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Cruising Destinations

Two Irish Rovers

After an ocean crossing, the crew of the Nordhavn 43 hopscotches among the islands and atolls of the South Pacific.

Slow Burn, Long Legs

It took almost a decade for this couple to complete their Diesel Swan 55, but they wouldn’t change a thing.

Tiny Boat Triumphs

After shifting from a Grand Banks 36 to a Greenline 33 and then a North Pacific 28, this family found unexpected benefits in down-sizing.

Chasing Windmills

A two-week cruise on a chartered steel boat in the Dutch province of Friesland reveals a slow boater’s panacea.

Early Departure

The rewards of an off-peak cruise to British Columbia are empty anchorages and abundant wildlife.

Rinse & Repeat

After two years of exploring the Great Barrier Reef on a Fleming 65, this couple still wants more.

Illustration by Daniel Zalkus

My Best Finds

On every used boat, treasures await. They’re usually wrapped in mystery, possibly alongside a pink thong.

Dometic marine air conditioner

Be Chill

Smart maintenance can head off air-conditioner problems before a boat loses its cool.