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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
Northeast Ocean Racing Symposium returns to Bentley University for the offshore season kickoff
Northeast Ocean Racing Symposium returns to Bentley University for the offshore season kickoff

March 21 at Bentley University will host the Northeast Ocean Racing Symposium (NORS), bringing a concentrated day of offshore racing...

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April 13, 2026
Historic Sail Cloth Symposium in Marshfield, Vermont — Proposals Open for July 25–26, 2026
Historic Sail Cloth Symposium in Marshfield, Vermont — Proposals Open for July 25–26, 2026

July 25–26, 2026 at The Weaver’s Croft in Marshfield, Vermont will host a two-day symposium on hand-made sails; the event...

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April 13, 2026
Seven Standout Marine Powertrains at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show
Seven Standout Marine Powertrains at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show

Exhibitor booth allocations at the Miami Beach Convention Center concentrate high-power marine engines in halls MB1700–MB2426 to streamline sea trials...

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April 13, 2026
Seattle’s Corinthian Yacht Club Hosts Three Friday Evening Talks to Fuel Your Next Voyage
Seattle’s Corinthian Yacht Club Hosts Three Friday Evening Talks to Fuel Your Next Voyage

Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle will host three Friday evening presentations in February 2026, each running roughly 6:00–9:00 p.m., focused...

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April 13, 2026
Collins Avenue Revival and Major Debuts at the Miami Boat Show: What to Expect
Collins Avenue Revival and Major Debuts at the Miami Boat Show: What to Expect

The Miami Boat Show has reinstated Collins Avenue docks as the primary exhibition corridor, combining waterfront berths with the adjacent...

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April 13, 2026
How ABYC E-13 (Version 2) Changes Lithium Battery Disconnects and Why Cruisers Should Care
How ABYC E-13 (Version 2) Changes Lithium Battery Disconnects and Why Cruisers Should Care

ABYC E-13 Version 2 (July 2025) specifies that "the energizing power shall be directly interrupted by a remote switch", a...

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April 13, 2026
Practical guidance to prevent common sailing accidents and keep leisure voyages safe
Practical guidance to prevent common sailing accidents and keep leisure voyages safe

Marine weather advisories are broadcast on VHF channel 16 for initial distress and urgent warnings and on channel 22A for...

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April 13, 2026
Inside Gitana 18: the high-tech Ultim trimaran reshaping ocean racing and coastal tourism
Inside Gitana 18: the high-tech Ultim trimaran reshaping ocean racing and coastal tourism

The Gitana team occupies a near-2,000m2 shed at La Base in Lorient, equipped with Bond-lair-esque rolling walls that allowed a...

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April 13, 2026
Inflatable Stern Extension: Acon’s Airdeck for Outboard-Powered Boats
Inflatable Stern Extension: Acon’s Airdeck for Outboard-Powered Boats

Acon’s Airdeck mounts beneath the bathing platform and contours around one or two outboard motors, effectively increasing the usable water‑level...

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April 13, 2026
Manari 52 Debuts with Volvo IPS Power, 47-Knot Top Speed and Charter Appeal
Manari 52 Debuts with Volvo IPS Power, 47-Knot Top Speed and Charter Appeal

The Manari 52 is announced to reach a top speed of 47 knots using a Volvo IPS pod-drive arrangement, a...

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April 13, 2026
Marseille’s Championnat de France Élite 2026: new format, Olympic preparation and local sailing culture
Marseille’s Championnat de France Élite 2026: new format, Olympic preparation and local sailing culture

From 18 to 22 February 2026, the Championnat de France Élite takes place in Marseille at the Stade Nautique Florence...

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April 13, 2026
Scanstrut Ultra Qi2: robust 15W marine wireless charging for helm stations
Scanstrut Ultra Qi2: robust 15W marine wireless charging for helm stations

The Scanstrut Ultra Qi2 accepts an input range of 10–30V DC, enabling direct connection to both 12V and 24V vessel...

