Sailing with kids takes specific preparation, the right boat setup, and a willingness to adjust your rhythm. This guide covers everything from choosing a family-friendly catamaran to provisioning, safety gear, and keeping children engaged at sea.
The best cruising catamarans compared: Lagoon, Leopard, Fountaine Pajot, Bali, and Excess models from 38-50 feet. New and used prices, operating costs vs monohulls, and what to inspect when buying.
An honest comparison of monohulls and catamarans for cruising: performance, comfort, costs, safety, and resale value. No tribal arguments, just practical trade-offs to help you pick the right hull type.
The honest truth about living on a sailboat: real monthly costs ($1,500-4,400), space limitations, maintenance reality, plus the genuine freedom and savings that keep 100,000+ people living aboard in the US alone.