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cooked lobster tails on plate with lemon

Storm-Tossed, Lobster-Blessed: A Culinary Cruising Tale

An Australian cruising family finds moments of richness and culinary delight after a challenging passage.

Minimalist Cruising: Georgian Bay by Dinghy

The Thirty Thousand Islands is a picturesque wonderland for anyone willing to explore a bit by sailing, and a bit by rowing.

Best Practices for Boat-Show Shopping

So many sailors make the same mistakes. Here’s how to get not only the boat you love, but also the boat you need.

Savoring Superior: A Great Lakes Cruise To Remember

With our 80th birthdays approaching, we decided to sail this challenging Great Lake one last time.

Catalina Introduces the 6 Series

The 6 Series—which includes four models: the 316, 356, 386 and 426, all designed and built in the United States—has been named...

Galápagos: A Paradise Worth the Paperwork

There are obstacles to overcome as cruisers visiting the Galapagos Islands. It's well worth the effort.

Around Alone

16 sailors from eight nations participated in the 1982 BOC Challenge, bringing a diverse group of characters to the event.

Grease the Wheels of Your Boat: A Guide to Proper Lubrication

Choosing and using the right type of grease is key for onboard applications.

Sailboats

Catalina Introduces the 6 Series

The 6 Series—which includes four models: the 316, 356, 386 and 426, all designed and built in the United States—has been named...

Sailboat Preview: Elan GT6 Explorer

The Elan GT6 Explorer is scheduled to premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September.

Alubat Updates OVNI Models

The OVNI 370 and 430 now have additional features, while the first 490 has started construction.

Sailboat Review: Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

The latest generation of big French catamarans—including the Fountaine Pajot Aura 51—are grand and opulent.

A Superyacht Approach at Southerly Yachts

Concept Yachts acquired Southerly Yachts a year ago, and has since applied high-end standards.

Sailboat Review: Seawind 1170

A taut, compact cruising catamaran, the Seawind 1170 is designed and laid out for adventurous couples to set sail.

Hands-On Sailor

Best Practices for Boat-Show Shopping

So many sailors make the same mistakes. Here’s how to get not only the boat you love, but also the boat you need.

Grease the Wheels of Your Boat: A Guide to Proper Lubrication

Choosing and using the right type of grease is key for onboard applications.

A Bowsprit Reborn: A DIY Renovation Story

At one point, the monster we created weighed more than 300 pounds, but we tamed it into a thing of beauty for bluewater sailing.

Rigging Redo: Our Switch to Synthetic

Here's why we chose synthetic rigging for the backstay on our sailboat, Totem—and how it went.

Top Tools for Sailboat Cruising: Must-Have Gear for 2024

Having the right tools on board can make troubleshooting and repairs a whole lot easier.

Made for Shade: Cockpit Cover Options

Adding the right-size cockpit cover is as much an art as a science.

Blackwater Wisdom for Holding Tanks

The right design and materials can all but eliminate onboard odors and bacteria on your boat's holding tank and plumbing system.

5 DIY Basics For Your Diesel Engine

Every boat owner with a diesel should know how to do these five essential tasks on their engine.

Destinations

Minimalist Cruising: Georgian Bay by Dinghy

The Thirty Thousand Islands is a picturesque wonderland for anyone willing to explore a bit by sailing, and a bit by rowing.

Savoring Superior: A Great Lakes Cruise To Remember

With our 80th birthdays approaching, we decided to sail this challenging Great Lake one last time.

Understanding Wind in the West Indies

The biggest mistake you can make is to let down your guard when sailing in these islands.

Galápagos: A Paradise Worth the Paperwork

There are obstacles to overcome as cruisers visiting the Galapagos Islands. It's well worth the effort.

Cruising Lifestyle

Minimalist Cruising: Georgian Bay by Dinghy

The Thirty Thousand Islands is a picturesque wonderland for anyone willing to explore a bit by sailing, and a bit by rowing.

Savoring Superior: A Great Lakes Cruise To Remember

With our 80th birthdays approaching, we decided to sail this challenging Great Lake one last time.

Around Alone

16 sailors from eight nations participated in the 1982 BOC Challenge, bringing a diverse group of characters to the event.

Aerial photography of islands off the coast of the Bahamas

From Paradise to Medical Emergency: A Bahamas Nightmare Turns Lesson Learned

A preexisting condition leads to a rapidly advancing infection in the Bahamas Out Islands—and a sudden change of cruising plans.

Free Medical Advice: The Unwarranted, Unprofessional Edition

The best thing you can pack in your first-aid kid is enough common sense not to get hurt in the first place.

Gatekeepers of the Waterway

Bridge tenders might just be the unsung heroes of the waterways. Here’s a look at the daily grind from behind the VHF.

Brokerage

Best Practices for Boat-Show Shopping

So many sailors make the same mistakes. Here’s how to get not only the boat you love, but also the boat you need.

Pre-Owned: 1988 Hylas 47

The bluewater-capable sailing yacht Onegin offers a combination of classic design, modern amenities and exceptional seaworthiness.

For Sale: 1984 Camper & Nicholsons 58

This classic 58-footer, located in Annapolis, Maryland, has been well-maintained and upgraded by its owners.

For Sale: Little Harbor 63 Ketch

The timeless 63-footer Karuna is ready to set sail with its next owner after recent upgrades.

For Sale: 2003 Saga 48

After extensive upgrades, the Saga 48 Arctic Raven is ready for a new owner.

For Sale: 2015 Dufour 500 GL

“Well-loved” Madame Geneva ready to set sail with new owner.

For Sale: 2005 Tayana 48

Viking boasts great performance and easy sailing with a shorthanded crew.

For Sale: 2015 Catalina 355

This lightly used classic Catalina 355 is ready to set sail with a new captain.

Gear & Electronics

Mustang Survival’s Quadra Dry Suit

The Quadra Dry Suit is intended for shorter-duration activities in the water.

North Sails Parent Company Buys Doyle, Quantum

Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails are now among brands in the North family.

AquaChocks: Secure Tender Storage, Simplified

DAVCO's innovative AquaChocks system offers a revolutionary solution for tender storage.

Pro-Grade Sailing Eyewear

Vallon teams with Boris Herrmann and Team Malizia for glasses made from recycled fishing nets.

PredictWind Introduces PredictCurrent App

This app gives sailors a quick-view dashboard for wind, current, wave and tide height data.

How to Keep Your Windlass Working For You

It's important to think about a maintenance schedule to guard against windlass failure.

Musto’s MPX Impact is Made for Offshore

The MPX Impact Gore-Tex Pro sailing jacket and trousers from Musto are made with D3O in key places.

Awlgrip Unveils 3D Color Visualizer

On the Awlgrip website, the 3D Color Visualizer helps boaters find the perfect color for their boat.

Charter

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Cruising Tahiti: A Party in Paradise

When someone invites you to tag along for a birthday sailing adventure in French Polynesia, well, you’ve just got to go. Right?

Sailboat Review: Fountaine Pajot Aura 51

The latest generation of big French catamarans—including the Fountaine Pajot Aura 51—are grand and opulent.

Amy Carrier sailing past The Dogs islands

Passing the Tiller

For my 80th and her 50th, I made good on a long-standing promise to teach my daughter to sail.

People jumping off a Moorings charter catamaran

For Bareboat Bliss, Embrace the Unexpected

Today’s bareboat charter options are better than ever, even if things don't always go exactly as planned.

Sailboats

Hands-On Sailor

Destinations

Cruising Lifestyle

Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Competition

Brokerage

Gear & Electronics

Charter

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