Island Packet 42 Motor Sailer on the water
Island Packet Launches 42 Motor Sailer
Designed for modern cruising sailors, the 42 MS combines the liveaboard comfort of a trawler with Island Packet’s sailing DNA.
Ensenada, Mexico
Aiming for Mexico, Part 6: Good Times and Diesel Dreams
Cruising life peaks in Ensenada with wine, repairs, and a diesel-soaked mishap before the Avocet crew sets sail again.
Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke
Oyster Yachts Appoints Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke as CEO
A seasoned engineer and competitive sailor steps in to lead the next chapter for the British bluewater yacht builder.
kye 51 ketch at sea
Salty Coffee Sailing Offers Offshore Passage Training from Canada to the Caribbean
Expedition sailing outfit provides hands-on passagemaking experience aboard a Skye 51 performance cruiser.
Ongoing sailing in windy conditions, looking forward towards dark clouds with the sun shining through.
10 Seamanship Skills Every Sailor Should Master
Refine your cruising instincts with these essential seamanship skills that build safety, confidence, and resilience at sea.
Wedge XT flashlights
Two Rugged, Rechargeable Flashlights Worth a Spot in Your Ditch Kit
Streamlight’s Wedge XT and Wedge models offer durable, compact lighting with practical features for boaters.
St Lucia Pitons from the water
One Year, One Boat, One Epic Family Sailing Adventure
From snow in Maine to sunshine in Bequia, our six-month cruise proved that the best way to grow together is to go together.
Sailing yacht race
Classic Beauty Returns: Vineyard Cup Set to Sail Around Martha’s Vineyard
More than 30 classic yachts will race in the Vineyard Cup, the second stop of the Classic Yacht Challenge Series.
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Sailboats

Island Packet 42 Motor Sailer on the water
Island Packet Launches 42 Motor Sailer
Designed for modern cruising sailors, the 42 MS combines the liveaboard comfort of a trawler with Island Packet’s sailing DNA.
design rendering of the EXP44
Van Gorkom Unveils New EXP44 Aluminum Pilothouse Cutter
Rugged 44-footer promises bluewater range, expedition-worthy performance, and a customizable interior.
Horizon Power Catamaran
Silent, Emissions-Free Cruising
Horizon Power Catamarans and Two Oceans are pioneering a much quieter cruising experience.
Voyage 510 rendering
First Look: Voyage 510 Catamaran
With strong performance bones and luxury fit for private ownership or charter, the 510 carries on the Voyage legacy.
Stem 50 hull in Italy
Stem Marine to Debut 52-Foot Aluminum Cruiser
The 52-foot aluminum sailing yacht is designed for long-range autonomy, safety, and short-handed cruising.
Pegasus 67 rendering
Pegasus Yachts Unveils Owner‑Focused 67‑Foot Offshore Cruiser
This newly launched 67‑foot concept balances bluewater ease and family comfort in a manageable, high‑performance hull.
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Hands-On Sailor

Ongoing sailing in windy conditions, looking forward towards dark clouds with the sun shining through.
10 Seamanship Skills Every Sailor Should Master
Refine your cruising instincts with these essential seamanship skills that build safety, confidence, and resilience at sea.
Rope clutches and two-speed self-tailing winches
Rigged to Rip: How Trimarans Maximize Speed and Simplicity
From roller furlers to square-top mains, today’s trimarans offer big speed and smart sailhandling for coastal cruisers.
Professional sailor on a yacht
Modern Sailing Navigation: High-Tech, Meet Tradition
While electronics enhance navigation, sailors still need to know the basics—charts, compass, and reading the wind.
Fireworks shooting off of a boat on the water
What Boaters Should Expect on the Water This July 4 Weekend
With fireworks, heat, and high traffic converging on America’s busiest boating weekend, here’s how to stay safe.
Man painting his sailboat
Boat Painting Tips: Avoid Print-Through and Paint Failure
Painting a boat isn’t just cosmetic—color choice, prep work and hardware removal all impact durability and long-term results.
Adding a manual shut-off valve to prevent flooding
DIY Shore Water Safety System for Boats
A solenoid valve, latching relay, and new plumbing protect this liveaboard cruiser from dangerous freshwater leaks.
Anchor Alert app illustration
PredictWind Launches Anchor Alert App for Safer Nights Aboard
New drag-alert app integrates with PredictWind’s DataHub for real-time anchor monitoring, remote notifications, and peace of mind.
Sailboat anchored in Dundas Harbour, Canada
How to Stay Calm and Survive Onboard Emergencies at Sea
Veteran sailor Jimmy Cornell shares how staying calm and prepared can turn onboard emergencies into survivable events.
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Destinations

Aerial view of the harbour, beach and lighthouse in Hope Town on Elbow Cay off the island of Abaco, Bahamas.
Bahamas Fee Increases Spark Concern Among Cruisers and Marine Industry
Cruisers react to fee hikes in the Bahamas, where new regulations and permit costs are sparking concern across the sailing community.
Canoes coming out to greet the author
Islands of Intrigue: Cruising Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s remote shores offer an unforgettable blend of natural wonders and genuine human connections.
Sailboat near Sucia Island
Row Hard, Sail Harder
A quest for cruising perfection turns into a battle with fickle winds, strong tides, and blistered hands in the Salish Sea.
Christophe Harbour Marina
Safe Harbor Acquires Christophe Harbour Marina in St. Kitts
Safe Harbor adds Christophe Harbour Marina in St. Kitts, expanding premium services for cruising boats in the Eastern Caribbean.
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Cruising Lifestyle

