
Cruising: French Polynesia
After 18,000 miles of coastal gunkholing and passagemaking, we recently found the sweet spot of cruising life in a little square of tropical ocean. It

After 18,000 miles of coastal gunkholing and passagemaking, we recently found the sweet spot of cruising life in a little square of tropical ocean. It

Through the stress and strife of endeavoring to bring an old fireboat back to life, an owner finds higher purpose in his labor of love.

Waves are thrashing the sea ice in the western Arctic,
clearing a path for more boats to enter.

Aboard the Seahorse 52 “Liberty II,” an accountant
and an empty nester find freedom.

A voyage up the Northwest Passage proves
unrelenting, and yet, unforgettable.

A couple’s transpacific voyage provides valuable lessons for the long-range mind-set.

Living aboard is an intensity test for every couple’s skills, nerves and patience.


When my husband and I, a couple of thirtysomethings, would describe our plans to quit our jobs and go cruising, the news was almost always

Conversations with the legendary lensman Onne van der Wal.

Nathan and Lindsay of the 71 Percent—the can’t stop, won’t stop power cruisers—completed a “wrong way” crossing of the Pacific Ocean.

Feeling queasy on the water happens to all of us. Here’s how to identify the early signs and counter them.

An adventure aboard a 90-year-old ship brings the past to life.

A traveling boat’s toolbox is never full. Try to equip yours to handle any issues that might arise.

A small crew finds the adventure they wanted on a bucket-list journey to Greenland aboard a custom aluminum yacht.

AIS networks are a mighty addition to any onboard suite of electronics. They have significant value, but also limitations.

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If you give your engine and generators regular love and attention, they won’t let you down.

A loft-like open layout and a choice of power-train options let buyers choose their own adventure.