Destinations

Argh and Argh

Brittany Meyers — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:39:27 GMT

That's "rest and relaxation" in old time pirate speak, in case you didn't know....we're in the BVI, after all.

A Voyage with Superior Charters

Elaine Lembo — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:27:54 GMT

The Apostle Islands, situated in North America's largest freshwater lake, are the setting for a sail in luxury aboard Windwalker, a fully crewed Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 509.

Sail in the Bahamas, Marquesas, San Francisco, Lake Superior, Maine

Elaine Lembo — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:05:36 GMT

Incentives are blooming this spring. Here’s a field fresh with opportunities.

Adventure Charter: Thailand 2014

jen.brett — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:57:50 GMT

Join us for an Adventure Charter in Thailand, February 9 to 20, 2014, and sail amid the stunning scenery of dramatic limestone cliffs and sheltered anchorages. We will explore the Andaman Sea—where the sailing is safe, and the living is easy—on boats from Dream Yacht Charters.

Five Years of Cruising Aboard Osprey

jen.brett — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:50:17 GMT

Wendy Mitman Clarke shares her favorite photos from her family's journey aboard Osprey. Check out the highlights from the Bahamas, Central America, Bermuda, and the U.S. East Coast.

In the Caribbean? Hop Aboard, Take the Helm, and Have a Ton of Fun with Horizon Yacht Charters

Elaine Lembo — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:15:09 GMT

Between May 1 and July 31, 2013, set the hook in a different anchorage every night with these captain-only, partial week charters.

BVI Spring Regatta

jen.brett — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:28:01 GMT

The popular Caribbean event starts tomorrow, Friday March 29th.

2013 Penobscot Bay Rendezvous

jen.brett — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:31:08 GMT

Registration is now open for this popular Maine event, which takes place August 15-18, 2013.

Cruising Haiti Update

jen.brett — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:23:16 GMT

The Seven Seas Cruising Association appoints Host for Ile à Vache, Haiti.

Hobie Scores in Everglades Challenge

jen.brett — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:39:54 GMT

An outrigger-equipped Hobie Mirage Adventure Island came in first in class in the 300+ mile race through the Florida Everglades.

Northern Light Explores Antarctica

elawson — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:39:20 GMT

Deborah Shapiro and Rolf Bjelke explore the island around Antarctica in their series, Pearls Around the White Contenent. Check out the astonishing photographs from their trip.

Pearls Around the White Continent Part IV: Home, Sweet Home

DEBORAH SHAPIRO, PHOTOS BY DEBORAH SHAPIRO AND ROLF BJELKE — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 19:58:44 GMT

In Part IV of this five-part series, Deborah Shapiro and Rolf Bjelke, on board their 40-foot steel ketch, Northern Light, return to places on the Antarctic Peninsula that they first visited in 1984. Their pleasure turns to dismay, however, when they become witnesses to the profound affects brought to the region by climate change. Click here for previous installments.

A Passage Too Brief in the Pacific Northwest

Alvah Simon — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 23:05:36 GMT

Spurred on by the calendar and approaching seasonal gales, the crew of Roger Henry still manages to feast on Canada’s bounty of cruising delights.

Chartering in Panama

elawson — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:51:10 GMT

A weeklong charter on the Caribbean side of Panama ends and takes on a new life—on the Pacific side, at the entrance to the world-famous canal.

Sailing In Panama and on the Run from Nemo of the North

Elaine Lembo — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:54:13 GMT

A weeklong charter on the Caribbean side of Panama ends and takes on a new life—on the Pacific side, at the entrance to the world-famous canal.

Wildlife Wisdom: Tips for Encounters with Animals Ashore

Alvah Simon — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:38:04 GMT

If on your visit ashore you anticipate an encounter with large wild animals, know the times, seasons, and places that require special caution. Consult local officials when possible.

Laid Back in Bocas del Toro, Panama: You Can Charter Here?

Elaine Lembo — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:14:48 GMT

Sure you can. Elaine Lembo experiences it first-hand.

Best Days of Our Lives on a BVI Charter

Peter Nichols — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:43:59 GMT

A divorced father treasures the time with his young son on a bareboat charter.

Sail Polynesia in the Tahiti Pearl Regatta

Elaine Lembo — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:54:37 GMT

Sarasota’s New Mooring Field

Janis Frawley — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:20:07 GMT

This Florida Gulf Coast city has laid out the welcome mat for cruisers.

Hanging with Hephaestus: Visiting the Lunenburg Foundry

Wendy Mitman Clarke — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 21:19:21 GMT

The Lunenburg Foundry makes stuffing boxes, cast-iron stoves, and marine engines. A visit gives new meaning to the term heavy metal. Off Watch from our December 2012 issue.

A Harbor Happening in Punta Gorda

Tom Freeland — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:15:06 GMT

Locals and visiting sailors gather for a good time in this picturesque southwest Florida harbor.

Sea of Cortez, France, Turkey, Antarctica

Elaine Lembo — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:59:30 GMT

Santa says there’s still time to get in on any of the upcoming CW Adventure Charter trips. Start with the Sea of Cortez flotilla, Feb. 8-16, 2013.

A Journey Through the Galapagos

Mark Pillsbury — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:08:48 GMT

During a weeklong visit that’s as spectacular as it is educational, CW’s editor learns from naturalists about the evolution of both the islands of the Galápagos and their flora and fauna. From our December 2012 issue.

Far, Far Away

Ben Zartman — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:25:28 GMT

For this family of liveaboard sailors, “home” proves to be a fluid concept. Under Way from our November 2012 issue.