The World’s Biggest Races

If you’re into yachting you’ve probably spent a lot of time watching the big races on Direct TV and putting wagers on the winners. They’re spread throughout the year so you’ve got to get ready for the big events coming up in yachtingthey’ll be here before you know it!
The America’s Cup: Yachting’s biggest race is set to take place in just a couple of weeks and it’s bound to be a race to the finish like always. Contestants weather storms [...]

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Best Places To Buy Furniture For A Yacht

Owning and using a yacht is one of the greatest and most luxurious experiences that many people will encounter when out on the water. If you have recently bought a yacht and would like to do some renovations to make it feel more like home when traveling, you may be wondering where you can buy furniture for the inside of the boat. Consider first checking with the company that you bought the yacht from as they may [...]

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Guide To Operating And Keeping A Yacht

Most of us are not fortunate enough to own our very own yacht, but those who are, undoubtedly, are able to afford it. The purchase price of the yacht is just the beginning as boats of all sizes need continual care. There are no strict guidelines as to when a boat becomes a yacht, but finely appointed craft over 30 feet can be considered yachts. Yachts come in all shapes and sizes, mono-hulls and catamarans, power and sail and can reach lengths of over 200 feet complete with [...]

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All About The History Of The Yacht

Everyone knows that a ” Yacht” is a large ship that is used mainly for private cruising, but could be used for racing. And that they are generally associated with people of wealth. There is a history behind everything; and for those who are interested in boats or yachts in particular, may be interested in knowing a little something about the big massive boats that grasp an “aw” from all who encounter one.

The crafting of these ships started in the early 3,000 BC, by Egyptian pharaohs. They were fitted together without the use of any [...]

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Parts For Yacht Repair And Maintenance

By repairing your yacht regularly you insure that it can be used each and every time you decide to take it out on the water. Minimizing repairs can be as simple as a detailed inspection before each use and putting high quality gas and oil in the tanks and filters so that wear and tear on its engines parts does not occur. A lot of times if you keep up on repair their will be [...]

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Places To Find Used Yachts For Sale

There are a variety of newspapers and magazines you can read to locate yachts for sale as well as a yacht broker. The best place to find either would be close to a marina or popular boating area. Marina’s are the best place to look as there is a high demand for boats, boating, and yacht owners looking to buy or sell. Depending on the market you can sometimes get Yachts for below what they are worth and if the seller is flexible below listing [...]

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Styles And Fashions For Yacht Owners

A yacht is a luxury recreational boat, originally designed as a light fast sailing boat. Unlike a a boat, a yacht is built specially for an experienced and knowledgeable owner. It is made with the finest and superb qualities in every of it’s department; from the engine to the smallest part of the interior,giving serenity,privacy and of course leisure to it’s occupants. Generally, the length of a yacht ranges from 8 meters to 12 meters and from 26 ft to 39 ft. When going on a [...]

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List Of State Boating Rules And Regulations

In order to assure the safety of the boater and others in the water, states require a minimum level of caution and education in order to be allowed to operate boats and yachts on their lakes and rivers. The first and foremost that most of the continental United States require is a boating safety course. If under thirteen, the child will not be aallowed or legal to operate a boat or yacht. Thirteen year olds and older must have a certificate of completion of a boating safety course.

Many states also have a [...]

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