Budget Cruising/Bluewater Cruising

[soul searcher]

Forgot to say for little bit that we talked to them they seemed like thy were
really nice and enjoying themselves I havn't had time to read the blog yet.
And yes the Bahamas are very expensive we only ate out four times.
And John is right throw the budget out it wont work. just go!! It will be like nothing and everything that you dreamed.

[Davidrogerson]

Looking on the insurance side if you read the I.M.O's report on what an ocean going vessel should have and apply it your insurance will be greatly reduced. It is reduced even further if you hold a relevent qualification e.g MCA/RYA Yachtmaster.
As for those suggesting sextant it's all well and good if you know how to use one. God knows i've forgotten the only people i know personally who can Teach it!

[kwaltersmi]

This is a good thread that might serve the community well by being stickied. I know I plan to re-visit this thread for ideas as time goes on.