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April 13, 2026
BENETEAU unveils Grand Trawler 63 and Gran Turismo 50 at boot Düsseldorf with Alpine collaboration
BENETEAU unveils Grand Trawler 63 and Gran Turismo 50 at boot Düsseldorf with Alpine collaboration

Hall 6 staging at boot Düsseldorf required precise coordination: heavy-lift transport, custom cradles for the Grand Trawler 63, timed crane...

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April 13, 2026
Miami International Boat Show 2026: What to Expect on Water and Shore
Miami International Boat Show 2026: What to Expect on Water and Shore

Miami International Boat Show 2026 will run from 11–15 February 2026 across four primary locations: Miami Beach Convention Center, Pride...

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April 13, 2026
Practical guide to installing a bilge pump and smart timer on a motor-sailer
Practical guide to installing a bilge pump and smart timer on a motor-sailer

Mount the bilge pump low in the engine compartment to minimise lift and reduce cavitation risk; Charles Morland positioned his...

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April 13, 2026
How sailing helmets are reshaping onboard safety, fleet logistics and guest confidence
How sailing helmets are reshaping onboard safety, fleet logistics and guest confidence

Marinas and sailing schools are adjusting inventory, transport and cleaning protocols as more clubs and classes add helmets to mandatory...

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April 13, 2026
How supply, VAT and broker timing shape the market for 40–60ft used yachts
How supply, VAT and broker timing shape the market for 40–60ft used yachts

In the 40–60ft segment, VAT status, CE compliance and accurate berth/location records are the determinants that stop or speed cross-border...

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April 13, 2026
Spring Preview at X‑Yachts Yard: Step Aboard the Latest Models in Haderslev
Spring Preview at X‑Yachts Yard: Step Aboard the Latest Models in Haderslev

On 7 March 2026 the X‑Yachts Show Room at Fjordagervej 21, 6100 Haderslev will open from 11:00 to 16:00 for...

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April 13, 2026
How to Make a Private Yacht Ready for Commercial Charter: Compliance, Crew and Guest Standards
How to Make a Private Yacht Ready for Commercial Charter: Compliance, Crew and Guest Standards

A commercially operated yacht must hold the correct flag state certificates, commercial insurance, passenger limits and recent safety surveys before...

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April 13, 2026
Choosing the Right Self-Steering System for Comfortable Sailing Tours
Choosing the Right Self-Steering System for Comfortable Sailing Tours

Setting an autopilot to follow an apparent-wind angle instead of a GPS heading can shift a yacht’s track tens of...

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April 13, 2026
Dockside Design and Sunset Charters: FYI Yachts at Coconut Grove Arts Festival 2026
Dockside Design and Sunset Charters: FYI Yachts at Coconut Grove Arts Festival 2026

During the Coconut Grove Arts Festival (Feb 14–16, 2026), FYI Yachts will stage dockside displays adjacent to Bayshore Drive with...

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April 13, 2026
Rigging Upgrades for Spica: Taller Mast, Lower Gooseneck, and Practical Details
Rigging Upgrades for Spica: Taller Mast, Lower Gooseneck, and Practical Details

The OE 36 baseline rig yields a lower sail-area-to-displacement ratio than contemporary cruising designs, which led to a specification that...

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April 13, 2026
Bavaria 32 charter from Stockholm: three weeks exploring Sweden’s archipelagos
Bavaria 32 charter from Stockholm: three weeks exploring Sweden’s archipelagos

Stockholm’s marinas and archipelago anchorages combine modern slipways, ubiquitous card payments and reliable public-transport links to facilitate the logistics of...

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April 13, 2026
Onboard Ross Revenge: Behind Radio Caroline’s Last Offshore Broadcast Ship
Onboard Ross Revenge: Behind Radio Caroline’s Last Offshore Broadcast Ship

Ross Revenge lies approximately 20 miles off Margate and typically requires a 30–40 minute tender transfer from the West Mersea...

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April 13, 2026