SURVIVING HURRICANE SEASON ON A BOAT! ⛈️ Why We Stay in Banderas Bay, Mexico

Can you live aboard a boat full-time during hurricane season? In today’s video, we are diving deep into how we navigate storm season aboard Noeta in Mexico!

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We share why we choose to stay in Banderas Bay during the summer months, the natural geography that makes this area a premier hurricane hole, and the strict insurance requirements we must meet to keep our 57ft Nordhavn covered. Plus, we walk you step-by-step through our hands-on storm preparation checklist—from doubling dock lines and reducing windage to our evacuation plan with Gilligan.

In This Episode:

The Geography of Banderas Bay: Why mountains and bay shape offer natural storm protection.

Marine Insurance Realities: What adjusters require during hurricane season in the tropics.

Deck & Hull Storm Prep: Doubling lines, chafing gear, and stripping canvas.

Weather Tracking: The tools and apps we use to monitor tropical systems.

Pet & Crew Evacuation Plans: How we prepare if a major storm hits.

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