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In a series of madcap and hilarious adventures we follow Chris from a shaky start in Chichester harbour to his epic Odyssey to Spetses (a bucket would have been handy), and then on to the journey of a lifetime - battening down the hatches on a trip across the North Atlantic. It's a journey crackling with Chris's zest for life, irresistible humour, and unerring lack of foresight. Dry land never looked more welcoming.

Over the course of twenty years of delivering sailboats to far-flung quaysides, John Kretschmer has had innumerable adventures, both humorous and terrifying. In Flirting with Mermaids, he recounts the most memorable of them. He crosses the Western Caribbean with a crew of eccentric Swedes researching ancient Mayan mariners, lands in Aden at the outbreak of civil war, and endures a North Atlantic crossing during which he discovers the existence of Force 13 winds.

A hilarious travel memoir about a man who moved with his wife, three kids, and two pets onto a forty-six-foot sailboat for a year. He expected it to be a yearlong version of Margaritaville, but what he got was shipwrecks, bad directions, hygiene calamities, and pirate attacks (sort of). Perfect...

In Spain Without the Plane much-loved broadcaster Ian James takes you on a wonderful 3000-mile round trip from London to Ibiza by train and boat. It's the ultimate no-fly holiday! Welcome to a journey of discovery. This is more than just a travel book - it's an uplifting and inspiring travel guide with helpful advice and amusing diversions along the way.

Dive into the exhilarating world of small boat cruising with NanoCruising, where each episode sets sail on a voyage of adventure, exploration, and maritime tales. From nautical insights to firsthand experiences, come aboard for a podcast that fuels the spirit of independent seafaring and the pursuit of unforgettable journeys.Join us as we navigate the open waters, uncover hidden coves, and share the stories of intrepid sailors who embrace the thrill of small boat voyages. www.nanocruising.com

Bound for Distant Seas begins sailing author James Baldwin's epic tale of his second circumnavigation. His story is seasoned by his adventures during his first circumnavigation in 1984-86 as told in Across Islands and Oceans. Alone with little money aboard Atom, his now-engineless 28-foot sailboat, James embarks on his odyssey without the comforts and equipment most sailors consider essential.

Erik and Emily skillfully reveal that it is possible to live big on a shoestring budget while giving their family an astonishing education in adventure, creativity, purpose, and grit. Told alternately by Erik and Emily, Seven at Sea is a portrait of a captivating and resilient family and a celebration of the courage it takes to head for something over the horizon.

Diving deeper into conversations than we can on Water Ways TV, with the most interesting people in the boating world.

Do you have a dream you must pursue, but everyone says it's unrealistic? Or that you're not qualified? Too old, too out of shape? Or you don't have the "right experience?" Glenn Damato was a 41-year-old software instructor who sought to exceed the bounds of his comfortable but humdrum existence. He embarked on an adventure for which he was miserably unprepared. Why did he do this? How did he answer the ancient human question: how do we jump-start growth in our lives? We become something we were not.

There’s NOTHING like being out on the water. And boating can be a fun, accessible way to make memories that matter. Welcome to "Freedom Boat Club: Beyond the Dock" with your expert co-hosts: Angie Scott: Membership Executive Mariah Lawrence: Chief Operating Officer Jason Evans: Membership Executive "Beyond The Dock" is your inside look at what being a part of the Freedom Boat Club community is like. The team answer your questions about the advantages of joining Freedom Boat Club, the connections and friends you will make, and how fulfilling & easy it is to just get out on the water with your...

After a devastating betrayal shattered her faith and her sense of self, writer Lauren Cibene found herself paralyzed by anxiety, borderline agoraphobia, and depression. Desperate for something—anything—to pull her back to life, she took a spontaneous leap: India. Cibene fled to escape the church that wanted to rush past the pain and get to the promise.

Welcome aboard the Raglan Boat Charters Podcast, where the stories of Whaingaroa Harbour come alive. Hosted by Captains Barlow and Andrew, this series takes you beyond the surface of Raglan’s waters to explore the history, culture, wildlife, and people that make this small West Coast town so special. Raglan Boat Charters is a family-run business built on authenticity, hospitality, and a deep connection to the harbour. Through our two very different vessels — the relaxed Wahinemoe and the adventurous Wakahuia — we offer unique ways to experience Raglan by sea. Wahinemoe (meaning “...

Set in Steamboat Springs, this is a moody, intimate slice-of-life story about ski town living—about champagne powder mornings and late nights, hot springs under falling snow, and a mountain culture shaped by history, work, and desire. Long a secret known only to cowboys and ski bums, Steamboat becomes the backdrop for a year of sex, drama, love, and intrigue, where timing matters more than intention and staying can feel as risky as leaving. It’s a story of people drawn in by the siren song of the Yampa Valley, navigating relationships, ambition, and belonging beneath rising peaks, ...

Whether he's chasing sailfish in Panama or hunting dove and quail deep in Mexico, Gordon England pursues outdoor sports with a passion for the biggest and best. In this collection he catches huge dolphin in the Exumas, races motocross through woods both on and off the trails, hunts ducks in brutal Texas snow and ice, hooks hopelessly large blue marlin in Nassau, and gets lost at sea in a monstrous Gulf of Mexico storm.

Welcome to "Wanderlust Adventures," the podcast that takes you on a journey to the world's most enchanting destinations. In this ⁠https://oahuboattours.com/⁠episode, we set sail to explore the stunning island of Oahu, Hawaii, from a unique perspective - through ⁠Oahu boat rides⁠!

A Searoad Ferries companion podcast. Learn about the place Searoad ferries calls home, Port Phillip Bay and the surrounding townships. Learn about the history, the nature and the locals. Each episode will focus on a different point of interest.

Stay updated with the latest snow conditions and ski news with the "Steamboat, Colorado Ski Report" podcast. Offering expert insights on weather forecasts, trail updates, and insider tips for Steamboat Springs, this podcast is perfect for skiing enthusiasts and winter travelers. Tune in to plan your ultimate skiing adventure in Steamboat, Colorado.For more info go to https://www.quietplease.aiCheck out these deals https://amzn.to/48MZPjs

Steamboat Springs, CO is a beautiful mountain ski town that is known for its incredible snow, but did you know that it’s known for so much more than just that? Join Duke, a new Steamboat resident, as they explore what makes ”The Boat” so great, and the people behind the greatness.