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September 30, 2019
New Valhalla Series from Viking Yachts Targets High End Center Console Market
It was big news last fall when word leaked that Viking Yachts was about to launch a new line of center consoles. As the leading builder of convertible sport fishing boats for ne...
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Your Next Vacation Home is a Yacht
A yacht can be a terrific investment that transforms the way you travel and vacation. But that seaside villa you've been eyeing in Italy sure is beautiful.The allure of a vacati...
September 25, 2019
Viking Expands the Popular Billfish Series With Three New Models
New Jersey-based Ocean Yachts closed its doors some years ago, one of several marine industry victims of the Great Recession. Several years later, in 2015, Viking Yacht purchase...
September 24, 2019
Hail The King - Viking Yachts 92
The Viking Yachts 92 Convertible's reign as the king of luxury sportfishing yachts continues as build No. 20 moves down the production line in New Jersey. Viking has been buildi...
September 20, 2019
Five Classic Viking Convertibles That Are Always in Demand
Among the many sportfish convertibles produced by Viking Yachts over the years, the five models profiled below stand out for their enduring popularity on the brokerage market. W...
September 18, 2019
OKEAN Yachts, The Future Of Design
November 1, 2017 was a momentous day in the yachting industry. The opening of the 58th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show will be forever known as the debut of the OKEAN Ya...
September 5, 2019
History of Sailing Navigation
History of Sailing Navigation Description
September 5, 2019
Winterizing Your Family Boat
As winter draws near and another boating season comes to an end, it's important to properly prepare your yacht or other type of boat so it's as good as new once spring rolls aro...
September 5, 2019
How to Teach Your Children Boat and Yacht Safety
Spending time on the water in a boat or a yacht can be great fun for the whole family. While kids of all ages usually enjoy boating, swimming, and other activities on the water,...
September 5, 2019
History of the America's Cup - The Championship of Yachting
Racing has been around for centuries and can take many different forms. From the earliest days of chariot races to foot races to horse races, racing has been a part of our histo...
September 5, 2019
Boating and Yacht Safety for All Age Levels
Boating and yachting can be an enjoyable way to explore waterways throughout the world. Whether your vessel is small and you confine your travels to local lakes and rivers or yo...
September 5, 2019
A Timeline of Ships, Boats, and Yachts
Ships and boats are two of the oldest types of transportation and were first built thousands of years ago. Not only have ships and boats been used for transportation throughout ...
September 5, 2019
A Scout's Guide to Boating Knots
Knot-tying has a variety of purposes, but the usual reason to tie a knot is to connect two pieces of cord or rope. When boating or sailing, whether on yachts or smaller watercra...