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A piece of Sunseeker could be yours: The most beautiful objects created by luxury yacht brands
Princess Yachts, Riva, Hallberg-Rassy, Sunseeker and Riviera don't just make stunning boats, they also produce beautiful objects to complement yachts and homes. From lamps to coffee sets, you could own…
Sailing is for everyone: young people take to the water
YBW talks to young sailors and their instructors about the challenges of learning to sail and the difference that sailing has made to their lives.
8 Cool uses for a boat: genius businesses and venues on water
Why do it on land when you can do it on water? From a private floating hot tub to a sail through ice cream parlour and beauty salon on the…
10 Most beautiful luxury marinas in the UK and Europe to holiday in style
With their beautiful locations, state-of-the-art facilities, amenities such as spas, hotels and luxury homes, bars and restaurants, pools, designer shops, golf courses, events and entertainment, these exclusive marinas offer the…
Vendée Globe: Le Soufflé du Nord and Kilcullen Team Ireland team up to complete their circumnavigations
Although the skippers of both Le Souffle du Nord and Kilcullen Team Ireland were forced to retire from the 2016-17 Vendée Globe they still plan to complete their round the…
Race to Scotland over for Ken Fowler as bad weather leaves him 40 miles short
Bad weather meant Ken Fowler and his 14-foot RS Aero had to be driven into John o'Groats to finish the Race to Scotland. However, Fowler said raising thousands of pounds…
5 things in your pocket
Find out what Ellen MacArthur, Helena Lucas and Dee Caffari always have on them! YBW asked professional and amateur sailors what they kept in their sailing jacket pocket when they…
Father’s Day gift guide: Exclusive and bespoke presents for sailors
From handcrafted Fay Page cufflinks, the iconic Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II to the rare Black Tot Last Consignment British Royal Naval Rum and Leviathan Bell's hand-etched and inked Maritime…
Top 10 boat names for 2017 released
According to sailing legend, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, naming a boat "is very personal" and reflects the owner's aims and personality. Find out if your boat name makes the BoatUS top…
From Rolex to Cartier: the top 10 most beautiful watches to be seen wearing when sailing
Rolex, Cartier, Raymond Weil.... a good watch should not just look beautiful, it should work like...clockwork and last a lifetime, especially when out sailing. We've chosen our top 10 most…
6 of the best superyacht toys for the ultimate fun on the water
Whether you are after your very own customised superyacht slide or dream to fly over or under water, the world of water toys has no barriers and constantly delivers new gadgets…
America’s Cup: the world’s most luxurious charter yachts to watch the race in style
If you're looking to watch the America's Cup in style this summer, these luxurious charter yachts, including the world famous Maltese Falcon, offer the perfect seat to view the action
10 Most beautiful waterside pubs
All sailors and boaters know the value of a good waterside pub. We've picked 10 of the best to visit in Britain
Top 10 Sailing and boating TV programmes
Howards' Way, The Onedin Line and The River...YBW brings you the pick of sailing and boating TV programmes over the last 50 years. How many do you remember?
11 Most anticipated launches of 2017
From the latest from Fairline Yachts to the new racer from Spirit Yachts, here are the most anticipated launches of this year
10 Most iconic young sailors in the history of the Volvo Ocean Race
As chosen by the organisers, here are the ten most impactful youngsters in the 45 year history of the Whitbread Round the World, later Volvo Ocean Race
15 Nautical phrases used in everyday language
We all know what 'going overboard', 'being overwhelmed', 'binging' and 'posh' mean, but did you know that these terms all have maritime origins? We pick our favourite nautical phrases used…
Crazy voyages: Sailors who took to sea without the relevant experience
It's never too late to discover the joys of sailing. Here is our pick of the sailors who took to the high seas with little or no experience
Italian marinas: Venezia Certosa Marina, Marina D’Arechi and Marina Di Portisco
If you are looking for a marina in Italy, Venezia Certosa Marina in Venice, Marina D'Arechi on the Amalfi Coast and Marina Di Portisco in Sardinia are situated in stunning…
Sir Peter Blake’s first yacht Bandit is restored to its former glory
Discovered in a farmer's storage shed, Bandit - the first keel boat built by legendary New Zealand yachtsman, Sir Peter Blake - has been lovingly restored