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How to Choose a Marine Surveyor
So you’ve potentially found your new boat, and it’s time for the survey. But how can you be certain to find the ideal surveyor for your needs?
By Steve D'Antonio

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Catching up with Steve and Dan Spurr
Herb McCormick spends an afternoon sailing in Florida with the father and son aboard a Pearson 365.
By Herb McCormick
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Sailing Totem: Cruiser Speak—The CLODs
Since misery should be optional as a cruiser, the Totem crew has moved ashore while their boat has major work done in the yard.
By Behan Gifford
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Be Part of The Sailing Museum
The Sailing Museum is offering a unique experience for sailors to be part of the exhibit experience.
By The Sailing Museum

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Boat of the Year 2021

In the midst of a pandemic, and with the fall boat shows—including the “big one,” the US Sailboat Show in Annapolis, Maryland—canceled up and down the coasts, the fate of our 2021 Boat of the Year contest was very much in doubt. But with a bit of creative thinking, some luck, and the assistance of a persistent group of builders, brokers and sailors, a fleet of 12 strong nominees emerged, and a series of terrific tests were conducted from New England to Florida.

Smoother Sailing with Imtra

Our editors have teamed up with the experts at Imtra to bring you advice on how to maintain and improve your boat’s systems so that you can get the most from your hours spent out on the water.

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Cruising World’s Spring Sailboat Glamour Shots Photo Contest

Enter a photo of your sailboat at her best for a chance to win a Total Boat prize pack!

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Cruising World Charter Directory

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

Cruising World Charter Directory

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

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Videos

The newest model from this longtime Florida builder is an attractive well-built option for a cruising couple with longterm liveaboard and voyaging plans.

Cruising World Editor in Chief Mark Pillsbury sat down with Excess Catamarans to learn even more about the 2021 Boat of the Year winner - the Excess 11.

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