Cruising & Sailing Information

Sailing south for the winter? Here are some tips to plan the journey.

SV Liquid in Playas del Coco; Costa Rica, 2018Behan Gifford. Cruising relationships are different. Familiar names come into focus on the hulls of sailboats as ...

A circumnavigator shares reasons to take your family cruising.

The Sailing Totem blog chronicles the sailing life of the Gifford family and also offers tips and advice for new cruisers. Behan and Jamie Gifford and their three ...

Story by John Arndt. Following Monday's story on the amazing escape of Josh and Christina from Hurricane Dorian, we find ourselves in the peak of hurricane ...

A rundown of navigation apps for smartphones and tablets.

From San Francisco to San Diego, there's plenty to see and do on a sail down the coast of California.

In the history of one design classes, legendary champion Paul Elvstrom noted, “It is much harder to build a strong and vibrant International Class Association ...

What would you want in an ultimate ocean cruising yacht? Here's Kraken's answer. 1 / 12. We tested the Kraken 66 in 5-50 knots off Cape Town and the Cape ...

Frank Racing, the current record holder of the PIC Coastal Classic yacht race from Auckland to Russell, has been sold overseas, prompting an international ...

The Cruising Yacht Club Rockingham is encouraging people to have a go at sailing on September 21.

After visiting the Bahamas by air and by sea, a couple is inspired to cruise there on their own boat.

Charter companies explain their catamaran ownership options.

For the fourth year, the L.A. Harbor Boat Show will be staged at San Pedro's Cabrillo Way Marina, opening Thursday, Sept. 19, and running through the ...

Sailing double-handed as a couple is becoming more popular as partners elect to enjoy the experience of cruising and ocean voyaging without the ...

Through all the adversity and challenges the Beverly Yacht Club (BYC) has endured since the club was founded in 1872, the most important objective of the club ...

MARION, Mass. (September 8, 2019) – The 13 teams representing their Regional Sailing Associations were challenged by the fast-paced action with varying ...

The instant gratification of click-to-buy for next day delivery disappears faster than steak at a potluck when you go cruising. An hour's drive from a mailbox at the ...

Why setting sail might be the best option for your next trip.

The Karnika from Jalesh Cruises will be back in Mumbai on September 19 to sail to new Indian cruise destinations: Ganpatipule in Maharashtra and...

Elaine Bunting asks a delivery skipper, charter pros and some first-time transatlantic skippers for their advice on planning and preparing for the Atlantic.

From 7th to 11th October 2019 160 International Dragon keelboats will gather in San Remo, Italy, to mark the 90th Anniversary of this illustrious and ...

It's World Maritime Day on September 26 and Australian company Coral Expeditions is a great example of cruise lines honouring this year's theme, Empowering ...

by Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt The World Sailing Annual Conference is the big gathering of the year for the international sport federation, with the 2019 edition to ...

Viking Cruises has announced the launch of its seventh ocean ship, Viking Venus, in 2021. The new 930-guest sister ship will spend her maiden season sailing ...

Through the tall windows of the Point Hudson sail loft where Carol Hasse has built an international name for herself, sunlight blasts off walls and soaks into rolls ...

Island Windjammers offers fans of the tall-ship chartering experience six- and 12-night itineraries throughout the Virgins, Leeward and Windward islands of the ...

The world's third largest island, Borneo, is an exciting new destination for the first time for Star Clippers in 2020. For departure in May and September 2020 Star ...

A competition touted as the Formula One of sailing promises viewers high speeds and immersive access .The first season of the championship culminates in a ...

The 67-metre superyacht sailing yacht Vertigo seen departing Antibes on the French Riviera last week.

BAR HARBOR — Sitting on a town mooring easy conversing distance from the Shore Path last week was a 42-foot sloop with some stories to tell. Its owner,

Karnika, India's first premium cruise ship owned and operated by Jalesh Cruises of the Essel Group, is returning to Mumbai on Thursday, before it sails to new ...

The Carnival Sunrise has been forced to cancel the call at Bermuda due to rough ocean conditions from Hurricane Humberto.

Port Tampa Bay is one of the best-kept secrets in cruising. It's easy, convenient, and offers a lot of itineraries. Here's everything you need to know about sailing ...

The Port of Seattle has boomed in popularity in recent years, now serving more than a million passengers annually. Here what you need to know about cruising ...

MEREDITH -- John Carrigg always knew where he wanted to go. The adventure was getting there at the helm of a sail boat.

Safety Training can save your life. Now's your chance to get the boating safety experience you need, before you need it. The Pensacola Yacht Club Satori ...

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

Uncrowded and rich with wildlife, Newfoundland offers a lifetime's worth of exploration. Tom Zydler reports.

Three ARC fleets sailed across the Atlantic on very different routes. Elaine Bunting reports from each.

Can one new performance design appeal to many tastes? Toby Hodges explores the ideas and multifarious options offered on the new Grand Soleil 48P.

Note: This page is a continuation of our previous updates on Dorian. You can reference that page for more details and info since the storm started to affect cruise ...

MIAMI, Sept. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Evoking wonder and intrigue, while breaking category conventions, Celebrity Cruises offers a first-look at their new brand ...

