Nicola Rodriguez
WHAT IF YOU JUST... SAILED AWAY?
Nicola Rodriguez did exactly that — she and her husband John quit their London careers, bought a boat, and spent 8 years sailing the world with their children. This is their story, and your guide to doing the same.
"A must for all aspiring ocean adventurers."
— Yachting Monthly
"An easy and absorbing read."
— Little Ship Club
"A fascinating read — a combination of inspirational memoir and practical how-to guide."
— Salisbury Journal
"Great guide to realising the blue water dream."
— Practical Boat Owner
Skipper's Library Book 2
Sail Away: How to Escape the Rat Race and Live the Dream
You long to escape the daily grind, buy a boat and sail away. This book will inspire your dreams and show you how to turn them into a reality — be it an extended cruise or years away.
Written by yachting journalist Nicola Rodriguez, who sailed away for 8 years with her yacht broker husband John and their two children, together with the contributions of 100 other blue-water cruisers. Part memoir, part practical guide — honest about the challenges but passionate about the rewards.
Available as an eBook and paperback on Amazon
A must for all aspiring ocean adventurers.
— Yachting Monthly
About the Author
Nicola Rodriguez
Yachting Journalist & Bluewater Sailor
Nicola Rodriguez dared to dream the impossible. She wanted to see the world with her family — her husband John and their two children. She wanted adventure, a taste of paradise, and most importantly, freedom from the demands of everyday life.
With careful planning, her dream came true. Nicola, John and their children spent 8 years sailing the world by yacht — crossing the Atlantic, exploring the Caribbean and the Bahamas and beyond. Nicola is a yachting journalist who has written for Yachting Monthly, Yachting World and SAIL magazine, and she brings her expertise — and hard-won personal experience — to every page of this book.
John also runs John Rodriguez Yachts — a respected specialist UK based bluewater yacht brokerage for those ready to make the leap.
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What readers are saying
"I loved this book — it covered almost everything I was looking for. I had the book today and I read the whole book in one evening. It really gives you a sense of where to start. Brilliant."
Mike Hatherall
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"We love this book! It's full of the most fascinating information and handy tips. I'd highly recommend it to anyone, either just as a lovely book to read and dream over, or as a practical accompaniment to a round the world trip."
Pip R.
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"I met the author when I helped deliver their yacht. I bought it straight after and thoroughly enjoyed the read. A lovely story of trials and tribulations on an amazing journey. Definitely recommend it."
A. Martin
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Your adventure starts with a single page.
Stop dreaming about the horizon. Start sailing towards it.
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