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Welcome aboard!

Welcome Aboard Schooner Eastwind & Schooner Applejack, in Boothbay Harbor your Maine Vacation starts here. Join the Schooner crew for a 2hr. day sail, sunset sail or private charter adventure on Boothbay Harbor’s oldest windjammers. Help hoist sails or take a turn at the wheel as we set a course out past Burnt Island Light,  Squirrel Island, Ram Island Light and the outer islands of Boothbay. Keep a sharp eye out for porpoise, Osprey, Bald Eagles, and harbor seals as we slip by local boats setting their pots or hauling in the lobster catch of the day.

Why Sail With Us

Our goal is for you to experience the best two-hour classic sailing trip in the world. We have been working on this experience in Boothbay Harbor for almost 50 years, have a strong local following, and have been featured in national, best-selling publications. We have the best sailing vessel for exploring Boothbay Harbor. We use an onboard engine to get us to the sailing grounds quickly. The size of our vessel is perfect for exploring all the areas of our rocky harbor to see life along the Maine coast. There are no obstructions on our deck other than the masts, so you always have a full 360-degree view from every seating position.

Our docks are in the center of Boothbay Harbor’s historic waterfront. You are literally steps away from great inns, shops, restaurants, and other activities on the water. We work with and support our waterfront community and will be happy to advise you on all the great experiences around us. Our long history and focus of providing a great experience has made us the first page of Maine’s official guidebook and the first page of the official region guide to the Boothbay area. We have many people who return year after year from abroad to go out with us multiple times a season.

Read About Our Passengers’ Experience!

I highly recommend the Eastwind Schooner tour of coastal Boothbay Maine. Captain Dawson and his First mate Cody were great guides; highly knowledgeable in the history of Boothbay Maine, as well as the vessels used throughout that history. Do yourself a favor and jump onboard!

Great Schooner ride. The crew was top notch. They did not chat away the whole trip but offered great history about the sites and scenery. Wonderful views. It was a very comfortable ride for a sail boat. Buying tickets and checking in was very easy. I can't wait to go out on another ride.

The guys who captained the boat were both great, gave lots of information and were funny too. It was such a great experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone who visits Boothbay Harbor.

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YOU'LL LOVE SEEING SAN DIEGO LIKE THIS

Take a break from the city and experience San Diego from the deck of a pristine sailboat, helmed by a fun & experienced captain.

Family-Friendly, Certified Captains Luxury Sailboats

Sailing San Diego Bay has never been this easy & fun.

Sometimes you just need to stop and take a breath. Relax with your friends and family and take in a side of San Diego you can only find on the water. Soak up the perfect SoCal sunshine, feel the breeze in the sails, and spot some of the area’s incredible marine wildlife on our sailing tours in San Diego.

More time on the water.

Our 3-hour Day and Sunset Sails offer more time on the water than any charter company in San Diego.

Everything is included.

Complimentary beer, soda, and snacks are included with every charter, so all you have to worry about is your SPF.

Safe, comfortable boats.

Our meticulously maintained fleet is helmed by US Coast Guard-certified captains.

“Whether you live in San Diego and want to get some fresh air and sail without a care, or you have visitors in town, which we did, you would be hard-pressed to find a better way to experience San Diego.”

– Paula, Google

Private San Diego Sailing Charters for Groups of 2-12

Make any of our San Diego sailing experiences an exclusive event for your friends and family. Groups of 5+ save when booking as a private sail.

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Private Sunset Sail

Most popular and first to sell out. Sunset Sails may be among the most romantic and relaxing moments of your day.

Sailboat Up to 12 Guests Max User Private & Bareboat Options Check Bubble Complimentary Drinks & Snacks

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Private Day Sail

Our favorite for sure! Stronger winds give us more speed helping the boat go faster, creating a thrilling experience.

• Great for Families
• Hour Glass 2 Hours

Private Morning Sail

Great option if you have limited time. Morning Sails are best know for calm waters and light wind.

Small Group Public Sailing Tours in San Diego

All of our public sails max out at 6 guests, so you’ll never be crowded in with a bunch of strangers  when sailing the San Diego Harbor . Perfect for individuals, couples, and small groups.

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Public Morning Sail

No rush. no worries. no experience required..

We did the morning tour and this was one of the best San Diego experiences we have done. From start to finish everything was easy. The sailboat was beautiful. Check in was quick and on time. Our group of four found the experience awesome. We live in San Diego and saw so many things we had never seen or even knew about. I'd definitely do this trip again.

The whole process of booking and checking in was simple with Sail San Diego. I loved riding with a small group of 6 people in total, it made for a really lovely experience. The captain made the sail fun and interactive. The three hour cruise time when by in a flash, and made me want to book again. I would strongly recommend Sail San Diego for its affordability, value, and expertise and friendliness of its staff.

What a fabulous memory maker! Perfect activity reuniting family from St. Louis and Phoenix with us and our grandchildren. Beautiful sail, accommodating and knowledgeable captain, and spectacular sunset. Can’t wait for more visitors so we can do it again! Read More...

Sailing San Diego Bay Since 1988.

We find that the people who make their way to San Diego, either to visit or to make their homes here, are seekers. They’re looking for that famous SoCal lifestyle: laid back, unpretentious, and fun. When you come out on the water with us, that’s exactly the vibe you’ll get.

As a locally-owned company with deep roots here, it’s our mission to show our guests the real San Diego from a perspective you can’t get anywhere else.

Can’t wait to see you on board  our sailing tours of San Diego ! Cal & the Sail San Diego Team

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Whether you’re looking for a fun way to reward your team, or you want to throw the most memorable and fun party for your friends and family, the team at Sail San Diego will help you plan the perfect unforgettable event on board our pristine sailboats!

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The best sightseeing boat tours in New York City! Fall in love with NYC and the Manhattan skyline! Renowned for our beautiful classic boats and exceptional hospitality.

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The best private boat party venue in New York City! The best private event venue in New York City is aboard a classic boat or yacht in New York Harbor.

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Classic Harbor Line New York —

The best way to see new york city.

Locals and visitors alike can enjoy the top landmarks of NYC from the decks of Manhattan’s finest tour boats. Classic Harbor Line yachts – both sail and power boats – offer year-round private charters and tours in New York Harbor.

We look forward to hosting you on one of our many NY Harbor cruises and sightseeing boat tours. As a top-rated New York City sightseeing tour, you’ll see all of NYC’s best tourist attractions from the water. It’s the best way to see New York City!

Classic Harbor Line New York

As designer, builder, and operator of classically inspired boats, we provide cruises for both day and nighttime tours of New York Harbor aboard finely crafted vessels featuring teak decks, varnished mahogany rails, and gleaming brass fixtures.

Whether buying tickets for one of our New York Harbor sightseeing boat tours to cruise out to see the Statue of Liberty or privately chartering one of our large sailboats or motor yachts for an office outing, you are sure to find yourself on a beautiful boat, surrounded by warm and friendly service, plying through the majestic New York City waterways.

“The Luxury Yacht Sunset Cruise was nothing short of perfect. The staff is extremely friendly and courteous, and my date and I had a great time aboard the ship. The interior of the yacht is very comfortable with an enormous amount of class. It’s also impeccably kept. I would go again in a heartbeat!”

– Sunset Cruise Customer

Dedicated to exceeding expectations for locals and visitors alike while they enjoy the unique wonders of New York City from the water. Classic Harbor Line hopes for the privilege of hosting you on a relaxing, inspiring, and breathtaking NYC boat tour through the waters we proudly call home. Our fleet is reminiscent of the classic boats that sailed the NYC waterways over the last two centuries. Read more >

Read more about our New York City sightseeing cruise offerings, special events, and the history of Classic Harbor Line.

