In episode 125, we sit down with a great couple, Laurie and Scott of MV Float Plane to find out how they like living aboard their 1993 50' Vista Yacht. They are moored on Bainbridge Island and they have lived aboard for over 9 years!
Next week, we'll tak...
In episode 124, we take you on a tour of more of our favorite yachts from this year's Boats Afloat Show held on Lake Union in Seattle. A few of our favorites was a 1987 Ocean Alexander 42 Sedan, 1989 Tiara 3300 Open and 2023 Aspen C120.
You can find all ...
In episode 123, we tour some of our dream yachts at the Boats Afloat Show 2021. What would you buy if you won the lottery? In this tour we'll show you the new Absolute Navetta 73 and the Ocean Alexander 27e. Both are stunning yachts here in the Pacific No...
In episode 122, we attend the Boats Afloat Show 2021, our first in-person boat show in almost two years! Every year this show is hosted at Chandler's Cove on Seattle's South Lake Union and it features a variety of yachts and sail boats.
This episode is a...
In episode 121, we rented a Duffy Electric Boat from the Electric Boat Company on Seattle's Lake Union. We had two other couples join us and we cruised Lake Union and the Fremont Cut. We definitely recommend doing this! So much fun! Tune in next week and a...
In episode 120, we get back on the water, taking the Washington State Ferry to Bainbridge Island and explore. We wanted to see what a commute would be like if we found a liveaboard boat on Bainbridge Island. Come along and check out Winslow!
Be sure to fo...
In episode 119 we join Sea Ray & Union Marine for the PNW debut of the 2022 Sea Ray Sundancer 370 OB. The demo took us from Lake Union, thru the Montlake Cut out to Lake Washington. We circumnavigated Mercer Island and caught the eyes of lots of boate...
In episode 118, we go sailing on a new tall ship tourist boat, "Bay Lady" which is part of "Seattle Sailing Tours". It leaves out of Bell Harbor Marina and they have a variety of schedules including a sunset cruise. It's BYOB and BYOF, and for $40/pp, it m...
[sorry everyone! we uploaded the wrong video this morning....here's the right one!]
In episode 117, Scott surprised me and flew us down to Fort Lauderdale to check out a 1980 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht. We explored the Fort Lauderdale canals, restaurants and...
In episode 116, we finally tour a 1994 Bayliner 4587 Aft Cabin. This was a very impromptu tour (after work) and we didn't have our camera equipment with us. It was awesome to finally see how this yacht is laid out - let us know your thoughts.
Be sure to f...
In episode 115, we attend the Classic Yacht Show at Bell Harbor Marina. On display, were beautiful classic yachts built between 1920 and 1965. Go back in time with us and check these out!
For more information about these yachts and the Classic Yacht Assoc...
In episode 114, we tour a 2004 Meridian 490 Pilothouse Motor Yacht that would make an awesome liveaboard boat! It is in pristine condition and is ready to go cruising. Be sure to check this video out!
For more information on it, visit Union Marine's invent...
In episode 113, we explore the sugar mill ruins and plantations on St John, USVI with a private guide named Tony. This was a great way to see the ruins up close without being in a large tour group. What we didn't expect was a mode of transportation! It was...
In episode 111, we explore St. John's beaches, including Caneel Beach by dinghy. We rented a dinghy from Wharfside Watersports in Cruz Bay for the day.
Links:
www.wharfsidewatersports.com
www.chillaxincharters.com
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we're taking the week off this week. Tune in next week, as we continue our St. John tour. Next week we rent a dinghy and check out the northern beaches.
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In episode 111, Scott and I take the ferry to St. John to explore the island during our last few days in the USVI. Be sure to tune in to the next few episodes as we explore the island and bring you along. We stay at the Gallows Point Resort and give you a...
In episode 110, we scheduled a sunset sailing cruise with Lyric Sails around St. Croix, but we experienced days of rain squalls. This delayed our trip and in the meantime we explored a little bit of St Croix and made do. That's what boaters do!
Be sure to...
In episode 109 we continue to explore St Croix and visit Fort Christiansvaern and we also sail to Buck Island for a day of snorkeling. Be sure to check out our previous videos prior to arriving to St. Croix.
For more info on Caribbean Sea Adventures visi...
In episode 108 we fly to St Croix on a seaplane and land in beautiful turquoise waters. It was amazing how clear and beautiful the bay was. Check out the video and find out what it's like to fly on Seaborne Air and our suite at the Buccaneer Resort on St C...
In episode 107, we check out the infamous Coki Beach on St Thomas which was just a 5 minute walk from our hotel the Wyndham Vacation Club. Sadly, we were disappointed, so if you know of ways we can help, please leave your comments down below. Next week, we...
In episode 106, we finally arrive to St Thomas and explore Charlotte Amalie and the infamous Mountain Top Souvenir shop. The views were amazing, so be sure to watch this episode.
Many folks have asked, what does this trip have to do with a liveaboard or ...
In episode 105, Scott and Ally of Boating Journey finally arrive in the USVI, after 24 months of planning and delays. Originally planned as a bareboat charter trip to the BVI, covid forced us to move that trip to 2022 and change our trip to a land base j...
In episode 104, we take you on a tour of a historical houseboat the MV Lotus located at South Lake Union. This houseboat is available for overnight stays and for special events. Thank you to our tour guide Scott for the hospitality!
Links:
www.mvlotus.org...
In episode 103, we meet with Rob Pedrini of Pacific Nautiques to learn more about the Nautique GS22E all electric tow boat and go for a cruise on Lake Tapps! This is a very cool boat and very eco friendly. This boat is currently for sale and you can get sp...
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