Cruising Lifestyle

If elegant is what you’re after, then lamb chops are the way to go.

A boater from an early age, her husband reintroduced her to life on the water when they bought a 1984 Island Gypsy to explore the PNW.

Despite the best-laid plans, nothing on a boat ever goes how it's supposed to go, even when expectations are low.

At 65, Stephen Dunn finally bought the boat of his dreams. Then, he realized he had to learn how to run her.

For "A Dash of Salt" columnist Chris Caswell, DIY boat projects conjure memories of doctoring by hook, by crook or by duct tape.

This Grand Banks Alaskan 46 owner has seen a lot over his lengthy career. Today he still makes time to give back to the boating community.

A model maker applies zenlike focus to creating masterpieces in miniature.

First curated in our galley, here's one of the most delicious things you'll ever eat for breakfast.

This simple method has kept my boat free from seagull attacks for nearly five years.

Damn, I like having a captain.

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

Selling everything to go cruising for a few years is the best decision we ever made.

We didn’t know it, but our boats are chanting mantras to us every time we use them.

A couple spends seven years exploring the Northwest Passage and beyond.

Equally healthy and tasty, here's a method that turns out perfectly cooked fish every single time.

People are buying two things during the Covid-19 pandemic: boats and dogs. Both require training and practice.

Are you and your partner bound for bulkhead bliss? Find out now.

This proud Fleming 55 owner isn't afraid to roll up his sleeves, taking on numerous projects to make "Patriot" her cruising best.

Buying a boat was always going to be a sacrifice—a sacrifice that the Rey family felt would pay dividends.

These soft spring rolls with crab are light, healthy and fun to make in any galley.

A trailerable trawler can open up new cruising grounds as part of driving-boating vacations.

Despite Covid-19, chartering still offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore a different way of boating.

As if we needed any more proof that dogs love to cruise.

The aroma of salmon caramelizing over a barbecue is glorious. Add this blueberry salsa, and you have pure bliss.