Cruising World

Cruising World is your passport for exploring the world’s coastlines and oceans while voyaging under sail. Its contributors inspire and entertain through stories, pictures and videos that underscore the beauty and adventure of sailing, while providing instruction on the disciplines of seamanship, navigation and boat handling. The Cruising World community is made up of experienced, committed sailors and boat owners. No matter their long-range sailing plans, Cruising World’s mission is to nurture their dreams with practical how-to information and stirring real-life adventure features.

Editor’s Letter • From shifting cruising trends to the rise of multihulls, sailors everywhere are adjusting course—and finding new ways to thrive afloat.

Cruising World

UNDERWAY • EXPLORING the BEST of the CRUISING LIFESTYLE

ISLANDS of INTRIGUE • Papua New Guinea’s remote shores offer an unforgettable blend of natural wonders and genuine human connections.

MY Furry FIRST MATE • From navigating international pet laws to teaching a kitten to swim, there are joys and challenges that come with having a feline companion on board.

CHANGE Starts WITH US • As derelict vessels pile up in remote anchorages, cruisers must take responsibility for sustainable boating practices to protect the waters we love.

FEAST from the SEA • After spending hours picking mussels in cold Pacific waters, this “curry in a hurry” is the perfect way to warm up.

Don’t BLAME the DOLPHINS • While sailing in Tasmania, we got so caught up in the fun of a show, we missed Mother Nature’s warning.

HANDS-On SAILOR • REAL WORD TIPS and ADVICE for BOAT OWNERS

SPLIT DECISION • Catamarans offer comfort and stability, but they’re not for everyone. A veteran cruising couple explores what it really takes to go two-hulled.

FROM SEXTANTS TO SCREENS • Technology offers powerful navigation tools, but the essentials—a compass, paper charts and a keen eye on the wind—remain indispensable for sailors.

RIGGED TO RIP • Modern multihulls pair featherweight performance with advanced sailhandling systems, creating speed, simplicity and seaworthiness for coastal cruisers.

THE HIGH STAKES OF A FRESH COAT • From hardware removal to postcure print-through, painting a boat is about far more than just picking a pretty color.

FAIL-SAFE SHORE WATER • 12-volt shutoff valve, a latching relay, and modern plumbing can save a boat from flooding when connected to shore water.

The Great Wide Open • The Nautitech 48 Open is a well-mannered, agile sailing cat that’s ready and able to go just about anywhere.

A Couple’s Cat • Blending proven bluewater design with fresh performance upgrades, Seawind’s latest award-winning cat is ready to prowl.

X Marks the FUTURE • SOME SAY THAT IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO ACCOMPLISH GREAT GOALS, BUT WHEN CROSSING OCEANS ABOARD THE SELF-RELIANT XQUISITE SIXTY SOLAR SAIL, YOU TAKE THE VILLAGE WITH YOU.

Kapetalwa The Message of Micronesia • Despite its reputation as a tropical paradise, the region remains little-known and largely unplumbed as a cruising destination.

BACK TO THE FUTURE • A monohuller’s second take on catamaran cruising proves that the right boat, like the right life, depends on where you’re headed—and why.

One Year One Boat One Big Adventure • From snow in Maine to sunshine in Bequia, our family’s six-month cruise proved that the best way to grow together is to go together.

BROKERAGE • WHERE YOU’LL FIND the BEST USED BOATS on the MARKET

Sea CHANGE • After a wild transit through the Northwest Passage, world-class professional rock climber and author Mark Synnott is embarking on a new quest: setting sail for the South Seas.