Sailnboat Blog
Stories, anchorages and tide tables — written by sailors.
Field guides to the world’s best charter destinations, honest yacht reviews, planning tips and the occasional sea story.
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Best Time to Sail to Alaska: A Month-by-Month Guide
Late June through early September gives the best balance of daylight, milder weather and peak wildlife; this guide breaks May–September down month by month with weather, wildlife windows, hazards and mooring notes.
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Yacht Charter Cost in Miami: Budgeting for Your Next Adventure
Understand what drives yacht charter cost in Miami and how to budget for day, weekend and week charters—base fees, crew, fuel, APA, taxes and typical ranges.
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Noise at Anchor: Understanding Sources and Solutions
Practical guidance for charterers who want quiet nights: what makes noise at anchor, how different boats transmit it, and the exact questions to ask your charter base.
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9-Day Sailing Routes in Greece: Kalamata to Piraeus Itinerary
A practical 9‑day coastal itinerary from Kalamata to Piraeus covering ~190–200 NM, daily legs with nautical miles and times, recommended marinas/anchorages and provisioning notes.
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Spectator Sailing Guide: Yacht Chartering for Ironman Events in Kona
Practical checklist and routeable plan for chartering a yacht to watch the Ironman World Championship in Kailua‑Kona: mooring choices, the USCG 100‑yard buffer, shore transfers, crew and insurance notes.
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How to Verify Yacht Ownership Before You Book: A Broker‑Level Checklist
A practical, broker-level workflow to verify yacht ownership before you commit: which documents to demand, registries to check, how to use photos and AIS, red flags, and when to call in experts.
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Top Côte d'Azur Anchorages: Quiet Bays & Practical Tips
A practical, location-by-location guide to the best Côte d'Azur anchorages for yachts — GPS, depths, seabed, shelter, mooring rules and how to avoid Posidonia damage.
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Rope in the Propeller: Safe Recovery and Prevention Tips
Clear a rope in the propeller safely: immediate actions, deck‑based removal techniques, when to call a diver, pre‑start engine checks and practical prevention measures.
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A Captain’s Log: Exploring Cooper Island & Manchioneel Bay
Practical, step‑by‑step advice for visiting Cooper Island and Manchioneel Bay: how the mooring field works, where to snorkel (Cistern Point), what Cooper Island Beach Club offers, and how to reserve a ball.
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Guide to Anchorage School District for Families in Anchorage, AK
Practical, step‑by‑step guidance for families living aboard or short‑staying in Anchorage with school‑age children — moorage, commutes, childcare and enrollment essentials.
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Sailing Weather Forecast UK: Month-by-Month Guide
A practical month-by-month sailing weather forecast for UK coastal cruising: when to go, what to expect from winds and sea state, how spring/neap tides change your route, and the safest months for novice skippered charters.
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How to Charter a Yacht in the Mediterranean: A Complete Guide
A practical, step‑by‑step checklist for chartering a yacht in the Mediterranean — choose the right base, decide bareboat vs skippered, understand licences, VAT, marina fees, deposits and insurance.
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Tender Garage Checklist: Inspect Before Boarding Your Charter Yacht
A practical, step-by-step tender garage checklist so you can confirm garage access, hoist function, tender condition, fuel and batteries, and who handles what with the base crew.
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