Yanmar named as Official Sponsor for Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples

YANMAR will return to the America’s Cup as an Official Sponsor and Official Marine Sports Sponsor for the 38th edition in Naples. The partnership continues a relationship spanning more than a decade while highlighting marine innovation, performance, sustainability, and the technologies shaping the future of boating.

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10 Myths About Buying a Yacht (That Could Cost You Thousands)

Buying a yacht can offer both lifestyle and financial opportunities—but misinformation can make costly mistakes easy. Patrick Wehrly breaks down 10 common yacht ownership myths and explains why the right strategy, structure, and planning matter before you buy.

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Alaska to Discovery Islands, B.C.

From the icy blue glaciers of Alaska to the secluded harbors of British Columbia, this month-long sailboat delivery through the Inside Passage was packed with unforgettable moments. Humpback whales, orcas, bears, hot springs, hidden bays, challenging tides, and new friendships made the journey from Juneau to Quadra Island an adventure of a lifetime.

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Force 50 and Formosa 51

Big, heavy, and built with unmistakable character, the CT 54, Force 50, and Formosa 51 represent a distinctive era of cruising yacht design. From their clipper bows and full keels to spacious family-friendly interiors, these classic boats offer plenty of personality—along with a few quirks that come with traditional heavy-displacement cruising.

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Let There Be Light!

Modern LED lighting can transform an older boat’s interior with better efficiency, added functionality, and updated style. From USB-equipped reading lights to flexible accent lighting, even small upgrades can make your cabin feel brighter, more comfortable, and more modern.

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The Part No One Prepares You For – A Gentle Warning to the New Cruiser

I kept having people ask about “land sickness” and if we had experienced it yet since returning to Homeport. I thought “yeah I mean, of course it’s an adjustment” until someone older, wiser & more experienced talked to us about how your body will start to actually reject land. Somewhat mimicking sea sickness. But ours? Ours was not physical, it was all mental. Instead of my body rejecting the mindset of no longer swaying and bobbing, my brain rejected the idea of mundane land tasks and conversations.

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