Fun and really productive days so far here in NASSAU, Bahamas.
Read MoreAnyway, we weren’t still on a vacation mode this week since we arrived in the Bahamas..
Read MoreWe have had an amazing and eventful 8 months here in the Florida Keys, but the time has finally come for us to leave and start our sailing adventure!
Read MoreTadaaaaaa... what do you think of our sticker? S/V Empress has her name printed now, and yes, I’m going to fly my Philippines flag that Jonathan had made three years ago in Costa Rica.. that was his first gift to me when I went to travel solo to Nicaragua.
Read MoreAs soon as we walked in the door we were greeted by a “meow!” and we turned to see two little eyes in the face of bright orange fur looking straight at us!
Read MoreOver the last few days we have installed new stanchions and lifelines, safety tether anchors, a new battery bank, a water-maker and various other small jobs. In a couple of days we’ll be sitting down with two friends to plan our possible routes from the Florida Keys to the Bahamas. Watch this space, we’re leaving soon!
Read MoreIf you’re searching for the best ice box with outstanding ice keeping ability and structural strength, this one is for you.
Read MoreAfter trying to come up with various ways to make the boat feel bigger and brighter (more hatches, LED lighting, mirrors) we finally decided to go ahead and break one of the biggest taboos in the sailing world - PAINT THE INTERIOR!
Read MoreSan Blas Sailing trip, via the San Blas Islands is the best way to travel from Panama to Colombia. Check out our 5 day San Blas adventure with Ave Maria!
Read MoreIf you have plans on sailing the next year, month, or even weeks Check the list of our best sailing jacket choices which are within a click away, online!
Read MoreNow, you have a fancy yacht, the supplies, and the undeniably magnificent interior you’ve always wanted. Now to bring some class into this luxurious dream - wear the best clothes for you that will help you get through the weather and keep up in style.
Read MoreTo demonstrate just how simple and stress free it was for us to select the solar panel charging system that would suit our needs, here’s a step-by-step guide:
Read MoreThis article is all about our mission to get a good night’s sleep aboard on our live aboard cruising sailboat, SV Empress, by replacing the thin old cushions with a king size, 10-inch thick luxury memory foam mattress from LULL.
Read MoreStarting our sailing adventure with SV Empress - How we found and bought our first live-aboard sailboat and our plans to turn her into our home!
Read MoreHere is the list of sailing quotes that will have you set before your sailing rendezvous:
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