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Traditional Sailing in Southern California

Take a Sailboat Harbor Cruise in Newport, CA

If the waves are calling you and you are eager to explore the beautiful Newport Harbor from another point of view, come aboard the Lively Schooner and let our Captain and tour guide show you the hidden gems and unknown secrets of Newport Harbor.

Experience the Best Tour-Guided Sailboat Bay Cruise

Whether you are new to town, just visiting, or living in the Los Angeles area your whole life, the Lively Schooner can show you aspects of Newport Harbor you never knew! Kick back and relax and let the Lively Schooner crew take care of everything, as they will be your personal tour guide for the day. Each tour is approximately three hours from taking off from the dock to tying back up, so you can expect half of your day to be filled with excitement and adventure.

What to Expect on Your Sailboat Harbor Cruise

Our Lively Schooner sailboat harbor cruises are packed to the brim with main attractions, the best sightseeing, and first-hand knowledge about Newport. Depending on your interests, our Captain and tour guide will take you along the harbor, stopping to view the sea lions and other marine life. As you glide along the coast, you’ll see former celebrity homes like Jennifer Anniston’s or Nicholas Cage’s Newport houses. As the tour continues, you’ll be able to view Newport's famous landmarks, such as the Santa Monica pier and Catalina Island, in the distance. 

Ready for your next adventure? Reach out to our Lively Schooner crew to begin planning your next voyage!

SAG HARBOR SAILING

Rentals, lessons, charters and summer youth programs, explore sailing lessons, rentals and youth programs, sail the hamptons, home to some of the world's most beautiful waterways, sailing boat rentals.

Our 23-foot Pearson Ensign sailboats can comfortably accommodate up to six people. Whether you choose to sail with a captain or on your own, you can fully enjoy your time on the water.

Additionally, our Commodores Club offers seasonal savings for those who sail more than three times.

LEARN TO SAIL

Our instructors offer private lessons on our company’s fleet of 23-foot Pearson Ensign sailboats. Each private lesson can accommodate up to four students, ensuring personalized attention and effective learning.

Get certified with our 2-day American Sailing Association beginner sailing certification program.

SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM

Our week-long program features a wide range of activities on the water including sailing, wake boarding, tubing, water skiing, learning to captain a boat, fishing, paddle boarding, SEABOBS, swimming and more.

Sessions are held Monday–Friday, 9–12:00pm for ages 9–16 and operate from July 1 to August 30. Sign up for multiple weeks or just for the day.

TWENTY YEARS OF SAILING IN THE HAMPTONS

"We had a great day out on the water! The boat was in awesome shape and the staff were super helpful!"

"We rented a sailboat on Sat. Beautiful day. Captain Mark was great and let us be hands-on as possible sailing the 23 ' Pearson Ensign. Would recommend highly!"

"My wife, 2 boys and I hired Mark for the sunset cruise. He was great, the weather was beautiful and our evening was perfect. I highly recommend."

"Great trip fishing with captain Bob! He was great with kids. Two hour fishing trip is just right."

SAIL ACADIA

Sailing charters & lobster tours at acadia national park.

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Mount Desert Island Sailing Tour

Sail Acadia National Park aboard a traditional Friendship Sloop – Maine’s original lobster boat! Built in Friendship, Maine in the late 1800’s, these handsome traditional sailboats were used by coastal fishermen to haul lobster traps by hand under sail. Take part in Maine’s maritime heritage and enjoy sailing smooth waters, abundant wildlife and spectacular coastline of Acadia National Park.

• Hour Glass 2 - 3 Hours
• User All Ages
• Info Up to 6 passengers
• Great for Families!

Lobster & Nature Tour

Enjoy a nature cruise aboard the Elizabeth T, a real Maine lobster boat! Haul lobster traps, visit Somes Sound, and see a seal colony on a perfect size boat for sightseeing, island picnics, and lobster fishing demonstrations.

• Hour Glass 2 Hours
• Info Shared Tours are up to 16 passengers; Private Charters are up to 21 passengers

Sail Acadia National Park

Escape the crowds of Bar Harbor and explore the spectacular coastline of Acadia National Park.

Sail aboard a classic Friendship sloop or a real Maine lobster boat for a private or shared tour of Maine’s most beautiful coastline along Mount Desert Island.

Sailing and lobster boat cruises depart several times each day from Southwest Harbor and Northeast Harbor, just 15 – 20 minutes from Bar Harbor.

At Sail Acadia we maintain and operate our locally built wooden boats with a great respect for Maine’s maritime heritage. We believe in smaller groups and personalized attention for an authentic boating experience in Acadia. Our captains and crew will share their local knowledge and give you their best tour of Mount Desert Island.

Five-Star Sailing & Boat Tours ★★★★★

We were blown away by the service at Sail Acadia. We did a mid-morning private tour for 7 of us. We were able to bring our own mimosas :) Our captain and first mate were knowledgeable, inviting, friendly and easy going. They were very welcoming to our pup! They had blankets and cups on board. Definitely recommend!

We thoroughly enjoyed our sunset cruise with Mike and Kelly. Mike told some great stories of the area, we took wine and dinner to have on the boat, and we enjoyed seeing guillemots and porpoises in the bay. The wind was very light that evening so we had to motor a bit, but it was such a treat to be out on the water on a 120 year old wooden sail boat. We loved it!

We booked a 3 hour sunset sail and it was so much fun. It wasn't the windiest day, but being on the water on a beautiful summer night watching the sun go down can't be beat. We saw plenty of porpoises and other sea wildlife throughout the ride. Bonus points: the tour is BYOB so we brought a bottle of wine with us and the crew provided cheese, crackers and snacks. Thanks for having us!

An awesome experience we can't recommend more highly. Not only was it a fantastic sailing experience, the crew were informative about the area, history, wildlife and the things we were seeing along the way. The crew was great, the boat charming and historic. The best afternoon we have had in Maine for as long as we can remember!

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Living on a Boat in California: What you Need to Know (Best Liveaboard Marinas, Costs, etc)

Living aboard your sailboat in California is probably the dream of your life. Or, a target you want to accomplish and then head to another marina or state. In any case, you want to know more information about life aboard in California. There’s no doubting that the liveaboard lifestyle can appeal to a wide range of people, both boaters and non-boaters. California is also a favorite place by many sailors and some of its marinas are preferred for the liveaboard life. With California’s housing crisis, many people have been scurrying to find alternate housing options. Some of them accept living on a boat rather than departing the state in pursuit of a more modest dwelling. So, keep reading in order to know more information about liveaboard life in California!

Introduction: Liveaboard Life in California

In general, living aboard a boat entails a simpler existence. It forces you to put your life on a diet. You place a greater emphasis on the fundamentals, whereas you are less concerned with material possessions. The necessity of downsizing forces one to go in that path. Moreover, it’s a more intimate way of life. You are aware of whatever anyone is doing, especially if you have kids. However, this isn’t always an advantage for the liveaboard life but it can be depending on your perspective. You can definitely tell the other person’s moods, manner, and more about what was going on in their life.

Being able to live comfortably aboard a boat necessitates having enough space. A wise person once stated that a boat shrinks by one foot every day, especially at sea. While this is an overstatement, boats definitely appear to be getting smaller over time. As a result, I advise choosing a boat that you will not outgrow rapidly, perhaps one size larger than the type you believe will suffice. It’s not supposed to be a camping trip, but it is about living comfortably and having enough space. A common question concerning most people about liveaboard life is if liveaboard slips are available and how much they cost. For instance, within Marina del Rey, there are around 15 different anchorages, each with its own set of norms and rules, including living aboard. Some don’t allow it at all, while others have a minimum size requirement, such as 35 feet.

