
Was Granma Built in New Orleans?
I’m on a mission, and I’m asking for your help. I’m researching the boat that Fidel Castro used to “invade” Cuba in 1956. Granma was

I’m on a mission, and I’m asking for your help. I’m researching the boat that Fidel Castro used to “invade” Cuba in 1956. Granma was

Candidates Donald Trump and Mike Pence promised Cuban-Americans they would roll back President Barack Obama’s initiatives normalizing relations with Cuba. That would undoubtedly include rolling

A new class of people is about to gain the right to travel to Cuba on their own boats, and this will present the U.S.

Earlier in the week the weather router said Thursday or Friday would be equally advantageous for a crossing from Havana to Key West — at

Last month marked a milestone in nautical relations between Cuba and the United States, but the occasion was marred by the boneheaded behavior of individuals

For the first time since 2004, the U.S. government has granted permission for American recreational vessels to visit Cuba. Hobie Cat racers in the Havana

An open letter to President Barack Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry; Re: Cuba. Dear Mr. President and Mr. Secretary, It’s safe to say

President Obama shook the hand of Cuban leader Raul Castro at Nelson Mandela’s funeral and set off a speculative gabfest among the taking heads. Meanwhile,

This is a sad story about a couple that lost their sailboat after hitting a reef in Cuba. I’ve been waiting to write about it

Artist Joey Blazek depicts the transfer of a harbor pilot off Texas.

Mario Vittone’s excellent adventure from Maine to Washington on an FPB 64.

The yard best known for building Billy Joel’s Shelter Island Runabout has updated the design for a new generation of cruising families.

Cruisers Yachts introduces the 38 VTR, the first model in a new series intended
for all kinds of adventures.

The newcomer to the Sport series showcases features from its larger siblings.

The newcomer to the Sport series showcases features from its larger siblings.

These families have discovered that time spent cruising makes for better relationships and creates great memories.

A boater who has owned a diverse fleet loves the versatility of his Stanley 36, a capable Downeast cruiser.

Waterfront location, history, development potential, dockage potential, signage and frontage make this a unique opportunity to invest in Cape Cod!

Even if your boat is equipped with a suite of electronics, know how to use ranges
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