A distress call from remote Raja Ampat Friday night, 21 February 2025: Miranda Baker and Elliot Russo are anchored inside an isolated coral reef lagoon in remote West Papua—hundreds of...

Online sailing communities and apps: Speaking to Sailing La Vagabonde stars This article by Yachting World (March 2025) explores how social media has changed how cruisers meet and communicate. Modern...

A number of communications issues in Tonga are having a serious impact on cruisers. Not only has Starlink been shut down, but the undersea fibre has been damaged and repairs...

This blog post from Sailing Totem gives an overview of how Starlink is currently utilized in the greater cruising community and details on installation, modifications, service plan, and other required...

Sam Fortescue explores the best onboard wifi options for leisure sailors, including routers and satellite services, to ensure efficient navigation, business connections, and social media connectivity. You can read the...

When planning a long-distance cruising adventure there are many factors to consider. Probably most important are the on board systems and equipment that you invest in to make life on...