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Suffolk Yacht Harbour Review (2026): Costs, Facilities & Marina Guide
We bought our boat at Suffolk Yacht Harbour and have returned many times since. Here's our honest 2026 review covering marina prices, facilities, the famous boatyard and whether it's worth the premium price.
ericaoliviasilva24
Aug 96 min read


What Happens During a Sailboat Haul Out? (Our First UK Haul Out & What It Really Cost)
We share our first sailboat haul out in the UK, including the real costs, how long it took, what we needed, and what we learned living onboard on the hard.
ericaoliviasilva24
Aug 65 min read


Average Marina Fees UK (2026): Real Annual Costs & Prices
Average marina fees in the UK can range from £5,000 to £19,000 a year for a 44ft yacht. We share real prices, hidden costs and lessons from life afloat.
ericaoliviasilva24
Jun 157 min read


How Much Does It Cost to Start Living on a Boat in the UK? (2026 Real Breakdown)
Thinking about moving onto a boat in the UK? This real-life breakdown covers the true startup costs of liveaboard life—from buying a boat to solar, internet, and the hidden expenses most people miss.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 225 min read


🛰️ Can You Use Starlink Offshore? (UK Liveaboard Reality Guide 2026)
Can you use Starlink offshore? A real UK liveaboard guide explaining coastal vs offshore performance, coverage limits, plans, and what actually works at sea.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 213 min read


Starlink vs 5G for Boat Life in the UK (2026 Real-World Comparison)
Real-world comparison of Starlink vs 5G for boat life in the UK, covering cost, speed, reliability, coverage, and power use to help liveaboards choose the best internet setup.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 214 min read


How We Stayed Warm Living on a Boat in Winter (UK Liveaboard Life) ❄️
Think living on a boat in winter is a frozen nightmare? Think again. We’re actually warmer on our 44ft sailboat than in a house. Here’s how we do it.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 63 min read


The Ultimate 44ft Sailboat Galley Setup: High-Spec Gear for Off-Grid Living
We didn’t want to feel like we were camping on our sailboat — we wanted a galley that actually worked. After a year onboard, here’s the gear and setup that’s made the biggest difference.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 63 min read


Living on a Boat With a Cat: What It’s Really Like (Our Life With Luna)
Luna wasn’t exactly thrilled about moving onto a boat… but she’s adapted better than we expected. Here’s what life with a boat cat is really like day-to-day.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 223 min read


Liveaboard Essentials: What Actually Matters (UK Boat Setup)
We didn’t go into this blindly… We didn’t move onto a boat thinking we could wing it. If anything, I would have brought the entire house with me if I could 😅 The goal was always to create a tiny home on the water — not to rough it. But even with all that planning, a few things only really became obvious once we were actually living aboard. What actually matters living on a boat? For us, it comes down to a few key systems: Heating Power Moisture control Internet Space (this o
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 213 min read


Can Cats Live on a Sailboat? What It’s Really Like (Boat Cat Guide)
We didn’t plan on having a “boat cat”… but Luna is slowly finding her way. Here’s what it’s really like living aboard a sailboat with a cat — the good, the messy, and the unexpected.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 214 min read


Is Living on a Boat Cheaper Than Renting in the UK? (Real Liveaboard Costs)
Is living on a boat cheaper than renting in the UK? We compare real liveaboard costs with renting to see when boat life is actually cheaper.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 163 min read


How to Live on a Boat in the UK (Complete Beginner Guide)
Thinking about living on a boat in the UK? This beginner guide explains the legal rules, costs, mooring options, and what daily life is really like living aboard a sailboat.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 164 min read
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