Each marina has its own set of regulations and offers a variety of amenities such as pools, community areas, and parking. When it comes to living aboard, yacht clubs are a popular alternative. Note that the marinas normally charge an additional fee of around 50% for the liveaboard privilege, which helps to offset the increased energy, water, and other costs.

Generally, California is one of the most desirable places to reside . There are several causes for this. California is one of the most entertaining states in the country. Weed is legal, the population is youthful and diverse, and the economy is doing great. Moreover, there are many activities for sports and nature lovers as well as many marinas to choose from. The economy and the weather are the two most important factors.

And, if you plan to live aboard your boat, the weather is very important. This is because there are only about 33 days of rainfall in California each year. In other words, less than once a week. If you live on your boat, the exterior spaces make up a significant portion of your living space. You are effectively losing half of your home if you are forced to live below deck due to inclement weather. In California, this isn’t an issue.

>>Also Read: Best Boating Destinations in California

Costs of Living Aboard in California

California, particularly Los Angeles, is a liberal state. However, your personality and preferences will play a big role in determining whether or not this is right for you . Note that your political beliefs should not determine where you choose to live. Los Angeles, on the other hand, is arguably the most left-wing metropolis in the country. This is neither good nor bad; it is simply something to be aware of. Furthermore, depending on the type of climate you choose, the temperature might be viewed as a positive or negative factor.

It’s time to think about where you’d like to reside once you’ve determined whether or not California is the state for you. For example, San Diego is significantly different from San Francisco in terms of lifestyle. There’s a lot to think about when comparing cities, much alone specific marinas. Renting a marina slip is similar to renting an apartment in terms of commitment. As a result, ensuring you choose the proper one is crucial. You can rent on a weekly basis without a contract, but you will lose your renter’s rights and it will be more expensive. Most marinas will give you a better deal if you sign a long-term contract. Both of you will benefit from the increased security.

The most important costs about the liveaboard life are slip fees, boat insurance, boat mortgage payments, gas, waste management, food, and water. Determining and sticking to a budget is the most effective strategy to control spending. Boat insurance can be as expensive as home insurance, depending on the size and value of the vessel. Because you won’t be heating, cooling, or lighting as much room, property taxes and electricity will be lower. You’ll almost certainly save money on waste management, gas, and water. Maintenance is an area where prices skyrocket. Marine parts and labor are typically more expensive than their domestic counterparts, sometimes by as much as 20%. Keep in mind that slip fees vary considerably depending on the county you will choose to live in.

Best Liveaboard Marinas in California

Liveaboard Marinas in Northern California:

• Safe Harbor Loch Lomond, San Rafael
• Eureka Public Marina, Eureka
• Vallejo Municipal Marina, Vallejo
• Safe Harbor Ballena Isle, Alameda
• Grand Marina, Alameda
• Antioch Marina, Antioch
• Safe Harbor Emeryville, Emeryville
• Napa Valley Yacht Club, Napa Valley
• Tiki Lagoon Resort & Marina, Stockton
• Stockton Downtown Marina
• Owl Harbobr Marina, Isleton
• Delta Bay Marina, Isleton
• Suisun City Marina
• Westpoint Harbor, Redwood City
• Glen Cove Marina
• Stan’s Yolo Marina, Clarksburg

Liveaboard Marinas in Southern California:

• Redondo Beach Marina
• Ventura West Marina
• Safe Harbor Ventura Isle
• Oceans West Marina, Ventura
• Half Moon Marina, San Diego
• Sun Harbor Marina, San Diego
• Harbor Island West Marina, San Diego
• Safe Harbor Cabrillo Isle, San Diego
• Santa Barbara Harbor, Los Angeles
• Marina Harbor Anchorage, Marina Del Rey
• Alamitos Bay Marina, Long Beach
• Shoreline Marina, Long Beach
• California Yacht Marina – Chula Vista
• Loews Crown Isle Marina
• Avalon Harbor, Santa Catalina Island
• Belle Isle Marina, Georgetown
• Vue Marina, Newport Beach
• Seabridge Marina, Oxnard
• Safe Harbor Anacapa Isle, Oxnard
• The Marina at Dana Point
• California Yacht Marina, Cabrillo Marina, San Pedro
• California Yacht Marina, Port Royal Marina, Redondo Beach
• Island Yacht Anchorage, Wilmington
• Cerritos Yacht Anchorage, Wilmington

>>Also Read: Is it Dangerous to Sail from California to Hawaii?

Liveaboard Lifestyle in California

In general, it is rewarding to live on the ocean. You have the freedom to travel, a community living at the docks, and a simple lifestyle to follow. Of course, living on a boat comes with its own set of difficulties. Rain and wind, for example, might pose some difficulties. Also, it’s possible that your next-door neighbor is less-than-ideal at times. It could be difficult if you’re next to someone who is loud or has an untidy boat. Most boating communities, on the other hand, are made up of people who are friendly, respectful of one another’s privacy, and collegial. For instance, the marinas in Ventura Harbor are quite welcoming to liveaboards, giving them a sense of a real boating community. Many liveaboards also have access to the Channel Islands National Park in the west and the mountains in the east.

Being a liveaboard helps to reduce the clutter that is common in land-based dwellings. It’s much simpler on a boat. You realize you don’t require much of the extra belongings you think you need. As a result, you’ll have more money to spend on other things. Outside of the country, you can do a lot of traveling. Living aboard a boat necessitates a willingness to let up material possessions. Learning to live tiny is the most difficult change, but it is also the most liberating, as dock parties, dinners, and events are all prevalent among most Californian marinas. You form friendships with folks you’ll meet during dinner with others.

Most liveaboards state that maintaining a boat can be difficult in California, but that with patience and hard effort, many concerns can be resolved. Everything has a learning curve to it. I don’t think you need to know much about boats to do it; all you need to do is be at ease with yourself and recognize that this isn’t a house; it’s different, and you just have to go with the flow.

The monthly costs of being a liveaboard might vary from one liveaboard to another. A liveaboard who lives aboard a 40-foot sailboat in a marina with a $20 per foot slip fee would pay the marina $800 per month. Electricity, bottom cleaning, topside cleaning, sewage, maintenance, insurance, and taxes are other important costs. These charges could increase monthly living expenses by $500 to $600 or more. Payments on the vessel, if any, are another potential monthly expense.

The Pros and Cons of the Liveaboard Life in California

Moving onboard can be a time-consuming procedure. You have to get rid of everything that won’t fit aboard the boat. This is because you intend to travel for a few years and don’t want to worry about storing your belongings. You might don’t care for the marina’s position as much as others, but the amenities and the community fulfill your needs and preferences. Other times you might really like the location but the marina doesn’t offer cheap slip fees or adequate amenities.

Being a liveaboard does have its drawbacks, however, the precise drawbacks differ from boater to boater. Being a liveaboard can be less expensive than living in a land-based home or apartment. But, the cost of living on a sailboat is ultimately determined by marina fees and the kind, size, and condition of the boat. For example, it’s not easy to find a liveaboard slip at any of the Port of Los Angeles marinas. Living aboard a boat is limited to 5% of available spots at each marina by the Port of Los Angeles. On the other hand, those who choose to live near the Cerritos Channel and the Port of Los Angeles’ East Basin will discover a unique blend of charm and challenges.

