The Life Aquatic - Mark and Jennifer Prince prepare to set sail forever

Mark and Jennifer have been planning to quit the rat race for years - seven years in fact - and they are now just days away from casting off and setting sail... possibly forever. They downsized some time ago and since 2009 have been gradually ridding themselves of their belongings. They were so determined to buy a sailboat and make good their escape that they made a pact to not buy anything that didn't help their 'mission'. Now THAT is dedication. Many of you will recognise them from their popular website or from the name of their boat, SV Luna Sea. You can follow Mark and Jennifer's progress by visiting http://sailinglunasea.com, where there is also a handy countdown to their departure. You'll also find them on Twitter and Facebook. They spoke to Mike McDowall from their mooring in Savannah, Georgia.