What Happened to Grand Bahama

I have never been to Grand Bahama, well, except when I did a yacht delivery and stopped at West End to check in before heading to the Abacos. Dinner and an overnight at Old Bahama Bay Resort and Yacht Harbour was peaceful and enjoyable, and the pool, beach bar, and beach were a nice way […]

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Effortless elegance in action; Launching the SW96 Nyumba

Nauta Design reviews a yacht’s interior and exterior design based on their client’s desires. Read about it below. March 2023 Nyumba: a study in functional elegance Following the launch of the SW96 Nyumba, Massimo Gino of Nauta Design explores in more detail the yacht’s design that was specially tailored to meet the client’s wishes in […]

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Fishing in new waters: How to increase your success

Familiarity Breeds Success When fishing new waters, target species similar to ones you catch at home. There’s an old saying that “familiarity breeds contempt,” and it’s no doubt true in many instances. Still, when it comes to the fishing game, familiarity also breeds success. Such is often the case when it comes to probing new […]

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What To Look For When You Need A Boat Yard

Yard Work What to look for in a yard when it’s time to do some serious work on the boat. Boat owners are always tinkering on their vessels, but when the job requires some time in the yard for a more comprehensive repair, there are a few things to consider before using their facilities. Proximity […]

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Aquila teases the 47 Molokai with a sneak peek

Aquila 47 Molokai Power Catamarans’ “Big Kahuna” Something big is in the water, and it’s heading your way The Aquila 47 Molokai. Fresh on the heels of the successful Aquila 28 Molokai and the Aquila 28 Molokai Cuddy, prepare to say aloha to the latest creation from Aquila’s Offshore line, the all-new Aquila 47 Molokai […]

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Plunging Banks Take the Market Down

Plunging Banks Take the Market Down What Do Investors Do Now? Weekly Market Outlook By Keith Schneider and Donn Goodman By now you are probably aware that the equity markets suffered brutal 4+% slides this past week, but the real story of last week was in the credit markets, where expectations of “inflation fighting” increased […]

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Snackle Box — A Snack Hack for Every Boater

Introducing the Snackle Box Use these convenient carrying cases to transport “meals” on board. As beloved as they are, I have found that big appetizer platters are difficult to carry and balance on board. In addition, when going ashore for drinks, it is challenging to transport these lovely creations to share with others. Therefore, I […]

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Weekly Market Outlook – March 8th

After a Cloudy February, the Sun Peaks Out, Markets Go Up but Face Plenty of Headwinds March 8, 2023 Weekly Market Outlook By Keith Schneider and Donn Goodman Dear Southern Boating Readers: The following commentary is from our weekend Market Outlook.  We expressed an opinion that there remains plenty of headwinds, including but not limited […]

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13 Best Runabout Boats of 2023

Baker’s Dozen 13 runabouts to make your day   The term runabout is somewhat outdated these days, and there are many definitions that have refined its meaning throughout the years. A runabout in the boating world is generally thought of as a small, lightweight boat that doesn’t have a cabin, is trailerable, needs little maintenance, […]

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Cruising The Florida Loop

FLOOPin’ – Florida Loop Cruising Start your journey anywhere along the route to experience a different kind of Florida. Looking for a different sort of adventure? Try FLOOPin’—boating along the Florida Loop. You can make a loop around the southern tip of Florida that includes the cut through the Okeechobee Waterway, the stretch along Florida’s southwest […]

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Blackfin 302 DC

Dual Purpose Blackfin’s 302 DC can fish or cruise with equal aplomb. Central Florida’s Blackfin Boats has been turning out fast, rugged, and high-quality fishing boats to ply the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and beyond for 50 years. The Blackfin 302 DC is just that! Founded by Carl Herndon back in 1973, Blackfin […]

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Fishing Reel Maintenance

Reel Maintenance Basic upkeep on your saltwater fishing gear will save money in replacements. There’s little doubt the price of fishing gear has increased significantly in recent years, maybe even more so than other products designed for recreational sport and fun. While there are still plenty of affordable entry-level rod and reel combos that can […]

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Saint Lucia Caribbean Island

Idyllic Island With beautiful scenery and gorgeous weather, Saint Lucia is a must-stop destination as you cruise the Eastern Caribbean. A Great Pink Sea Snail gave Saint Lucia Marigot Bay one of its claims to fame. The make-believe critter was a prop Rex Harrison’s character Dr. Dolittle captured in the 1967 film of the same […]

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Eggs-calating Prices

Eggs-calating Prices Keeps The Inflation Gauge High February 22, 2023 Weekly Market Outlook By Keith Schneider and Donn Goodman The Inflation Indicators – the CPI and PPI.  This past week both indicators were released. The analysts and the “market” had less trepidation given that the most recent few months have seen a significant decrease in […]

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Bonita Springs Boat Show

Bonita Springs Boat Show March 3-6 Visitors to Southwest Florida next month can explore hundreds of boats from center consoles and pontoons to family cruisers, as well as a variety of gear, accessories, and marine services at the 34th Annual Bonita Springs Boat Show, Thursday, March 3rd through Sunday, March 6th, at the Bonita Springs […]

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