Why Cruise?

The simple answer: to travel, explore new places, and experience different ways of living. The less obvious answer? We wanted a simpler life—one that’s slower, more intentional, and closer to nature.

Cruising forces you to think differently. There’s no central heating or air conditioning at the push of a button. Power isn’t unlimited. Cooking isn’t as simple as turning on an electric range. We plan around the weather, tides, and wind. It’s a different rhythm, but it works for us.

That said, we’re not roughing it. We have phones, laptops, a heated mattress pad, and a fully stocked kitchen. We cook, bake, grill, and enjoy our hobbies. I paint, read, and take photos. Andy builds things, reads, and cooks. We go to the gym, hang out with friends, and take our dog for walks.

Some people assume we’re “slumming it.” The reality? Cruising teaches self-sufficiency. It’s like a long hike in the mountains—you figure out how little you actually need. Instead of calling a handyman for every problem, we fix things ourselves. It’s not always easy, but it’s rewarding.

Most of the time, we’re able to open the hatches, letting the breeze keep us cool. We use the fireplace only in colder weather. We adapt to our environment instead of forcing it to adapt to us.

One of the best parts? The wildlife. We sleep under the stars, wake up to dolphins swimming nearby, and see birds, fish, and even alligators in their natural habitat.

Andy, an experienced hiker and traveler, has taken this mindset even further. He’s spent months on trails, lived out of a backpack, and worked in extreme environments—from snowy mountains to Alaskan fishing boats. He’s a big reason I was drawn to this lifestyle, and his experience has made the transition easier.

Cruising isn’t for everyone, but for us, it just makes sense.