Top Cruising Destinations on the Gulf Coast
Our Gulf Coast region is filled with hidden anchorages, scenic harbors, and charming waterfront towns. The destinations in this guide are a mix of national parks, resorts, and coastal communities…
Californian Trawlers & Motor Yacht History
Model Production Californian 30 LRC 1978-1981 Californian 34 LRC 1977-1985 Californian 35 Convertible 1985-1987 Californian 35 Motor Yacht 1985-1987 Californian 38 Convertible 1984-1987 Californian 38 LRC Sedan 1978-1985 Californian 38…
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 Reviews, Videos, Awards, and more
The Oceanis 30.1 was introduced as a 2020 model during the COVID-19 pandemic, a period that marked a challenging yet active market. Still, the 30.1 became Murray Yacht Sales’ most…
Gemini Company History & Catamaran Models
Tony Smith formed Performance Cruising in 1980. He began his boatbuilding career by constructing a 24-foot Piver trimaran in a shed in England. Then, in 1969, he developed a method…
A Brief History of Gib’Sea
In 1964, Dufour started building boats. In 1972, Gibert Marine was established in partnership with Olivier Gibert (the former Operations Director for Jeanneau), who had married Henry and Nelly’s daughter…
5 Things to Know about a VHF Radio – (updated 9/2026)
1- Channel 16 is for Distress and Hailing Only Monitored by the United States Coast Guard, Channel 16 is the universal emergency frequency monitored 24/7 by search-and-rescue agencies and surrounding…
Yanmar Saildrive – Guide for Owners & Buyers – Sail Drive Maintenance
By Murray Yacht Sales The Yanmar Saildrive series has powered more production sailboats and catamarans than almost any other propulsion system in its class. Showing up under the companionway steps…