Category: Places We’ve Been

You may notice a trend when you read places we’ve been. On Monday’s I try to publish posts specific to our cruising trip throughout Central America. But I try to publish posts about the smaller, more out of the way anchorages we’ve been to. I think between the HelmsMistress and I, we’ve written plenty about the larger ports we stayed in, but I want you to read about the smaller, more out of the way places we went, even for one night at a time.
I also write about family trips in the US and abroad, don’t be afraid to comment or ask for travel advice.

Extended Maintenance and Major Repairs: The Continuing Price For An Experienced Sailboat

I’m of the opinion that delaying or ignoring major repairs could lead to cascade failure that we may not be able to handle, especially with my limited mechanical knowledge.  So, we try very hard to do major repairs before they go from urgent to emergent and often welcome professional + experienced opinions to add to our own experience….but we always put it on ourselves to make final repair decisions.

Strip It To Get The Best Protection For Your Wood

Stripping is hard work! For those of you who know what I’m talking about, you know that stripping is hard and not all fun and games. NOW I know why people pay a great stripper, cause it’s long hours in the heat and I would pay a professional if I could afford it. Come read my post to learn all about how to strip the right way!

Welcome To Panama, From The HelmsMistress

From gorgeous sandy beaches shaded by palm trees, to tidepools within the lava rock teaming with life, to waterfalls in some of the most unexpected places, to rolling hills covered with greenery – northern Panama is incredible!