Sun Odyssey 49
The Jeanneau 49 has a long hull while keeping the sleek profile associated with the Sun Odyssey line. Below decks, the interior has a large saloon and port-side in-line Continue Reading →
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Lagoon 44 Catamaran
The Lagoon 44 catamaran is a revolutionary design, offering three large outdoor areas to relax. Your skipper can work the boat from the raised steering position on the fly Continue Reading →
Leopard 43 Catamaran
The yacht is excellent under both sail and power with a large mainsail, roller furling genoa and twin engines. The cockpit is well designed with 360 degree visibility from Continue Reading →
Nautitech 44 Catamaran
The NAUTIITECH 44 is an innovative, double-helmed yacht with a wide passage from one helm to another that leaves the cockpit clear. Extra seating at the helm makes this Continue Reading →
Sailing the Costa Brava, Spain: Barcelona to Cadaques
Rafael, visiting Spain from Argentina, has three objectives; brush up on his sailing skills, sail from Barcelona to Cadaques, and watch as many World Cup matches as possible along the Continue Reading →
Italy Sailing: Sailing the Amalfi Coast, Ischia and Capri
The pasticceria Dal Cavaliere is a friendly spot to wait for the incoming ferry from Naples. Bill and his family are due at 1530 which gave me time for Continue Reading →
Turquoise Turkey Sailing: Marmaris and the Bay of Fethiye
The refreshing Netsel Marina’s showers aid our 8 am departure. A light breeze allows for sailing with the genoa the 7 nm out of the bay. Over the next days Continue Reading →
Family Fun: Sailing Tortola and Jost van Dyke in the BVI
The Steins scattered to the four cabins of our 45 Leopard catamaran ‘Oak’ that I chartered out of Red Hook, Us Virgin Islands. The three teenager boys reappearing moments later: “Hey, we’ll unpack Continue Reading →
Croatia Sailing Vacation
A sail in Croatia isn’t complete without spending some time in the UNESCO world heritage city of Dubrovnik. This beautiful walled port claims to be the best remaining example of Continue Reading →
Lagoon 42 Catamaran
The yacht is designed to balance sailing excellence and cruising comfort. She is a thorough blue water cruiser with excellent sea handling, maneuvers easily, points well and can cruise Continue Reading →