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Date Event Location 6/17-6/27 America’s Cup Bermuda 6/17 5th Annual Alzheimer’s Regatta Oyster Bay, NY 6/17-6/22 Tall Ships – Boston Boston, MA 6/18-6/23 Block Island Race Week New Shoreham, RI 6/19-6/23 Newport Charter Yacht Show Newport, RI 6/22-6/25 Bacardi Newport Sailing Week Newport, RI 6/24 Around Aquidneck Island Race Tiverton, RI 6/24 Fancy Fluke Co.…

Get ready for the boating season! The Providence Boat Show is the best place to shop early and gather all the information and inspiration you’ll need to enjoy your time on the water come springtime. Dates & Hours Friday, February 3 / 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Saturday, February 4 / 10:00 am – 8:00…

New England’s premier winter boating event is held at the state of the art Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC). The New England Boat Show has grown into the Northeast’s largest Boat Show, attracting thousands from the New England Seaboard. Dates & Hours February 11–19, 2017 Saturday – 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday – 11:00 AM…

27′ Eastern 270 Islander 24′ Eastern 248 Explorer Two new additions to our inventory are these late model Eastern Boats that grace the water with their beautiful downeast style. Perfect for enjoying time with family and friends. They are small enough to trailer but have the characteristics and handling of a stable work boat. Built with…

Once you walk through the gates of the Providence Boat Show, you’ll see 130 new power, sail and paddle craft inside the convention hall. But if you are open to exploring previously owned models, there are thousands more boats for sale through the Providence show, along with experienced brokers who can help you find the…

Recent Refit – US Duty Paid Valentine is the last hull built of the iconic Oyster 66 model. Featuring generous accommodations usually only found in much larger boats, the 66 is well-known for her expansive interior volume. Ocean-ready cutter rig offers effortless push-button sailing with in-mast furling hydraulic main, headsails and self-tacking staysail. Fully equipped…

Since its initiation in 2002, the Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) program has certified over 500 yacht sales professionals (YSPs) throughout the U.S. and Canada. Eligible, experienced YSPs who meet the application criteria and who successfully pass an examination earn their CPYB credentials, setting them apart as knowledgeable professionals dedicated to the highest ethical standards…

The Connecticut Spring Boat Show sponsored by the Yacht Brokers Association of America, is expecting over 70 boats varying in size from 20-75ft to journey from as far away as Maine to the first annual 2016 Spring boat show. The exhibition is set for May 13-15, 2016 at Brewer Essex Island Marina located in Essex,…

Whether a novice or experienced boat owner, the process of purchasing or selling a boat can be a lengthy one, and as with any investment, it is always a wise decision to turn to those who have the resources to assist you in becoming a well informed and educated consumer in the boating industry.  Please…

by Matt Leduc Good boats, that are priced right, with motivated sellers, sell first. The longer you wait the inventory gets picked over and your choices are reduced to boats that may be over priced, don’t show well or boats with issues. In many markets, new boats sales have been very soft since the market…

After a very busy and successful summer Latitude is in search of quality vessels to represent. We have led the Rhode Island industry in total sales volume, marketing, innovation and customer service. We look forward to continuing the tradition as we move forward into the winter boat show season. Consider Latitude as your yacht brokerage…

Congratulations to all the new owners. We wish you calm winds and following seas! 2001 Hylas 46 2000 Hallberg-Rassy 39 2006 Back Cove 29 1993 Sabre 38

by Matt Leduc A first-rate boat, priced right, with a motivated seller, always sells first. With procrastination, comes a reduced inventory, and your selection may be limited to boats that can be over-priced, don’t show as well, or have more underlying concerns. Also, many buyers do not want to purchase new boats due to the…

The Brokerage Show is located at the Newport Shipyard and is run in conjunction with the Newport International Boat Show. Don’t miss the chance to view over 100 quality brokerage sail and motor yachts 40′ to 140′ on display in Newport. Admission is free and shuttles run to and from the Newport International Boat Show.…

This prestigious event encompasses 13 acres of Newport’s famed waterfront with all makes and models of powerboats and sailboats ranging from 16 ft. to 85 ft. – ready for boarding and review. On the land side, there’s a bountiful array of marine products and services to enhance the boating lifestyle. Domestic and international dealers and…

After a very busy and successful spring Latitude is in search of quality vessels to represent. We have led the Rhode Island industry in total sales volume, marketing, innovation and customer service. We look forward to continuing the tradition as we move forward into the fall boat show season. Consider Latitude as your yacht brokerage…

So you’ve been searching for that perfect boat for a while now. You started off looking close to home, seeing what the local harbors have to offer. Next you decide to see what the next state over has for inventory, and before you know it, you are searching half way down the eastern seaboard! You…