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fromSFGATE
6 days ago

SoCal's shortest ferry ride doesn't make any sense, and that's OK

The ferry goes from the Balboa Peninsula, home to the Balboa Fun Zone and the Newport Beach Balboa Pier, to the south side of Balboa Island, the idyllic coastal community filled with beach cottages and shops that sell saltwater taffy, watercolors of seascapes and the frozen bananas made famous by 'Arrested Development.'
San Francisco
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fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 week ago

Commentary: Is a Transporter Bridge the 100-Year-Old Solution for the Estuary Crossing We've all been Looking for? - Streetsblog San Francisco

A transporter bridge could provide a cost-effective solution for pedestrian and cyclist access between Western Alameda and Jack London Square.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass.'s new boating law is in effect. Here's what to know.

Massachusetts requires motorboat operators born after 1989 to complete a safety course and carry certification to avoid fines.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

An irresistible adventure activity for New Zealand visitors? Delivering the mail by boat

New Zealand's Queen Charlotte Sound offers a unique mail delivery experience by boat, combining scenic views with a vital service for isolated residents.
San Francisco
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Not loving your commute? Try San Francisco Bay Ferry

Commuter numbers are increasing in San Francisco as workers return to offices, with ferry services adapting to meet rising demand.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Nantucket flight returns after part of a cabin door opens midair

A Cape Air flight departing from Nantucket experienced an alarming incident when part of the main cabin door opened shortly after takeoff, prompting the crew to turn back.
Boston food
fromTechzine Global
2 weeks ago

AIDA Cruises deploys enterprise IT across floating cities

AIDA's approach to IT infrastructure prioritizes availability through redundancy, with each vessel operating two physically separated data centers in different fire zones to ensure critical services remain operational.
Digital life
London
fromAtlas Obscura
2 weeks ago

National Lighthouse Museum in Staten Island

Tourists should visit the National Lighthouse Museum after taking the Staten Island ferry for a unique historical experience.
#ferry-systems
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fromIslands
2 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea - Islands

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities.
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fromAol
2 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities worldwide.
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fromIslands
2 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea - Islands

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities.
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fromAol
2 weeks ago

10 Most Highly Affordable Ferry Rides With Breathtaking Views Of The Sea

Public ferry systems offer scenic, affordable transportation options that enhance travel experiences in many cities worldwide.
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fromTime Out New York
4 weeks ago

You'll be able to drink booze on the Staten Island Ferry starting this Friday

Beer, hard seltzers, and canned cocktails return to Staten Island Ferry, enhancing the passenger experience with expanded snack options.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

First submarine named after Massachusetts joins the Navy fleet

To be able to take a ship from new construction and watch it be built together by the ship yard, train with our team and bring into Boston Harbor for the first time, it's very amazing. I looked at the history books. I don't think we've had a submarine in Boston Harbor since sometime in the late '80s or early '90s.
Boston
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

New dry-dock facility for Thames Clipper boats

A new dry-dock facility for Uber Boat by Thames Clippers will enhance maintenance and safety for its fleet starting in early 2027.
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fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

How Cruise Tourism Supports Global Port Economies

Cruise tourism significantly boosts port city economies through various sectors like hospitality, logistics, and local businesses.
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fromFast Company
1 month ago

New York City's next transportation revolution might be on the water

New York City's Blue Highways program uses ferries and cargo bikes to reduce delivery times and emissions by redirecting freight from trucks to waterways.
Boston food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The Best Times to Visit Cape Cod for Fewer Crowds, Great Weather, and Lower Prices

Cape Cod offers ideal summer vacations with beautiful beaches, seafood, entertainment, and diverse attractions across 15 towns, with shoulder seasons providing fewer crowds and pleasant weather.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Red Line car shells cleared from customs, reviving replacement project

The shells were released after U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, who represents Springfield, and Gov. Maura Healey stepped up to negotiate the release. 'For any project, we know that there are things within our control and outside our control,' said MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng, in a statement to Boston.com.
Boston
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NJ's new Portal North Bridge helped ease a transit meltdown days before official opening

NJ Transit avoided major service collapse when the new Portal North Bridge opened early to replace failed Amtrak catenary infrastructure on the aging Portal Bridge.
#portal-north-bridge
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

The unseen strain on Bay Area's Vessel Traffic Service workers amid partial government shutdown

Vessel Traffic Service workers monitoring San Francisco Bay ships work without pay during the partial government shutdown, maintaining critical water safety operations invisibly to the public.
Pets
fromBBC News
1 month ago

Sly fox sneaks onto cargo ship in Southampton and arrives in New York

A fox unexpectedly traveled across the Atlantic Ocean aboard a ship docked in Southampton, England, and arrived at the Bronx Zoo in good health.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Lived in New England for 24 Years-and This Charming Seaside Town Is Worth Visiting All 4 Seasons

The quaintness has always been present, but the increased interest in Mystic, the evolution of its restaurant scene, the rise of social media, and the changes in how people travel have all contributed to its remarkable growth. The Delamar adds a luxury hotel and fine dining that enhance Mystic's charm while welcoming visitors to stay longer and experience the town more deeply.
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fromBoston.com
1 month ago

'We do feel like we're being invaded': Nantucket agrees to try restricted hours at popular tourist destination

Nantucket reduced recommended hours for Sconset Bluff Walk from 7:30 a.m. to sunset to 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. after residents complained about tourists trespassing on private property and invading privacy.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Authorities look into possible vandalism of expensive geotubes on Nantucket

Geotubes protecting Sconset Bluff on Nantucket show deliberate knife cuts, with a private investigator confirming intentional vandalism rather than storm damage.
Real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Cape Cod adopts transfer fee on home sales over $1 million

