Imagine entering a hotel lobby with such breathtaking design that presidents, celebrities and royalty gasped in awe. Picture a place so lively that Prohibition couldn’t stem the flow of champagne into delicate crystal glasses or silence jazz tunes that made appers’ toes start tapping.Then envision all this splendor set along sugar-white sandy beaches, turquoise waters Read More
Mobile Bay, an inlet off the Gulf of Mexico, rewards a wide range of interests, from nautical to natural to historical. Just west of the Fort Morgan Peninsula, the Bay’s laid-back atmosphere is a stark contrast to the busy sands of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The eastern shore of the Bay is home to Read More
Two cities on opposing coasts in Southern Florida, boasting exquisite architecture and privileged offerings go toe to toe. Fine Dining Naples It’s no surprise that Florida’s “Paradise Coast” has unlimited offerings for sophisticated palate. Indulge in impressive fare and signature cocktails at Ocean Prime, or satisfy that Italian hankering at the robust Osteria Tulia. Palm Read More
Ahoy from Southport! A friendly seaside city near the entrance of the Cape Fear River, approximately halfway between Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Southport offers small-town charm, breathtaking views, a storied history, an abundance of unique shopping and dining, and inviting tree-lined streets. It has enchanted and delighted residents and visitors Read More
The eclectic houseboat community at Waldo Point Harbor in Sausalito is a San Francisco Bay landmark. In June 1967, Otis Redding rented a houseboat there, strummed his guitar and sang a ditty that was rolling around in is head: Sittin’ in the morning sun I’ll be sittin’ when the evening comes Over the past 50 Read More
Hawks Cay Resort’s newest restaurant, Angler and Ale, is now open at the marina in Duck Key, Florida. Already the favorite hangout for locals who love to gather on the expansive deck for dinner and drinks. Let the onsite chef prepare your catch while you swap fishing stories. The island-inspired menu is outstanding and Captain’s Hour Read More
Perhaps best known as the summer retreat of the Bush family, the town of Kennebunkport and neighboring Kennebunk are located on the Kennebunk River, some 30 miles north of Portsmouth and nearly the same distance south of Portland. The river mouth is flanked by a pair of stone jetties, and caution should be used on Read More
Two nautical cities — one on the Chesapeake Bay and one on Narragansett Bay, both rich in history and seafaring heritage — face off. Sailing ANNAPOLIS Annapolis, known as the sailing capital of the U.S., is home to the National Sailing Hall of Fame & Museum, the Annapolis Sailing School and the site of the Read More
Located on the southern shores of Lake Huron and only a two and a half hour cruise from the metro Detroit area, Lexington is a popular weekend getaway for Great Lakes boaters. Boaters can leave their homeports on Friday afternoon, cruise past the spectacular Blue Water Bridges, then across Lake Huron and be in the Read More
Long Island Sound boaters looking for a peaceful, scenic spot to spend a day or weekend will find a hidden gem on Mattituck Creek, tucked away on the North Shore of Long Island. Some 15 nautical miles from Westbrook and Clinton (the latter boasting a public ramp with overnight parking), Mattituck Inlet is within easy Read More