Timeless Beauty: An Exploration of the Italian Coast
I had the fortune of living in Italia on several different occasions. It is a country of infinite and insurmountable grace. Cities are decorated with cathedrals and duomos designed by…
Pac52s Dazzle at Yachting Cup: Rio Wins Inaugural Class Event
The brand new Pac52 Class made their debut at the 45th Yachting Cup hosted by San Diego Yacht Club. San Diego Yacht Club’s Yachting Cup was the backdrop for the…
Livorno — One of Italy’s Hidden Treasures
There are some places you never leave. Tuscany is spoiled for choice. There is so much to see and so little time—but save some time for Livorno! When visiting the well-known…
Changes in Latitude: A California Girl Heads to Key West
San Francisco J/70 sailor and photographer Christy Usher followed her boat to Key West Race Week where she got a front-row seat for all the action on and off the…
Island Style: Lessons Learned During a 16-Month Honeymoon at Sea
Our friends didn’t really believe us when we said we planned to quit our jobs, get married, rename a sailboat Honeymoon, and attempt to sail it halfway around the world…
Hunt for Treasure or Create Your Own at Oddyssea in Half Moon Bay
While away an afternoon at Oddyssea Outside, a garden of treasures sure to inspire visitors of all ages. The “Come Create Your Masterpiece” sign outside Half Moon Bay’s Oddyssea Garden…
Gourmet Getaway: Wine County’s Yountville
No matter the season, wine country weekends are always a good idea. The picturesque town of Yountville is a favorite destination with world-class wineries and restaurants. The mile-long town with…
Baja Ha-Ha Cruise Rally Report
The Baja Ha-Ha… The 750-mile cruiser rally from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas beckons with adventure, fun and memories-to-be-made. This year 171 boats and 525 participants answered the call.…
A Taste of Cruising the British Virgin Islands
There are challenges to doing adventure photography underwater off the back of a 40’ Beneteau sailboat while island hopping in the British Virgin Islands. But a Pain Killer rum drink,…
America’s Cup Sets Sail in the Windy City
After a slow start, the Windy City lived up to its name for the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Chicago with Land Rover BAR setting a new speed record…