Happy New Year, Adventurers! What went well in 2024 for you and what went not so well?

This week, I’m joined by my husband, Bill, as we reflect on the highs and lows of 2024 and look ahead to what’s in store for 2025.

We’re playing a little game of ‘Good Thing, Bad Thing’ - a game we loved to play with our kids around the dinner table to get everyone talking about their day. We’re reminiscing about some incredible moments from this past year - and a few not-so-great moments that we can learn from. From launching this podcast to our favorite trips aboard Abide, 2024 has been super busy and full of surprises and lessons.

Highlights from this episode:

• A look back at our year with Abide.
• Some of the best - and worst - moments of 2024.
• Our hopes, goals, and plans for 2025 aboard Abide and personally.
• Chartering a boat and why we’re doing more of it in 2025.
• And more!

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In this special holiday episode, I’ve put something together for you that will surely get you in the Christmas spirit!

I’m putting my own spin on Clement Moore’s classic, ‘The Night Before Christmas’,  inspired by life aboard Abide with our family and crew (and a familiar face that shows up).

Curl up with a cup of hot chocolate (or your favorite holiday drink from last week’s episode!) and set sail with us.

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Thanks so much for listening to Adventure On Deck in 2024, and see you in the New Year!

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When we host guests aboard Adibe, one thing we love to do is prepare cocktails. And now that the holiday season is upon us, what better way to celebrate than by sharing our top three drinks we love to share?

If you’re planning on hosting a party, or looking for some inspiration, this episode will make it a little easier for you to make things memorable.

This week, I’m joined by our daughters, Paige and Darcy, to share three beverages we love to serve aboard Abide.

We’ve got two alcoholic cocktails to share with you and one for the designated drivers. And each drink comes with some garnish suggestions to impress your guests. Plus, we’re throwing in a couple of bonus recipes that hold a special place in our family.

Highlights from this episode:

• The must-try holiday drinks we love serving aboard Abide.
• Alcoholic, non-alcoholic, hot and cold - something for everyone.
• How making these drinks create a key part of creating a welcoming atmosphere on Abide.
• And more…

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When you're planning a trip, how do you make sure you see everything you want to without missing out on the best-kept secrets a destination has to offer?

Whether you’re traveling by boat or not, when planning your next vacation, you want to try to fit everything in. But it’s not always that easy, and can be overwhelming when you’re visiting a new place.

On this week’s episode, Bill (my husband!), joins me aboard Abide. We’re in Antigua as we record this one, after a week of sailing the Caribbean, and we have a strategy to share with you around getting the most out of visiting somewhere new - particularly an island destination.

These are the two things that we do every time we visit an island that allows us to uncover its secrets without getting overwhelmed.

Oh, and we’ll share a few stories with you on some of the incredible sights and near-death experiences we’ve collected from our voyages to Gran Canaria, Saba and more…

Highlights from this episode:

• How to prevent overwhelm when everything is new.
• The two things we do when visiting a new island to uncover its best bits.
• Some of the most gorgeous sights we’ve spotted that might have you planning your next trip.
• Lessons from our biggest travel mistakes!
• What you should always find out before exploring a new destination.
• And more!

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As fall 2024 wraps up, it’s time to reflect on what’s been a busy season for us and for Abide. This has been an exciting few months for us and we don’t want you to miss any of it!

Roland joins me in this episode as we go over some of the top trips that we’ve taken Abide on throughout fall to cap things off before she goes back to the boat yard.

We’ll take you through the highlights, challenges, and insights from the journey so far. Fall has brought us even closer to the geography and history of some of the places we’ve visited, now with a fresh perspective from the water

Highlights from this episode:

• Reflecting on an exciting fall season aboard Abide.
• Exploring some of the most beautiful locations on the coast.
• Our trip to New York and what surprised us most.
• Tips for making the most of your own adventures.
• And more…

Whether you’re planning your own adventures or just along for the ride, this episode is the perfect way to wrap up fall.

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Ever wondered what it’s like to spend an entire year on a boat, navigating 6000 miles of waterways? This week, we’re joined by Ali Hasell, who - along with her husband Duncan and their dog Tito - is taking on America’s Great Loop.

In this episode, Ali gives as a look into the incredible journey that she and a community of ‘loopers’ go on to achieve this momentous task.

