The Sea Witch of Sailors’ Tales
Out beyond the last glimpse of land, when the sea darkens and the wind hums through the rigging, sailors once whispered the name Mother Carey. She was said to be the sea witch herself
The Sea’s Autumn Harvest: Fishing, Fairs, and Coastal Traditions
As autumn arrives in the Northern Hemisphere and the fields yield their bounty, thoughts often turn to the land’s harvest festivals. But for coastal communities throughout history, the sea provided its own vital harvest.
Docktails: Refreshing Drinks for Sailors to Enjoy Safely at the Dock
After a day on the water, there’s nothing quite like tying up, kicking back, and watching the sun slip below the horizon. Sailors have always enjoyed the ritual of a sundowner, but cocktails and sailing don’t mix – and even when safely moored, alcohol can still carry risks. Nobody wants an evening ruined by a slip off the pontoon.
Galley Recipe – One-Pot Pasta Primavera
Fresh, light, and full of flavour, this galley recipe one-pot pasta primavera is the perfect meal to cook in a small galley or at home when you want something quick and comforting.
Sailing from the Devil to the Deep Blue Sea
At Lovesail we’re always thrilled to see our members living adventurous lives both on and off the water. One such member, Kerry Dewberry, has just released her debut book, “Sailing from the Devil to the Deep Blue Sea.”
Sailing Word Search
Here’s a bit of fun this week with a sailing word search. The history of the word search seems to date back to the 1960’s.
No Second Place: The Bold Origins of the America’s Cup
The America’s Cup has been in the news of late with both Ineos Britannia and Alinghi Red Bull Racing pulling out of the next series. I thought it might be nice to revisit the history of the competition. The America’s Cup is more than just a yacht race
Springtime Crewing Trips 2025
Explore our exciting Springtime crewing trips for 2025! Simply log into your Lovesail account and visit the Crewing Events section to discover these and many more sailing adventures. Not a member yet?