Time off watch is the rest of the sailor's life: the ports you actually remember, the passages worth taking for their own sake, and the gear and trips that come with working on the water. This is the lighter end of the site, the writing that sits alongside the reference rather than inside it.
An honest account of what a week living aboard a sailing yacht is actually like — from the first sleepless night to sea legs, group dynamics, morning routines, and why most people book their next trip before they've finished the first.
A guide to the best sailing jackets available at every price point — from entry-level coastal gear to premium offshore kit. What to look for, which brands deliver, and how to make your jacket last.
9 minWhat It’s Really Like to Live Aboard a Yacht for a WeekCOREAn honest account of what a week living aboard a sailing yacht is actually like — from the first sleepless night to sea legs, group dynamics, morning routines, and why most people book their next trip before they've finished the first.
9 minTime off watch is the rest of the sailor’s life: the ports you actually remember, the passages worth taking for their own sake, and the gear and trips that come with working on the water. This is the lighter end of the site, the writing that sits alongside the reference rather than inside it.
An honest account of what a week living aboard a sailing yacht is actually like — from the first sleepless night to sea legs, group dynamics, morning routines, and why most people book their next trip before they’ve finished the first.
A guide to the best sailing jackets available at every price point — from entry-level coastal gear to premium offshore kit. What to look for, which brands deliver, and how to make your jacket last.