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Exploring Tour de BonTon – The Amsterdam Sex Club Bringing the Industry into the Spotlight

In the heart of Amsterdam, the Tour de BonTon emerges as a prominent sex club, challenging societal norms and redefining adult entertainment. This establishment not only invites patrons into an enticing domain of beauty but...

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April 13, 2026
Guus Bierman: From Dutch Dinghies to Global Sailcloth Supply Chains
Guus Bierman: From Dutch Dinghies to Global Sailcloth Supply Chains

Contender Sailcloth established a strategic production and distribution node in Fall River, Massachusetts in 1997, integrating transatlantic shipping lanes, warehousing,...

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April 13, 2026
Essential Guide to Restoring Fiberglass Boats and Keeping Them Tour-Ready
Essential Guide to Restoring Fiberglass Boats and Keeping Them Tour-Ready

Most suppliers restrict the shipment of polyester and vinyl ester resins to ground carriers under hazardous materials rules, which impacts...

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April 13, 2026
Mulder Design’s Project Opal: 70 Meters of Wind-Sculpted Luxury
Mulder Design’s Project Opal: 70 Meters of Wind-Sculpted Luxury

LOA 229’7” (70 m), beam 42’7” (13 m), draft 10’4” (3.15 m) and a conceptual volume around 1,400 GT define...

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April 13, 2026
Marina Ibiza to Host Sixth Ibiza JoySail Regatta with 13 Confirmed Superyachts
Marina Ibiza to Host Sixth Ibiza JoySail Regatta with 13 Confirmed Superyachts

Marina Ibiza will berth up to 20 superyachts for the sixth edition of Ibiza JoySail from September 17–20, with 13...

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April 13, 2026
Whitsunday Escape: skipperless charters, industry recognition, and a handover at the helm
Whitsunday Escape: skipperless charters, industry recognition, and a handover at the helm

At the 2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in Fremantle, Whitsunday Escape was announced as a finalist in the Unique Accommodation...

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April 13, 2026
How Derecktor One Centralizes Contractor Coordination at Derecktor Shipyards
How Derecktor One Centralizes Contractor Coordination at Derecktor Shipyards

Derecktor One consolidates contractor coordination across the Fort Pierce and Dania Beach refit yards, offering a single point of scheduling,...

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April 13, 2026
Sailing South Georgia: Practical route, weather and the Shackleton Traverse revisited
Sailing South Georgia: Practical route, weather and the Shackleton Traverse revisited

A 750-mile offshore leg from Port Stanley to South Georgia demands planning for sustained southerly gales above 40 knots, potential...

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April 13, 2026
How to Make the Most of West Marine’s Lewmar Buy-One-Get-One Winch Promotion
How to Make the Most of West Marine’s Lewmar Buy-One-Get-One Winch Promotion

West Marine’s US distribution centers currently list a large inventory of Lewmar winches in the spring Buy One Get One...

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April 13, 2026
Low-Cost Soundproofing Tips to Make Your Boat More Pleasant for Passengers
Low-Cost Soundproofing Tips to Make Your Boat More Pleasant for Passengers

Engine-room noise on a typical 35–45 ft motorboat often measures above 80–85 dB at cruising speed, which directly affects passenger...

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April 13, 2026
Brevard County Restoration: Clams, Mangroves, and Community Action for Healthier Waterways
Brevard County Restoration: Clams, Mangroves, and Community Action for Healthier Waterways

More than 81 million clams and tens of thousands of mangroves have been reintroduced across Brevard County, measurably improving filtration...

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April 13, 2026
How Ice-Class Explorer Megayachts Are Redefining Remote Luxury Voyages
How Ice-Class Explorer Megayachts Are Redefining Remote Luxury Voyages

Polar Class 7 and above, heated sea chests, and reinforced steel framing are now standard specs in many expedition megayachts,...

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April 13, 2026
SERENITY — Sunreef 60 Eco-Luxury Catamaran for Private Greek Charters
SERENITY — Sunreef 60 Eco-Luxury Catamaran for Private Greek Charters

For Mediterranean logistics in 2026, the Sunreef 60 SERENITY registers as an 18.00 m twin-hull sailing catamaran launched in 2025...