Barnstable County advanced a petition to allow a local real estate transfer fee on home sales over $1 million, potentially raising $60 million for housing.
#nyc-ferry
California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Berkeley-to-San Francisco ferry plan takes key step forward

Berkeley approved a zoning change enabling a new ferry terminal and rebuilt pier serving all-electric ferries to San Francisco, pending funding and multiple approvals.
Science
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The navy veteran guiding cruises away from storms

A former Royal Navy meteorologist remotely monitors global weather to guide cruise ships, advising captains to avoid storms and ensure passenger safety and comfort.
Food & drink
fromYahoo Life
2 months ago

Get to know your cruise ship crew members

Building rapport with cruise ship crew improves service, creates personal connections, and can lead to reciprocal kindnesses and unexpected friendships.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Crew member on sunken vessel off Cape Cod has died, officials identify him

Angel Nieves, 37, of New Bedford, was one of two crew members aboard the vessel, which was discovered about two nautical miles off the coast of Provincetown, the Cape & Islands District Attorney's Office said in a statement. Nieves was recovered from the water by the U.S. Coast Guard and Massachusetts Environmental Police, according to the DA's office. He was then brought to MacMillan Pier, where Provincetown fire officials determined that he was 'no longer viable for resuscitation.'
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

A Scotland to France ferry could relaunch under 35bn regeneration plan

A Rosyth–Dunkirk ferry could relaunch this year as part of a €40bn (£35bn) Dunkirk port regeneration, restoring passenger and freight links to mainland Europe.
US politics
fromwww.njspotlightnews.org
1 month ago

Gateway is a pain - for now. Here's how it will make your life better

The new Portal Bridge will eliminate a key bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor and advance Amtrak's $16 billion Gateway project despite funding disputes delaying completion.
US news
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

New water taxi service launches between Miami and Miami Beach

Free water taxi links Miami and Miami Beach to reduce commuter traffic, runs scheduled crossings, connects to the free trolley, costs about $1.2 million annually.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

1940s tugboat breaks ice on Newtown Creek for fuel deliveries

GREENPOINT - THE TIDELAND INSTITUTE'S Shoofly tugboat, a restored 1941 steel-hulled vessel usually used for the nonprofit's maritime education and arts programs, has been helping to break ice in the Newtown Creek as the city shivers through a potentially record-setting stretch of subzero days, The City reports. Three Coast Guard tugboats based in New Jersey have been occupied in keeping the harbor and the Hudson River clear to make sure ship traffic can pass.
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San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area ferry services thriving with big plans for future as other transit agencies face challenges

Ferry ridership is rising; agencies plan fleet replacements and service expansions, with new vessels arriving from 2027 through 2033.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'Weird and beautiful': Taking the commuter ferry from Hingham's ice-blanketed harbor

Hingham/Hull MBTA ferry canceled most trips this week because ice formed in Hingham Shipyard harbor, halting operations despite use of an ice-breaking tug.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Bold new proposal would restore Brooklyn Marine Terminal to fully functional maritime hub

COLUMBIA STREET WATERFRONT DISTRICT - The City Club of New York trustee Tom Fox introduced on Tuesday a new to redevelop the 122-acre "all-maritime" proposal Brooklyn Marine Terminal situated on an industrial waterfront site stretching from Atlantic Avenue to Red Hook on the East River. Fox, co-founder of New York Water Taxi, the precursor to NYC Ferry Service, has numerous civic credits to his name, including spearheading the creation of the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway and co-founding the original Brooklyn Bridge Park Coalition.
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fromBoston.com
1 month ago

In rare sightings, scientists spot blue whales in waters off Martha's Vineyard

New England Aquarium scientists documented blue whales in southern New England waters for the first time, spotting multiple whales in different locations within 24 hours.
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fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle Pilot Extended - Streetsblog San Francisco

Alameda secured 19 months of additional funding for the Woodstock water shuttle, increasing weekly departures 84% since launch and supporting non-car transportation between Oakland and Alameda.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

MBTA Hingham ferry service canceled for Feb. 13 due to ice in the harbor

MBTA Hingham/Hull ferry service was canceled Friday due to thick ice in Boston Harbor after a heavy snowstorm, with shuttle buses and parking provided.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Time running out for S.S. United States as group pushes for preservation

ALABAMA - THE HISTORIC S.S. UNITED States ocean liner, currently undergoing environmental remediation work in Mobile, Alabama ahead of its planned sinking and conversion to an artificial reef off of Florida's coast, was this week given a tentative April departure date from that port for its final destination, Fox 10 WALA reports . The new timeline has lit a fire under the New York Coalition to Save the S.S. United States, the preservation group battling to save the ship .
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fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Quaint Coastal Town Is a Best-kept Secret in Massachusetts

Newburyport, a quaint coastal town shaped by centuries of maritime life, is a hidden gem in Massachusetts. Set at the mouth of the Merrimack River, and not far from the New Hampshire border, it carries an easy, unforced charm. Here, fishermen still bring in the day's catch and the ocean influences everyday life. Shops are made for and by the locals, the bakeries feel comforting, and vast, unspoiled beaches line the coastline.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MBTA to (mostly) resume normal weekday service after historic blizzard

MBTA service resumes normal operations Wednesday after a major snowstorm, except for the Fall River/New Bedford Commuter Rail line operating on a modified schedule.
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fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

The cruise ship deck most experienced travelers avoid and the one they always request - Silicon Canals

Lower, centrally located cabins provide smoother rides, less noise, and fewer disturbances than top-deck cabins despite lacking panoramic views.
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