News & Events
GAIA Gunboat 66: Chartering in New England & The Caribbean 2022/2023
The winner of the highly prestigious and adrenalin fueled TransPac (CA-HI) Race, GAIA, is now available to charter for groups of up to eight in four cabins. For those who want to experience the excitement of sailing of one of the fastest Gunboats ever built (speeds of over 20kts are not unusual), GAIA is the […]
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UNDERSTANDING THE MARAD WAIVER
Understanding the MARAD Waiver At last year’s AYCA Seminar we reviewed in detail the Recreational Bareboat Charter Agreement and Vessel Service Agreement (also known as the Demise Contract) to help understand why these contracts are required for charters on recreationally endorsed US Flagged foreign built yachts that are in command and control of a US […]
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Fall Cruising on the Hudson River
Bordered by the Catskill Mountains to the west and the Taconic and Berkshire Hills to the east, the Hudson River is abundant in both history and splendor. The cities and towns along the river date back to Dutch & English settlers and feature some of the most magnificent architecture in America. During the eighteenth century the […]
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Trumpy Classic Yacht Charters on “BB”
Cruise the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in style. A recent restoration updates this 80’ Trumpy motor yacht. Built in 1947, her $4 million restoration, refit and update took 3 years to complete. Every detail shines, sparkles, and gleams. The sumptuous interior is as glamorous as the original. Thoughtful modern upgrades – such as stabilizers, climate control, […]
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Newport Brokerage Show 2021
Nicholson Yachts & Luke Brown Yachts will be presenting BB at the 2021 Newport Brokerage Show. This beautiful 1947 Trumpy motor yacht has been fully restored after a three and a half year refit. With all new systems, BB is ready to take her new owner on elegant journeys for years to come. Newport Shipyard […]
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Meet the New Crew On BB!
Welcome Charl and Christine The final members of BB’s new crew arrived on board BB at approximately 1:00 AM local time this morning having been delayed by TS Fred. Recently married, Char Engels and Christine Regan join Chef Caroline MCCarthy to round out a truly international crew. Crew Profile Captain/Stewardess Team: Charl Engels & Christine […]
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