Family Boat Trip Ideas: Winter Cruising and Skiing in MaineReflecting on one of our favorite trips outside the ‘typical’ New England boating season. Reflecting on one of our favorite off-season family boating adventures in New England When most people think about family boating in New England, summer naturally comes to mind. But some of our…
Targa Boats Co-Founders Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Metstrade 2025 We’re proud to celebrate a milestone for one of the brands we represent. On November 19, 2025, at Metstrade in Amsterdam, Johan and Britt-Marie Carpelan, co-founders of Targa Boats and Botnia Marin, were awarded the Boat Builder Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the marine…
The Rebirth of a Legend: Introducing the 2027 Targa 37 Since its creation in 1997, the Targa 37 has been one of the most enduring platforms in Nordic boating. For nearly 3 decades, the Targa 37 platform has demonstrated the long-lasting quality of both the boats and the original concept. Sign Up For Our Mailing…
East Coast Yacht Sales at the New England Boat Show 2026 We’re excited to share that East Coast Yacht Sales will be exhibiting at the 2026 New England Boat Show (NEBS) at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, January 7th through the 11th. If you’re planning to attend, you’ll find us at Booth B28. This…
The Award-Winning Axopar 29: Recognized for Performance, Design & Satisfaction At East Coast Yacht Sales, we don’t just sell boats — we stand behind models that are built, tested and proven. So when the Axopar 29 wins multiple international awards, it underscores the kind of confidence we share with our clients. Let’s walk through the…
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Axopar 45 Brabus Edition Sea Trial: Real-World Speed, Comfort, and Fuel Efficiency If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like behind the wheel of the new Axopar 45 Cross Cabin BRABUS Edition, here’s the truth — it’s unlike anything else on the water. In late October, we took this 45-foot adventure boat out on the…
The Long-Range Life: How Modern Cruising Yachts Make Extended Voyaging Possible There’s a new kind of adventure calling boaters today—one that goes beyond weekend cruising or short coastal hops. More and more owners are dreaming about staying out longer, exploring farther, and truly living aboard for weeks or even months at a time. But to…
Why I Bought a Targa for New England: Comfort, Performance, and Adventure When I set out to find a boat for family cruising in New England, my mission was clear: I wanted something I could operate comfortably on my own, with enough sleeping capacity for five or six people, fuel-efficient, and capable of decent speed.…
2016 Wesmac NEB Custom 42 Veritas – For Sale at $778,000 VIEW LISTING – VIDEO BELOW Welcome aboard Veritas, a 2016 Wesmac NEB Custom 42 for sale—a classic Downeast yacht that perfectly blends rugged Maine craftsmanship with modern luxury. Built by the renowned Wesmac yard, this 42-footer delivers exceptional performance, timeless design, and all the…