Travel Tips
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James Henjum - May 13, 2022 492Canada has been locked down to most foreign vessels and crew since March 2020, but we finally have confirmation that private yachts can now register to enter and stay in Canada this cruising season. Below is a list of everything you may need on your voyage north.
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James Henjum - April 21, 2022 161Canada has been locked down to most foreign vessels and crew since March 2020, but we finally have confirmation that private yachts can now register to enter and stay in Canada this cruising season.
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James Henjum - March 15, 2022 376It's never too late to start planning for the much awaited voyage north up the Atlantic and ICW. We have listed our top recommended chartbooks and guides for cruisers heading north from Florida to the Canadian border. Maptech and Waterway Guide have released new editions up along the entire east coast with the latest waypoints and anchorages.
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James Henjum - February 23, 2022 311The Pacific Northwest is one of the last frontiers in North America for the voyager who’s looking for more than just a sandy beach with palm trees. With cobalt blue waters lapping against forested shores, a maze of inland passages, and a backdrop of snow capped peaks, these cruising grounds are surely the most magnificent North America has to offer.
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James Henjum - February 08, 2022 934Getting away and island hopping the Caribbean is a necessity in 2022. Bluewater Books & Charts prides itself on providing mariners with the latest and most useful cruising and navigation information. We have compiled a list of our most recommended charts, guides, and flags for the Caribbean.
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James Henjum - July 19, 2021 1518Late summer and fall, Floridians take advantage of the quick 50 mile voyage from the U.S. mainland to the 700 islands of the Bahamas archipelago. With 80°F seas, unforgettable beaches, and countless fishing and diving spots, it's no wonder so many Floridians boat or charter to the Bahamas this time of year.
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James Henjum - June 03, 2021 449Maine is the top destination for cruisers and yachts heading Northeast this summer and we have the tools to help you navigate your way around New England with the best selling and most up to date guides and charts available.
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James Henjum - May 12, 2021 954The coast of Central and Southern California offers some of the most extraordinary--and challenging--cruising in the world. Whether you're planning a cruise of the Channel Islands, a weekend on Catalina Island, or an offshore passage around Point Conception, you'll want expert guidance.
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James Henjum - April 01, 2021 1854America’s Great Loop circles over 6000 miles of the U.S. east coast and whether you fly a white or gold burgee a detailed and up to date guide is invaluable. Loopers need to plan routes well ahead of time to optimize fuel, select best anchorages, calculate water depths and bridge heights, and account for weather. Below we have listed the top 10 guides which each have something to offer the experienced or amateur looper.
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James Henjum - March 23, 2021 1016With over 700 islands to explore and navigate through, it’s no wonder most Bahamas guides are updated annually in order to make sure cruisers and yachts can sail confidently through this gorgeous archipelago.
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