Another advantage of the liveaboard life is that you’re always on the water and aware of the weather conditions. Liveaboards may also choose specific marinas in order to make friendships, get away from the hustle and bustle, or just to change their way of living. A very important consideration for liveaboards is safety and security in the marina they choose to live in. Liveaboards detect if a boat is taking on water or if there is a boat that doesn’t belong here because they go by the marina every day. Liveaboards will notify the Port Police if they notice suspicious activity in their marina or the surrounding region because they are familiar with the area.

These are some of the most important questions you have to ask yourself. Is this the right way of life for me? Can I afford to properly maintain and repair my boat? Will I be able to work on board or from the marina of my choice? Is the marina where I want to live offering liveaboard slips right now? How long should I expect to have to wait to become a licensed liveaboard? Is my boat large enough for a family to live on? Will my family be at ease onboard? Will we be ready if something goes wrong with our boat, such as a costly repair or irreversible damage?

For individuals hoping for a quick resolution to their problem of high rent, living on a boat may cause more problems than it solves. Ocean enthusiasts with boating experience (or a desire to gain experience) and a desire to be a part of a close community – as well as patience and a willingness to be open-minded during the process of applying for liveaboard status – will find this a gratifying experience.

Permits and Prices in Certain California Marinas

Note that in all of Long Beach’s marinas, up to 230 liveaboards are permitted. Shoreline Marina in downtown Long Beach has the most liveaboards, with three vessels in Rainbow Harbor/Marina also serving as primary residences (3.5 percent of slip count). Avalon Harbor is home to a small number of boats, who enjoy active summers and occasionally stormy winters. Only a few liveaboard licenses are available on the central Orange County coast, and liveaboards are only allowed on the city’s offshore moorings. A liveaboard may occupy no more than 7% of all offshore moorings in Newport Harbor, according to city regulation. A couple of liveaboards can be found at Sunset Aquatic Park in Huntington Harbour.

Note that the cost of a liveaboard slip in Wilmington is generally lower than that of a marina in Long Beach or San Pedro. The Port of Los Angeles exclusively admits liveaboards for safety and security reasons. Only a few marina managers are liveaboards, and no marina owners dwell at these marinas.

Orange County’s southernmost harbor is in Dana Point Marina. To receive a liveaboard permit in Dana Point, a potential tenant must meet specific standards and pay the required rent and cost. For example, a liveaboard vessel has at least 140 square feet of usable area for one person and an extra 40 square feet for each tenant. The charge for a liveaboard is 40% of the basic slip rate. So, the owner of a 35-footer, the smallest boat allowed in a liveaboard spot, would pay $622 in rent plus $248.80 in liveaboard fees, in Dana Harbor. Liveaboards are also authorized in Redondo Beach and Marina del Rey; however, at Redondo Beach’s King Harbor Marina, liveaboards are not permitted to be near to or across from one another.

Owning the Right Boat, Being in the Right Place

Boats are costly, sometimes exceeding the average cost of a home in the United States, particularly if they meet the criteria for liveaboard status in some marinas. Aside from routine upkeep, persons interested in becoming liveaboards must choose the type of boat that will best meet their needs. Most marinas will have minimum boat size requirements for liveaboard status: it might be as small as a 25-footer or as large as a 30 or 35-footer, depending on the marina. Everything depends on the marina.

There are several trawlers and other boat designs available today that would make living onboard comparable to living in a floating condo, but those boats may come at a cost. If you buy a used boat for a low price, keep in mind that it may require a lot of maintenance. New boats that provide the comfort that some are looking for could cost more than $100,000, with some of the newer vessels costing significantly more than the typical home price. The size of the vessel may also be determined by the number of people living onboard. For example, for a single person, 25-foot vessels are preferable, however for a family of two or more, scaling up may be more convenient.

If you’re thinking of living on a boat, consider saving up enough money to get a newer boat. Spend a few hundred dollars on a marine surveyor once you’ve found the one you want. Like this, there will be no surprises down the road.

Every marina will have its own process for applying for liveaboard status. Some are run by municipalities, while others are run for profit by private companies. Depending on the popularity of the location, municipally-owned harbors will often have a significantly lower restriction or percentage of liveaboards. Note that in order to get a slip, you’ll usually have to wait a lengthy time.

One thing to keep in mind while deciding whether or not a liveaboard is good for you or your family is that while you own the boat, you do not own the boat slip. The marina is essentially renting the slip, which implies there may be an increase in slip rental prices at times. While owning a home provides equity, the value of a boat may depreciate over time. With slip payments, a boat payment (if you don’t own the boat outright), maintenance costs, and so on, living aboard a boat might be comparable to Southern California’s median rental expenses. In other words, living aboard is by no means a cheap or simple alternative.

Living on a Boat in California – The Bottom Line

Hopefully, you now have a solid idea of whether California is the right place for you. In the United States, there are a plethora of wonderful spots to live aboard your sailboat. And, California is unquestionably one of the best states in the country. However, prices can be really expensive. California is not cheap to live in, but you get what you pay for. Good weather, delicious food, and a plethora of activities. If you’re not sure if you want to live there full-time, spend your next holiday anchored at one of the marinas in order to get a grasp of things. It can offer you a taste of what your life might be like if you decide to go ahead and make the move.

So, are you interested in becoming a liveaboard in California? Many marinas provide detailed information to boaters regarding some of the factors involved, such as monthly rates and amenities available. Some marinas have quotas or other restrictions on how many liveaboards are allowed. Make sure to check each harbor’s or marina’s website to see if liveaboards are permitted. What are the rules for liveaboard tenants? Is there a liveaboard slips waiting list? What is the cost of a liveaboard? Also, ask about parking, security, restrooms, showers, communal areas, WiFi access, and proximity to restaurants, freeways, and shopping.

I wish that this article was helpful to your research about living aboard your sailboat in a Californian marina or harbor. Wish you all safe & pleasant voyages!

Peter is the editor of Better Sailing. He has sailed for countless hours and has maintained his own boats and sailboats for years. After years of trial and error, he decided to start this website to share the knowledge.

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As bodies were recovered, the authorities and experts wondered how a $40 million, stable and secure vessel could have sunk so quickly.

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Two months after being cleared in a bruising legal battle over fraud charges, the British tech mogul Mike Lynch celebrated his freedom with a cruise. He invited his family, friends and part of his legal team on board his luxury sailing yacht, a majestic 180-foot vessel named Bayesian after the mathematical theorem around which he had built his empire.

On Sunday night, after a tour of the Gulf of Naples, including Capri, and volcanic islands in the Eolian archipelago, the boat anchored half a mile off the Sicilian coast in Porticello, Italy. It chose a stretch of water favored by the Phoenicians thousands of years ago for its protection from the mistral wind and, in more recent times, by the yachts of tech billionaires. The boat was lit “like a Christmas tree,” local residents said, standing out against the full moon.

But about 4 a.m., calamity unfolded. A violent and fast storm hit the area with some of the strongest winds locals said they had ever felt. Fabio Cefalù, a fisherman, said he saw a flare pierce the darkness shortly after 4.

Minutes later, the yacht was underwater. Only dozens of cushions from the boat’s deck and a gigantic radar from its mast floated on the surface of the sea, fishermen said.

In all, 22 people were on board, 15 of whom were rescued. Six bodies — five passengers and the ship’s cook — had been recovered by Thursday afternoon, including that of Mr. Lynch, an Italian government official said, adding that the search was continuing for his daughter.

