sailing
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It hasn’t been smooth sailing in the furniture space.
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
All this comes at a time when more people are sailing the high seas than ever before, according to Cruise Lines International Association, the industry trade group.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
Isle of Islay is due to set off on its first passenger sailing from Port Askaig on Islay at 12:30, arriving at Kennacraig on the mainland about two hours later.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Some of the most coveted expert-led cruises, such as HX Expeditions’ 17-day sailing to Greenland, Iceland and Svalbard, are sold out.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
Spanish treasure galleons were soon sailing home loaded with riches from mines in Mexico and Peru.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
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