Work out the routine
Estimate how often you will refill water, empty waste, buy fuel and reach a shop in winter. These jobs differ sharply between a marina berth and continuous cruising.
Check your mooring status
A leisure mooring may not permit residential use. Ask the operator in writing what is allowed and what services are included before making commitments.
Keep a repair reserve
Heating, batteries, pumps and engines fail at inconvenient times. Learn the systems you can check safely, know when to call a specialist and keep enough money available for urgent work.
Before you go
- Map water and waste stops
- Confirm mooring permission
- Keep a repair reserve