Ali uncovers the unexpected challenges and the joys of discovery from the loop so far which she’s currently almost 5000 miles into - from navigating lakes and rivers to managing provisions and maintaining a routine on board. We dive into what it takes to commit to America’s Great Loop.

If you’re looking for some travel inspiration, or just want a behind the scenes on an incredible story, this is for you!

Highlights from this episode:

• What is America’s Great Loop and who’s taking it on?
• How ‘loopers’ adapt to life on the boat long term - and how they adapt to returning home.
• Ali and her family’s routine while traveling the 6000-mile stretch.
• Ali’s top spots from America and Canada along the route.
• The community of ‘loopers’ and how to get involved.

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If you have questions for Ali, drop her an email: [email protected].

For more information about America’s Great Loop, go to www.greatloop.org.

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As Abide arrives at St. Thomas for the USVI Charter Yacht Show, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really goes into preparing a yacht for brokers, clients and customers.

In this episode, I’m joined again by our chef, Vanessa Verster, who’s had her hands full for the last couple of months with everything from crafting menus to styling a Japanese-inspired theme to leave an impression on brokers looking for new charter opportunities.

Prepare to feel hungry again as we dive into what it’s like to host brokers aboard Abide, the high standards expected at these shows, and the creative ways Vanessa and the crew keep things interesting. 

Highlights from this episode:

• What it takes to prepare for a boat show, from the décor to the menu.
• Inside the broker-client relationship and how boats are chosen for charter.
• How we’re going green to meet the show’s requirements.
• Vanessa’s menu plan and the crew’s role in creating a memorable experience.
• A flavored water competition and the Japanese theme for Abide!
• And much more…

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Getting a yacht from one place to another isn’t as straightforward as you might think…

In this episode, Roland and I dive into the ins and outs of yacht ‘deliveries’.

We’re moving Abide to St. Thomas in preparation for a boat show (more on that in a later episode). We’re recording from Charleston, where we’re busy prepping Abide to ensure she arrives in the same condition she left in.

We discuss everything that’s involved from hiring extra crew to stocking up with enough food to sustain 9+ people for days of round-the-clock sailing.

With day-and-night sailing, delivering a yacht is more than a cruise - it’s about managing a finely tuned operation that ensures everyone and everything arrives in one piece.

Highlights from this episode:

• What it takes to deliver a yacht in one piece.
• Planning for nonstop, round-the-clock sailing with rotating crew.
• What to do in an injury situation.
• Cooking on the go and keeping 9+ crew members fueled for the journey.
• The biggest delivery danger in the water - and it’s not sharks or icebergs…
• Roland’s story of locking a crew member up in the brig during a past delivery!

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As we wrap up the refit story, I’m taking a moment to reflect. In this solo episode, I share 3 insights from the incredible experience of getting Abide back on the water. 

I break down the 3 big takeaways that have stuck with me and that I urge you to think about. This project reminded me of the amazing things we would have missed if we hadn’t taken the leap, and I hope to inspire you to take your own leap into that thing you’ve been hesitating over for way too long.

Plus, we have some questions of yours to answer! I’m truly grateful for the questions you’ve sent in, and I answer them in this episode.

Finally, I fill you in on what’s been happening since Abide returned to Charleston and give a sneak peek into what’s coming next for the podcast!

Highlights from this episode:

• The 3 big life lessons to take away from Abide’s refit.
• The importance of taking risks and the rewards that follow.
• A Q&A session answering your questions.
• What’s been happening since Abide came home to Charleston.
• A look ahead at what’s coming next for Abide, the crew and Adventure On Deck.

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Abide finally made her way back to Charleston. This episode gets a little emotional… but it’s tears of joy so it’s okay!

This week, Roland and I share the last leg of Abide's first real adventure as she arrives home in Charleston, marking a heart-warming return. Recording this episode was an absolute joy.

From navigating treacherous waters to docking in Charleston, the final chapter of Abide’s journey home had its fair share of challenges. We talk Charleston history, Roland’s run-in with some feisty crabs, and the overwhelming excitement of seeing Abide back at the marina. 

Highlights from this episode:

• Navigating the treacherous waters on the way home to Charleston.
• Abide’s arrival in Charleston and seeing her in the marina for the first time…
• …only for our view to be spoiled the next day!
• Some interesting details on Charleston’s history as a major harbor.
• Roland’s crab attack and other stories that had us in hysterics.
• And more…

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The sermon we listened to when Abide got to Charleston: Waiting For

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