The Chesapeake Bay is not only the largest estuary in the contiguous United States, but without question the most diverse. It is less than 200 nautical miles from the southern entrance near Portsmouth, Va., to Baltimore, Md., and there is a lot to see and do along the way. The shoreline of its 4,479 square Read More
2015 Best Marina Contest Winners
Marinalife is proud to announce the winners of its 2015 Best Marina Contest. The 6th annual contest honors the top marinas in the industry that go above and beyond in customer service and hospitality and makes the entire boating experience memorable. Thousands of votes poured in from Marinalife readers. We are excited to announce the Read More
Eleuthera or Harbour Island – Which Caribbean Island Fits Your Style?
The motto claims, “Eleuthera, it’s not for everyone.” But when gazing at the magnificent blue-water views from beneath the shade of the palms, it’s difficult to imagine anyone not loving Eleuthera. This island in the Bahamas sits just 50 miles east of Nassau. It’s a destination for travelers who want to enjoy the sea, beaches, Read More
Open for Business! Port City Marina on the Cape Fear River
Boat Show Season Come visit Marinalife at the following shows: United States Powerboat Show Annapolis, Md. – October 15 to 18 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – November 5 to 9 St. Petersburg Power & Sailboat Show St. Petersburg, Fla. – December 3 to 6 Marinalife Moves ? Literally! Marinalife moved to Read More
Bohemia Vista Marina
Located on the Bohemia River in Chesapeake City, Md. just south of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal, Bohemia Vista is one of the finest marinas on the Chesapeake Bay. The property has been home to a marina for more than 20 years and recently underwent an extensive overhaul that has been attracting the attention of Read More
Maryland is For Crabs
For most Marylanders, picking crabs is an essential summer ritual. This deep-rooted Chesapeake tradition starts when they are young. It’s common to see toddlers with a bib and wooden mallet squeal with delight when their parents cover the backyard picnic table with steamed crabs. Maryland wedding couples often design special nuptial crab mallets embossed with Read More
What’s New Summer 2015
Join the 2015 Crab Deck Crawl We are challenging all boaters to cruise around the Chesapeake Bay this summer for our Crab Deck Crawl. From July 1 until Sept. 7, we challenge you to show your crabitude by taking photographs of 12 crabby items. Send in all 12 photos and you could win the coveted Golden Mallet Award. Visit marinalife.com/crabdeckcrawl Read More
Cruising the Chesapeake Bay
BALTIMORE: Baltimore is a great starting point for your journey this summer exploring parts of the middle and upper Chesapeake Bay. The city has been through a tough time lately but we love it as much as ever. Now is the time to visit! You could spend several days in the city, checking out the Read More
Chesapeake Bay Romantic Getaways
When was the last time just the two of you got away? Not a family vacation or business trip where others dictated your agenda, but an escape that sparked your heart or rekindled that honeymoon feeling all over again. The Bay hosts an array of unique destinations and offers any type of experience your heart desires. Featuring treasures on land Read More
Experience a Slice of the South Pacific – Tahitian-Inspired Drinks
Take a seat at the bamboo bar, loosen up your tie and let a tiki guru demonstrate how to transform your boat or backyard. Meeting Mixologist Tom Brown at Herrington Harbor Marina would have been perfect. That’s where he keeps his 26-foot 1979 Chrysler sloop, and we could have discussed tiki cocktails while sailing around Read More