Though no longer in production, the Pacifica 44 remains a highly respected and sought-after long-distance cruiser, especially among serious boaters doing the Great Loop, extended coastal voyages, or even the occasional offshore passage. Built in the 1980s and early 1990s, primarily in Taiwan for American and international buyers, the Pacifica 44 is a testament to a different era of boatbuilding—when long-term livability, seaworthiness, and simplicity took priority over trend.
Design and Layout The first thing that strikes you about the Pacifica 44 is its timeless trawler profile: a high bow with forward rake, a low, protected deckhouse, and a generous flybridge perched above.
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Pacifica 44 – A True Cruiser’s Classic
22-12-2025
The Canadian shipyard Crescent Custom Yachts has proudly announced the delivery of their latest seafaring marvel, the 36.6-metre new build motor yacht Maximus III. This extraordinary vessel will now grace the waters of the West Coast under the skilled stewardship of an experienced Californian owner. Launched from Vancouver in June 2025, this tri-deck, custom aluminium superyacht was brought to life by Canadian designer Gregory C. Marshall with naval architecture by Robert Schofield.
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Galeon 410 HTC – Sleek Innovation Meets Practical Luxury
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