Written by JFA Yacht & Ship Consultant Jim Query If every sailor is a storyteller, I am proudly one too. I have many stories to share but when someone asks my favorite, one specifically always comes to mind. My wife Kristi and I took a two-week trip to the Virgin Islands in 2015 aboard our…
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Article by JFA Yacht & Ship Consultant Mark Outlaw Although the planning stages can be time consuming, thinking through a provision strategy before you sail means your trip will be much more flexible and enjoyable. This blog is a continuation of our “How To Provision for a Yachting Trip” series. If you missed part one,…
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Written by JFA Yacht & Ship Consultant Mark Outlaw I learned to sail as a Sea Scout in Coral Gables helming and crewing a Catalina 36 at the age of 11. That experience birthed my love for the sea. Living in Florida provided more opportunities to snorkel, swim and explore the waters around Miami and…
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Article by Mark Outlaw No matter how long your bare boat cruise, an essential part of any vacation on the water is making sure your yacht is properly provisioned. If you prepare well, your trip will be much more comfortable and successful. It is no small matter. The single greatest contributor to a happy crew…
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