It was a tragic and mystifying turn of events for Mr. Lynch, 59, who had spent years seeking to clear his name and was finally inaugurating a new chapter in his life. Experts wondered how a $40 million yacht, so robust and stable could have been sunk by a storm near a port within minutes.

“It drives me insane,” said Giovanni Costantino, the chief executive of the Italian Sea Group, which in 2022 bought the company, Perini, that made the Bayesian. “Following all the proper procedures, that boat is unsinkable.”

The aura of misfortune only deepened when it emerged that Stephen Chamberlain, 52, a former vice president of finance for Mr. Lynch’s former company and a co-defendant in the fraud case, was killed two days earlier, when he was hit by a car while jogging near his house in England.

Since June, the two men had been in a jubilant mood. A jury in San Francisco had acquitted both on fraud charges that could have sent them to prison for two decades. There were hugs and tears, and they and their legal teams went for a celebratory dinner party at a restaurant in the city, said Gary S. Lincenberg, a lawyer for Mr. Chamberlain.

The sea excursion was meant as a thank-you by Mr. Lynch to those who had helped him in his legal travails. Among the guests was Christopher J. Morvillo, 59, a scion of a prominent New York family of lawyers who had represented Mr. Lynch for 12 years. He and his wife, Neda, 57, were among the missing.

So, too, was Jonathan Bloomer, 70, a veteran British insurance executive who chaired Morgan Stanley International and the insurer Hiscox.

The body of the ship’s cook, Recaldo Thomas, was recovered. All the other crew members survived. Among them was Leo Eppel, 19, of South Africa, who was on his first yacht voyage working as a deck steward, said a friend, who asked not to be identified.

Since the sinking, the recovery effort and investigation have turned the tiny port town of Porticello, a quiet enclave where older men sit bare-chested on balconies, into what feels like the set of a movie.

Helicopters have flown overhead. Ambulances have sped by with the sirens blaring. The Coast Guard has patrolled the waters off shore, within sight of a cordoned-off dock that had been turned into an emergency headquarters.

On Wednesday afternoon, a church bell tolled after the first body bag was loaded into an ambulance, a crowd watching in silence.

The survivors were sheltering in a sprawling resort near Porticello, with a view of the shipwreck spot, and had so far declined to comment.

Attilio Di Diodato, director of the Italian Air Force’s Center for Aerospace Meteorology and Climatology, said that the yacht had most likely been hit by a fierce “down burst” — when air generated within a thunderstorm descends rapidly — or by a waterspout , similar to a tornado over water.

He added that his agency had put out rough-sea warnings the previous evening, alerting sailors about storms and strong winds. Locals said the winds “felt like an earthquake.”

Mr. Costantino, the boat executive, said the yacht had been specifically designed for having a tall mast — the second-tallest aluminum mast in the world. He said the Bayesian was an extremely safe and secure boat that could list even to 75 degrees without capsizing.

But he said that if some of the hatches on the side and in the stern, or some of the deck doors, had been open, the boat could have taken on water and sunk. Standard procedure in such storms, he said, is to switch on the engine, lift the anchor and turn the boat into the wind, lowering the keel for extra stability, closing doors and gathering the guests in the main hall inside the deck.

12 guests occupied the yacht’s six cabins. There were also 10 crew members.

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The New York Times attempted to reach the captain, James Cutfield, who had survived, for comment through social media, his brother and the management company of the yacht (which did not hire the crew), but did not make contact.

So far none of the surviving crew members have made a public statement about what happened that night.

Fabio Genco, the director of Palermo’s emergency services, who treated some of the survivors, said that the victims had recounted feeling as if the boat was being lifted, then suddenly dropped, with objects from the cabins falling on them.

The Italian Coast Guard said it had deployed a remotely operated vehicle that can prowl underwater for up to seven hours at a depth of more than 980 feet and record videos and images that they hoped would help them reconstruct the dynamics of the sinking. Such devices were used during the search and rescue operations of the Titan vessel that is believed to have imploded last summer near the wreckage of the Titanic.

After rescuers broke inside the yacht, they struggled to navigate the ropes and many pieces of furniture cluttering the vessel, said Luca Cari, a spokesman for Italy’s national firefighter corps.

Finally, as of Thursday morning, they had managed to retrieve all but one of the missing bodies, and hopes of finding the missing person alive were thin. “Can a human being be underwater for two days?” Mr. Cari asked.

What was certain was that Mr. Lynch’s death was yet another cruel twist of fate for a man who had spent years seeking to clear his name.

He earned a fortune in technology and was nicknamed Britain’s Bill Gates. But for more than a decade, he had been treated as anything but a respected tech leader.

He was accused by Hewlett-Packard, the American technological pioneer that had bought his software company, Autonomy, for $11 billion, of misleading it about his company’s worth. (Hewlett-Packard wrote down the value of the transaction by about $8.8 billion, and critics called it one of the worst deals of all time .) He had been increasingly shunned by the British establishment that he sought to break into after growing up working-class outside London.

He was extradited to San Francisco to face criminal charges, and confined to house arrest and 24-hour surveillance on his dime. In a townhouse in the Pacific Heights neighborhood — with security people he jokingly told associates were his “roommates” — he spent his mornings talking with researchers whom he funded personally on new applications for artificial intelligence. Afterward, he devoted hours to discussing legal strategy with his team.

Despite his persistent claims of innocence, even those close to Mr. Lynch had believed his odds of victory were slim. Autonomy’s chief financial officer, Sushovan Hussain, was convicted in 2018 of similar fraud charges and spent five years in prison.

During Mr. Lynch’s house arrest, his brother and mother died. His wife, Angela Bacares, frequently flew over from England, and she became a constant presence in the San Francisco courtroom during the trial.

After he was finally acquitted, Mr. Lynch had his eye on the future. “I am looking forward to returning to the U.K. and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field,” he said.

Elisabetta Povoledo contributed reporting from Pallanza, Italy.

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H INGHAM - Two people were seriously hurt and rushed to hospitals, after a dramatic boat crash in Hingham Bay, Hingham, first responders said.

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A sailboat sank into the water after, investigators said, a speedboat crashed into it, leaving two people hurt.

The crash rocked lifelong boaters like Bill Norton, who could see the mast of the sailboat ominously sticking up from his house across the bay.

"I was hoping nobody got hurt. You can replace a boat, but the people getting hurt - that's a different story," said Norton. "Sailboat has the right of way over a powerboat, every time."

'Not a common occurrence'

Water Taxi Captain Ray Suarez saw the aftermath as he went back and forth shuttling passengers all day. He's been on the water most of his life and said  the site was unusual.

"We saw the mast just sticking out of the water. There was a lot of state police and salvage boats trying to figure out what to do with it," said Captain Suarez. "Sailboats generally go very slow, and powerboats generally go very fast. So, somebody obviously wasn't paying attention because they hit the boat so hard that they sank it, and that's not a common occurrence."

Hingham and Weymouth first responders, and Massachusetts Environmental Police rushed to the rescue after the boat crash. First responders say a towboat will work to recover the submerged sailboat because it's a danger to other boats navigating the bay.

"Make sure you have life preservers for everyone on board, you go at a safe pace, so you stay safe and you keep the people around you safe as well," said Captain Suarez.

The Massachusetts Environmental Police are investigating the incident.

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A boat sank in Hingham Bay after colliding with another vessel on Friday afternoon, resulting in serious injuries and a large emergency response, officials said.

The boats collided in the area of Grape Island off Weymouth, an island in the Hingham Bay area of the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area, according to Hingham Firefighters Local 238.

