Liveaboard Sailing, Sailboat Chartering, Sailboat Reviews and More

It’s time to share the details of the swallows I had inked up my left leg almost exactly a year ago.

Here’s what the Sailing Totem crew has learned about how the plans work, how the terms of service are enforced, and more.

Winning the Party: A Rally Around the Leewards

At this year’s Caribbean Multihull Challenge, I realized there’s more than one way to savor the victory of sailing.

Sailboat Review: Rapido 40

The all-carbon-fiber Rapido 40 trimaran is a sailor's dream boat: quick, stable and ready for blue water.

Beach Bars of Bequia

For a good time on this Caribbean island, consider my research into the local mixology scene—including a bar that’s so basic,...

10 Gems of the BVI

Ten captains, charterers and charter operators reveal their (not-so) secret hot spots in the British Virgin Islands.

For Sale: A Freshwater Find

This 2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 has never had salt water touch its hull.

For Sale: 2002 Hylas 46

Built for blue water, Lady Helen has been well maintained and is offered for sale through Wellington Yacht Partners.

Sailboats

Sailboat Review: Rapido 40

The all-carbon-fiber Rapido 40 trimaran is a sailor's dream boat: quick, stable and ready for blue water.

For Sale: 2002 Hylas 46

Built for blue water, Lady Helen has been well maintained and is offered for sale through Wellington Yacht Partners.

Sailboat Review: Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

The Beneteau 37.1, a top performance cruiser from French builders and designers, is a pleasure to sail.

Sailboat Preview: Outremer 52

This offshore globe-trotter sticks with tradition while adding modern ideas to make cruising easier and more comfortable.

Destinations

Winning the Party: A Rally Around the Leewards

At this year’s Caribbean Multihull Challenge, I realized there’s more than one way to savor the victory of sailing.

Beach Bars of Bequia

For a good time on this Caribbean island, consider my research into the local mixology scene—including a bar that’s so basic,...

10 Gems of the BVI

Ten captains, charterers and charter operators reveal their (not-so) secret hot spots in the British Virgin Islands.

Reflection of trees on water, Skeena-Queen Charlotte Regional District, Haida Gwaii, Graham Island, British Columbia, Canada

Into the Mystic: A Pacific Northwest Adventure

A cruise to Haida Gwaii with friends takes on a magnificent life of its own, exploring the "Galapagos of the North."

Chartering

Cruising World Charter Directory

Our charter directory features detailed listings of the world's top charter companies, sailing destinations and more!

Charter

The Moorings Expands in Croatia

Power catamaran charters will be available from Dubrovnik starting with this summer’s season.

For Sale: 2019 Leopard 43 PC

Available to own through The Moorings Yacht Brokerage, Shorebilly has an attractive low-use charter history because of the pandemic.

Charter boat in the British Virgin Islands

78 New Yachts Join The Moorings and Sunsail

The BVI fleet now has 19 new monohulls, 35 new sailing catamarans and 24 new powercats.

Sunsail, The Moorings Announce Partnership with Dufour Yachts

Dufour Yachts will become the exclusive supplier of monohull sailing yachts for Sunsail and The Moorings.

How-To

7 Boating Safety Tips for Summer Cruising

From gear upkeep to savvy seamanship, these seven top tips by BoatUS will keep you cruising safely all summer long.

How to Prep for a Diesel You Can Depend On

There's no such thing as too much time spent looking over critical systems before leaving a dock.

Anchoring in Paradise

Sometimes, the best way to tell if the hook is set is by grabbing a snorkel, mask and fins for a visual inspection.

Cruising with a Pet

Here’s what we’ve learned about cruising with Panchita, a street cat who adopted us in Mexico.

Gear

Welcome Aboard, Starlink

Here’s what the Sailing Totem crew has learned about how the plans work, how the terms of service are enforced, and more.

Generators Not Included

Multiple advancements are changing the way standard power systems work on sailboats.

The Days of Dishy McFlatface Have Arrived

Cruisers are embracing Starlink for high-speed internet in remote locations.

IMTRA Named Employee-owned Company of the Year

Chosen by New England’s ESOP Association, the award honors companies showing commitment to employee ownership.

People

Swallow Tattoos and Sailors

It’s time to share the details of the swallows I had inked up my left leg almost exactly a year ago.

Winning the Party: A Rally Around the Leewards

At this year’s Caribbean Multihull Challenge, I realized there’s more than one way to savor the victory of sailing.

Beach Bars of Bequia

For a good time on this Caribbean island, consider my research into the local mixology scene—including a bar that’s so basic,...

For Sale: A Freshwater Find

This 2003 Boston Whaler Dauntless 180 has never had salt water touch its hull.

Sailboats

Cruising World’s 2024 Boat of the Year Competition

Destinations

Chartering

Cruising World Charter Directory

How-To

Gear

People

Videos