Estelle Cockcroft

Estelle Cockcroft is a seasoned sailor, catamaran expert, and co-founder of Catamaran Guru. With over 70,000 NM sailed and 30+ years aboard, she empowers new cruisers with expert advice on liveaboard life, yacht ownership, and ocean adventures.

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Catana OC50 Shines in the Rallye des Îles du Soleil

The Catana OC50 catamaran delivered an impressive showing in the most recent edition of the Rallye des Îles du Soleil, a trans-Atlantic event that brings together a diverse fleet of performance and cruising boats. This year’s rally highlighted exceptional results across the Catana Group brands and once again showcased the OC50’s capability as a true […]

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Miami International Boat Show – 2026

RSVP The Glamour of Miami Awaits—Come See the Hottest Cats on the Water. Experience the Ultimate Boaters Destination with The Most Trusted Catamaran Advisors There’s no place like the Miami Boat Show—where world-class yachts and South Florida energy come together. This year, we’re bringing our independent expertise to help you compare models, explore charter management,

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2025 Yacht Tax Shake-Up: New Rules and Costs for Global Cruisers

As international boating regulations evolve, yacht owners, buyers, and charter-management operators are facing a new wave of tax changes, fee adjustments, and compliance updates across some of the world’s most popular cruising and registration regions. From the Bahamas and Canada to Europe, the British Virgin Islands, and Turkey, 2025 is shaping up to be a

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Catamaran Gurus Private Viewing | Tour 5 Luxury Catamarans

PRIVATE VIEWING Hollywood, FL | Now Through December RSVP An Invitation to Explore Five Extraordinary Yachts — All in One Place. Join Catamaran Gurus now through the end of December at Loggerhead Marina and step aboard five beautiful yachts — the industry’s most exciting sailing and power catamarans. Whether you’re exploring ownership, comparing models, or

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The Truth About the Guaranteed Income “Boat as a Business” Pitch: Passive or Active?

The Rise of the “Yacht as a Business” Concept In recent years, Yacht Business Ownership and Yacht as a Business programs have surged in popularity — especially those promising tax advantages through Guaranteed Income Programs. Yacht management companies traditionally focused on charter operations are now marketing “hybrid” business models that combine guaranteed income with supposed

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That’s A Wrap! Thank You for Joining Us at the 2025 Annapolis Boat Show

What an incredible week at the Annapolis Boat Show! We were thrilled to reconnect with friends, clients, and fellow sailors who stopped by the Bali Catamarans display to tour the latest models, learn about ownership opportunities, and chat with our expert Catamaran Gurus brokers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Catamaran Gurus

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Sail Into Luxury Power Catamarans: GranOcean W-Series VIP Showcase

We’re thrilled to announce that Catamaran Gurus, the official U.S. dealers of GranOcean Yachts, are hosting an exclusive GranOcean Popup Event in Tampa on Saturday, October 18th—and you’re invited! This is a rare opportunity to step aboard two of GranOcean’s most extraordinary yachts: the W-72 and the W-60. From 10 AM to 6 PM, enjoy

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Muxen Systems: Simplifying and Modernizing Your Boat’s Electrical Controls

Boating enthusiasts often face a tangle of wires, switches, and electronic devices onboard. Managing lights, pumps, alarms, winches, and other systems through traditional wiring can be overwhelming, especially as boats get more complex. Modern marine technology offers a solution: Muxen systems, a term likely referring to multiplexing or digital switching systems, which streamline electrical control

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Bali Catamaran Owners Share Real-World Luxury Yacht Charter Insights

Owning and operating your own charter yacht is one thing in theory, but seeing the numbers and real-life results is another. We’ve had the unique opportunity to test this firsthand with our two Bali Catamarans: Zuri 3 (Bali 5.4) and Snapdragon (Bali 5.8). We lived aboard Zuri 3 for three years and put Snapdragon through

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Survival at Sea on a Catamaran: Liferaft, Safety Gear & Ditch Bag Essentials

Sailing a catamaran is pure magic—comfort, speed, stability, and endless horizons. But let’s be real: the ocean plays by its own rules. Even the best-maintained yacht can run into trouble—whether from bad weather, a surprise collision, or an equipment meltdown. When things go sideways offshore, preparation is your superpower. That means understanding your liferaft, safety

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Essential Ocean Passage Strategies: Real Lessons from the Water

When it comes to safe and enjoyable ocean passagemaking, preparation is everything—and the Bali 5.8 Catamaran makes it easier than ever. In this behind-the-scenes look, we walk through how one experienced cruiser gets ready to depart, from reading weather patterns and choosing the ideal departure day to running systems checks and provisioning with care. Whether

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