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A sailor living aboard an ETAC 38 steel sailboat details the financial and practical realities of long-term cruising on a limited budget. The owner purchased the vessel for €6,000 and invested an additional €29,000 into refitting the electrical, plumbing, and interior systems.▶ 10:02 Monthly living expenses currently average between €500 and €600, covering food, insurance, and occasional port fees, though the owner notes that frequent stays in marinas significantly inflate costs.▶ 16:42 To maintain a low budget, the owner prioritizes anchoring over marinas, shops locally, and performs all maintenance personally using standard hand tools.▶ 0:00 Regarding vessel choice, the owner argues that the decision between a monohull and a catamaran is dictated solely by available capital, as catamarans generally require a significantly higher entry price.▶ 11:17 Practical solutions for daily life include using a 5-liter garden sprayer for showers rather than the boat's dedicated, undersized shower stall.▶ 21:46 The owner emphasizes that successful cruising depends more on personal resourcefulness and willingness to adapt than on high-end equipment or large financial reserves.

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