The Pandemic has been difficult for some liveaboards.
The pandemic has shone a spotlight on our NHS, which celebrates its 73rd birthday today. Never in it’s 73 years has it been under such scrutiny and such pressure.
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Valentine’s Day traditions
Valentine’s Day traditions from around the world Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many countries across the globe. Whilst in the UK we tend to buy cards, flowers, and chocolates for our Valentine, other cultures have their own unique Valentine’s Day traditions to show love and appreciation. From friendship celebrations to flower codes and romantic festivals, … Read more
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week
CO Awareness Week Monday 22nd to Sunday 28th November 2021
This week sees Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in the UK, but it’s a timely reminder wherever you are of the dangers of carbon monoxide and why you should be aware of it in confined spaces like a boat.
Internet Service Provider Filters
I want to talk a bit about Internet Service Providers (ISP) filtering content and the over-blocking that can occur with these filters. In the UK at least, since 2013 all ISPs have been filtering content that might be adult or illegal in order to protect minors. All new customers will now automatically be opted-in to the ISP’s own content filter. Unless you specifically change your settings you may be seeing a reduced number of sites on your device. I’m not up to speed with the filtering of content in the US but would imagine it’s on a state-by-state basis. What are these filters, what are they blocking and are they always blocking the right sites?
What’s Love Got To Do With It?
We are very excited this week to have a guest article on the blog. Sue Williams is a woman sailor and author and has written her memoirs, Ready to Come About, about a North Atlantic circumnavigation on a 37′ yacht with her husband David. Here she describes the events that led up to the trip and some of the mishaps they had along the way.
Unusual Lighthouses Around the World
The most popular board on the Lovesail Pinterest account is the one entitled Lighthouses Around the World. When I created it I had no idea just how many lighthouse there were in the world (18,600)
The Real Perfect Storm
The Real Perfect Storm
As the winter winds whip across the UK and storms once again make the headlines, my thoughts turn to the story of The Perfect Storm. I’ve never read the book of the same name by Sebastian Junger, nor seen the 2000 film starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg, but I had an idea of the plot.
Single on Valentine’s Day?
Ideas for a solo Valentine’s Day
Love it or loathe it Valentine’s Day will soon be upon us again. It may just pass by without you giving it a second thought or it may hang around and remind you of your single status and wanting to find your soulmate.
Sailing Charities in the UK
With the New Year comes thoughts of resolutions and goals. One of mine is to try some voluntary work this year. Whilst I’m not an expert sailor I’m sure I can offer some skills and if nothing else I can make a mean cup of char.
VHF Radio Course
RYA – Marine Radio Short Range Certificate Course
I recently decided to attend an RYA VHF Radio Course to obtain my radio operator’s licence. The reason for this was three-fold.
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