Sailing unltd: Sailing, Sailboating & The Sailing Lifestyle
Showcasing Sailing, Sailboating and the Sailing Lifestyle.
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Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Cruising World: The magazine for dedicated sailors who have a keen interest in exploring the world's coastlines and oceans while cruising under sail. Always one of our favorites.
Customer Favorites:
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
Contiki: One very special niche ... a tour operator for the 18-35 year olds that want to see the world and experience different cultures, but who want to travel safely (especially if traveling solo) and make sure they "see the sights". Average age is about 25. Make new friends, travel, and do a bit of partying while you're at it.
HomeForExchange: A Global Home Swapping Membership Marketplace ... Post your home, vacation home, apartment, camper, even yacht, etc. and browse through the thousands of other properties listed for a potential swap ... you just might find a match. Netherlands-based.
Intrepid Travel: A small group tour company with an ethos and modus operandi that might not work for all, but certainly does for some. Intrepid specializes in "soft" adventure" travel (which might be a relative term for some folks) and small groups (as few as four and usually not more than 12). It is no frills ... local food, local transport, and modest accommodations ... grassroots travel I guess one would call it. Just without all the pre-planning hassles. They've been doing it since 1989 and have 800 different tour variations. Some folks love 'em (including some of the National Geo folks), some not so much. You just need to know what you're looking for out of your travel experience.
Ocean Navigator: A publication providing in-depth, technical navigation and seamanship information to the most serious and avid offshore voyagers. You'll find essential, need-to-know information that will put you in control of your boat and make bluewater sailing safer and more enjoyable ... info on navigation, weather, electronics, provisioning, route planning, personal safety, and more.
Rockport: A Footwear Staple of Metropolitan Professionals for almost Half a Century! Comfortable (specifically, "performance walking comfort"), yet "Classy" Dress and Casual Shoes for Men and Women. Boots too.
Sail: The magazine for beginning to seasoned sailors that covers the sail racing scene, cruising destinations, and even the skills needed out of the water to maintain sailing vessels in tip top shape. Sailors will find tips on trim, chart navigation, and boat maintenance, as well as info on the latest sailing gear and electronics.
Sperry Top-Sider: The most famous, best-selling boat shoe in the whole world. Forever. Need we say more?
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
Team Snap: An easy to use application that allows you to manage game and event schedules, keep team members up to date with consistent information, track team monies, share photos and files, and track individual and team progress and stats. Everybody's finally on the same page and working as a team ... getting the same information at the same time. Great for any organized sports team, but also ideal for any group that functions as a "team" unit.
West Marine: The world's leading resource for boat and boating supplies (hubby says "aye" to that!) ... since 1968. You'll also find all the good stuff needed for the boating lifestyle ... from sunglasses, boat shoes, apparel, and swimwear to grills, binocs, and fish finders.
Yachting: A "complete" boating magazine that includes articles on both sail and power boats for experienced and novice ship owners alike. You'll find reviews of new yachts and equipment, fishing and travel reports, news about upcoming boat expos and other events, racing reports, fun sea adventure tales, and articles about good seamanship. A favorite amongst yacht manufacturers, naval architects and designers, and yacht brokers,
Yachts International: A magazine providing in-depth articles on the finest yacht builders and designers, profiles of state-of-the-art vessels, industry news, and useful information for those interested in the yachting lifestyle.
