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Some New ideas. Totally New models, Sail and Power, new ways to finance, Helpful ideas.  Boat as a business.  Here's more on what's new, what's happening in Annapolis, America's cruising capital. July
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--How to own for less--Free seminars, on line Click here.

  1. Catamarans There's lots that's new. How to decide, and much more.
  2. Monohulls New models. Why our shoal keel is better than a deep keel  (and probably faster!)
  3. Hybrid Houseboats Houseboats, demo clearance. New ideas.

Tax advantages this year? The how and when. Note: You must have your boat in service this year, to qualify for the thousands of dollars in tax advantages set to expire at year end. For most models, we can still get you in, but in a month--it will start being questionable on many models--Call us 410-263-2311 See all the boats: Click here.

  1. Join us for a New England Sailing trip. Our owner's and charterers who want an offshore and New England Island sailing experience can join us this summer.
  2. Chartering and more We now offer ASA, live-aboard sailing courses on the largest fleet of new Yachts on the Chesapeake or Bahamas. Also, ASA offshore course on cruise Chesapeake to New England.
  3. How to sail for less! Here's how to turn your passion into an enjoyable business.
  4. Coming events Owner Rendezvous, N.E. Trip, Seminars, boat shows and more.

Charter or take a course.

Charter Newsletter here

Charter or take a course on the Chesapeake this summer. The Bay has over 5,000 miles of navigatable shoreline. Explore quiet coves and bustling harbors. Great seafood. History abounds. Fun for the whole family. Visit our new boats, find out about itineraries. Learn to sail with our certified, ASA live-aboard courses (available for you alone, or with your families and friends.) Jump in, the water's fine and we offer it all. Isn't now, your time?

You can sail for free...

Thinking of owning? Download your Try-Before-You Buy certificate. Free charter. Click here.

Just for fun... Take this 5 minute management course...Go Here.

"Twenty years from now you'll be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the things you did. So throw off the bowlines. Explore. Dream. Discover" --Mark Twain

Contact BYA live...

1-800-YACHT20

410-263-2311

Charter: 410-263-1818
For Fun
Just for fun, see what you get out of this 5 minute management course. Click here.

Happiness for sale!

On choosing happiness. What's your choice?

"An article from my friend Jeffrey Gitomer

After is a self-defeating word. It robs you of the present, and resigns you to wait without taking any action.

You convince yourself that life will be better after something: After you get a new job, after you get a better job, after you get more money, after you get out of debt, after the economy rebounds, after your stocks go back up, after you get that big order.

You convince yourself that life will be better after an event: After you get married, after you have a baby, after you get a new house, after you take a vacation, after you come back from vacation, after summer is over, or some other action-procrastinating “after.”

Are you frustrated that the kids aren't old enough, and believe you'll be more content after they’re in high school or out of high school? Are you frustrated that you have teenagers to deal with? You will certainly be happy after they’re out of that stage. Certainly you’ll be happier after they’re in college, or is it out of college?

You tell yourself that your life will be more complete when your spouse gets his or her act together, when you get a nicer car, a new house, a raise in pay, a new boss, or worse, after you retire.

The truth is, the fact is, the reality is, there's no better time to be happy than right now.

If not now, when? After the economy gets better?
(Link takes you to Jeffrey's site)

Feature Story...

Maybe now is the time to make yourself happy with a new boat? We've negotiated great deals on excess manufacturers inventory. You can apply the huge rebates to greatly reduce your downpayment and even to pay for a seasons dockage. These special rebates are above normal factory promotional rebates--I can't even begin to tell you about them here, but call for boats available and special rebate information. Includes sail, power and houseboats 410-263-2311

Rebates on selected boats can reduce downpayment to as low as 10%--Have a new boat with a lower downpayment than for a used boat!

410-263-2311

Thinking of owning? Download your Try-Before-You Buy certificate. Free charter. Click here.

Please take your time and enjoy this newsletter. Book mark it and come back if you don't have time to read everything. The drop down, "Key Word" menu to the left,  will lead you to other helpful information and interesting articles that are sometimes difficult to locate on our site. I hope that the index will be helpful in giving you a quick way to find what you're interested in.

Eric Smith, President, welcome! 

P.S. We look forward to helping you and your family get more out of cruising!

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What's new?

1. Trip to tour the plant and with sea-trials on the new 41, and the 44 and 48' Sailing cats, as well as the all new 40' Power cat. Free if you buy, call to register 410-263-2311

2. See it for the first time-click here. All new Fountaine Pajot 41. Now sailing. If you're actively interested in getting a boat in the next 12 months, call for confidential information. Oct. Boat show model available at special price.

