Cruising & Sailing Information

Mackinac Island, MI (July 16, 2019) – The 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac is in the books as the final competitors made their way to the finish line ...

Is sailing around the world with your partner the ultimate bluewater dream? Helen Fretter meets World ARC couples who've done just that.

Chicago, IL (July 12, 2019) – The Cruising Division set sail today in better-than-forecasted conditions, a sign that the 266 entrants hope bode well for the 111th ...

The cruising class set sail on Friday, with the faster racing class leaving Chicago on Saturday.

The double round-robin began on Tuesday in the 53rd Annual Governor's Cup, which is being hosted by Balboa Yacht Club in Newport Beach.

We asked 258 skippers of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers 2018 what bluewater gear they bought to find the true cost of ocean sailing.

The latest design to be unveiled by Danish naval architectural firm Knud E. Hansen is a 110 meter sail assisted Wind Cruise Vessel. Able to accommodate up to ...

CHICAGO (CBS) — The 111th annual Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac begins on Friday, with new safety measures in place after the death of sailor Jon ...

Summer 2019 news and special offers from the charter and vacation sailing industry.

Can a yacht be all things to all sailors? Give it the illustrious Swan 65 badge and maybe it can, writes Toby Hodges.

A guide to the best ways to redeem miles and points to book a cruise, which could be a better value than redeeming them for flights and other rewards.

Do you know this man? Some will barely recognise Andrew Bishop, though his name may ring a bell. Yet others know not only who he is, but clamour to stop ...

Dave Franzel discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Irma and making St. Thomas's local racing scene whole again.

Read about the little gems you can discover while taking a cruise along the Mississippi River, including historic buildings, hotels, parks and beautiful homes in ...

Monthly update for June 2019 on the charter industry.

After years under construction,. Sea Cloud Cruises. , has finally announced the first voyages for the line's brand-new hybrid cruise-sailing ship, Sea Cloud Spirit.

major sailing news, commentary, opinions, features and dock talk . . . with a North American focus.

AIDA Cruises aims to have at least 94% of its guests sailing on ships that can be fully operated with low-emission LNG or with green shore power in port by 2023 ...

Sailing from Port Canaveral on a cruise? If you've never sailed from the area before, then you might be wondering what to expect when you cruise out.

(June 18, 2019; Day 5) – The Farr 63 Kiwi Spirit skippered by Jonathan Riley (above) led the fleet across the finish line today to take elapsed honors in the 2019 ...

On our cruise radar this week, we're seeing state-of-the-art green technology, parties in Amsterdam, new itineraries in Alaska and more.

Southwest Harbor Fleet June Luders Series On Sunday, June 22, the sun was trying hard to dry out all the sogginess but as the atmosphere heated up, the.

My alarm pierces through the silence, jolting me out of a deep sleep. I blink, trying to shake my slumber-induced stupor and adjust to the blackness of the room ...

Question: What happens when two inspirational young sailors, who are cruising their way around the world on a 37 year old boat, meet with some of the World's ...

Online crewing websites bridge the gap between yacht owners and crew, opening up opportunities for both, from Sunday club racing to circumnavigations.

Kent-based Saga today (Friday, 28th June) sails into its future, as the first of two bespoke new build 'boutique' cruise ships, Spirit of Discovery, arrives at.

In the August issue of Yachting World, we highlight 43 of the best bluewater cruiser designs of all time to help you choose your next yacht wisely. Plus Will Bruton ...

Since cruising to Cuba is no longer an option, many cruise companies have had to make quick adjustments to their itineraries. While not an ideal situation, the ...

Ponant has partnered with Relais & Châteaux to launch three new gourmet cruises, with their Michelin-starred chefs coming onboard.

The best luxury cruise lines: Sailing has never been so luxurious, and luxury cruise lines are falling over themselves to offer the best level of *service*. Read our ...

There comes a time in every sailor's life when they are ready to purchase their first serious boat. A first boat should be able to teach you about boat ownership ...

PHUKET, Thailand – Over 450 sailors, families and friends from more than 20 countries are set to make Cape Panwa Hotel their home this week as they head to ...

