Southern Boating - The South's Largest Boating Magazine » Current Issue http://southernboating.com/blog Founded 1972 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:43:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Current Issue http://southernboating.com/blog/2012/02/01/current-issue-34/ http://southernboating.com/blog/2012/02/01/current-issue-34/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:32:56 +0000 admin http://southernboating.com/blog/?p=10467

There are few spots you can go without a passport that can rival
the beauty and serenity of Little Palm Island in the Florida Keys.
Jim Raycroft Photo

Features in this Issue

Miami Boat Show Preview

Miami International Boat Show &
Strictly Sail; Miami Beach Yacht &
Brokerage Show

South Florida Marinas

The advantages of reciprocity at South Florida yacht clubs

Destinations

Dry Tortugas

A pristine cruising oasis just west of the Florida Keys
By Buddy Ward

New Boat

Intrepid

A new 33’ Center Console…with a Cuddy
By L.J. Wallace, Jr.

Grand Banks

GB’s new 76’ Flagship
By Dean Travis Clark

Bonadeo

This 36’ center-console turns heads!
By L.J. Wallace, Jr.

 

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The Al-New MJM 40z makes a good turn of speed—and turns heads!

Features in this Issue

Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!

 

Experience the “No Yelling” way to learn how to fish. By Laura Dunn


Sea School

 

Getting a captain’s license made easy. By Nancy Birnbaum

Key Largo

 

Classic yachts, automobiles and aircraft on display at Ocean Reef Club. By L.J. Wallace, Jr. and Laura Dunn

Destinations

Islamorada

 

Visit a true gem in the Florida Keys. By L.J. Wallace, Jr.

New Boat

MJM 40z

 

J Boats builder Bob Johnstone turns out one fine powerboat. By Nancy Birnbaum

Deep Impact

 

Hold on for a luxurious gallop on this performance center console. By Chris Caswell

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The Vicem 72 – Vicem offers a classic-style yacht
with superb living accommodations and cruising capabilities.
Alberto Cocchi Photo

Features in this Issue

Holiday Gift Guide Special

Southern Boating’s Holiday Gift Picks. We’ve sought out some nautical gift ideas that are sure to please anyone with a passion for the boating lifestyle. Our guide includes unique nautical drinkware, stylish jewelry, new cruising guides, products personalized with a boat name or a local nautical chart, and more.

Flag Etiquette

It’s all about tradition & respect. By Nancy Birnbaum

Trends in Sport Cruisers

What boatbuilders think you want. By L.J. Wallace, Jr.

Destinations

 

Freeport, Texas

Where fun happens! By Capt. Mike Holmes

New Boat

Vicem 72

A timeless classic floats to the head of her class. By Doug Thompson

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Pusser’s Marina Cay – The world’s loveliest private island. Dougal Thornton Photo

Features in this Issue

Winter Charters

Missing summer already? Sail away with big savings from power and sailcats to a Grand Banks. We’ve found the best charter deals in the Caribbean and Florida.

A Staff Report

Caribbean Resorts & Marinas

 

Spotlight on St. Maarten, IGY Marinas. All the news from the BVIs, St. Lucia, Jamaica and St. Kitts.

By Nancy Birnbaum

Destinations

 

St. Thomas

Your island base for exploring this winter.

By Carol Bareuther

Pamlico River

Explore this historically significant river: there be pirates here!

By L.J. Wallace, Jr.

New Boat

Nordhavn 63

A salty pilothouse trawler created for couples.

By Chris Caswell. Photographed by Billy Black

Grand Banks

An historical retrospective of this iconic brand.

A Staff Report

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View from the Pulpit of the new Marlow 97E. Billy Black photo.

Features in this Issue

Fort Lauderdale International
Boat Show Preview

Know what’s new before you get to the show.

Staff report

Warranty Traps

The Devil’s in the details… Steps to take before you sign.

By Frank Lanier

The State of Maritime Finance

Who Says banks aren’t lending? We have the low down on Low rates

Staff report

New Boat

Marlow 97

An exquisite entré into the century club.
Story by Chris Caswell, Photos by Billy Black

A French Express Cruiser with Va Va Voom!

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Prestige 440 s  Express – The tradition continues with masterful economy of space in an affordable yacht.

Destinations

Alexandria

Easily accessible by boat yet off the beaten path.

By Suzi DuRant

Boca Grande

Experience a week-long cruise through old Florida.

