Wallas 88DU Diesel Hob and Wallas 86D Diesel Oven: Safer and Better Than a Gas Cooker on a Narrowboat?
Living or leisure use of a narrowboat presents unique challenges and opportunities, particularly when it comes to cooking. Traditional gas cookers have long been the standard, but diesel-powered alternatives like the Wallas 88DU Diesel Hob and the Wallas 86D Diesel Oven offer a safer, more efficient, and more convenient option. Here’s why boats with Wallas […]
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 […]