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Defining “Owner/Operator”
We’re diving into the term “Owner/Operator” to help you understand when and why it should influence your decision making.
When Should I Refit A Boat?
Buying a boat? There are good times and bad to consider a purchase + refit. Here’s a guide to making the decision.
Fiberglass vs. Aluminum
A high-level look at the pros and cons of fiberglass and aluminum to help your next purchase decision.
5 boating phrases in layman’s terms
Learn these five boating terms before your next yacht party.
What I Learned at the Miami Boat Show
If you didn’t go, here’s the rundown you need on the dayboat market.
Serious Boat Alert: 2022 Sanlorenzo SX76
A great 2022 Sanlorenzo SX76 buying opportunity out of Istanbul.
The Search for Good People
A single suggestion that will stop the stress: Trust the industry with your next service provider referral.
7 Keys to Charter Success
Quick tips to preparing your vessel for charter operation, from using the proper contracts to crew training, and more. Set yourself up for success by taking smart first steps.
Sold: 2018 VanDutch 30
Found in Canada. Imported to Florida. Available for charter in Miami.
Sold: 2021 VanDutch 48
The famed VanDutch crossover trades at the close of 2022 to a private buyer seeking calm cruising in South Florida.
Sold: 2016 Hodgdon Limo Tender
M/Y Leonardo is a custom limo tender built by Hodgdon in 2016. “Leo” and its sister ship M/Y Walrus, are available for charter in South Florida.
Sold: 2006 WJ 76’ Trawler
M/Y Walrus is a custom, US-built trawler preparing for day charters and dinner cruises in South Florida.
What is a ‘MARAD’ Waiver?
Your foreign vessel is restricted from commercial activity in the United States by the Jones Act, unless it qualifies for a MARAD waiver.
Cannes Yachting Festival 2022: Favorite Boat
Reed’s Winner for the 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival: Bluegame BG72.
Sold: 2017 VanDutch 40
A turnkey VanDutch 40 moves from the Hamptons to Cape Coral after spending two great summers cruising Montauk with a growing family.
2022 Cannes YachtinG Festival: Preview
The 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival kicks off on Tuesday, September 6th with a a list of storylines which could define the market’s trajectory over the next decade.
The Scoop: Pocket Explorers
The 2022 Cannes Yachting Festival will cement Pocket Explorers as the yachting industry’s most promising trend.
The Troubles of Bareboat Chartering
The troubles of bareboat chartering can catch customers and charter operators off guard. Here’s a guide to the legal structures governing your next charter experience in the US.