Charter Destinations That Demand Skill and Deliver Solitude
March 23, 2026
These locations let you leave the crowds behind, but require solid boating skills and an adventurous spirit to reach them.
These locations let you leave the crowds behind, but require solid boating skills and an adventurous spirit to reach them.
An experienced cruising couple share their favorite out-of-the-way stops along the ICW.
Whether it’s exploring history, adventure cruising or barhopping, there’s a bareboat charter that’s perfect for any mission
After running the Great Loop with her husband and two children, Alison Major was inspired to help others do it too.
A Midwestern couple with an empty nest finds the perfect cruising boat, a Chris-Craft 35 Commander, for cruising the Great Lakes
Autumn is the best time to cruise around Manhattan and up the Hudson River
A couple’s 2,900-mile cruise on a Grand Banks 47 had servings of fine food on the side.
These avid sailors say cruising together builds a better family bond.
On a trip Patagonia, the author found the best views not by on hiking trails, but from the deck of a boat.
The plywood Cruis-Along provided a practical platform for middle-class boaters during the post-World War II era.
The Hood 42 LM has classic downeast lines and shimmering varnish, along with modern technology for easier operation.
The history of Yankee and the art of living aboard.
The father and son behind Mag Bay Yachts are on a mission to craft the finest sportfishing boats ever made.
An expert can uncover problems before they turn serious and expensive.
There’s no better time than autumn to visit New York Harbor and then cruise north for leaf peeping
A beloved skiff is back in production, bringing a storied Martha’s Vineyard design and its enduring workboat heritage to a new generation of boaters.
The unassuming flatfish is a remarkable hunter that anglers obsess over.
Brechin Morgan draws inspiration from a lifetime on the water, from working aboard rugged commercial vessels to sailing solo around the world in a 27-foot boat.
A maritime attorney offers advice for buyers who lay down deposits for new builds.
