Hi Alantic Matt,
Well done for having a dream and putting it out there that this is what you are going to do. We have just began sailing around the Med after living on a boat for 2 years in Falmouth. I would highly recommend that actually as it really gets you used to the boat life but also saves lots of money whilst you are working or preparing for your trip. You get to know the boat, what you need and don't need, and what adaptions you need to live in your floating Castle!. I look forward to hearing your progress.

You also have lots of opportunity to practice your cooking and food buying in prep for your voyage.