⛵ 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 sea

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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 prepare

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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.

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🌍 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.

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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 catamaran

✨ This marks the return of the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast after a break, and I couldn’t be more excited to bring you more inspiring stories! 🎧

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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 World

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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 Instagram

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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 blog

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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 Facebook

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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.

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