The Classic Boat team recall challenges, change, near-catastrophes, an epic return and the most incredible yachts.

Certain yachting enthusiasts only have eyes for classic beauties. These are the people who are willing to spend millions of dollars on boats that have been around for decades, convinced that the shiny ...

On an early summer day, the bay in front of the historic Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens is filled with yachts—shiny, sleek, state-of-the-art, and massive. But there’s one vessel attracting all ...

Gorgeous design by legendary naval architects, one-of-a-kind Chinese craftsmanship, and a rich history that includes WWII service and an escape from Vietnam that seems right out of a spy novel: this ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. What is luxury? Discover it here in the world of yachting. A low, lean profile sporting graceful lines with long overhangs recalls ...

Are you gearing up for some classic boat maintenance? Certainly when it comes to shavehooks, you want old ones, Adrian Morgan ...

Rolling out any new system is bound to have some bumps along the way but the Technical Committee of the Classic Yacht Owner’s Association, tasked with creating the latest Classic Rating Formula, known ...

With a draft of just 4 feet, 9 inches, shallow-water destinations are no problem. Courtesy Vicem Yachts Brightwork gleaming in the dazzling South Florida sunlight, the Vicem 65 Classic looks as though ...

OXNARD, Calif.-The McNish Classic Yacht Race set sail for the 48th time. Relatives of the race's namesake Dick McNish crewed on his yacht name Cheerio II. The yacht was once owned by actor Errol Flynn ...

Crews trim sails and call tactics in unison, showcasing the seamless coordination that defines classic yacht racing. Courtesy Classic Yacht Owners Association The 2025 Robert H. Tiedemann Classics ...