Sailing began on Lake Julian in 1969 when Buncombe County Parks & Recreation Department (“BC Parks”) provided access to the lake, which had been ...

A boisterous springtime charter in the Bahamas recalls a yearlong family sojourn from a generation before.

A family faces their doubts about the liveaboard life when they move aboard their Wharram 46 cat in Brazil.

Rounding the fearsome Cape Wrath in Scotland proves something of an anti-climax for Jonty Pearce as he cruises north of Ullapool and the Summer Isles.

Final preparations are underway for the 270 entrants racing in the 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac which starts July 12 for the Cruising Division and ...

It was double glory for Tony Ketley from Marlow in Bucks, when not one, but two of his entries in the ilovesailing calendar competition where chosen to feature in ...

Perhaps it is because people are becoming increasingly time-poor, or because it neatly side-steps the problem of keeping a large crew together, but one area of ...

The historic ship was last seen in Liverpool in 2015 as part of celebrations for the Cunard's 175th birthday.

The importance of regularly inspecting PFDs and other safety gear, testing them and using them.

For over 35 years Australian catamaran manufacturer Seawind Catamarans has made a successful run at producing catamarans up to the forty foot mark ...

Sailing global waters less traveled and offering land experiences coupled with a mega-yacht vacation is Beyond Cruises by Group IST, a company also handling ...

From kayaks and stand-up paddleboards to underwater cameras and kiteboards, we take a look at gear to make your next cruising adventure even more fun.

2002 Bavaria 36 [simply the best available at this price] ZINZAIDA is an immaculate example of a Bavaria 36 Cruising Yacht. Built in 2002, ...

Another Carnival Vista sailing is being impacted by a technical issue impacting the ship's cruising speed.

The trial will take place in cooperation with Meyer Werft within the scope of the 'Pa-X-ell 2' project promoted by Germany's Federal Ministry of Transport and ...

Selecting a cruise line can feel a bit overwhelming with all of the options. We breakdown each of the major lines to help you determine which is right for you.

Three French lifeboat crew who died in a recent sea rescue will be remembered by a fleet of west of Ireland sailing craft setting sail from Galway for the Breton ...

Realta Bheag has now sailed more than 15000 miles, and they are currently exploring the ultimate cruising paradise of French Polynesia.

The bread-and-butter itinerary for a luxury cruise line is something in the 10- to 28-day range. But Crystal Cruises is offering more seven-day itineraries in a bid ...

Carnival Cruise Line has announced that three sailings for the Carnival Vista have been canceled so the ship can be repaired.

Looking for a used sailboat? Start with this list for the best sailboats that hold value. All summer readers cast votes for their favorites on CW's 40 greatest ...

Seabourn Odyssey has been given a multi-million dollar makeover, and she's looking pretty good. Take a look inside the ship on WorldofCruising.co.uk.

Nova Scotia's intricate coastline has wilderness, history and civilisation in abundance. Tom Zydler explores it.

Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club in association with UNCL, Yacht Club de Dinard, Société Nautique de la Baie de St. Malo, and the Royal Yacht ...

From socialising to education and social media, Behan Gifford speaks to six families about how they make sailing with teenagers work for them.

Advice: top tips for staying safe on a cruise. Listen during muster drills; Take care by the pool; Watch your alcohol intake; Wash your hands; Don't throw items ...

France is an idyllic river cruise destination, equally suited to first-timers and repeat clients who've explored other European rivers.

We first put together this list of the 40 best catamarans and trimarans a few years ago with some help from our multihull sailing friends. Catamarans, after all, are ...

Former bellboy John Jenkins first started working for Cunard in 1933, and was recently invited back onboard to celebrate his 100th birthday.

On a classic So Cal summer day with the sun burning through the morning haze to help along a building seabreeze, the first wave of 33 monohulls and 2 ...

As part of its expansion with small ship cruising, Tauck has teamed up with French cruise line Ponant to offer sailings in Svalbard, an archipelago.

The company said it expects to resume River Countess' Venice-Milan itinerary Sept. 8.

JUST two days in to our first ever cruise and my wife is already picking up the nautical language. As I walk off to get my third plateful from the cold meats buffet in ...

