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Billionaire Takes Sanctioned Super Yacht Into International Waters

Sanctioned billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, who had cleverly saved his warship like $300 million superyacht, from getting seized by hiding it in Dubai for more than two years has finally taken his yacht out in the open and is now sailing off to a mystery destination.

‘A Floating Piece of History’: How the Gucci Family Restored This 214-Foot Sailing Yacht

Allegra Gucci’s first palpable memory was aboard her family’s sailboat, the 214-foot Creole. As she recalls growing up, the world’s largest wooden sailing yacht formed a playful cocoon for water fights, running along hundreds of feet of teak decks, swallow dives into the ocean, and, at peak performance, adrenaline rushes as the boat thundered at full sail in the Mediterranean.

Florida teens washed out to sea have prayers answered by boat named ‘Amen’

The two seniors at Christ Church Academy in Jacksonville, Florida, decided to hit the beach with a group of friends in St. John's County on a senior skip day two weeks ago when the day of fun almost turned deadly. The pair jumped in the water at Vilano Beach, but made the mistake of trying to swim farther than they were able.

Sailor Cole Brauer Is Making History as the First U.S. Female to Race Solo Across the Globe: ‘It’s a...

Fifteen-foot waves crashed over the deck of Cole Brauer’s 40-foot racing yacht, First Light, in the turbulent Indian Ocean as she tried to maintain her balance in the cramped cockpit in the stern.

1988 CS 36 Ready To Set Sail For...

Leap Of Faith Now Available! This two-owner boat was purchased by the current owner in 2002 and in 2014 sailed from Canada to Mexico's Sea of Cortez where she awaits her next owner to carry on the adventure. SV Leap of Faith is a well-maintained example of the craftsmanship of this Canadian Seacraft built Tony Castro designed fin keel sloop known for is speed and comfort under sail. After spending the last 8yrs sailing around the Sea...

Exhibitor Registration Now Open For BOOT!

We have often said there is just one boat show every boater should see at least once in their lives, and that is BOOT International in Deuseldorf, Germany.. Online exhibitor registration for boot 2026, the world’s largest yacht and water sports trade fair is now open at https://www.boot.com/en/Exhibit/Trade_Fair_Participation/Online_Registration boot will take place from January 17 – 25, 2026, at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany. Robert Marx, President of boot, stated: “The last boot has shown us exhibitors...

Back In The Pacific

We anchored at the first island we could find to spend the night. In the morning we started making tracks northwestward, around Punta Mala...

‘Sailing’ From Japan to Vancouver By Way Of Alaska!

Being underway was just like being at the docks! I gotta tell ya, as we got underway there was no motion on the boat....

Healthy Cruising: Let’s Get Seriously Strong

Yes, I am a yogi. And yes, I have a regular strength training routine in addition to my power yoga mat time. Life on a...

Good Read: Emerald Bay

A novel featuring Treb Lincoln and others from A Brotherhood Of Outlaws. Treb is currently living on a sailboat in Emerald Bay, Catalina, when...

Product & Gear Reviews

Sailrite Ultrafeed Sewing Machine

While we were cruising the world, one of our most used items was our Sailrite Sewing Machine. It was surprising just how much it...

Featured New Boats: Sailboats - Trawlers - Power

New Boat Feature: Dufour 41

The Dufour 41 has been designed with a new look that focuses on the outdoor life on board. Aboard this cruising yacht that’s over...

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1988 CS 36 Ready To Set Sail For The World!

Leap Of Faith Now Available! This two-owner boat was purchased by the current owner in 2002 and in 2014 sailed from Canada to Mexico's Sea...

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Legend of The Lost Soul – Eric Stone

Eric Stone Performs an original "Legend of the Lost Soul" Kyle Rife on lead guitar, Live at the Dockside Bar & Grill

Music Videos From Pyrate Radio

From "The bob Bitchin Radio Hour" every Saturday at noon and Wednesday evening at 8pm (eastern),

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Fourth Annual SSCA Bahamas Cruisers Gathering: March 13-16, 2025

The Seven Seas Cruising Association (SSCA) in partnership with Lorraine’s Café Black Point Exumas will once again host the 4th Annual Bahamas Cruisers Gathering...

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Tradewinds 47 1986 Marine Trader

Back on the market, after a winter hiatus, Sunshine is an impeccable example of Marine Trader's quality workmanship. Just one owner whose kept her...

1982 Pearson 37

Here is a well kept example of this proven Racer/Cruiser. The Pearson 37 has been shown to perform on the race course and provide comfort...

New Boat Feature: Dufour 41

The Dufour 41 has been designed with a new look that focuses on the outdoor life on board. Aboard this cruising yacht that’s over...

Exhibitor Registration Now Open For BOOT!

We have often said there is just one boat show every boater should see at least once in their lives, and that is BOOT...

Back In The Pacific

We anchored at the first island we could find to spend the night. In the morning we started making tracks northwestward, around Punta Mala...

‘Sailing’ From Japan to Vancouver By Way Of Alaska!

Being underway was just like being at the docks! I gotta tell ya, as we got underway there was no motion on the boat....

Healthy Cruising: Let’s Get Seriously Strong

Yes, I am a yogi. And yes, I have a regular strength training routine in addition to my power yoga mat time. Life on a...

Good Read: Emerald Bay

A novel featuring Treb Lincoln and others from A Brotherhood Of Outlaws. Treb is currently living on a sailboat in Emerald Bay, Catalina, when...

…And There You Are!

Land was only four or five miles in front of me.  It had to be. That I couldn’t see anything out there didn’t alter...

Sometimes Ya Gotta Do Something Nuts!

Sometimes ya just gotta do something nuts. At least I find that I do. The day-to-day grind starts to get to me, and for...

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Kathy Brandel and Ralph Hendry GoFundMe

Kathy and Ralph, experienced adventurers, spent their retirement sailing aboard Simplicity, spending summers in New England and embracing the warmth of Caribbean winters. Their final voyage with the Salty Dawg Sailing Association crew took an unthinkable turn as Simplicity was found abandoned in St. Vincent, bearing chilling evidence of a violent struggle.

Fundraiser for Tobey

My dear friend Tobey is in a bad way. He is someone who spent his life racing and riding from Canada to Bonneville living life to the greatest glory of freedom and service to others...

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1988 CS 36 Ready To Set Sail For The World!

Leap Of Faith Now Available! This two-owner boat was purchased by the current owner in 2002 and in 2014 sailed from Canada to Mexico's Sea of Cortez where she awaits her next owner to carry on the adventure. SV Leap of...

Tradewinds 47 1986 Marine Trader

Back on the market, after a winter hiatus, Sunshine is an impeccable example of Marine Trader's quality workmanship. Just one owner whose kept her in Bristol condition. Built in 1986 and commissioned in 1987, she was ordered with the teak...