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.

New Zealand Yachts has triumphantly relaunched, reigniting its legacy of innovation and craftsmanship in the power catamaran world. Led by founder Allen Jones, the shipyard’s signature wave-piercer design returns to center stage—embodied by “My Spirit,” a 115-foot hull fully refitted from 2022-2025, serving as a living testament to the brand’s design excellence and bright new future.