Boat design is developing constantly. Sometimes it is just incremental changes but occasionally, completely new concepts capture imaginations. The desire for ...

The Viking Sun - the ship that's home to the 245-day Ultimate World Cruise. Yes, 245 days.

It has been a long time since I reviewed a production yacht this small, other than the Cygnet 20 trailer sailer back in April last year. The forty to fifty foot range is ...

A recovering powerboater earns some sailing chops during a learn-to-sail course at Offshore Sailing School.

Princess Cruises hosted perfume-making sessions in South-east Asia as part of its travel advisors' appreciation programme. The sessions were designed to ...

GREIN, Austria -- Television travel show host Samantha Brown on Thursday officially launched the AmaMagna, AmaWaterways' new mega river vessel, during a ...

Herb McCormick takes a look at some new books by authors with strong connections to Cruising World.

PHOTOS: Phuket Yacht Club. The 2019 Multihull Solutions Regatta has been run and won after the final day of excellent racing conditions off southern Phuket.

Vismara Marine has launched its Nacira 69 cruising sailing yacht in Viareggio, Italy. The 23 metre yacht was designed by Vismara in collaboration with naval ...

This Sailing Catamarans market report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Sailing Catamarans industry by product ...

Can a design drawing inspiration from IMOCA 60s meet the unforgiving demands of high latitudes cruising? David Glenn steps aboard Qilak.

A wrap-up report of the 2019 Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show.

The Pacific offers some of the finest tradewinds cruising you'll ever experience. Dan Bower explains how to prepare and where to sail.

Sailing around the world doesn't have to be a Spartan existence – Terysa Vanderloo explains her top onboard creature comforts.

What equipment, modifications and preparations are needed for sailing to high latitudes? Ice pilot Magnus Day explains all.

Pick up some new cruising skills—without having to leave your house! The American Sailing Association has launched a new webinar series that aim to help ...

Rudi Schreiner, co-founder and president of AmaWaterways, doesn't like the term 'luxury.' But it's unavoidable when discussing his new double-wide Danube ...

Cuba isn't just another Caribbean island – it's a completely different world where money can't buy everything, says Rachael Sprot.

If you quit your job, could your skills pay for you to go sailing round the world? Elaine Bunting and Terysa Vanderloo explain how it can be done.

A few days from now, a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket will lift off from Florida, carrying a satellite the size of a loaf of bread with nothing to power it but a huge ...

These pocket cruisers offer the amenities of a big boat and the versatility of a small boat, all without breaking the bank.

The Defender and Challenger of Record organisations for the America's Cup presented by Prada have announced the specialist race management, rules and ...

Newport, RI (December 11, 2018) – Cruising World magazine today announced the winners of its 2019 Boat of the Year competition with the top prizes awarded ...

It was a close-run fight between three finalists in the performance cruisers category of the European Yacht of the Year 2019.

This is where the worlds of racing and cruising multis meet, where we see high-tech lightweight craft that use exotic materials and daggerboards to help produce ...

Besides the obvious numbers used to describe a sailboat — length, beam, draft and sail area — CW's Boat of the Year judges sometimes rely on sail ...

Weather forecasting technology is available for cruising sailors on a variety of platforms and price points.

CW's electronics editor, David Schmidt, takes a look at what's new in sailboat autopilots for 2019.

Author Fred Bagley and his wife discover that revisiting Lake Huron's northern shores proves to be the perfect float plan for a couple of grandparents-to-be.

CW picks three great books to round out your sailing knowledge.

For an expert celestial navigator or for any cruising yacht in the Celestial Navigation class entered in this year's Marion Bermuda Cruising Yacht Race, the ...

Carnival Cruise Line's Brand Ambassador John Heald addressed concerns about cruises to the Dominican Republic after multiple media reports of deaths to.

Size, capacity and installation location are just a few things to consider before adding a generator to a cruising sailboat.

A delivery crew experiences good times and smooth sailing on an Atlantic Ocean crossing.

Old and new classic and classic-style yachts are gathering in Cowes this weekend ahead of the Panerai British Classic Week. Spirit Yachts sailing the Panerai ...