By Beth Adams-Smith

Features in this Issue

Long Range Cruisers- Part II

Boats bread and built to tame the sea

By L.J. Wallace

Onboard Security

Yacht monitoring systems and hand-held security.

By Nancy Birnbaum

New Boats

Palm Beach 50

Downeast style in a soft-spoken beauty.

By Liz Pasch

Prestige 440s

A French Express Cruiser with Va Va Voom!

By Chris Caswell

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Port Drum Lighthouse at the Calvert Marine Museum on Solomon’s Island is an authentic screw-pile light. Photo by Robert Hall

Destinations

Solomons Island

Combining old and new pastimes, Solomon’s Island in the Chesapeake Bay has something for everyone, no matter what interests you have!

By Chris Knauss

Port Aransas

The “Fishing Capital of Texas,” is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the western Gulf.

By Mike Holmes

Features in this Issue

Long-Range Motoryachts

Six trawlers to see the world by water.

By Jeanne Craig

Registering Offshore

The Pros and Cons. Plus: Where the best places are to register your yacht.

By Danielle Butler, ESQ

New Boats

Hargrave 136

Simplicity & Style combined with understated elegance.

By Louisa Beckett
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Heading Out Photo by Shaw McCutcheon
The Viking 42 Open sets out for the fishing grounds
off Palm Beach, Florida.

Destinations

Turks & Caicos

More than just a stopover on the way to Puerto Rico and the Virgins, this turquose treasure of a country is worth a voyage of discovery in its own right.

By Sara Lewis

Features in this Issue

Sportfish Round-Up

Introducing the class of 2011: 18 new sportfishing boats ranging from 19 to nearly 95 feet.

By Jeanne Craig

Covering Your Asset

Marine Insurance agencies are a little more lenient on geography, but strict when it comes to your storm plan.

By Louisa Beckett

New Boats

Viking 42 Open

Our cover boat is great for fishing with buddies and boating with family.

By Chris Caswell

Hatteras GT series

A hat trick of sleek new models from the famous Carolina builder.

By Bill Ando

Pursuit 31

Fish, scuba dive, picnic on a sand bar—this 31-footer is up for it.

By Liz Pasch
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The Next Generation

Photo by John Payne

Sophia Reineke, Anna Weis, and Alie Toppa race a 420 in the Lauderdale Yacht Club New Year’s Day Bowl.

Destinations

Marco Island

This Florida Gulf Coast stopover is
a great weekend retreat. By Marty Richardson

Charleston

This historic South Carolina city welcomes cruisers with Southern hospitality and Low Country cuisine. By Suzi DuRant

Yacht Interior Design

Does your boat need refreshing? Here are the latest trends.

By Liz Pasch

Family Boating Special

Boating with Kids

Tips on how to ensure that
youngsters stay safe and enjoy our favorite pastime as much as we do.
By Jeanne M. Craig

Water Toys

Sail, paddle, rev, roll, and snap—these new devices make boating even more fun for everyone!

By Bill Ando

Summer Camps

Kids can learn sailing, scuba, and more.

By Laura Dunn

New Boats Reviewed

MJM 36z

Traditional on the outside, innovative through and through.

By Louisa Beckett

Cruisers 48 Cantius

This boat’s layout is maximized for entertaining.

By Terry Tomalin

North Rip 21

High-tech construction combined with serious fishing chops.  By Louisa Beckett

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Becalmed

John Swan, an artist who divides his time between the Bahamas and Maine, says he was inspired by seeing an old conch boat up on the beach in Grand Bahama to “put one back on the water” with this painting. To see more of his work, visit johnswanfineart.com.

Features

Art Gallery

Painter Daniel Caldwell tells how Eleuthera inspired many of his  brightly colored works.

Luxury Charters

Being pampered by yacht crew is not just for celebrities.
By Chris Caswell

Provisioning

Organization will pay off in the islands.

By Helen Allen

Helicopter Salvage

One of the most daring jobs in the Bahamas.

By David Mitchell

Destinations

West Andros

A beautiful natural escape for the adventurous.
By Stevie Connett

Cat Island

The people, the sights, and the food bring cruisers back
year after year.
By Stevie Connett

Crooked Island

One of the Bahamas’ best kept secrets is revealed.
By Colin Lightbourn

New Boats

Swift Trawler 44

A French-built boat that’s perfect for the Bahamas.

By Louisa Beckett

Cutwater 28

This new brand is innovative and trailerable!

By Louisa Beckett

Cabo 44 HTX

It’s ready to take you to the fishing hotspots offshore. By Chris Caswell

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