3. New 44 and 48' owner's version with head forward.

Fountaine Pajot 40 Trawler4. All new 40' Power Cat. Oct. Boat show model available at special price.

See them all--Click here.

Getting your boat the way you want...

Our customers had questions about how they could spend more time on their boat. What about communications, safety, weather at sea, how to get on the internet and more. To find out about the ways we customize your boat, click here.

The Vagts just took delivery of their Fountaine Pajot 40, "Neverland" in time to watch the fireworks in Annapolis.
Later in July, they will be joining us for the owner's rendezvous on the Bay.

1. Catamarans

Fountaine Pajot, the leading builder of offshore catamarans in the world.

The World has changed...

  1. See new 41' for the first time-click here. Call and ask us for more details.

See new 65' five already sold, new pix and more info now. Click here. We just got back from seeing her. Call and ask us for more details.

And we are changing with it...

On our Fountaine Pajot site, you'll learn about new models and new equipment. How to judge whether a catamaran you are considering is really intended for live aboard, offshore cruising. Even some new ideas for how to own your new boat for less.

Load carrying ability is, perhaps, the single most important factor when considering a serious offshore/live-aboard catamaran design. Here we had over 50 people, full tanks and catering aboard our Salina 48 for the Blue Angel demonstration in Annapolis and notice that the waterlines on both sides are not submerged! Find out more about all of the important considerations! Choosing your catamaran-an article read by 1000's. 

Boat show prices now in effect.

All new, "Have it your way" Pricing Save like never before. Call 410-263-2311 See the boats and pricing Click Here.

See most all of the models in Annapolis, or Try-Before-You-Buy with our Charter company--you charter, we pay for it! On display by appointment: Classic (i) series: 36, 39, 42, 49 DS series: 39, 42, 45, 50(coming), 54

Fountaine Pajot owners version

 

"Twenty years from now you'll be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the things you did. So throw off the bowlines. Explore. Dream. Discover" --Mark Twain

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Jeanneau #1 in deck saloons

Jeanneau builds more deck saloons than any other builder in the world! Click here to see Jeanneau models, slide shows, specs and more.

Center cockpit or deck saloon--here are the considerations.

Jeanneau 45DSHere's how one Gal made the transition from Motor home to a sailboat...

Eventually, she  chartered a catamaran in the Caribbean and that was better, but, this hands on Gal found that it lacked the "feel" of a "real" sailboat. Read the rest here.

See also: Center or aft cockpit--what's the best choice?

Why Jeanneau represents the best value in the industry--Q&A.

Boats designed for the way you use them!

Find out more about how your boat canyacht charter be luxuriously equipped to offer you and your family all of the advantages of a second home with discussions about being connected, being safe and much more..  

 

Here's a part of our charter fleet, tugging at their moorings just prior to the July 4th weekend.

2.  Monohulls

NOTE: Special clearance pricing available now on some of our most popular models.

Can a shoal draft cruiser out-perform a deep draft racer? Here's how...

1. ANNOUNCING $81,027 REBATE ON THE LAST JEANNEAU 54 Call us: 410-263-2311

Preliminary info on the all new, Jeanneau 57--get one in 09 if you act now.

Jeanneau 57 Coming Ask us about joining us for a free demo/factory tour in France--June, 2009
Movie Click here  3 different layouts available!
Slide Show coming Jeanneau 57 SPECS Prelim. Brochure
WEB PAGE		 Jeanneau info coming--get on our mailing list left, top

2. See the all new, Jeanneau 45DS and 50DS.   New Jeanneau Jeanneau 45DS50DS--Last  09 boats available now. These boats have more volume and a bigger cockpit than anything up to 4' larger. Luxurious and yet, because of Jeanneaus volume, priced at the level of most entry level boats--check, them out. Much

Our free seminar will blow your drawers off! Get the full scoop on applicable tax law and Boat-As-A-Business at our Free seminars  or email Eric Smith, esmith@bayacht.com We can do Skype or phone presentations in 10--30 minutes depending on the level of detail you want.

I can show you what I have shown 670 others. How to convert taxes you're already paying, into equity in a boat. You see, you're already paying for your new boat--you just don't have it.

By setting your boat up as a business, you can still enjoy it as much as you like. Have Let's Go Cruising do all the work. You earn income and tax advantages that cover 70-100% of it's cost. Find our more... Free seminars

  Click here. Or call: 410-263-2311 ask about our Boat-As-A-Business (BAB) plan.

