat and a 47 foot sailboat32:55 Running a business from a sailboat and working with a remote team33:35 Internet connectivity and working from a sailboat in the Caribbean vs Europe37:25 Advice to anyone who plans on working from a sailboat full time41:45 Roxy and Phil's budget as liveaboards in the Caribbean and in the UK49:05 Recommendations to anyone hoping to start the liveaboard sailing lifeFollow Sailing Sonder on Instagram, and check out Roxy and Phil's business and PopLife Cards - they're gorgeous!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.

My first guests are Darren and Amanda from SV Panda and oh boy do they have a story to tell! Their journey has taken them from Florida and the Caribbean to the UK, and one could say they took the scenic route as they crossed the Atlantic via Greenland. They've done all this in two years - did I mention they started with zero sailing experience? Not only do Amanda and Darren share the details of their adventure but we talk about what the liveaboard sailing is actually like, both the good and the bad. They also shed light to the financial aspects of sailing, like the cost of their bluewater sailboat and its outfitting, and the on-going monthly costs of liveaboard sailing.Here's what you can expect from this episode of Liveaboard Sailing Podcast:5:10 The reasons why Amanda and Darren decided to abandon a comfortable life on land to go sailing10:40 The reality of the sailing lifestyle 15:30 How Amanda and Darren made the switch to the liveaboard sailing life in a matter of months21:20 Going from zero sailing experience to crossing the Atlantic via Greenland28:10 Their long term financial approach that allows them to keep sailing33:40 The cost of their bluewater sailboat and outfitting + monthly costs of liveaboard sailing38:05 Two things they would do differently knowing everything they know now after two years of sailing41:20 Buying a sailboat without much experience44:10 Darren and Amanda's advice to aspiring liveaboard sailors For more of Amanda and Darren, follow Sailing Panda on Youtube, Instagram, Facebook and Patreon.  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.

Hi there, and welcome to the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast! It's your host Annika here.I’m hosting this podcast because I want to learn everything that I possibly can about the sailing lifestyle, specifically about becoming a liveaboard cruiser. I do this by talking to liveaboard sailors as well as industry experts, and find out all the essentials about boat shopping and selection, the costs of full time sailing, and exactly how people made their dream a reality. Join me and you will get real-life advice, practical tips and maybe you’ll even avoid making some costly mistakes. After listening to these truly inspirational and hugely entertaining stories, you and I will be better prepared to start our sailing 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.