We had almost finished putting away our gear on the yacht we'd chartered when the harbourmaster wandered up and offered to help guide us out of its rather ...

MONTE CARLO, Monaco – No wonder James Bond loved hanging out here so much. This playground for the rich and famous on the French Riviera, the setting ...

Scenic Eclipse represents longtime luxury river operator Scenic Cruises' initial foray into the oceans. The vessel is quite the bold ship, too. The line c.

French hardware manufacturer, Karver has been active in the French offshore sailing scene (IMOCA and offshore multihull) since its inception in 2004.

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

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 ...

On June 3, 1969, 706-passenger ship Princess Italia sailed north from San Francisco toward Alaska, inaugurating Princess Cruises' first trip to the.

A young woman shares her experience being the only female taking a diesel-engine class.

Taking an extra person in your cabin? There are quite a few things you want to know before you set sail.

It's the little things that set this cruise ship apart – like a submarine for underwater excursions or two on-board helicopters. The Scenic Eclipse off the shores of ...

SEATTLE - The 41st annual Lake Union Boats Afloat Show, the West Coast's largest floating boat show, is welcoming guests throughout the weekend on South ...

Carnival has just released its Nautical But Nice Sale, cutting prices on trips heading to the South Pacific, Asia and around Australia. You can score discounts up ...

Meet the little yacht with a huge heart and history, a famous survivor of the 1979 Fastnet Race. Nic Compton sails on Assent.

Royal Carnival, NCL and Disney are among the cruise lines changing their plans for ships in the Caribbean as Hurricane Dorian threatens.

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

You'll get to visit six continents and 51 countries (if you don't mind ballooning your carbon footprint)

As life goes on aboard Totem, the crew finds that change is the one true constant.

Before you set sail on your next vacation, take a deep dive into the inner workings of the world's largest cruise line.

SEATTLE, Sept. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Explorers, wanderers and travelers looking to connect with cultures around the world will have new itineraries aboard ...

Celestyal Cruises will cruise to the Adriatic for the first time, as the line announces its 2020/2021 itineraries. The new seven-night Romantic Adriatic itinerary has ...

Since Fountaine Pajot formed as a partnership in 1976 as a racing dinghy boatbuilder, it quickly presented the cruising catamaran to a sceptical market. Only to ...

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

Dame Darcey Bussell will be joining Scenic passengers on board a Danube river cruise next year, filled with classical music and dance.

Tips for taking kids along on a charter sailing vacation.

Love cruising, great deals, gorgeous gardens and Australia's foodie capitals? If that's you, Travel at 60 has an incredible deal you won't want to miss!

Viking Cruises, voted the world's #1 ocean cruise line for the past several years, has announced that their seventh cruise ship, Viking Venus, will begin sailing in ...

“Who's been on a cruise before?” asked Peter Kissner, our cruise director, at lifeboat drill. Hands shot up. “Oh dear,” he said, shaking his head. “Forget all you ...

Princess Cruises Majestic Princess sailed into Sydney Harbour today - and promptly kick-started the line's biggest cruise season yet.

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

Hemingway's has teamed up with Great Barrier Reef Legacy to help find their research.

Since 1988, the Leukemia Cup regattas have raised $66 million for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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

Global Sailing super-yachts market 2019-2025 in-depth study accumulated to supply latest insights concerning acute options. The report contains different ...

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 ...

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

OceanCompass™ innovation - now available on select Princess Cruises ships - recognized for inspiring transformative moments and reducing friction MIAMI ...

Olympic sailor Mark Mansfield who is an agent for UK Sailmakers Ireland offers his five top tips for those looking at buying new sails this year.

Cannes Yachting Festival will serve as the backdrop for Volvo Penta's unveiling of a new take on its Saildrive system – an electric Saildrive prototype. Offering ...

Visiting Puerto Rico's eastern islands of Culebra, Culebrita, Vieques and more, often nicknamed the 'Spanish Virgin Islands', is now easier. Members of the ...

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

A cold drink at the end of the day while watching the sun go down is one of the joys of cruising. But the more luxuries we have, the greater the demand for power.

Foil-assisted cruising is the latest innovation to emerge from Baltic Yachts. We talk to the team behind the Baltic 142 to find out how it works.

Cruising World Boat of the Year Judges sail and test 22 boats for 2019.

Today marks 100 days to the historic 2019 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - the 75th 628-nautical-mile race to Constitution Dock in Hobart, Tasmania.

The namesake of the 'Jewel Class' cruise ships, the Norwegian Jewel offers guests everything they could want or need on holiday. Onboard you'll find some of ...

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.

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

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

With dreams of cruising, a sailor purchases a classic Tartan 34c as his new home and vehicle for exploration.

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

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

Compact, simple to rig and trailerable, small sailboats are perfect for the cruiser seeking the thrill of the sea without the commitment of a 30-footer.

Cruising in the tropics may sound glamorous, but shade and ventilation are key concerns for a comfortable liveaboard experience, writes Terysa Vanderloo.

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 ...

What would be your ultimate sailing dream? These sailing bucket list adventures will have you yearning to dip into your life savings.

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

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