There is an ocean that is lesser known. A sea that is not often discussed. Yet, since the utter devastation...
Read MoreWELCOME TO OUR EPIC ADVENTURE

THE CREW
Meet Captain “J” and Chef Engineer “T”.
She is a former model and now a classically trained chef that is capable of creating the most exquisite French cuisine in the most minimalist environment: a boat galley!
He is a digital nomad, former software developer, business owner, digital marketing guru and strategic planning consultant.

THE YACHT
Learn more about DOUBLESTAR, our 2020 Beneteau Oceanis Yacht 62.
After owning and sailing catamarans of various sizes for 15 years, we finally pulled the trigger on building our “Dream Boat”.

THE JOURNEY
Follow along as we go where the wind takes us. Through words, images, video and music we hope to capture this epic adventure.
This legacy is not just for us and our children (and future grandchildren) but for everyone that dreams of sailing their boat around the world one day.

THE GALLEY
There is no better way to experience the local culture than through the visionary creations that Chef Engineer produces in the DOUBLESTAR galley.
When it’s not possible to simply hop in the car and drive to the local store to get the ingredients you need, you have to improvise!
WHAT'S IN A NAME?

After seeing the Oceanis Yacht 62 at the Annapolis boat show in 2018, we were driving from our home in Arizona down to San Diego to test sail a sister ship that happened to be available to us. We had been throwing names around for months but could not come up with something that felt right.
On that road trip we discovered the astronomy term “Double Star”. In observational astronomy, a double star is a pair of stars that are gravitationally bound to each other, and appear so close that they seem to be one from a distance. After 20 years together, we feel gravitationally bound to each other. Our thoughts are one, our goals are one, our love is one.
FROM THE LOG
If Hansel and Gretel had GPX data, the witch would still be alive.
What can you do with your GPX data? What is GPX data? Why should you care? If you’re on a...
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Did we make it? We had to face the reality that we may run out of fuel before reaching water...
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We're not going to make it! Yesterday I boasted about how prepared we were with our fuel situation. Turns out...
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Do you remember being a kid at the airport and being unable to resist walking the wrong way on a...
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Wondering what it’s like to spend a week or more crossing an ocean in your home? A day at sea...
Read MoreDay 4 – Sint Maarten to Panama
A spectacular moonrise, and some musings about teenage boys smelling like banana bread. It all makes sense on some level...
Read MoreDay 3 (and 2) – Sint Maarten to Panama
I originally intended to just add onto the initial post each day, but since updates don't get pushed out automatically...
Read MoreFROM THE GALLEY
Beautiful Biscotti
These almond biscuits are a real crowd pleaser and so easy to make! They originated in Italy, and are also...
Read MoreClassic French Madeleines
Famous French novelist Marcel Proust immortalized the Madeleine in his 1923 book À la recherche du temps perdu (In Search...
Read MorePumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
I had some pumpkin purée over from another meal creation, and this seemed the perfect way to ensure nothing goes...
Read MoreCopycat Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookies
Levain Bakery is a retail bakery that opened in 1995 and is located at 167 West 74th Street, on the...
Read MoreEgg Fried Rice
Egg Fried Rice When you have left overs from your Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Pork Fillet this Egg Fried Rice...
Read MoreSalisbury Steak
Salisbury Steak An American classic. The origin of the name is traced back to Dr. James Salisbury, whose theories on...
Read MoreCheese and Herb Bread
Cheese and Herb Bread This one is posted especially for Jan and Melanie, our Instagram friends on @sailing_tore! Sometimes you...
Read MorePineapple Coconut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Pineapple Coconut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting – The Contender for Beating Out Carrot Cake? The day has finally come,...
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