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On Course: Complacency, overworking can lead to neglect of career management

I am sitting among more than 100 megayachts at the 2015 Antigua Yacht Show as I write this. A light breeze, 70-degree temperatures and blue skies remind me why so…

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Safety, security, budget compromised during travels and shopping

Recently, I found myself in Rome at the Roma Termini Station with a man pointing a device at me. It was larger than a cell phone but smaller than an…

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Strict rules on fuel cleanliness mean more work for filters

It is a common belief that the diesel engine fuel filter, installed by the engine manufacturer, will provide the required level of contamination protection to achieve reliable operation. This is…

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Flu season is upon us, take extra caution onboard

The United States experiences epidemics of seasonal flu each year. We call it flu season, and although it occurs in winter, flu outbreaks can start as early as October and…

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Deliveries can be a time to unplug and gain knowledge for crew

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I live and work on the Intracoastal Waterway here on the east coast of Florida, and I love this time of year. It’s the yachting migration season. I enjoy checking…

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Look back on 2015 and take account of accountability

As the calendar winds to an end, many career-minded crew may look back to see how successful they’ve been regarding their goals for the year and the actual outcomes. I…

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Interpretation a part of repatriation: How do I get home?

“All the world’s a stage; and all the men and women merely players.” Shakespeare’s famous quote certainly describes yacht crew. They comprise an internationally diverse group of characters. On any…

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Dutch unveil new stabilizer

DMS Holland has introduced its new generation of stabilizers, the MagnusMaster. In 2012, DMS Holland started with two business operations: one as a distributor for RotorSwing Marine (RSM) to bring…

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Ask for support to reduce the dread of feeding the crew family

Imagine being a single parent who works in a restaurant, cooking all day, and then going home to cook for a family waiting and hungry. If that seems familiar, it…

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Coconut-Crusted Grouper Tail in a Chili-Lemongrass Broth with Papaya Noodles

When asked why we are in yachting, as sure as the sun rises most of us answer “to travel”, or “for the adventure”. It’s instilled in most of us as…

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