Emerging Markets When Viking and the Healey family pursue a goal, they do it with true gusto and tenacity. Anyone fortunate enough to spend time around Viking Yachts President Pat Healey will instantly recognize his intense ambition and enthusiasm. This passionate...
Viking Boats Place in Top 3 in Three Consecutive Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournaments Viking Yachts lays claim to leading the industry in production luxury sportfishing yachts and refined express fishing boats. With an impressive history that spans over a half century,...
FAMILY MATTERS In the rarified air of competitive sport fishing nothing trumps preparation. Stocking freezers, rigging bait, meal planning, getting dialed in on the fish movements—all are relatively last-minute flourishes—the exciting part where it all finally comes...
Viking is no stranger to motoryacht design and production – they’ve been doing it for most of their half-century of existence. After debuting the 75 Motoryacht a little over 2 years ago at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Viking Yachts has been...
When it comes to major maintenance on systems and engines, often times it is best to consult the expertise of a boat yard or independent professional who specializes in engines, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc. But the more basic care and maintenance of keeping your...
Making her first premiere at the Viking VIP on February 3rd and 4th before her international debut at the Yachts Miami Beach show February 16th through 20th, the 37 Billfish shows off a classic day boat style, yet purpose built like her big siblings. Conceived and...
The North Carolina Governor’s Cup tallies points from 8 participating tournaments from May through August including Big Rock and Pirate’s Cove with a focus on marine conservation and preservation. Trophies are awarded for the top private boat and top charter boat...
My wife and I recently sold our Viking Convertible through Bluewater Yacht Sales under John Painter’s representation. Market conditions made for a lengthy process, however, John’s willingness to make the necessary arrangements to get this sale done was...
SEEING DOUBLE In a field of 56 teams with over $467,000 in cash awards up for grabs, the 32nd Annual Pirate’s Cove Billfish Tournament presented another over the top week of white marlin action and a tight finish among some of the leading boats on the circuit. The...
WINNING THE BIG ONE Very few of us are going to be a part of the team that wins the Super Bowl, the Stanley Cup or the Kentucky Derby. But as a few lucky members of the Bluewater family can attest, in our world, weighing the heaviest fish at the Big Rock is pretty...
Bill and Doris Morris along with Elmo enjoying their first weekend on their new 55 Viking Bill Fish at Wrightsville Marina! Congratulations to Clark Sneed for helping make their big boat dreams a reality!
A decade ago, the phrase “Gyro Stabilization” would have baffled most people, including the mariners this new technology was intended for. However, at the time, there was a small team of researchers and great thinkers putting in thousands of hours...