“There has been a boat collision in the vicinity of Grape Island with serious injuries and a sinking vessel,” the department wrote in a Facebook post.

It wasn’t immediately clear how many people were hurt.

Video captured by a Boston 25 News photographer showed the vessel gradually sinking as emergency response boats flocked to the scene of the wreck.

There were no additional details immediately available.

The cause of the collision is under investigation.

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Sailboat sinks in waters off the South Shore. What led up to the sinking

Two boats collided near Grape Island in Hingham Bay on Friday, fire department officials said.

The U.S. Coast Guard said it responded to a collision between a 21-foot sailboat and a 38-foot power boat along with the Quincy and Weymouth harbormasters. The sailboat sank.

The incident happened near Grape Island, which is about 1 mile north of Hingham Harbor in Weymouth.

A female suffered injuries which were described by officials as serious. She was taken to a Boston-area hospital while a male was taken to a hospital in Weymouth.

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Two boats collided in the water in Hingham Bay on Friday afternoon, with video from Sky 5 showing a sailboat partially submerged in the water with another boat nearby.

The incident happened in the vicinity of Grape Island, which is approximately one mile north of Hingham Harbor in Weymouth.

The U.S. Coast Guard said they responded to a collision between a 21 foot sailboat and a 38 foot power boat along with the Quincy and Weymouth harbormasters.

Authorities believe the power boat was heading away from Hingham into the main channel and struck a 21 foot sail boat.

What appears to be blood is visible on the back of the motorboat.

The crash submerged the sailboat, leaving only the top of its mast and the tip of the bow visible above the waterline.

A source says the motorboat struck the sailboat, and a man and woman on board the sailboat both suffered serious injuries, apparently hit by the other boat's propeller.

"I was hoping that everyone was ok," said Ann Goldman, a ferry passenger who witnessed the aftermath.

Goldman was on an MBTA ferry that passed by the two boats and took pictures shortly after they collided around noon.

"I mean when you see a collision, when you see police boats, you're like, 'I hope something wasn't terribly wrong.' But something was definitely terribly wrong," Goldman said.

Two people on the motorboat appeared unhurt and were brought to shore and questioned by state environmental police.

"We've never seen anything like that going in and out to Boston. And so it was a bit of a shock, especially on a calm day," said David McGuiness, another ferry passenger.

Longtime sailboater Dennis Hynes said boats are supposed to slow down in the narrow channel between Weymouth and Grape Island.

"If you were leaving this area, you would go right through that point," Hynes said.

Hynes said that if the sailboat was under sail power, it would have the right of way.

"It should not have been that busy out there. So it looks like maybe some inattention and excessive speed just looking at the pictures you showed me," Hynes said.

The female suffered injuries which were describe by officials as serious. She was transported to a Boston area hospital while the male was transported to a hpWeymouth.

The investigation into the collision continues as authorities work to determine if someone is at fault.

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Vessel Arrival & Departure Questions

619-685-4312 or 619-685-4304

U.S. Coast Guard

619-278-7033

San Diego Harbor Police/Customs Dock Location

Latitude 32° 43′ 12.846” North Longitude 117° 10′ 6.8448” West

Harbor Sailboat Member Amenities

• Included parking while sailing (holiday restrictions)
• Access to pool, hot tub, and saunas
• Fuel dock/pump out dock

Local Anchorages

There are three anchorages within San Diego Bay; permits are required for most areas. Contact Harbor Sailboats for the Hull ID # prior to requesting a permit.

Permits are available online at the Port of San Diego on VHF Ch-16 or (619) 686-6227.

La Playa Cove Located between San Diego and Southwestern Yacht Clubs in the Shelter Island Yacht Basin, marked by yellow buoys. La Playa Cove is a 72-hour, weeekend-only anchorage. The hours for anchoring are from 0900 beginning on Friday through 0900 on Monday. In case of a weekend holiday, anchoring is permitted for 96 hours. If the holiday falls on a Friday, anchoring is permitted from 0900 hours on Thursday through 0900 hours on Monday. If the holiday falls on a Monday, anchoring is permitted from 0900 hours on Friday through 0900 hours on Tuesday. All boats must have a holding tank.

Glorietta Bay Located in Glorietta Bay, south of the Coronado Golf Course and marked by yellow buoys. Glorietta Bay is a 72-hour, 7 days a week anchorage. The hours for anchoring begin and end at 0900 hours; all boats must have a holding tank. Boaters should exercise caution when entering the channel as Glorietta Bay is known to have several shoals on the outskirts of the channel; pass under the Coronado bridge at its widest part and pick up the channel.

• Mission Bay

Located to port as you enter the channel is Mariner’s Basin and to starboard is Quivera Basin. Both are located outside of the Ventura Bridge (Harbor Sailboat’s yachts are not allowed under the bridge). Guest slips are available at Islandia Marina (619) 224-1234 and Marina Village or drop anchor at Bonita Cove in Mariner’s Basin. Mariner’s Basin will dry at low tide on the most northerly side of the bay so exercise caution when choosing a spot for the night.

Hazards to Navigation

A good source of boating and navigation information for all boaters is the U.S. Coast Guard’s Local Notice to Mariners and Local Charts (this information should not be used as a navigational tool).  All Harbor Sailboats boats under 28′ must stay inside the San Diego Bay, Harbor Sailboats defines the bay as the waterway between the Coronado Bridge and Ballast Point. View local hazards on the chart

The Midway Museum (USS Midway) is moored along the Broadway Pier with it’s bow pointing towards the bay. The overhanging bow will dismast a sailboat that is sailing too close to the ship, so be sure to maintain at least 500 yards of separation from this retired aircraft carrier. 

There are several areas to be aware of at the entrance to the San Diego Bay.  To seaward of Point Loma and the lighthouse are thick kelp beds, which run for about 1.5 miles south of the point. Although the fishing is great, it’s very easy to get kelp caught in engine intakes so sailors must pass SD1 before turning North. Just inside the kelp line, there are breakers near the tip of Point Loma during a south swell.

To the east of the San Diego Bay channel entrance is a submerged jetty that runs for approximately 2 miles offshore; rocks are visible at low tide but can be tough to pick up during high tides. This borders the Zuniga Shoal, further to the west.

North Island

At approximately 32° 41′ 10.2″N 117° 13′ 40.7″ W, near North Island, is a submerged jetty and rocks. This hazard to navigation is across the channel from Ballast Point and should be passed with plenty of room.

The northwesterly coastline of North Island can be very shallow and is a protected area. Boaters should stay well off the beach.

Shelter Island

There are shoaling waters near the entrance to Shelter Island. Be careful when entering near the southern tip and follow the marked channel. Skippers must pick up the channel entrance marked by a red buoy approximately 500 yards off the beach.

There is a shoal just west of the Coronado Ferry Landing and east of the carrier basin on the Coronado side of the bay.

Another shoal is at the first dogleg heading south on the south side of the Coronado Bridge heading towards Chula Vista and the entrance to the Sweetwater Channel.

One more shoal is between the #1 green buoy and the amphibious base southeast at the entrance to Glorietta Bay.  This shoal can be troublesome for all boats during average tides and for smaller vessels at low tide.

Towing Services

• Boat/US: (For Boat/US Members only): 1-800-391-4869
• SeaTow: 1-888-9SEATOW or (619) 973-2869
• Vessel Assist: 1-800-588-2128 or (619) 223-3575
• Westow: 1-800-493-7869 or (619) 221-9193

If you are not experiencing an emergency, please contact Harbor Sailboats before contracting a towing service.

