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Florida Man Learns Verdict in Boat Crash Case that Killed Teen

On Monday June 22, George Pino, a prominent real estate developer accused in the death of one teen and the serious injury to another when he crashed his 29-foot speedboat into a buoy on Maiami’s Biscayne Bay, was found not guilty. Prosecutors accused Pino, 55, of vessel homicide and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Lucy Fernandez due to the crash. A second victim, Katy Puig, was left with permanent disabilities from the accident. Prosecutors had claimed that Pino had been operating the speedboat recklessly and was therefore responsible for the death and serious injuries. The jury came to the…

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Parker’s Monaco 110 Fly Packs a Ton of Big Boat Qualities in a Small Package

At only 37 feet, the new Parker Monaco 110 Fly from the huge Polish builder Parker Yachts, is only one of a handful of cruisers under 40 feet to sport a flybridge and it does so with grace and good looks. A twin outboard, two-cabin, one-head family cruiser, the Monaco Fly was designed in collaboration with the famed Tony Castro Design firm. The hull is Euro-modern in styling and has a sharp entry and a modified-V form underwater. The flybridge sits atop the salon fairly discreetly so the boat doesn’t look like a wedding cake. Instead of a hard top,…

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Maritimo Introduces New S50 Sedan Long-Range Cruiser

Australian builder Maritimo Yachts introduced their new Maritimo S50 sedan at the country’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show at the end of May. The S50 joins the growing fleet of sedans made by the builder that includes three other models from 55 to 75 feet. In the announcement, the builder noted that their sedan models have been steadily growing in popularity and the addition of a 50-footer provides a good entry point for owners who like the sedan look and don’t need a flybridge. The new S50 incorporates some modern European styling such as the sleekly swept back windshield, the…

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Beneteau Reinvents the Gran Tourismo with GT 50

When it came time for Groupe Beneteau to update and reinvent their Gran Tourismo line, they started afresh and went back to the essence of what a GT sport express cruiser has always been about, sleek simple lines, a low curvaceous cabin top and plenty of open space on deck. For naval architecture they turned to the Bill Dixon Design group which delivered a thoroughly modern planing, deep-V hull with plenty of volume but a simple and streamlined look. For styling they went with the Andreani Design team who created living spaces that are warm, spacious and modern. For guidance…

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New Canadian Cruising Group Launches Great Canadian Loop Association

A conversation among cruising friends at last January’s Toronto Boat Show planted a seed that has grown into a brand-new cruising group, the Great Canadian Loop Association (GCLA).  Gary J. Brickell is the founder and the association’s first commodore. Most North American cruisers know of the 6,000-mile Great American Loop that circles the eastern third of the U.S. and ventures into Canadian Waters in the Great Lakes. But these cruising friends were looking for a route that would stay entirely in Canadian waters. Without much trouble, Brickell and his pals found what they were looking for. Incorporating a section of…

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Iranian Speedboats that Keep the Strait of Hormuz Closed

What at first looked like a David versus Goliath conflict in the Persian Gulf between the U.S. and Iran, has turned into a stalemate largely because Iran has managed to keep the Strait of Homuz closed. That is in no small part because of their massive fleet of mosquito boats. The strait is under a double blockade with hundreds of commercial ships unable to pass through for fear of being stopped by either the U.S. or Iran. But, Iran’s navy has largely been put out of commission, so how are they able to maintain their blockade? Apparently, it is easier…

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Marex 440 Scandinavia is a Complete Cruiser

Earlier this year, we published a video from Marex Yachts of Norway showing off their unique Marex 440 Gourmet Cruiser. A flagship in their line of express cruisers, the Gourmet Cruiser has an expanded galley designed to facilitate entertaining and cooking with and for friends. The video got so many views, we thought it was time to introduce the boat’s sister ship, the Marex 440 Scandinavia. The hull and deck are the same but the salon has been reconfigured with a smaller galley and a large sit-down dinette. All PostsThe dinette has several features that will appeal to cruising families.…

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Nordhavn Owners Cruise and Party Together in 2026

On April 16, 20 Nordhavns and their owners gathered in George Town, Great Exuma in the Bahamas for three days of fun, sun and socializing.  The rendezvous kicked off with a welcome party at the famous Peace & Plenty Hotel where there was a live band and cocktails for all. Next day, the group went on a dinghy adventure to explore the beautiful white sand beaches around the sound and Queen Elizabeth Harbour. The highlight of the three-day get-together had to be the costume party on Friday night night hosted by the Exuma Yacht Club. The owners did not hold…

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Are the Dashew-Designed FPB Aluminum Expedition Yachts the Ultimate Voyagers?

Steve and Linda Dashew have left an indelible mark on the cruising world, both power and sail They developed the Deerfoot line of blue water sailboats that changed the way many voyagers thought about offshore yacht design. They did the same to the power cruising world when they launched the FPB series. The concept behind the FBP designs from 64 to 97 feet focuses on long-haul, efficient and low-maintenance cruising. New Zealand boat builder Circa Marine, based in Whangerei, North Island, built all 17 of the FPB designs until the Dashews decided to end the project at it peak of…

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One Boat Left for 2026 Mother Goose Flotilla Round Vancouver Island

NW Explorations’ annual cruise in company in the wild Pacific Northwest this year will undertake a 21-day adventure around British Columbia’s Vancouver Island. The so-called Mother Goose Flotilla will depart from Bellingham, Washington on July 17 and return on August 5. This year the flotilla is limited to six boats and as of this week, according to the NW Explorations website, there is still one boat left for booking a slot in the fleet. NW Explorations specializes in chartering trawler-style cruising boats and has been running their Mother Goose Flotillas for many years. About this year’s event, they spell out…

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