Actually, for horde if im correct the designated return spot if you have all the glitches from hell break loose or die in unregistered area is x-roads and if im correct ally = goldshire? idk exactly cuz im horde. =l
But other wise the boat probably stuck with you because boats are like open instances they keep you bound to them and when you enter the port stuff happens, etc. dont want to make to big wall of text or explain.
-The Dude