A good source of information that concerns navigation as well as many other issues all boaters should keep abreast of is the U.S. Coast Guard’s Local Notice to Mariners. San Diego falls within the U.S. Coast Guard Eleventh District, which provides the Local Notice to Mariners for the Southern California region. For further information on Coast Guard navigation issues you should take a look at the Coast Guard Navigation Center. You can find vessel movement information at Vessel Traffic Advisory.

Sailing in Mexican Waters

Harbor Sailboats yachts are not allowed in Mexican waters.

• Pearson Marine Fuel Dock, 2435 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island, 619-222-7084
• High Seas Fuel Dock, 2540 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island, 619-523-2980
• Harbor Island Fuel Dock, 2040 Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island, 619-291-6443
• Chula Vista Boat Launching Ramp, foot of Marina Way, Chula Vista
• Glorietta Bay Boat Launching Ramp, 1715 Strand Way, Coronado
• National City Boat Launching Ramp, foot of Goesno place, National City
• Shelter Island Boat Launching Ramp, 2200 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego

Pump Out Facilities

Local yacht clubs & marinas.

Due to the extensive administrative process, a $100 admin fee will be assessed for Marriott Marina reservations.  

• Bay Club Marina, 2131 Shelter Island Drive, 619-222-0314
• Island Palms Marina, 2071 Shelter Island Drive, 619-223-0301
• Cabrillo Isle Marina, 1450 Harbor Island Drive, 619-297-6222
• California Yacht Marina, 640 Marina Parkway, Chula Vista, 619-422-2595
• Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Chula Vista, 619-691-1860
• Coronado Cays Yacht Club, 30 Caribe Cays Boulevard, Coronado, 619-429-0133
• Coronado Yacht Club, 1631 Strand Way, Coronado, 619-435-1848
• Fifth Avenue Landing, 600 Convention Way, 619-704-2550 (yachts 65300)
• Glorietta Bay Marina, 1715 Strand Way, Coronado, 619-435-5203
• Half Moon Marina, 2131 Shelter Island Drive, 619-224-3401
• Harbor Island West Marina, 2040 Harbor Island Drive, 619-291-6440
• Loews Coronado Bay Resort & Marina, 4000 Coronado Bay Road, Coronado, 619-424-4000
• Marina Cortez, 1880 Harbor Island Drive, 619-291-5985
• Kona Kai Marina/Shelter Island Marina, 1561 Shelter Island Drive, 619-224-7547
• Pier 32 Marina, 3201 Marina Way, National City, 619-477-3232
• San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina, 333 West Harbor Drive
• San Diego Yacht Club, 1011 Anchorage Lane, Pont Loma, 619-221-8400
• Shelter Cove Marina, 2240 Shelter Island Drive, 619-224-2471
• Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, 1380 Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island, 619-291-2900
• Silver Gate Yacht Club, 2091 Shelter Island Drive, 619-222-1214
• Southwestern Yacht Club, 2702 Qualtrough Street, Point Loma, 619-222-0438
• Sun Harbor Marina, 5104 North Harbor Drive, America’s Cup Harbor, 619-222-1167
• Sunroad Resort Marina, 955 Harbor Island Drive, Harbor Island, 619-574-0736

Local Hotels

• Kona Kai Hotel
• Hilton Airport
• The Bay Club
• Holiday Inn Bayside
• Best Western Island Palms
• Best Western Posada

Destinations

• Glorietta Bay
• Chula Vista Marina
• Catalina Island
• Oceanside Marina and Fuel Dock
• Dana Point Marina
• Long Beach Harbor

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2010 Oceanis 34

Specifications:

• Capacity – 8
• Length – 33′11″
• Beam – 12′
• Draft – 6′1″
• Furling Main – Yes
• Furling Jib – Yes
• Cabins – 2
• Head – Manual
• Canvas – Bimini
• Winches – Manual
• Single Helm
• Single Rudder

Boat name: Ruth

Oceanis 41.1

04/07/3017; Les EMbiez (FRA; 83) - Chantier Beneteau; Oceanis 41.1

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2020 and 2019 Oceanis 41.1

• Capacity – 12
• Length – 40’9”
• Beam – 13’9”
• Draft – 7’1”
• Cabins – 3
• Head – Electric
• Canvas – Bimini, Dodger, Connector
• Winches – Electric Main
• Bow Thruster

Boat Name: Nancy Jean II, Keelin It

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2019 Capri 22

• Capacity – 5
• Length – 22′
• Beam – 8′
• Draft – 4′
• Furling Main – No
• Cabins – N/A
• Head – Enclosed
• Canvas – N/A
• Single Tiller
• Outboard Engine

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2006 Catalina 28 (2 in Fleet)

• Capacity – 7
• Length – 29’5″
• Beam – 10’4″
• Draft – 5’2″

Boat names: Dee, Louis

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Oceanis 31 Camaya

2019, 2018, 2017, 2013 Oceanis 31 (4 in Fleet)

• Length – 31′8″
• Beam – 11’11″
• Draft – 5’1″
• Furling Main – Yes (Camaya, Evocative, Laura), No (Jessica)
• Head – Manual (Evocative, Jessica), Electric (Camaya, Laura)

Boat name: Evocative, Camaya, Laura, Jessica

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Silver Lin 3

2015 Oceanis 35

• Length – 32’9″
• Beam – 12’2″
• Draft – 6’1″
• Canvas – Bimini, Connector
• Twin Rudder

Boat name: Silver Lining

Oceanis 35.1

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2021 (2), 2018 Oceanis 35.1

• Canvas – Bimini, Connector, Dodger

Boat name: Why Knot & Re-berth, CJ

New Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 Ph: Guido Cantini / Beneteau

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2020 Oceanis 46.1

• Length – 47’11”
• Beam – 14’9”
• Draft – 8’8”
• Winches – Electric

Boat name: Isla

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2023 Oceanis 34.1

• Length – 35’4″
• Beam – 11’9″
• Draft – 6’5″

Boat name: Bijou

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Oceanis 51.1

2019 Oceanis 51.1

• Length – 52’4”
• Beam – 15’9”
• Draft – 9’5”
• Cabins – 4

Boat Name:  Luna Sea

Oceanis 30.1

Voilier Océanis 30.1,shooting Groupe Bénéteau en Finlande

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2022 Oceanis 30.1

• Length – 31’2”
• Beam – 9’8”
• Draft – 6’1”

Boat Name: Ms. NautiGirl

Oceanis 38.1

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2021 Oceanis 38.1

• Capacity – 10
• Length – 37’9”
• Beam – 13’1”
• Draft – 6’10”

Boat Name: Knotty Berth

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2017 Oceanis 37

• Length – 37’8″
• Beam – 12’10″
• Draft – 6.0′

Boat name: Jasmine

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21/09/2011 – Portofino (ITA) – Chantier Beneteau – Oceanis 45***21/09/2011 – Portofino (ITA) – Chantier Beneteau – Oceanis 45

2016 Oceanis 45

• Capacity – 12
• Length – 45’9”
• Beam – 14’9”
• Draft – 7’5”
• Furling Main – Yes
• Furling Jib – Yes
• Head- Electric
• Canvas- Bimini, Connector, Dodger
• Winches- Electric

Boat Name: Esperanza

Young humpback whale freed from fishing tackle that had entangled its tail in Sydney Harbor

A young humpback has been freed from fishing tackle that had entangled its tail during an almost 24-hour rescue operation in Sydney Harbor

MELBOURNE, Australia -- A young humpback whale was freed from fishing tackle that had entangled its tail during an almost 24-hour rescue operation in Sydney Harbor.

