The Floating Office
Get expert tips on remote work, navigation, and more.
Note: Many of the articles featured here were originally published on Loop Life Academy, where I share insights on cruising life, remote work, and passage planning.
When you click on certain blog posts, you may be redirected there for the full article.
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Careers You Can Do From a Boat
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Boat Life Budgeting
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Choosing the Right Boat
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Apps for Life Afloat
 
Staying in Touch While Cruising: Tools for Email, Messaging & More
Cruising doesn’t mean going off the grid entirely. Here’s how our family stays connected with email, messaging apps, video calls, and offline tools—whether we’re at anchor, underway, or out of cell range.
[Article from Loop Life Academy]
How to Use Starlink on a Boat (and When It’s Worth It)
Starlink has transformed how cruisers stay connected—but it’s not always plug-and-play. Here’s what to know about setup, usage, and whether the cost is worth it for your cruising lifestyle.
[Article from Loop Life Academy]
The Best Internet Gear for Boaters: Cellular, Satellite, and Wi-Fi Boosters
Wondering how to stay connected while working from a boat? Here’s a look at the gear we rely on—Starlink, cellular data, and Wi-Fi boosters—and how we manage power, prep offline work, and stay productive no matter where we’re anchored.
[Article from Loop Life Academy]
Top 5 Myths About Remote Work from a Boat
Curious if it’s possible to work remotely while cruising full-time? It is, but not without its challenges. Let’s debunk the biggest myths I’ve heard since moving aboard and running my business from the water.
Boost Your Boat’s Internet: Adding Extra Inputs to Pepwave Router for Remote Work
In this video, I demonstrate adding additional internet sources, such as marina Wi-Fi, to our Pepwave router. This setup ensures a stable internet connection even when our primary Starlink satellite connection encounters issues. It is perfect for remote work, homeschooling, and staying in touch with family and friends.