The Boating Mom: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
The last 12 have months have been, among many other things, the year for boating. Many families adopted a new interest in this type of social distancing and it is becoming more popular than ever before– as if it was not popular enough. And in between working from home, home schooling and just the day […]
Meet the Bou Crew Aboard SV Jubilee
Meet the Bou Crew, a family of five who traded life on land for full-time cruising aboard their Leopard 48, SV Jubilee. From homeschooling and spearfishing to exploring the Bahamas, discover how life at sea brought their family closer together.
Going Off the Grid in the Dry Tortugas
Sometimes we need a reality check. Moments that happen when we unplug and forget about the outside world are authentic and unfiltered. How often do you get to enjoy those moments? If you are like most people in the world today, my guess is not nearly enough. If you are looking to unplug for a […]
What It’s Like Being Two-Time Leopard Owners (Leopard 39 to Leopard 45)
What’s it like to own not just one, but two Leopard catamarans?
For Trish and Glen, their journey started with a Leopard 39 and led them back to the brand years later with a new Leopard 45. Their experience offers real insight into what it’s like to upgrade, cruise as a family, and design a boat around how you actually live onboard.
Floating Through the Heart of Florida on a Leopard 53 PC
While the salty sea is what most of us cruisers crave, have you ever considered going off the beaten path and letting your boat experience some freshwater? Look no further than navigating the Okeechobee waterway– the only navigable canal to run from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.
From California Careers to Life Aboard: How Andy and Maki Built Their Dream on a Leopard 45
After leaving behind demanding careers and years of nonstop work, Andy and Maki traded life on land for a Leopard 45 and a new adventure with their twin boys. In this Ask a Leopard Owner feature, they share how they learned to sail, prepared for life aboard, and built confidence while cruising as a family.
From Zero to Hero: Learning to Liveaboard
The dream comes alive in many ways. For some, it’s a lifelong goal to go cruising. For others, they may find their inspiration living vicariously through sailing vloggers. Then there are those who are always seeking the next adventure. Maybe it wasn’t a lifelong dream, but an accumulation of hard work and planning, with a […]
The Family That Cruises Together, Stays Together
When the Wiggins family ”” Keith, Alex, and their daughter Dannii ””decided to chuck their traditional lifestyle in Sydney, Australia to become full-time cruisers, they didn’t have far to go.
Family of Four Makes Their Dream a Reality Aboard a Leopard 45
In the beginning it was just a dream, a conversation. Driving near their home along the Southern California coastline, Andy and Marina (aka: Maki) were watching boats sail around Dana Point. Andy remembers, “Marina looked at me and asked ‘Do you have to be rich to own a sailboat?’ To which I replied, ‘Well, yes and no.’ That conversation ignited thoughts, […]
How Kevin and Elizabeth Turned a Retirement Dream Into Full-Time Cruising
After years of planning, sailing lessons, offshore passages, and boat shows, Kevin and Elizabeth traded their Arkansas real estate business for life aboard a Leopard 50. In this Ask a Leopard Owner feature, they share how they chose their boat, prepared for full-time cruising, and the lessons they’ve learned during their first year afloat.