The juvenile whale immediately began swimming toward the Sydney Heads and the open Pacific Ocean after government wildlife rescuers removed the ropes late Friday morning, Macquarie University whale expert Vanessa Pirotta said.

The distressed whale was first reported by operators of a whale watching cruise ship in the harbor at 1 p.m. on Thursday.

A rescue attempt involving boats, helicopters and drones began Thursday afternoon and resumed at first light Friday.

Pirotta said the whale could have become entangled far earlier than Thursday.

She could tell by the sound of the whale’s breathing that it was “very fatigued” before it was freed.

“Is the whale OK? I hope, I don’t really know. The reality is this animal has been through a huge ordeal,” Pirotta told Australian Broadcasting Corp.

“Being entangled in fishing gear is an awful thing, but then having boats and drones in the busiest harbor on Earth, Sydney Harbor — it’s just incredible to see where this has just unfolded,” Pirotta added.

Jessica Fox, an official from the volunteer Organization for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia, said the rescue crew attached buoys to the tangled rope to slow the whale so they could eventually hold it in place while they cut the rope away.

“The whale has been going in circles in Sydney Harbor, making some erratic directional changes,” Fox said in video posted on social media on Friday before the mammal was freed.

“As you can imagine, it’s a very, very difficult task to try and disentangle a whale,” Fox added.

Pirotta said it was not clear why the whale had remained in the harbor rather than swim to the open ocean with its tail entangled. But staying in the harbor made rescuers’ job easier, she said.

A humpback whale is considered a juvenile up to 4 years old. Its gender is unknown.

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Monday, September 3, 2018

Tackling moscow by train and boat.

Our first full day in Moscow started fairly late since we were still catching up on sleep.  Around 1, we finally were able to get our act together and get out the door. 

We stopped by a cafe to get some breakfast and headed over to the Red Square.  Since the festival is going on, we had to go through metal detectors.  Once we cleared security, we reached the State Historical Museum which provided an entrance to the Red Square.

We walked the length of the Red Square, passing by the Kazan cathedral.

Under normal conditions, the Red Square is a large walking area with the State Historical Museum on one end and St. Basil's on the other end.  On the sides is the Kremlin wall on one side and then the GUM shopping mall and the Kazan cathedral on the other side.  Presently, the walking area has been considerably narrowed and the fesitval grounds occupying a large space between the Kremlin and the mall.

We even asked a stranger to take our picture!

After walking around the Red Square, we had to leave to meet up with our Metro Tour.  

Moscow has famously pretty metro stations so metro tours are quite popular.  We booked a relatively inexpensive tour through a tour group which met outside of the Red Square.

On our way, we passed by the Kremlin gardens and the tomb to the unknown soldier and the eternal flame.

We soon met up with our group which, fortunately, was only 5 people.  Our guide told us that we were going to visit 8 stations during the 1.5 hour tour.  

Honestly, a lot of the stations blended in to me so I won't be able to give you a detailed description of all of them.  However, I did learn that there are 222 metro stations and the trains come every 2-3 minutes reliably.  For that reason, Moscow > DC. 

One of the first metro stations we visited had bronze statues all over of various depictions.  Many of the statues had superstitions tied to them.  For example, for a statue of the dog, it's held that if you rub the nose of the dog, you'll have good luck.  Consequently, most of the statue is tarnished - except for the nose.  I joked to Tomas that they probably rotate the "good luck" portion of the statue to ensure the entire statue gets polished.

However, I do remember some of the stations.

Novoslobodskaya is a station adorned with stained glass on the walls.

There was also Belarusskaya, which paid tribute to Belarus.

Another station which name I cannot remember but had pretty mosaics in the ceilings.

My favorite station was Komsomolskaya.  It's the busiest station and a hub for other connecting trains.  It was built during Statlin times and he wanted the station to embody beauty to set a good first impression to Russia.

I'd seen pictures of it beforehand since it's the most famous but it's so much more impressive in person.

Look at these ceilings!

Overall it was a very interesting tour.  Not sure of any other city which could offer a metro tour.  DC certainly can't...

After the tour, we headed back of the hotel to rest for a bit.  We had purchased tickets to a tour hour boat down the Moscow river.  The tickets were good for any time on any day and the boats left every 20min.  We decided to knock the tour out that day and headed over to the pier.  

We arrived at the pier and saw a boat by the company we had purchased from boarding.  We approached and they shook their head and said it wasn't the right boat. 

So we waited for another boat.

Another boat came along by the same company we had purchased from so weapproached them.  Again - we were told it wasn't the right boat and the boat we were looking for was coming.  

A third boat came along which was NOT by the company we had purchased from.  By this point, it had been longer than 20min waiting and I was starting to suspect that the correct boat was actually one of the ones which turned us away.   We approached the 3rd boat to ask if they knew which boat we should be on.  However, when we approached,  they waved us aboard without scanning our tickets.

So, we boarded the 3rd boat....which was definitely not ours.

We settled into an upper deck, open air table to take in the views.

We passed by pretty buildings.

The somewhat impressive cathedral of Christ the Savior.

This random statue.

After about hour on the cruise, Tomas remarked that it had been about an hour so we should be turning around soon.  I reminded him that we actually had no idea how long this cruise was or where we would be dropped off.  Since we were on the wrong boat.

Fortunately, it did turn around and took us back to the pier.  

For dinner, we decided to go to this burger place, Black Star Burger, which our guide told us about.  Tomas really liked his - I thought mine was OK.  It was a decent size patty with a mountain of Cole slaw on top.  We've realized that apparently Russians dislike getting their hands dirty while eating so some restaurants will give out gloves to use.  This particular restaurant gave out black gloves.

Tomas modeling our dinner.

Since little mum has been asking about pictures which show my feet, I assume she wanted to see my new shoes.  I recently bought Allbirds which are suppose to be super comfortable walking shoes which you wear without socks and can be washed.  I didn't wear them too extensively beforehand, so that was probably my first error.  I also didn't bring another pair of good walking shoes,  which was likely my second error.  The Allbirds were great the first two days without socks.  Midway through the third day, my right foot was quite unhappy. Left foot was a trooper. So, now I have a bandaid on the heel of my right foot and wear socks.  

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The Navy unveils new faster boats for its harbor patrol

The Navy is rolling out the first five new Harbor Patrol boats.

The new boats are faster and more maneuverable than the older models, which are nearly 15 years old, says Petty Officer 1st Class David Harrington. The gray boats are seen throughout Hampton Roads.

“We can spot, initiate and react to any kind of situation that might threaten or not only appear the base itself, but the warships themselves,” Harrington said. “So we're kind of like in our early warning system.”

Harrington demonstrated how quickly the boats can turn into the waves, as they moved along the waterfront.

“The older boats couldn’t turn like that because they had a double-hull, which felt more like a pontoon boat,” he said.

The new boats have a V-shaped hull. At 27 feet long, they’re also slightly shorter than the older boats, he said.

The crews move up and down the waterfront in front of Navy facilities, around the clock. The Navy Harbor Patrol doesn’t interact with the public on the same level as the U.S. Coast Guard, but their patrols routinely encounter boaters who stray into waters protected by the Navy, said John Garcia, who is a civilian in charge of the Navy Harbor Patrol.

“I think the only challenge that they have to deal with is the weather, the seas and the traffic through the channel, because the traffic is right outside the base,” he said.

The new boats were rolled out to Naval Station Norfolk in July, after the crews for the two-man vessels were retrained. Each boat costs $475,000.

Over the next two years the boats will replace older boats at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Naval Weapons Station Yorktown and Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.

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