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.
January Boat Shows
January Boat Shows around the World
At this time of year, thoughts will inevitably turn to boat shows and the London Boat Show in particular. However, this boat show is no more, has ceased to be, and is an ex-boat-show. Here is a list of just some of the larger boat shows with a sailing element that you could attend in January to get the year off to a cracking start.
IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe
IndigoBlue Chocolate Recipe – Galley Recipes
Lovesail member IndigoBlue has sent in this quick and simple recipe for homemade chocolates. Ideal for snacking on the hoof or when on night watch. Over to IndigoBlue:
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.
Crewing Opportunities Winter 2019
Here are just some of the crewing opportunities winter 2019 that have been posted by the Lovesail members recently. If you would like more details then just log into your Lovesail account and click on the Sailing and Crewing Events page. If you are not a member of Lovesail yet then come and take a look at our friendly sailing community.
Linguine with Clams
Galley Recipe – Linguine with Clams
Lovesail member and woman sailor sailingsideways has sent in this delicious galley recipe that she cooks whilst living aboard her Cal39. This quick and simple recipe will make a delicious and nutritious meal after a busy day out cruising the Californian coast.
Faraway Islands Sailing Trip
Faraway Island Sailing Trip – October 2019
I’m a bit behind with the blogging this month due to a two-week sailing trip in the Ionian. Part of the trip included a few days in the Faraway Islands north of Corfu, Greece.
Crewing Events Autumn 2019
Here a just a few of the Crewing Events posted by some of the Lovesail members for the Autumn. If you are looking to crew just login to your Lovesail account and click on the Sailing and Crewing Events section at the top. If you are not a member of Lovesail then join our friendly sailing community for dating, companionship and crewing opportunities.
The Origins of Gin
Popular among the sailing fraternity, a gin and tonic has graced many a cockpit after a hard day racing around the cans. But what are the origins of gin, and why has this spirit remained so popular for centuries?
Yacht Rock
What is Yacht Rock? The Smooth Sailing Music Genre Explained (+ Playlist)
If you’ve ever found yourself relaxing on deck, cocktail in hand, and wondering what is the perfect soundtrack for sailing? Chances are, it’s Yacht Rock.