Slow Travel, Anchor Choices and Family Rhythm in the Mediterranean Sicily was one of the places that shaped our family sailing life the most. Not because everything was easy — but because it taught us how to slow down, adapt, and choose what actually works when sailing with kids. This post isn’t a list of must-see places.It’s about what worked for us as a family sailing in Sicily — and why.

What Everyday Family Life at Sea Really Looks Like Living on a sailboat with kids is often imagined as constant adventure — turquoise water, endless freedom, and exciting destinations. The reality is very different. Most days are quiet. Repetitive. Surprisingly normal. This post is about everyday family life on a sailboat — not the highlights, but the routines that actually make this lifestyle work with children.