V-Berther Or Aft-Dweller?

Friday, 7 March, 2025

Today, we tackle one of life’s most critical boat-related questions: Where do you sleep best on a sailboat? Are you a front-and-center V-berther, a snug aft-dweller, or a wild card who prefers counting stars from the cockpit? First, a quick nod to the salty purists out there—those hardy souls who swear by sleeping amidships, as…

Koko Meets Robin Williams

Sunday, 2 February, 2025

My sister recently sent us a link to a video about the comedic genius Robin Williams meeting Koko. Two legends from different worlds joining forces. And no, not our sailboat Koko—I am talking about the real-deal gorilla Koko! Watching the video, we instantly knew we had nailed it with our boat’s name. Robin had Koko…

Why Naming Her Koko?

Monday, 2 December, 2024

Naming a boat is no small task, especially when you consider the practicalities of communication over VHF with bridges, other boats, and the coast guard. We wanted a name that is short, easy to understand, and simple to pronounce and spell. But beyond practicality, we wanted a name that holds personal significance for us. After…