DeepSeek vs ChatGPT: Which AI Platform Reigns Supreme?

After the launch of Deepseek, I thought it would be good to do a Deepseek vs ChatGPT comparison delving into the outputs of both AI platforms. To do this, I asked each in turn to write a blog post with the following command: Write a blog post on How Brexit has affected long-term cruising yacht […]

From Dreaming to Living: How to Make Your Dream Lifestyle a Reality

Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about a life that’s a little more exciting, a little more “you”? You’re not alone. Many of us want to escape the rat race and start living the dream. But how do you go from dreaming to actually living that dream lifestyle? It might seem like a leap, but […]

Breaking Free: Why a Second Income Stream is Your Ticket Out of the Rat Race

In today’s fast-paced world, escaping the monotonous cycle of the rat race might seem like an elusive dream, especially for those earning up to £30,000 a year. However, the concept of a second income stream, is proving to be transformative for individuals seeking financial freedom and flexibility. With the rising cost of living and a […]

Second Hand Narrow Boats: Nightmare or Hidden Gem?

Ann and I set off on October 26th, heading for Droitwich Spa Marina, which had a campsite attached. £25.00 a night was a bit steep, we wanted to consider the marina as a potential mooring spot once we purchased a second-hand narrow boat. Ann had made an appointment to view a boat on Monday, the […]

New Narrowboat?: The Thought Process

As with Ruffles Spray, our thought process was to look at how much money we would be prepared to spend on a New Narrowboat. With Spray, it was a simple decision; back in 1995, we did not have £300,000 to buy a new sailing yacht; however, new narrowboats are around £140,000, so the discussion started […]

What we thought Cruising the UK Narrowboat Canals would be Like

After 18 months of Motorhoming, Ann and I were slightly disappointed in what it offered, but more about that on our Motorhome blog. Both of us wanted to get back afloat. We wanted to get back afloat, but not in a yacht and not at sea. The obvious choice would be in the French Canals, […]