Joshua Shankle explains how to welcome guests aboard your boat while managing crew expectations to make for a successful circumnavigation. When you’re welcoming guests aboard, set expectations and ground rules early. Photo: Photos: Joshua Shankle. Whether you’re new to cruising or are a seasoned liveaboard, welcoming family, friends or new crew aboard can be both […]

Belgian skipper Quentin Debois departs Cadiz on Jan. 6 to chase a solo Atlantic record aboard a Mini 6.50, bound nonstop for the Bahamas. Courtesy Quentin Debois The call of the open Atlantic is about to get louder. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Belgian skipper Quentin Debois is scheduled to depart Cadiz, Spain, on an ambitious […]

Bilge iQ’s interface tracks pump activity and alerts owners in real time. Courtesy Wave International When a harbor master called Nick Heyes to tell him his boat was sinking, the news came with a troubling twist. A persistent leak in the shaft seal had slowly filled the bilge with contaminated water. The pump eventually overloaded […]

David strolls along the sandspit at Island Head Creek, leaving the only footprints on the otherwise untouched shore. Courtesy Lin Pardey Sahula is barely discernible, just a red dot against the green of the heavily wooded hills beyond her. The 9-foot inflatable dinghy that brought us across the river estuary to this narrow sandspit is […]

AI continues to reshape marine safety. Courtesy Sea.AI Artificial intelligence continues to move from the fringes of marine technology into the everyday tools sailors and professional mariners rely on. This week, Hefring Marine and SEA.AI announced a new partnership aimed at bringing AI enhanced vision and onboard analytics together to elevate safety and situational awareness […]


Christopher Lewis, navigator of back-to-back line honours winner LawConnect 100, shares the untold story of the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race and takes a look at what his team are up against for this Boxing Day’s classic offshore Since 1964, only two boats have won line honours in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on […]

How to prepare for your sailing trip to Italy With its stunning coastlines, charming harbours, and vibrant islands, Italy makes a perfect destination for your next sailing adventure. To make the most of this experience, here’s how to prepare for a seamless and memorable trip: Research and Planning This one should be obvious for any […]

Italy, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant marine tourism industry, has recently announced a new yacht charter tax. The Italian government is introducing this tax as part of a broader effort to increase state revenue from luxury goods and services, with the yacht industry being a major focus. Here’s a breakdown of what this […]

The world of luxury travel is about to get even more exciting with the latest addition to the global charter fleet – a new superyacht that promises to set a new standard in opulence and innovation. As yachting enthusiasts eagerly await its debut, this vessel is poised to capture the attention of high-net-worth individuals and […]

The world of luxury yachting is about to get even more adventurous with the unveiling of an exciting new itinerary for a top-tier explorer yacht. Designed for those who crave exploration and luxury in equal measure, this yacht offers guests the chance to journey to some of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations. From […]