Cruising Stories
ARC Rally & Atlantic Crossing on the Bali 5.4
After 16 days and 17 hours at sea and sailing 3,106 Nautical miles, we arrived in St Lucia from Las Palmas in the Canary Islands
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Why A Catamaran?
Catamaran vs. Monohull: We Changed, Should You?
There are two schools of thought when it comes to monohull versus catamaran. We have done extensive cruising and lived aboard two monohulls and four
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Trivia & Fun Facts
Fun Facts About Key Largo in the Florida Keys
Key Largo is the northernmost island in the Florida Keys archipelago and starts on Mile Marker 107
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Why A Catamaran?
Top 6 Characteristics of a Good Catamaran
What Makes a Good Catamaran? As we (Stephen and Estelle) self-isolate during this pandemic aboard Zuri, our Bali 5.4, we thought we would share some
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Trivia & Fun Facts
Where Does the Term “Head” Come from on Boats?
Why is a Toilet Called a Head on Boats? The term “head” used for a marine toilet started because of the location of the toilet
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Cruising Stories
ARC Rally for Cruisers Began! Follow Us!
Exciting Start! It’s been a whirlwind of activity since we took possession of Z3, our new Bali 5.4, in Canet, France, only a few weeks
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Cruising Stories
ARC Parties, Seminars, and Readying for the Race
From Madeira to the Canaries Another update as we approach the starting point for the ARC Rally for Cruisers in Gran Canaria. If you missed
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Cruising Stories
Taking Possession of Z3 and Setting a Course for Adventure
Here’s an update of our adventures so far from taking possession and christening of our new Bali 5.4 through her maiden voyage into exotic ports
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Where We've Been
Where Is The Catamaran Guru Crew Now?
Catamaran Guru and crew began their latest adventure from Canet-en-Rousillon, France, where they pick up their new Bali 5.4. Follow the link for successive stories
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Guru Recipes
Jiffy Chocolate Mousse
This recipe is from my good friend, Monica, who visits on our boat often. Her recipe produces a rich and delicious chocolate mousse in minutes.
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Cruising Stories
Time for a New Sailing Adventure! Atlantic Crossing & More!
I hope this update finds everyone in good health and fortune. It has been a while since Stephen and I last posted a personal update.
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Community
Living Aboard After a Music Teaching Career
Kent & Kathy Living Their Dream Kent and Kathy Meredith had long careers as music teachers, much longer than you would guess from their youthful
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Community
Live Your Crewed Yacht Charter Ownership Dream
Own Your Crewed Yacht Sooner Than You Think More crewed yacht ownership options are available than ever before. For example, Dream Yacht, Moorings, or Paradise
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Community
Caribbean Crewed Charter Management Business Success!
Mike “Hank” Hampton is originally from San Diego, California. and was referred to us by our very good sailing friends of many years, Tony and
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Community
Black Tortuga: doTERRA Wellness Sailing Experience
One of our boat owners, Dr. Darin Upchurch and Heather Klepfer, owners of the Black Tortuga, have incorporated their passion for sailing with one of
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Guru Causes
Recycling: Did You Know That Cans Are Coated In Plastic?
This in from Suzanne from oceanpreneur.com: What doesn’t belong in the picture??? The can…but it sinks and is made from natural materials, right? This thought
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Community
Kristiann & Graham’s Catamaran Charter Business
Several of our yacht buyers bought catamarans to use in a crewed charter business, Sail Allende. Establishing and running your own crewed yacht charter business
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Guru Recipes
Creamy Macaroni And Cheese Recipe
My good friend and former “yachtie”, Caroline, sent me this yummy recipe. It is perfect comfort food and so rich and creamy! There are two schools
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