Discover the best tips to meet other boaties, set yourself up as crew and begin a new sailing adventure — one that suits your lifestyle and budget.

Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for your first women’s sailing regatta, so you can turn up ready to go, and have fun!

Don’t get caught out in the rain! These three backpacks combine durability, functionality, and totally waterproof features to give you the ultimate protection for your gear.

Here’s everything you need to know about the nautical terms port and starboard, with illustrations, sailors’ sayings and 3 tricks to help you remember which is which!

Learn about sails quickly and easily with this illustrated guide to common types of sails, different sail materials, and the basics of how sails work.

Explore this easy guide to the Points of Sail to help you learn the basics of sailing and the terms of sailboat direction. These are a must-know for learning to sail!

Discover why the DJI Mini 2 is still the best affordable small drone available with easy flying, excellent features and the best all round experience.

Maximise your living space onboard with these clever interior design elements. Let’s transform your boat vibe and create a home you love.

See the best gloves on the market, and the type of sailing they’re suited to, so you can pick the right gloves for your sailing plans. Plus, discover the surprise grip from an unexpected sailing glove!

We spent a month exploring Whitianga and its best local spots. Discover why it’s now one of our favourite places on the Coromandel with everything you need for an amazing holiday.

Get all your sailing footwear questions answered here, and discover the best sailing shoes to suit your adventures.

A well thought out budget is key to achieving your boating goals. It doesn’t have to be fancy — you just have to know what costs to put in it, and how to stick to it.

Sometimes coming up with a great gift idea is hard. Especially when you're trying to save money. And the Arctic caps are melting and the news is full of climate change reality.

Here’s everything you need to know about the latest reef safe sunscreen research, and how to simply choose the best non-toxic sunscreen.

Get all your sailing jacket questions answered here, and learn how to choose the right jacket for you and your sailing. Plus get my top 5 sailing jacket picks!

Discover the most extensive list of boat sale websites to help you in your search to buy a boat, and learn new places to look locally, nationally and world-wide.

Need to fund your sailing dreams? Check out this huge list of remote jobs ideas and services to inspire your cruising plans, and help you make money while living aboard.

Discover the best sailing hats of 2022 and find a new summer hat to suit your sailing style. Tried and tested — these look great and keep you well protected from the UV.

See why we highly recommend you call into this scenic little bay in Slipper Island off the eastern Coromandel Peninsula, with real tropical vibes.

Discover this remarkable volcanic island of obsidian, only a short day sail off the Bay of Plenty Coast. It’s a great place to explore on land and in the water.