Skip the rule of thumb. Eight factors to weigh before you put a number on the offer sheet.

Learn and map the systems on your new boat with a systematized approach. Here's a step-by- step method to learn each system.

No AC? No problem — here's the complete system for staying comfortable on a boat in the heat, built from 17 years of full-time liveaboard experience.

How to learn the legal formalities for international cruising on your own boat -- the most reliable sources for everything you need to know.

The secret to training a boat dog to use a pee pad is scent, a leash, and patience — and it works better than you'd expect.

Tired of hauling cases of water bottles onto your boat? A filter fixes that — here's which type actually works for cruisers.

Farewell for now. Nica and Carolyn look back at the podcast and discuss how cruising has changed since they first began.

Project boats are sooo tempting. They seem like an inexpensive way to get into boating. Truth is, they're likely to end up being more expensive . . . and you won't be out on the water!

Looking for a simple, affordable, and comfortable cruising boat? An overview and comparison of 10 of the most popular small catamarans.

Just a few minutes of effort will greatly increase the odds of getting your lost stuff back. Here are a few tips, some free.