Cruising Comfortably

Elective Class | Available

Beginner
10/10/2025 (one day)
10:00 AM-11:30 AM EDT on Fri
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Cruising Comfortably

Elective Class | Available

Cruising Comfortably for a weekend or a lifetime

What truly defines comfort for you on the water? How can you achieve it without compromise?

In this thoughtfully designed course, Captain Deb provides a wealth of insights and strategies for creating a comfortable, enjoyable cruising experience. From organizational techniques to practical tips for onboard living, this course empowers sailors to optimize every aspect of life at sea.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Planning and Preparation Essentials: Dispel common myths and get to the core of what’s needed for a smooth, comfortable journey—from strategic packing to keeping the essentials that make you feel at home.
  • Storage and Space Management: Learn techniques for efficient storage, organizing your galley, and transforming your boat into a personalized, functional space.
  • Navigating Nature and Conditions: Gain confidence with Captain Deb’s tips on handling weather, adapting to the elements, and working with your boat to ensure safety and stability.
  • Cruising Beyond U.S. Waters: Get practical guidance on international navigation, including customs, duties, medical preparation, and other key factors for extended trips abroad.
  • Setting Realistic Expectations: Understand the realities of life at sea and learn how to maintain comfort and contentment on the journey.

Perfect for those who prioritize comfort and organization, Cruising Comfortably offers practical, insightful advice for making your time on the water as satisfying and seamless as possible.

Deb Marlor

Captain Deb and her husband, Hugh sold their home in Boise, Idaho in 2014. Deb sold her award winning Sales & Marketing (21 years) company in 2016. The past 6.5 years, have  lived aboard their Beneteau Oceanis 381 sailboat, S/V Simplicity, full-time. They sailed the West Coast of the United States from Seattle, Puget Sound to the San Juans, to San Diego; from Houston, Texas, to Florida, stopping in Pensacola, Key West, and on up to Maine with 2 years of extensive Bahamian Island sailing including the Abacos, Eleuethra, and Exumas.  Most recently sailed to Turks & Caicos, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and heading to Grenada.  They have travel over 20,000 nautical miles along the Pacific, Gulf of Mexico, and Atlantic East coastlines and Caribbean Sea.

Captain Deb is now dedicated to helping other people who love the sea to feel confident on their vessels, offering courses for every skill level. She is also a full-time advanced Certified Transformation Life Coach through the Brave Thinking Institute. Her students find her teaching style to be easy to learn from, fun and engaging.

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