Boating the Great American Loop is more than a voyage — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that takes you through the heart of America. Stretching roughly 6,000 miles, this iconic waterway journey loops through the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, Great Lakes, inland rivers, and the Gulf of America. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know to plan, budget, and complete the Great American Loop — whether you’re an experienced sailor or a first-time cruiser.

The 33 XO represents Regal’s ideal balance between express cruiser luxury and outboard versatility. Built on the same proven hull as the 33 OBX but configured for overnight comfort, the XO offers a spacious salon, full galley, and twin Yamaha 300s for reliable performance. With a top speed around 42 mph and a comfortable 31 mph cruise, it’s a practical, family-friendly cruiser ideal for Tampa Bay and the Gulf Coast.

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The 2025 Regal 36 XO is a flagship outboard-powered sport cruiser. Measuring 36 feet, it offers two cabins, a spacious salon, and generous cockpit seating while being powered by twin Yamaha 450 V8s. It’s a competitor to the Sea Ray Sundancer 370 Outboard and Formula 37 PC, often winning buyers with Regal’s interior comfort and strong outboard performance.

The Regal 36 XO sits in Regal’s premium express cruiser lineup. At 36 feet with a beam of 11’6” and powered by twin Yamaha 425s, it delivers strong performance while offering luxurious living space for extended weekends. With a cruising speed of 40 mph and range of about 300 miles, it’s a ve In today’s market, comparable boats include the Sea Ray 350 Sundancer, Formula 37 PC, and Cruisers Yachts 35 Express. What sets the Regal apart is its thoughtful layout and balance betwee

If you boat in Tampa Bay or anywhere along Florida’s Gulf Coast—from Clearwater and St. Pete to Anna Maria, Sarasota, Venice, and down to Boca Grande—you need one hull that can handle shallow water runs, chop outside the passes, sandbar days, fishing trips, and last-minute weekend getaways. The Regal 38 SAV (Sports Activity Vessel) is built exactly for that mix.

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