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As we were sailing out to the open ocean, we were honored to get a close view of the USS Theodore Roosevelt. Our crew and passengers waved, yelling “Thank you!” to our brave military members aboard the aircraft carrier. One passenger even said, “if we don’t see a whale, I will still be happy. That…

“Is this an ordinary whale watching trip?” asked a crew member. “No, we only provide extraordinary whale watching trips!” exclaimed Captain Troy. Today was no exception. The American Cetacean Society in Los Angeles has had a gray whale census operated by volunteers from a lookout on the Palos Verdes Peninsula since 1984. This year, they did…

We have now seen whales two days in a row! Yesterday, we saw two humpback whales and today, we saw two gray whales. Sailing aboard Yacht America is the best whale watching in San Diego, especially in the winter. Is it snowing where you live? Come on down and enjoy some fabulous sailing in gorgeous…

Are you looking for the perfect venue for your holiday party? Festive atmosphere? Luxurious accommodations? Sail this season aboard the Yacht America. Your guests will be talking about this holiday party for years to come! Next Level Sailing is offering the gorgeous 1851 replica, Yacht America, for private charter opportunities. This spectacular 139 ft yacht has…

What a great month! Here at Next Level Sailing, we love October as it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We teamed up with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer as well as Cabrillo Credit Union to hoist the largest Pink Mainsail in the world. Stretching 2,500 sq. ft, our Pink Mainsail has been flying high and…

In December of 2016, the Yacht America returns home to San Diego. It was a long journey, but she is glad to make it back to the glorious weather of Southern California.

It was midmorning when the Yacht America docked in Fort Lauderdale. Although the crew wanted to enjoy a few days on solid ground, the deadline to reach New York was only four days away. Normally, you should plan for a week long voyage, but the Yacht America did not have that luxury. The crew stayed…

After getting through the Panama Canal at a rapid rate, the America and her crew needed to get to New York, fast. They had just 9 days to get there. There was no hesitation to start their journey north, despite the thunder in the distance. During the early stage of America’s voyage, there was a…

The first leg of the journey was a major learning experience for everyone, especially for the new crew of the Yacht America. Captain Troy hired crew who had never been on a voyage like this, so he had to make sure that everyone was safe. Everyone would certainly feel fear at some point of the…

On April 13th, 2016, the Yacht America, a replica of the schooner that gave the America’s Cup its name, embarked on the most epic adventure. Captain Troy Sears and his crew left the home port of San Diego to visit more yacht clubs than any other vessel in the history of the United States. But…