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Crossing the Strait of Gibraltar in a flat-floored yacht with half a gale blowing. Lifer and harness on here today, thank you very much. Credit: Tom Cunliffe Safety gear pros and cons can be a chilling subject but it pays to not only be aware of requirements but also understand the consequences of your own…

Charter. Credit: Sail Ionian Veteran charter skipper Tom Fletcher explains how to avoid some of the classic chartering mistakes. The ‘5 Ps’ is one of the oft quoted sailing tuition maxims: proper preparation prevents poor performance. It’s an expression that can be relevant to pretty much anything though, not just approaching a MOB under sail!…

Sustainable yacht charters. Credit: Jean-Marie Liot Charter companies are becoming more environmentally aware writes Sue Pelling. Here are the some of the companies working towards more sustainable yacht charters. There is no doubt that sustainable travel practices can make a substantial difference in protecting our planet, which is why, as we grow more environmentally aware,…

Chartering in Greece. Credit: Seafarer White sails on the wine dark sea – Affordable yacht chartering was practically invented in this Mediterranean paradise and the islands remain welcoming to sailing tourists In the 1970s, Greece spearheaded the flotilla and charter culture, and to this day, remains a popular destination. It’s no surprise considering Greece offers…

Portofino, Italy. Credit: Sailing Holidays History and culture combine to make The Tyrrhenian Sea and the Italian coastline one of the most cosmopolitan but charming charter sailing areas on earth. Italy boasts many wonderful cruising grounds in a relatively small geographic area, with the Amalfi Coast, Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, Sicily’s Aeolian Islands and The Tuscan…

Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard in Dukes County, Massachusetts. American charter. Credit: iStock The charter possibilities for these two vast continents are concentrated in the tropics, but for the adventurous sailor, there are possibilities north and south The far northern reaches of North America – Canada and Alaska – are adventure chartering territory, as is most of…

Montenegro. Credit: iStock The eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea is the home of a magnificent archipelago featuring ancient monuments and friendly, lively islands to visit The Adriatic region offers an extensive and enchanting coastline spanning over 1,000 miles, making it a captivating destination for travellers seeking both natural beauty and rich cultural experiences. Countries…

Dinghy & watersports show. Credit: Paul Wyeth The RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show runs over the weekend of 22-23 February.  We take a look who’s exhibiting, and what’s on this year. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of possibilities at the 2025 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show, taking place on 22-23 February 2025…

Faial Island – a Portuguese island of the Central Group of the Azores. Credit: iStock Sailing in sunny climates with good winds are what most water-based holidays are made of, so why not consider the Atlantic Group of Islands as your next charter destination says Sue Pelling The very nature of location off the coast…

Credit: MDL Port Hamble Sam Fortescue takes a look at winter cruising and the sort of kit you need to enjoy a proper winter warmer. Sailing magazines are full of advice at this time of year about how to batten down the hatches for winter and keep the boat safe on land. Between winter storms…