Welcome to the Remote Work Afloat & Loop Life Academy Community
Welcome to the Remote Work Afloat and Loop Life Academy community! Both this site and Loop Life Academy are Tea & Tides Stories projects.
Whether you’re exploring the Great Loop or living a life afloat, this space is for cruisers, remote workers, and adventurous families. We’re here to share stories, tips, and resources to help you live your best cruising life—no matter where you are!
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Join the Loop Life Academy community and connect with fellow adventurers navigating America’s Great Loop. Share your journey, gain insights, and be part of a network of like-minded cruisers.
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Join the Conversation:
Connect with Fellow Cruisers & Remote Workers
Looking for a place to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with a like-minded community? Whether you’re cruising the Great Loop, working remotely from a boat, or planning your next adventure, there’s a space for you!
Where to Join the Discussion
Explore these online communities where boaters and digital nomads share insights, tips, and stories:
- 📍 NoForeignLand
- 📍 SeaPeople
- 📍 Nebo
- 📍 WhatsApp Communities
- 📍 Starlink on Boats (Facebook Group)
- 📍 Women Who Sail (Facebook Group)
- 📍 Cruisers Forum
- 📍 AGLCA – America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association
- 📍 Nomads.com
- 📍 Reddit Digital Nomads
Stay Engaged:
Join the Loop Life Academy Community
Follow Loop Life Academy's social media to share your journey, ask for advice, and connect with fellow cruisers.
Learn, Plan, and Thrive with Loop Life Academy
Whether you’re preparing for the Great Loop, navigating life as a remote worker on the water, or looking for expert advice, Loop Life Academy has the tools and resources to help you succeed.
📚 Courses & Training
Want to fast-track your cruising knowledge? Our courses provide in-depth guidance on essential topics like:
Set up reliable internet, manage work-life balance, and stay productive on board.
Get insights on adventure planning, budgeting, provisioning, and more.
🌊 Must-Read Guides & Articles
Not sure where to start? Dive into some of our most popular resources:
📥 Downloadable Resources
Get access to exclusive tools to simplify your cruising and remote work journey:
Stay on track with essential pre-trip planning.
A step-by-step guide to route planning.
Editable lists, links, and resources for Remote Work Afloat readers.
🚀 Ready to make the most of your adventure?
Check out Loop Life Academy for expert guidance, tools, and support to help you thrive on the water!
Featured Articles & Content
Here are some of our favorite articles and videos to inspire your next adventure and help you on your journey:
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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.
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Entrepreneurial Paths for Boat-Based Businesses
Living on a boat doesn’t mean putting your entrepreneurial dreams on hold—in fact, it might just be the perfect place to launch something uniquely yours. From coaching and consulting to product lines and marine services, these business ideas fit the cruising lifestyle beautifully.
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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 ]
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Business Travel While Cruising
When your remote work requires some business travel while cruising, you will need to do a little planning to know which airport to book your flights from or where you'll base your boat while renting a car. In this video, I demonstrate how we review the distance we can cover before we need to be at an airport, what we look for in a place to leave the boat, and how I plan out our route between now and our destination.