Bountiful Bonaire

Spend hurricane season soaking in Bonaire’s laid back beauty  (published April 2013) It was June 1, 2012, the opening day of hurricane season, and Sinbad, our […]

Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia

14° 40’ S, 145° 28’ E  (published March 2013) The northwestern bay of Lizard Island was littered with boats, quite a change from the empty anchorages […]

B.V.I.s Off the Beaten Track

You can still find secluded anchorages and unspoiled snorkeling  (published March 2013) The British Virgin Islands, because of their near perfect sailing and cruising features, have […]

Ship Shape

Five boat-friendly exercises to get your body ready for cruising  (published February 2013) TOP PICTURE 1-LEGGED LUNGES • Begin with the top of one foot on […]

Pet Pampering Onboard

Simple massage techniques to improve health and circulation in your favorite four-legged crewmembers  (published January 2013) “Were you successful?” I ask Tony as he steps out […]

Girls’ Day Out

Willemstad, Curacao  (published January 2013) Every few weeks, our group of female friends rides the bus from our anchorage in Spanish Waters, Curacao into Willemstad for […]

Three Days in the Bunsbys

50° 06’N 127° 31’W  (published December 2015) With favorable northwest winds in the forecast, we headed south after relaxing for two days in North Harbour, Quatsino […]