Cruising the Mekong Delta in Vietnam
A river cruise through the Mekong Delta in Vietnam offers travelers a relaxing way to explore an ancient way of life that is rapidly changing. Here’s what to expect on a short cruise.
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Clipper City cruising in NYC
Board the tall ship Clipper City for the best views of New York City and plenty of fresh air. Clipper ships ruled the seas for a brief period during the 1840s and 50s. Designed for Read More …
Sailing across Lake Superior to Grand Marais
We are fortunate to have friends who invite us up to Bayfield, Wisconsin, to sail on their boat. Usually we spend that time sailing within the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, visiting the islands or hanging Read More …
Evening in the Marina, Port Superior, Wisconsin
Spending the night in a marina is like staying in a big, floating campground. It’s a different experience every night as the weather and other occupants change. Some nights will feel like a party, while Read More …
Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, Minnesota
The Hjemkomst Center is tucked into a leafy corner of Moorhead between an apartment complex and the Red River. If you miss it and find yourself crossing the First Avenue Bridge into Fargo, just take Read More …
The Hjemkomst Viking Ship in Moorhead, Minnesota
When I was in college I worked with a woman named Deb. One summer, while the rest of us took classes or worked or just goofed off, she sailed to Norway on a 76-foot homemade Read More …
On the Water: Leech Lake, Minnesota
We’ve rented a pontoon for an afternoon on and in the water. Our lake tour starts with a glimpse of the birds that hang out on Gull Island. We see lots of loons along the Read More …
Memorable Travel Moments: When the Pacific Lay Shimmering Like Glass
We took a rather epic cruise over the Christmas holidays one year, traveling from Tahiti to Florida via the Panama Canal.The single most amazing thing I saw during nearly a month on the water? The Read More …
Race Week, Bayfield, Wisconsin
The week of July 4th is always Race Week in Bayfield, when the Wayzata Yacht Club holds a week of racing and social activities. We don’t race, but it’s always fun to watch the boats Read More …
The Seychelles by sea
The Seychelles are small islands in the Indian Ocean, as such, the best way to visit is to travel by sea. Small boat sailing We spent most of our time on our trip to the Read More …