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The Boat Galley
Cruise With Confidence Plan
Learn the skills for living on a boat, know how to find everything you need along the way, then experience the cruising life you’ve dreamed of
Master the Essentials of Living on a Boat
Get a jump on the cruising life with our online course covering 29 foundational topics for life on the water.
Organize Your Boat Like a Pro
Learn smart, creative storage solutions for every item aboard—plus, tips on what’s essential and what to skip. Tools and Parts • Galley • Medical Supplies • Clothing and Shoes • Electronics • Hobbies
Conquer Galley Duties
From provisioning, meal planning, and food storage to the reality of a tiny fridge, our courses and cookbook will help you every step of the way.
Equip Yourself for Boat Life
Our All-Access Pass gives you lifetime access to all of our courses—current and future—at one affordable price. Build your skills, gain confidence, and master the essentials of cruising, all on your schedule. • Boat Life Basics • Storage On Board • VHF Radio • Food & Cooking • Taking a Dog • Budgeting • Hurricane Readiness • and so much more
Easily Find What You Need While Cruising
Less time spent finding what you need = more time to have fun! Fuel, water, anchorages with the right wind protection, bridge openings, free docks, laundry, propane, groceries and more – even ATMs in the Bahamas – are easy to find with our Quick Reference Cruising Guides.
Communicate Confidently on Your VHF Radio
Master routine calls and advanced features like DSC, AIS, and weather with our online course and make sure that anyone can use the radio in an emergency with our VHF cheat sheet.
Know You’re Ready for the Bahamas
Our online course, Get Ready To Cruise The Bahamas, will lead you step-by-step through preparing for your first Bahamas trip. Once there, our Bahamas Quick Reference Guide will make finding what you need simple and easy.
Simplify Boat Life with Weekly Tips
Whether you’re just starting out or have been cruising for years, cruising can have challenges. The Boat Galley Newsletter provides practical tips, advice, and ideas to help you tackle life aboard with confidence and simplicity. Get our free newsletter right in your inbox!
Be Ready for Hurricane Season
Know how to give your boat its best chance! This comprehensive course guides you through every step of storm preparation. • Location selection for optimal safety • Detailed boat prepping techniques • Crucial post-hurricane steps Best practices for cruising in hurricane season are also covered.
Tested Tips in Bite-Sized Pieces
The Boat Galley Podcast brings short, actionable insights on everything from provisioning to maintenance. Over 750 episodes ranging from 5 to 15 minutes—perfect for walking, driving, or daydreaming about life on the water.

Find the Right Tools for Your Adventure

From trusted cruising guides to in-depth courses and handy reference materials, we’ve got resources to help you navigate every aspect of boat life. Explore the categories below to get started.👇

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About Us

At The Boat Galley, we’re all cruisers. Our team of full-time liveaboards has decades of boating experience, cruising thousands of miles through US coastal waters, the ICW, the Bahamas, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and even across the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

We know the joys—and the challenges—of boat life. The steep learning curve, costly mistakes, and hours spent searching for answers can be overwhelming. We’ve been there. That’s why we’ve created practical tools, trusted resources, and real-world guides to help you skip the frustrations and focus on enjoying your cruising life.

Whether you need clear cruising guides, step-by-step courses, or reliable references, The Boat Galley is here to smooth the way. Our mission is to help you cruise with confidence—spending less time planning and more time living your dream on the water.

Curious about our story and what drives us? Learn more about us here.