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Boats designed for the way you use them!

 A few comments from our clients.

> Because they're powered, and they can be transported overland--I can use it at my summer home in Annapolis for a few years, and later take it out to the lake in Montana.
> I was going to build a guest cottage behind my waterfront property. The permit process is a nightmare. My yard will be torn up for months. The cost is outrageous. For less than half the cost, with no permit required, I can simply plug and play... Wheel the houseboat up to my dock and plug it in.
> I wanted a second, waterfront office, but the maritime zoning laws blocked me--not with a houseboat.
> I wanted a year round vacation home. The houseboat is totally winterized and with it's incinerator head and watermaker--it's totally self-contained.
> I was trying to add a VIP dining room to my restaurant--couldn't get the zoning--now I can have the best waterfront VIP room on the planet (We can build a totally custom unit to fit your purpose.)
> I wanted to add a Bed & Breakfast to my restaurant. 3 units are just the ticket. (1 or 20--we can set up as many rooms as you need-each is a self contained suite with multiple bedrooms.)
> Running a big boat out of a marina is just too expensive for as much as I use it. Now I can have the houseboat as a base and my wife and family can enjoy the social environment while I take a smaller, more practical boat out fishing, or take the family to a restaurant for dinner in my faster, smaller boat.

> I want something comfortable for my family, but I want to get rid of my big gas guzzler and get a smaller run-about to run out fishing or to the Yacht Club for dinner. Who knows, I may even get a sail boat--I understand those guys at BYA will teach me how to sale!

3. Hybrid Houseboats

Please join us to see both models in Annapolis now.

Luxurious demos clearance priced now.

58'Harbor Home was $390,289, now only $274,289 full warranty, immediate delivery.   CLICK HERE FOR FULL LISTING
 
 
42' Aqua Lodge (cottage) was $119,935, now $94,596 with full warranty and immediate delivery included.   CLICK HERE FOR FULL LISTING.
 

 

410-263-2311

P.S. Thinking of owning? Download your Try-Before-You Buy certificate. Free charter. Click here.

 

Our free seminar will blow your drawers off! Get the full scoop on applicable tax law and Boat-As-A-Business at our Free seminars  or email Eric Smith, esmith@bayacht.com We can do Skype or phone presentations in 10--30 minutes depending on the level of detail you want.

I can show you what I have shown 670 others. How to convert taxes you're already paying, into equity in a boat. You see, you're already paying for your new boat--you just don't have it.

By setting your boat up as a business, you can still enjoy it as much as you like. Have Let's Go Cruising do all the work. You earn income and tax advantages that cover 70-100% of it's cost. Find our more... Free seminars

  Click here. Or call: 410-263-2311 ask about our Boat-As-A-Business (BAB) plan.

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Special offers

Ask about our specials
Special pricing now in effect for new Jeanneaus, Fountaine Pajot Catamarans and houseboats.
See the boats here!
410-263-2311

4. Rendezvous and more

Fun. "You define it, we'll deliver it"--Let's Go Cruisings motto. We're based in the heart of America's cruising capital, where all of the action and fun starts! We offer owner rendezvous and events, including for 2010, a unique New England rendezvous that will offer our owners a chance for a 2-3 week cruise that includes an overnight leg and cruising through New England Islands in company. See the itinerary, and slide show of our last trip, and information on next years plans.  Fun, is really important, and one of the best times is when your boat finishes being commissioned and you introduce your friends to her. We're there to make that special. Here's one of our all time favorite commissioning parties--a slide show with comments:

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Why the Chesapeake

We are a friendly body of water. The worlds largest estuary with over 5,000 miles of navigable Coastline.
We're semi protected with a soft bottom and brackish water. A great place to learn or practice your skills.
Your itinerary should include vists to historic villages, famous bustling ports, like Baltimore, enjoying fantastic sea-food restaurants and more.
We have the experience and boats to make your visit memorable. Won't you join us?

Join us for a New England cruise next summer?  July 27-Aug.9

If you would like to join us next summer (09) for an offshore trip up to New England and a cruise in company through the Islands, you can get information by clicking here. (Includes a sign up form)

Owner's join us.

Charterers--ASA offshore sailing course being offered. 

Call Cathie 410-263-2311

5. Chartering and courses with Let's Go Cruising

Let's Go Cruising, of course, is our Chartering and management company.

(We also have boats in the Bahamas and Caribbean for this winter. ASA courses in the Bahamas--call Cathie 410-263-2311)

We have over 21 new and like new--(85% are less than 3 years old) boats in our fleet--most based out of Annapolis).

