With that thought process, go for it. Sounds like you have a plan, can afford it, are looking for a fun getaway and gaining experience.Thanks all. We're looking at a Grand Banks 49. It is heated. We would hire a captain to go with us so we can continue getting experience and learning. We do have some charter experience and this would be a continuation of "checking out the trawler life" type trip. Was told that there could be days we need to stay in port. Other than marina reservations wouldn't really have anywhere we have to be (other than a return flight time at the end).