This year was our 24th Annapolis Sailboat Show and it was without a doubt our best boat show in many years, not only because we had so many of our owners visit and hang out with us but also because we met so many new buyers ready to “take the plunge”! While we were exhausted […]
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Embracing the call of the open sea and making the life-altering shift to living aboard a sailboat isn’t just about following a to-do checklist. Preparation and knowledge are crucial, but at some point you must cast aside the list and take that daring plunge into the unknown. The question is: How do I know when
Living Aboard a Boat: How to Know When You’re Ready Read More »
This recipe is the easiest, yummiest and most decadent dessert! Plus it is easy! This is a taste sensation – first the zing of the lemon, followed by the creamy sweet condensed milk and the buttery crunch of the cookie base, topped with the fluffy meringue. Mmmmm…..and it prevents scurvy! My mom first made it
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We are often asked about applicable taxes in Europe for boat owners because there is a lot of confusion surrounding VAT Tax. While buying a yacht outside the US has benefits for some, it also has lots of complexities and nuances that you are probably less familiar with. So, if you are planning to buy
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Before departure, our general rule is to check SIX items in our engine room: Engine oil, transmission fluid, belts & hoses, coolant level, raw water strainer and fuel filters. Checking these items BEFORE you start up your marine diesel engine will not only extend the life of your pricey engine, but will also keep you
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The key to worry-free energy generation on a catamaran is to have multiple sources of power. Keep reading to see our VIDEO. One of the things many of us love about sailing is the idea of getting off the grid. But that has often led to great sacrifice. Those of us who have been cruisers
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Is It Really All About High Performance? As veteran sailors know, sailing a performance catamaran with daggerboards is a thrill. The catamaran points as close into the wind as a monohull, will sail in a whisper of a breeze, can tack on a dime and will perform at breakneck speed in the right conditions. But
CATANA OC 50 WINNING DESIGN & PERFORMANCE FEATURES Read More »
Natasha Pinfold of Voyage Charters shares this amazing recipe for a complete meal sure to satisfy your hunger for a tropcially inspired meal. Ceviche Ingredients 4 to 6 zucchini squash 2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon olive oil Juice of 1 large juicy lime ¼ cup of finely chopped mint ¼ cup of finely diced cilantro
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Some of our clients are the best cooks! We love getting their recipes and sharing them with you! This one is from Rebekah Mossow, one of our Bali 4.3 owners. This scrumptious cake is mouth-watering while warm and just as good when cooled. Try it both ways! Pineapple and coconut are not just perfect tropical
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In the Bahamas’ beautiful collection of islands and barrier cays known as the Abacos, sits a Bahamian treasure, Hope Town. This charming town is on 8-mile-long Elbow Cay and surrounds a protected harbor, home to its landmark red-and-white-striped 120-foot-tall Hope Town Lighthouse, officially named Elbow Reef Lighthouse. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsEZiq0bsy4 Hope Town (Elbow Reef) Lighthouse Today, it
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The 3-year seller-dominated used boat market where inventory was snapped up overnight at or above listing price (and many before they were ever listed!) has cooled slightly during the first half of 2023. For those whose dreams of yacht buying have been dashed by elevated prices and loss to bidding wars, the yacht brokerage market
Is pandemic-fueled yacht sellers market tacking? Read More »
Big news broke in the yacht charter and catamaran manufacturing industry! Robertson & Caine (R&C), South African catamaran builder of the renowned Leopard brand, has been acquired! We reported on the sale of the sale of he Moorings, Sunsail and Leopard Catamarans (R & C) in 2017. But once again recently, R&C (Leopard) was shopped
Robertson & Caine ACQUIRED BY Investment Group Read More »
We have been getting a lot of media attention for an Orca encounter one of our captains had when delivering a clients’ boat. While it can happen, we also want to shed light on recent Orca attacks on boats. Crews of small boats near the Strait of Gibraltar have become increasingly wary of Orcas. It
Orcas: Thoughts After an Attack on Our Clients’ Boat Read More »
We helped Kathy and Jim Sullivan buy a Leopard 48, Jimkat, in 2018. They liveaboard and work remotely as attorneys. And they are passionate about food. We follow their shared recipes closely as they are always delicious. Even old salts are trying to eat healthier these days so we thought a grain-free pancake would be
Why a Rendezvous for Catamarans? Every year, we host our Annual Rendezvous for two reasons: To to help our newer boat owners gain confidence and learn from the “veterans” through sharing their knowledge and to show them a good time. Invite our industry colleagues like Mazocean and North Sails, amongst others, as well as the
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These Deviled Avocado Eggs are super yummy, easy to make, and a fabulous, healthy alternative to traditional deviled eggs! They are made with no mayo, instead you use avocado to give them the perfect creaminess. This recipe is easy to double, triple, or make as many as you want so it is perfect for parties.
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Have questions about putting a boat into crewed charter? Check out this informal chat with some of our crewed yacht owners, including Greg from Dream Caribbean Blue. Greg, a self managed owner with an employed crew of Belle Vie, a Bali 4.8 Catamaran. This is a fabulous and exclusive creed charter that offers exotic destinations,
Crewed Charter FAQ & Partner Focus Read More »
Should you buy a new or used yacht? That is one of the most frequent questions we get, and annoyingly, the answer is, it depends. But our team of experienced yacht brokers can take the annoyance out of confidently arriving at the right answer for you and your situation. We can discuss the various pros
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