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Nautical Slang in Everyday Use

June 20, 2026 by Erica

Many of the expressions we use without a second thought come from life at sea. Centuries of sailing have left their mark on English, and plenty of nautical terms still appear in our conversations today.Here are just a few. For more, see our related posts: Nautical Sayings and Their Origins, Nautical Terms, and Sailing Terms. … Read more

Sailing Word Search

May 31, 2026May 31, 2026 by Erica

Here’s a bit of fun this week with a sailing word search. The history of the word search seems to date back to the 1960’s.

Homemade Deodorant Recipe: Practical and Eco-Friendly for Yacht Living

May 28, 2026 by Erica

Space is limited when living on a yacht, and multi-purpose items become your best friend. This simple homemade deodorant recipe is natural and effective and utilizes ingredients that serve multiple purposes in your floating home. Here’s how to make it and why it’s perfect for yacht life.

Relaxation Techniques – Guided Imagery

June 2, 2026May 27, 2026 by Erica

Sometimes life moves faster than the wind, and our minds need a gentle anchor. Guided Imagery, sometimes called visualisation, is a simple way to use your imagination to create calm.

Beyond the English Myth: El Draque and the Spanish Armada

May 26, 2026 by Erica

A battered Spanish Armada galleon sailing through stormy Atlantic seas near the Irish coast

The Story England Chose to Remember

In English history, the defeat of the Spanish Armada is often told as a triumphant national legend: brave Protestant England defeating the mighty Catholic superpower of Europe.

Galley Recipe – Greek Peinirli

May 25, 2026 by Erica

Greek peinirli galley recipe served on a rustic wooden board

Warm evenings and long days call for simple, sociable food, and these Greek peinirli are perfect for sharing in the cockpit or enjoying with a cold drink after a day on the water.

Picture Perfect: Mastering the Art of Choosing Dating Profile Photos

May 22, 2026May 22, 2026 by Erica

When it comes to online dating, your profile photos play a vital role in making a positive first impression. When browsing profiles, captivating images can grab attention and meaningfully increase your chances of making a connection.

Sedna: The Inuit Sea Goddess

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026 by Erica

We are venturing northwards this week to the frigid Arctic realms. Sedna is a central figure in Inuit mythology, revered among the Inuit – the Indigenous peoples of the Arctic regions of Alaska, Canada, and Greenland.

Relationships and Communication

May 19, 2026May 19, 2026 by Erica

Folk art style illustration of two rabbits surrounded by flowers with the words ‘Listen • Appreciate • Forgive’, promoting healthy relationships and communication skills.

This week an article on skills that can help to improve and create positive relationships. Relationships and Communication. These skills include listening, showing appreciation and offering forgiveness. We will release a second blog around tips to de-stress relationships (which can never go amiss after a hard day’s sailing!).

Relaxation Techniques – 5-4-3-2-1 Technique

May 19, 2026May 18, 2026 by Erica

Relaxation Techniques – 5-4-3-2-1 Technique

For our third blog in the relaxation techniques series, we’re looking at the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique.