On Sep 7, 10:21*am, "Steve B" wrote:
"clarenceestil" wrote in message

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This was a thought that just brushed on my mind,
What kind of size would be suitable for a livaboard boat? that would be
in the sea. I quite fancy the idea of going from port to port. What kind
of budget/ size of boat would I need to be looking for?
I am in the US
Thank You

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clarenceestil

It all depends on your constitution. *People have lived on tiny boats for
long periods of time for centuries. *Having modern conveniences makes it a
little better, but it takes a special mindset to put up with the lifestyle.
I lived on large boats while working in the Gulf Of Mexico as a diver. *You
have your own very tiny individual space, consisting of a bunk, possibly a
drawer and/or a locker. *If not, you live out of your bags.

As to cost, that would be relative on the craft, and your luck in the
weather, and how much you used for fuel vs. wind. *And even then, you need
to replace sails and rigging.

Lots of people do it and have done it. *Perhaps someone will chime in who's
BTDT.

Steve

There was a great discovery channel with Survivor man living with the
sea gypsies of the South China Sea... These people live their whole
lives on small boats, with the whole family. The only time they ever
hit shore is one small island for firewood. It was interesting that I
got the impression that these folks got somewhat "landsick" being on
the shoreline and didn't like it at all. Another interesting thing was
the folks who lived right off (about 75 - 100 yards) shore but were
not considered residents of that country as were the folks a few yards
away who's homes were connected to land.. All on stilts..

Check it out if it comes on again..