New this year are the Jeanneau 39, 42, 45, 50 and 54DS and the 36, 39 and 44i, Fountaine Pajot (Catamaran )36, 40, 44 & 48 and Floating homes. They join the other Jeanneaus and Fountaine Pajots from 36-54' that are available for bare boat charter with or without a captain. We offer ASA live aboard sailing courses, Flotilla cruises, Corporate charters and much more. The Chesapeake has the 4th largest Coastline of any state in the country and we offer a huge number of itineraries incorporating visiting historic, vibrant towns, quiet anchorages, lively party destinations and much more.

See the fleet. Click here.

Find out all about Annapolis--you could spend a weekend here, and take day sails. Information on things to do and see, restaurant guide, Rainy day things to do and short cruises and much more. You're in the most popular cruising destination on the East Coast! Click here.

Charter Newsletter here

Let's Go Cruising Site, Click here 410-263-1818

 

New, LGC itineraries for 3-7 days. Enjoy this summer in air conditioned comfort, like never before! Click here.

See the fleet: Click here

The Chesapeake story--the best nature has to offer, click here.

Here's the ranking for longest Coastline:

Most Coastline
But, Chesapeake is the most cruiser friendly, interesting with lots of places to visit. Over 5,000 miles of navigable coastline. From pristine pastoral settings with grazing horses right down by the Bay, to bustling seafood towns, and a few major league towns thrown in--whatever your tastes, you will be well suited on the Chesapeake!

Alaska 33,904
Florida 8426
Louisana 7727
Ches Md 3315 + VA 3190=6505 

Click the map to see a larger version for an overview

The boats are shined up and ready to go--come take a course or charter with us. Let's Go Cruising 410-263-1818

Charter Newsletter here

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Find out the secret about taxes that most people don't understand...

You say that home based business is one of the few legal tax shelters left. What does that mean?
Sandy Botkin: First of all, understand something: We have two tax systems in this country. [Many] times people think there's one for rich and one for poor. That is a huge myth. What the systems are is one for employees--people who don't know the rules, which are designed to take your wealth--and one for self-employed people, [the rules of] which are designed to create economic growth. The reason for that is, small business generates over 70 percent of the jobs in this country. So Congress passes good tax laws. And there are good tax laws--let me emphasize this--for small business .


6. By the way, why not turn your passion for sailing into a part time business?

Did you know that if you partner with us, setting your boat up as a business, you can write off your expenses and depreciate your boat? Our current Sales Associates use tax advantages and income to offset 80-100% of their costs, or even to make extra income. This is not a charter boat program.

Consider a used boat? Time share? Fractional ownership? A charter boat program? Our Boat-As-A-Business program is better than all of these!

Make a normal downpayment and finance the rest. Our Boat-As-A-Business program let's you have the kind of boat you want to own eventually, now. You can own it with virtually no out of pocket costs at all.

Our owners sail on the East Coast summers and Bahamas, Florida or the Caribbean winters. They actually make money taking their friends out sailing!

How do they reduce the costs of ownership to $0? They follow our guidelines taking advantage of the programs set up by both the previous and present administration to stimulate small business investment--they set their boat up as a business so they can use it whenever they want, keep it where they want, have it professionally maintained and leave the program any time with a great boat in great shape. while they enjoy earning income and tax advantages. Details...

We offer free seminars on the program, check the schedule here. Or call... 410-263-2311

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7. Coming Events

  1. Jeanneau Chesapeake, owners rendezvous July 24-26th Click here.

  2. La Rochelle, France Boat show Sept.23-28th  09

  3. Annapolis Boat Show, Sail: 0ct.8-12/ 09  Power: 0ct. 15-18th/ 09

  4. Paris Boat Show, Dec. 4-13/ 09

  5. Miami Boat Show: Feb. 11-15. 2010

  6. Owner's or charterers--Join us for a New England cruise next summer?  July 26-Aug.8 2010

    If you would like to join us next summer (2010) for an offshore trip up to New England and a cruise in company through the Islands, you can get information by clicking here. (Includes a sign up form)

    Owner's join us.

    Charterers--ASA offshore sailing course being offered. 

    Buy or charter a boat from us. Take an offshore sailing course.

    Charter Newsletter here We're going full blast. Call us.

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Put yourself in this picture...

"One perfect afternoon is all worth it. The connection between wind and water, the simplicity and majesty of it, ripping along (at) 12 knots in silence and gliding through the water without polluting anything is magical." Peter Halmos
 

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