[sv_makai]

Some of the starving artists we have met have pretty nice boats!

Usaully it is difficult to think about how to make money short of a specialized skill before setting out. Many cruisers we know who work and travel have seen gaps and were able to recognize them and fill them in for money. Many of the working cruisers we have met were able to apply the land based skills to water based work.

You stated you have a great skillset for cruising, but don't want to be a mechanic, etc. Making money while cruising can be difficult as there are many who are doing the same thing and already out here. Good artists there are many, great mechanics, there are few.

One of my favorite cruiser workers is Chris Doyle of the guide fame. What a better way to make a living, check it and compile info from those who have gone before and get paid.

My point is there are a lot of opportunities and depending on your skill set what can be applied. Just look around, but like any business it takes time to build.