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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


10 Everyday Things That Become Surprisingly Difficult When Living on a Boat
Life on a boat is full of incredible moments—but even the simplest everyday tasks become surprisingly complicated. From laundry and shopping to water, electricity and sleep, here are 10 things nobody tells you about living on a boat.
ericaoliviasilva24
Aug 45 min read


Ramsgate Marina Review (2026): Costs, Facilities & Liveaboard Guide
We spent eight days living aboard at Ramsgate Marina. Here's what we paid, what we loved, and whether we'd stay again in our honest 2026 review.
ericaoliviasilva24
Aug 35 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


🛰️ 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


Hidden Costs of Living on a Boat in the UK (No One Tells You This)
They say living on a boat is a cheaper, simpler way of life. And while the freedom is real, the 'hidden' costs can be a wake-up call. From the £1,000 rudder repair to the reality of £96/month internet, we’re breaking down everything that sits outside the neat little budget—so you can go into boat life with your eyes wide open.
ericaoliviasilva24
Apr 206 min read


One Stop… That Turned Into a Year ⚓
What was meant to be a short stop in Brightlingsea turned into a whole year of boat life, slow days, big moments, and getting properly settled aboard.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 172 min read


Our First Month Living Aboard a Sailboat: What We Learned
What is it really like to live aboard a sailboat? Here’s what we learned during our first month living on our 44-ft Kelly Peterson with our boat cat Luna.
ericaoliviasilva24
Mar 33 min read
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