Destination: Bermuda
August 1, 2025
A cruising couple discovers why this island is a great mid-ocean pit stop.
A cruising couple discovers why this island is a great mid-ocean pit stop.
The author joined a four-man crew for a 1,700-nautical-mile passage.
Elisha Taylor Baker’s painting of the vessel built in 1876 shows a moment in its infancy.
Starlink is becoming ubiquitous on sailboats,making instant connectivity everywhere a reality. That’s a good thing, right?
Scores of wooden boat festivals flaunt polished brass and blinding varnish, but none have the hippie-go-lucky vibe of Port Townsend
Seamanship is a lifelong educational experience. Start with the basics and build from there
Forecasters could not predict the weather event that sank Bayesian, but there were enough clues for the crew to be prepared
As the fall boat show season opens, some of the most exciting new models take the stage. Here’s a sampling of what to look for
The 12 inductees are a diverse group of accomplished sailors and mariners
The indefatigable sailor and writer was known for his charts and guides to the Caribbean.
It’s go time for an initiative to remove abandoned and derelict vessels.
How to dock like a pro in tight marinas and tough conditions.
All available distress signals should be used to make yourself bigger and brighter.
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These boats are icons of a short-lived, spectacular chapter in yachting history.
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The artist’s love for the coast inspires her photorealistic paintings.
Its past is filled with commercial successes, and its future is bright for recreational boaters.
The Finnish builder adds a new model to its popular 400 series.
The author developed an affordable and proven cover for his beloved sailboat.
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