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  • The motorhome habitation check: what is it and why your ‘van needs checking annually

    There’s no getting away from it – a motorhome habitation check is essential. A high-quality check conducted by an experienced (and if possible, accredited) technician will play an important role in ensuring you and the rest of your touring party stay safe, not only when you’re on the road but when you’re pitched up on…

  • How to power a motorhome off-grid

    Without electricity, almost nothing can function in a modern motorhome. From the toilet flush to the LED lights and the heating, not much will work without electrical power. Although gas hobs can be lit manually, gas heating systems won’t work without electricity to ignite the flame and power the blown-air fan. Almost every appliance and…

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      Passages: Cape Horn and Beyond Available Now!  Find it here Join Lin as she shares challenging sailing, gentle voyages, the shoreside encounters that await once you venture into the world of cruising under sail. Far more than just a sailing adventure, this book is also a true memoir. As she and Larry sailed north…

  • New Podcast with Lin Pardey and Paul Trammell

    Ep. 234, Lin Pardey, Passages: Cape Horn and Beyond Find Paul Trammell’s podcast here.   

  • Lin Pardey on Ahoy! The Cruising World Podcast

    Episode 4: Lin Pardey on Love, Loss, and A Life Under Sail Find the episode on Spotify here. View the article on Cruising World here.

  • May 2025

    “Moturekareka, that’s the one with the wrecked ship on it, Motuketekete, it has a nice quiet anchorage during southeasterlies, the next one we’ll sail near is Motoura, an old farm that’s now a reserve and camping spot. And if this wind stays light, we can anchor and take a walk on my favorite, Tiri Tiri…

  • January 2025

    I’m almost finished with my morning writing and eagerly anticipating heading down to work on Sahula. On days like this, preparing to set off on a voyage feels almost as fulfilling as actually being “out there.” When the cyclone season in the South Pacific draws to a close about four months from now, David and…

  • Laika unveils a sporty Kosmo campervan and a car-inspired Ecovip range

    Laika is entering the 2026 season with a new sporty Kosmo campervan and an updated Ecovip range that also takes much inspiration from automotive style. The Italian brand, part of the Erwin Hymer Group, is also including a new audio system as an optional extra in its top-notch Kreos range. Those looking for the best…

  • Celebrating 30 years of the Mercedes Sprinter

    The Mercedes Sprinter has come a long way in 30 years, with the 3-star badge a very popular base for motorhomes. It’s easy to see why, with the Sprinter having an enviable reputation for reliability. This is highlighted by the success Mercedes enjoyed at our 2025 Owner Satisfaction Awards, where the brand took the title…

  • Motorhome cookers: everything you need to know

    Many modern motorhomes have kitchen facilities that are good enough to match or even beat our domestic set-ups. At the heart of these is the humble motorhome cooker. These cookers may be slightly smaller than most home ovens, but even so, they are a brilliant appliance for creating culinary feasts when you’re pitched up at…