Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) USS Beloit (LCS 29) makes it to her homeport in Mayport, Fla., December 19.

The vessel wasn't the most legendary ship of World War II ... wood covering the forecastle, quarterdeck, and weather decks.

Despite not having a designated chapel onboard, the ship’s chaplain is able to celebrate Mass on the quarterdeck, a structure raised ... the “Amerigo Vespucci” — an historic Italian sailing ship — ...

There is nothing quite as magical — or romantic — as a cruise on a sailing ship. To stand on the deck of a vessel topped with ...