Boaters looking for a memorable waterfront getaway during the Christmas holiday season should consider these scenic destinations Winter is around the corner, and so is Christmas! If being on the water pleases you the most, and you want to celebrate Xmas differently in 2022, this guide includes some top-notch boating destinations that will create...
4 Fun Things to Do on the Water in Florida
Here are some fun water activities when boating or traveling to Florida. Water adventures in Florida are one of a kind. With its abundant waterways, the State of Sunshine never fails to amaze its local and international tourists. Explore some of Florida’s top destinations to participate in the most water sports and activities you...
Getting to the Bahamas Boating and The Places to Visit Around the Islands
The Bahamas is undoubtedly one of the most famous tourist destinations globally, nestling two main islands: New Providence and Grand Bahama. Whether you are boating to the Bahamas from Florida or planning to boat when you arrive, there are many amazing sites to explore. This archipelago is located just next to Florida on the...
Boat Trip to Hotel Resort Marina – Was it Worth it?
Are the resort style amenities of a large hotel marina worth the trip? Take a cruise with us to Hyatt Cambridge Hotel and Marina in Maryland This past summer we did our longest cruise ever and stayed at our our first hotel resort marina. Was it worth it? Come along with us and check...
Boat Trip to Historic Havre de Grace Maryland
Join us on a Chesapeake Bay boat trip to explore the historic waterfront town of Havre de Grace on Susquehanna River A few seasons ago (fall 2018) we decided to spend the night in Havre de Grace, check out the town, climb the Concord Point lighthouse, learn a little about its history and relax...
Just A Castaway: Vacation Spots You Can Only Access By Boat
5 amazing resort destinations so remote they can only be accessed by water on a boat taking boating enthusiasts to the next level Caught in the hustle and bustle of your daily life, chances are you have a vacation on the mind. There are seemingly endless benefits of clocking out and unplugging for a...
Butedale Cannery: A Fascinating Place to Stop Cruising the Canadian Inside Passage
Pacific Northwest Liveaboard Sailors Cruise the Canadian Inside Passage and explore the old fishing canneries at Butedale Cannery We arrived in Sitka, Alaska from Hawaii on our 45ft sailboat Distant Drummer in June 2016 and enjoyed a fabulous summer cruising in SE Alaska and northern British Columbia. Butedale, on Princess Royal Island, was one...
Cruising the Wild West Coast of Vancouver Island
Pacific Northwest live aboard sailors experience sailing along the unspoiled side of Vancouver Island After a glorious summer cruising down through the Inside Passage in southeast Alaska and northern British Columbia, we decided to sail down the west coast of Vancouver Island before arriving in Canoe Cove, Sidney where we intended to hole up for...
Flotillas Cruises – Skippers, Crew, and Just Plain Folk
Coordinating captain, trip leader, skipper and crew activities for a smooth sailing flotilla cruise In my introductory article on flotillas, I discussed the potential benefits of flotilla cruises and some of the high-level planning issues – bow to stern. Flotillas – cruising with more than one boat – can be a great way to explore...
Chartering a Boat on the Chesapeake Bay
Charter locations and sailing destinations to explore on the Chesapeake Bay I am unapologetically a sailor. There is something so peaceful and calming about being on a boat under sail with the sunshine on my shoulders and the wind on the beam. And there is nothing more relaxing than sailing on the Chesapeake Bay....
France Canal Cruise: Day 7 Final Leg to Boofzheim
Two charter boats explore France in a week-long cruise along the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France. >See full FRANCE CANAL CRUISE SERIES Chesapeake Flotillas took clients cruising on the canals in Alsace, France on its annual overseas adventure in September. Two boats and 20 people cruised the region for a week. While...
France Canal Cruise: Days 5 & 6 Arriving in Strasbourg At Last
Two charter boats explore France in a week-long cruise along the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France. >See full FRANCE CANAL CRUISE SERIES Chesapeake Flotillas took clients cruising on the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France on its annual overseas adventure in September. Eighteen clients thought it sounded like a great...
France Canal Cruise: Day 4 Into the Brumath Forest by Way of Hochfelden
Two charter boats explore France in a week-long cruise along the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France. >See full FRANCE CANAL CRUISE SERIES Chesapeake Flotillas took clients cruising on the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France on its annual overseas adventure in September. Eighteen clients thought it sounded like a great...
France Canal Cruise: Day 3 The Longest Drop Underway to Saverne
Two charter boats explore France in a week-long cruise along the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France. >See full FRANCE CANAL CRUISE SERIES In September, Chesapeake Flotillas took clients cruising on the Canal du Marne au Rhin in Alsace, France. Twenty people on two boats were in for a totally new experience. Our...