Ensenada, Mexico
Aiming for Mexico, Part 6: Good Times and Diesel Dreams
Cruising life peaks in Ensenada with wine, repairs, and a diesel-soaked mishap before the Avocet crew sets sail again.
Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke
Oyster Yachts Appoints Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke as CEO
A seasoned engineer and competitive sailor steps in to lead the next chapter for the British bluewater yacht builder.
kye 51 ketch at sea
Salty Coffee Sailing Offers Offshore Passage Training from Canada to the Caribbean
Expedition sailing outfit provides hands-on passagemaking experience aboard a Skye 51 performance cruiser.
St Lucia Pitons from the water
One Year, One Boat, One Epic Family Sailing Adventure
From snow in Maine to sunshine in Bequia, our six-month cruise proved that the best way to grow together is to go together.
Sailing yacht race
Classic Beauty Returns: Vineyard Cup Set to Sail Around Martha’s Vineyard
More than 30 classic yachts will race in the Vineyard Cup, the second stop of the Classic Yacht Challenge Series.
Southampton International Boat Show
Southampton Boat Show Expands Sustainability Push
UK’s largest marine show organizers roll out bold new initiatives to reduce environmental impact and reward exhibitors leading the way.
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Brokerage

Hinckley at anchor
Used Boats We Love: 2001 Hinckley Sou’wester 59CC Zanetia
A timeless classic, the 2001 Hinckley Sou’wester 59CC blends heritage craftsmanship with modern offshore cruising performance.
Sailboat on the water at sunrise
Ode to Matsya: Classic Sailboat Seeks a New Steward
Own a piece of sailing history—Matsya, a classic Herreshoff Marlin, is ready for a new steward to cherish her timeless grace.
Bluewater cruising
How to Pick the Right Boat for Island-Hopping Bliss
BVI-based yacht broker Ted Reshetiloff shares expert tips on boat shopping, Caribbean cruising and navigating yacht ownership in the islands.
Yacht sailing in an open sea at sunset.
How to Buy a Boat: Smart Tips for Smooth Sailing
These tips for selecting the right ride will help you feel happier, safer and smarter out on the water.
Yachtr
Brokerage Platform “Yachtr” Launches
Yachtr gives brokers a new option to list their yachts, and potential buyers an intuitive platform to browse available yachts and boats worldwide.
Annapolis Boat Show
Finding Real Joy in Boat Ownership
The happiest days in most boat owners’ lives, it turns out, have nothing to do with buying or selling the boat.
Lagoon catamaran on the ocean
Lagoon is Renovating Older Catamarans
The program is called Neo, and boats that go through it come with a new manufacturer’s warranty.
Boat show
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.
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Gear & Electronics

Wedge XT flashlights
Two Rugged, Rechargeable Flashlights Worth a Spot in Your Ditch Kit
Streamlight’s Wedge XT and Wedge models offer durable, compact lighting with practical features for boaters.
Aerial of a sailboat on the water
Flexiteek Expands Synthetic Decking Line with New Tritone Finish
New Tritone plank adds natural wood variation and environmental benefits to Flexiteek 3 platform.
Humpback whale tail and sailboats in background
Whale Alert App Launches in Europe for Boaters
Now available across European waters, the free Whale Alert app gives boaters real-time alerts to help avoid ship-whale collisions.
Sailor wearing the PFD
Mustang Survival Launches Elite 120 and 190 Inflatable Life Jackets
A redesigned fit, proven hydrostatic inflation, and advanced bladder tech give serious boaters a new level of safety and comfort.
Garmin quatix 8 watch
Garmin’s quatix 8 Watch Adds Voice Control and Sailing Tools
The quatix 8 smartwatch brings voice helm control, diving durability, and marine nav tools to Garmin’s wearable lineup.
Nautitech catamaran
SEA.AI Vision Tech Comes to Nautitech Catamarans
Nautitech now offers SEA.AI’s object-detection tech as an option across its catamaran lineup, boosting safety for offshore cruisers.
waterproof remote for the RemigoOne
Remigo Launches Remote Control for Its Electric Outboard
New tiller-mountable, waterproof remote offers flexible, secure throttle control—on board or in hand—for the RemigoOne electric outboard.
Anchor Alert app illustration
PredictWind Launches Anchor Alert App for Safer Nights Aboard
New drag-alert app integrates with PredictWind’s DataHub for real-time anchor monitoring, remote notifications, and peace of mind.
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Voyage 510 rendering
First Look: Voyage 510 Catamaran
With strong performance bones and luxury fit for private ownership or charter, the 510 carries on the Voyage legacy.
Mike and Cyndi Crosby
From Charter Dreamers to Catamaran Owners: A Life Built Under Sail
A charter in the BVI lit the spark. Years later, Mike and Cyndi Crosby are living a cruising life of their own design.
USVI port
USVI Charter Industry Responds to BVI Fee Hike with Call for Reciprocity
VIPCA urges USVI to match BVI charter fees, warning of job losses and economic fallout if no reciprocal action is taken.
Le Boat chartering the Canal du Midi
Le Boat Announces “Discover France”
New for 2025, the company is offering additional experiences in the historic canals of France.
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