Mexico’s Unsolvable TIP Catch-22
Solving the uncanceled TIP problem remains an impossible mission for some boat owners hoping to sail to Mexico.
Baja Ha-Ha XXX Fleet Members Smile for the Camera
Fun, friendly, funny and adventurous define the members of the 30th annual Baja Ha-Ha.
Newport Beach Proposes Increasing Mooring Rent by 300%
Newport Beach's Harbor Commission has proposed raising rents on public moorings by as much as 300%, stoking outrage among the liveaboard community
A Second Consecutive Congressional Cup Victory for Chris Poole
Long Beach Yacht Club's renowned Congressional Cup was in fine form for the 59th event this past weekend.
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Short Sightings — News Pulled From the Dock Box
From Sausalito to the Oakland Estuary, Long Beach to Panama, the news from West Coast sailing spreads worldwide.
Newport Beach Boat Show: More Than Just Powerboats. It’s a Treat for Sailors Too
The Newport Beach Boat Show is underway, and the docks of Newport Beach have something for everyone to discover, from megayachts to small electric boats.
More Information, and a Correction, About Anchoring in the Port of Los Angeles
Latitude made a mistake and used poor wording in our original story about the Port of Los Angeles. We are happy to report that cruisers can anchor for a short stay inside the Port of L.A.'s waters.
Can Cruisers Anchor in the Port of Los Angeles?
The Port of Los Angeles is the largest seaport in the United States. Is there room for sailors to cruise in and drop the hook?
Santa Barbara Considers Closing Part of its Anchorage
A few weeks ago, 'Latitude 38' received a letter expressing concern about Santa Barbara's plan to reduce or completely close part of the city's free anchorages along its beachfront over concern for underwater infrastructure.
Going Old School With Channel Islands to Marina del Rey Race
After many years, the Del Rey and Channel Islands Yacht Clubs bring back the downwind Channel Islands to Marina del Rey race with a 35-boat fleet.
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