Dorie Cox
Dorie Cox, who served as the former editor of The Triton, continues to contribute stories for our readers.Author Archives
Dock & Dine: Enjoy waterside dining without fighting the traffic
The greater Fort Lauderdale area is full of restaurants that offer dockage, most on a first-come, first-served basis. Here’s some of our favorites.
From the Bridge: Yacht owner trip cancellations mean work, not rest
From the Bridge: by Dorie Cox Each month a group of yacht captains gathers with The Triton for a private conversation about an industry issue. They speak freely on concerns…
M/Y Sovereign wins in second Cotton Crews Olympics
Photos by Mark Woodbury The crew from M/Y Sovereign took the top prize out of eight teams in the second annual Cotton Crews Olympics held Feb. 1 at Rybovich Superyacht…
Bow thrusters to epaulettes, yacht engineer values mentor’s lessons
By Dorie Cox Engr. Allen Dudley is mesmerized by Capt. Jim Horner’s skillful maneuvers at the helm of the 100-foot (30m) Benetti, M/Y Rutli E, in currents, wind and tight…
Flag states address mariner, yacht certification expirations
By Dorie Cox As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect mariners around the globe, flag classification societies work to address challenges to renewals, maintenance, and registration for…
Marine update: Broward exempts some maritime movement from closures
By Dorie Cox Some aspects of maritime movement are exempt from recent Broward County closures for non-essential activity in South Florida. The emergency order affects the county, which is home…
Fire department responds to yacht at Lauderdale Marine Center
By Dorie Cox A report of smoke coming from a 140-foot motoryacht brought Fort Lauderdale Fire and Rescue officers to Lauderdale Marine Center on the morning of March 23. Patrick…
Yacht captains, crew aim to hold course during pandemic
By Dorie Cox This is a glimpse into what yacht captains and crew are doing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Very little has stayed the same as they face uncertainty and…
Triton Spotted in Nassau
Capt. Scott Rudisill and Stew/Cook Renee Cambria of M/Y Southern Belle, an 87-foot Johnson, were spotted at Nassau Yacht Haven marina for an owner’s trip in early March. The boat…
PBIBS20: New May dates picked for Palm Beach boat show
Just five days after postponing the 35th edition of the Palm Beach International Boat Show, organizers have rescheduled the four-day show for May 14-17 in West Palm Beach, Florida, according…
