Culinary cruising aboard J. & E. Riggin, a Maine Windjammer
Feastio, , Sept 10, 2023
Read about the J. & E. Riggin’s Sip & Sail Cruise.
Over the years many travel writers, food aficionados, and ardent windjammer sailing fans have sailed with us and written wonderful reviews. We wanted to share these news snippets with you and take time to thank the writers for their time and spellbinding words.
Feastio, , Sept 10, 2023
Read about the J. & E. Riggin’s Sip & Sail Cruise.
Vacay Network, , August 24, 2023
Sometimes Sailing, , April 25, 2023
Dan and Mikkel write, “We were truly in awe of how much food they pump out in such a small galley, how often they are creating meals (nearly constantly when the sun is up), and how GOOD it is.”
Cruising World, , Nov 8, 2022
For a sailor who loves schooners, few places compare to the coast of Maine in the summertime.
Travelinmad, , Sept 14, 2022
“In an age of virtual reality and online dependency, a connective slow travel experience like a Maine Windjammer cruise does the heart, mind and body good.” writes Lori Sorrentino. We couldn’t agree more.
Matador Network, , July 25, 2022
Lisa writes, “A windjammer cruise in Maine offers a rare opportunity to sleep, dine, and be entertained while island hopping throughout Downeast and Midcoast Maine on a one-of-a-kind vintage vessel.”
Quirky Cruise, , May 8, 2022
Heidi writes, “As a first-timer who wasn’t sure exactly what to expect at the start, I’m so glad I experienced this very special way to travel in a gorgeous part of the world.”
Conde Nast Traveler, , April 12, 2022
Voyages on these historic sailboats come with summer fun like beach lobster bakes, fireworks, and plenty of time on the water.
Getaway Maven, , Jan 25, 2022
“On board chefs are magicians. How else to explain the 5-star meals that emerge from the galley – everything baked, sautéed, and stewed in a woodburning stove.” Malerie writes.
Johnny Jet, , Oct 27, 2021
Georgette has become quite a windjammer aficionado over the years. Here are a few of the reasons she’s hooked.
Forbes, , May 24, 2021
JohnnyJet, , October 2020
Read about Georgie Jet’s October sail on Schooner Stephen Taber and the reasons he thinks you should book your own cruise.
Cruise Critic, , October 2020
Moral Compass, , July 2020
Two of the eight members of the historic Maine Windjammers fleet have opted to meet the stringent standards in wake of the COVID-19 health emergency and sail in 2020: the Stephen Tabor and the Ladona.
WMTM, July 2020
Forbes.com, , July 2020
Captain Noah Barnes has decided to set sail this season with his two ships.
Yankee Magazine, May 2020
A windjammer primer from one of the newest skippers in Maine’s world-famous fleet, plus where to find the best Maine windjammer cruises.
Maine Magazine, , May 2020
Three days on Penobscot Bay, under sail and under stars on Maine’s oldest working vessel, the 1871 schooner Lewis R. French.
Travelocity.com, , March 2020
We think you’ll particularly like number 3!
Porthole Magazine, , Feb 11, 2019
Dana writes “Do you like to cruise but not with the masses? Do you enjoy good food and great conversation? Are you looking to travel differently this year? If you answered yes, you should consider a Windjammer Cruise off the coast of Maine for your next vacation.”
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