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April 13, 2026
Indulgence — 67ft Fountaine Pajot Alegria Luxury BVI Yacht Charter for Winter 2026/27
Indulgence — 67ft Fountaine Pajot Alegria Luxury BVI Yacht Charter for Winter 2026/27

Indulgence operates from Tortola and presents a 67-foot Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 configured for up to 10 guests in five...

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April 13, 2026
Nordhavn 46II Progress Report: Taiwan Construction and Florida Delivery Timeline
Nordhavn 46II Progress Report: Taiwan Construction and Florida Delivery Timeline

The Nordhavn 46II is scheduled to arrive in Florida at the end of April, with hulls one through three currently...

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April 13, 2026
Backyard Bass: How the Spring Striper Migration Shapes Northeast Coastal Trips
Backyard Bass: How the Spring Striper Migration Shapes Northeast Coastal Trips

On April 8, 2022 the Raritan Bay registered a major push of striped bass up to 40 inches while heavy...

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April 13, 2026
Nautical Scribbles and Short Lines to Inspire Your Next Voyage
Nautical Scribbles and Short Lines to Inspire Your Next Voyage

Harbour marinas typically assign berths based on a vessel’s LOA and beam, and during peak season many waiting lists exceed...

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April 13, 2026
Sydney Harbour Thrills: Day 1 Recap from the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix
Sydney Harbour Thrills: Day 1 Recap from the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

Race logistics required the movement of eleven F50 foiling catamarans and their support craft through designated maritime corridors around Shark...

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April 13, 2026
Spring Reentry for Boaters: Practical Steps, Safety Tips, and Where to Find Regional Excursions
Spring Reentry for Boaters: Practical Steps, Safety Tips, and Where to Find Regional Excursions

Puget Sound marinas typically move into spring operations in late March, triggering increased berth turnover, mandatory safety inspections, and a...

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April 13, 2026
Shelter, Depths and Shore Access in Chuckanut Bay: A Winter Cruising Guide
Shelter, Depths and Shore Access in Chuckanut Bay: A Winter Cruising Guide

Sheltered anchorages in Chuckanut Bay provide reliable holding in roughly 25–40 ft with several coves offering protection from southerlies and...

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April 13, 2026
Sail4Parkinsons Regatta Schedule, Logistics and Visitor Notes for Sausalito–Tiburon Weekend
Sail4Parkinsons Regatta Schedule, Logistics and Visitor Notes for Sausalito–Tiburon Weekend

On April 11–12, 2026 the Sail4Parkinsons program stages a two-day sequence of on-water and shore activities across Sausalito and Tiburon,...

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April 13, 2026
Haven Boatworks: Wooden-Boat Restoration and Port Townsend Haul-Out Capacity
Haven Boatworks: Wooden-Boat Restoration and Port Townsend Haul-Out Capacity

The Port of Port Townsend's 300-ton Travelift determines the maximum vessel mass that Haven Boatworks can handle, which directly shapes...

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April 13, 2026
SailGP in Sydney 2026 — race schedule, teams to watch and visitor tips
SailGP in Sydney 2026 — race schedule, teams to watch and visitor tips

Racing in Sydney Harbor runs Feb 28–Mar 1 with daily start times at 17:30 AEDT (06:30 UTC); the event will...

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April 13, 2026
Argo and Black Jack 100 Win Elapsed Time in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600
Argo and Black Jack 100 Win Elapsed Time in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600

The race started from Antigua on February 23 with 56 teams tackling the 600-nautical-mile circuit that threads around 11 Caribbean...

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April 13, 2026
Coaches Driving Youth and Elite Sailing Success Ahead of Major Regattas
Coaches Driving Youth and Elite Sailing Success Ahead of Major Regattas

Hosting the 2026 Singlehanded College and High School National Championships will require coordinated berthing, shore-side transport, safety-boat scheduling, and volunteer...

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April 13, 2026