So let me preface my question (and my first post) with a little about me. I'm from the US, and I'm planning on retiring in the next four years. I have purchased a 35' motorhome and my intention upon retirement is to sell my home and travel North and Central America. I'm currently 52, so I feel pretty certain barring some unforeseen accident/illness I'll be able to keep that up for quite some time.
Last weekend I discovered the existence of "canal life" thanks to pure chance and Amazon Prime. Quite frankly, I'm blown away. Had I known about narrowboats the direction of my last three or so year's worth of research would have gone in an entirely different direction. LOL It appears (to me) to be a wonderful blend of "getting away from it all", seeing a country rich in history/culture (and yet not so totally alien that'd I'd be lost in it) from a rather unique perspective, and financially doable (albeit with some sacrifice),
Anyway, my question.....so how long does the typical 'liveaboard' live aboard? Is the canal lifestyle sustainable into your 70s and beyond? What about for a foreign visitor? I gather as a US citizen, I can get a visa that lets me stay in the UK for as long as I'd wish (providing I can show I'm able to financially care for myself). Could I conceivably spend 10 years or so cruising through all the canals?
Weird question, I know. LOL What I've seen so far is just so....captivating.
Thanks for your input!
