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since I am a complete newbie to this, I would like to chime in here...
I have a specific goal in mind. I waould like to take some time off, and cirgumnavigate specifically, spending a bit of time in/around austrailia, new zealand, and around Europe/med-north sea.
I am in no way experienced enough nor financially able to do this now, but my long range goal is 10 years. That gives me enough time to learn, get certifications and save for a boat and travelling expenses (I am hoping sattelite internet is more accessable so I can work on the trip)
At any rate, back to the topic, in todays market, I could pick up a used Beneteau 38' for around 60-80k $USD. Now anything larger than a 40, in my mind, would be too much. But I am currently in a Catalina 25 and it's rather cramped for extended periods of time. I am average height, 6'1" and I would like to be able to stand up straight inside. Also, keep in mynd that my girlfriend who by then could verry possiblly be my wife will come along.
I would also like to have some basic creature comforts, such as a tv/vcr/dvd system, and since I am a techie and earn my living online, I would like to have some basic computer abilities.
I live in a very humble setting now, I drive an old car, have a small place that costs me next to nothing. and I don't really have a lot of "stuff", but things that I do have, that I use frequently, I try to make as nice and comfortable as possible.
Anyway, the point is, while I understand that it can be done in a much smaller boat, realistically, for my needs, I am looking for a 36-40 footer.
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