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Hidden Coves Near Split: Top Anchoring Spots Revealed
Five reliable, lesser-known anchorages near Split with coordinates, typical depths, bottom types, wind protection and the fees or rules you need to decide where to stay overnight.
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7-Day Ionian Islands Sailing Itinerary from Lefkada
A practical 7-day loop from Lefkada that balances short passages with key stops: Meganisi, Ithaca and Kefalonia, with distances, berth/anchoring options and weather notes.
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Sailing the Dalmatian Coast: A Complete Yacht Charter Guide
A practical, decision-ready guide to planning a dalmatian coast yacht charter: seasons, winds, main bases, must-see islands and a tested 7‑day route from Split.
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Top 5 Lesser-Known Sailing Destinations for Adventure Seekers
Five off‑the‑beaten‑track sailing destinations that reward experienced crews with solitude, unusual anchorages and real adventure—plus access, fees, seasons and practical tips.
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Best Anchorages in the Gulf of Naples: A Sailor's Guide
A focused, practical guide to the gulf of naples anchorages — Marina Piccola and the Blue Grotto (Capri), Ischia Porto and Sant’Angelo, Procida’s Chiaiolella and Corricella, and Baia di Miseno/Parco Sommerso.
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7-Day Split to Dubrovnik Sailing Route: Discover the Dalmatian Coast
A practical, decision-ready 7-day Split to Dubrovnik sailing route covering daily distances, mooring options, weather windows, park fees and the licence checks you must pass at handover.
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7-Day Dubrovnik Sailing Itinerary: Elaphiti Islands & Mljet
A practical, day‑by‑day 7‑day Dubrovnik sailing itinerary that links the Elaphiti Islands with Mljet National Park, showing distances, mooring options, park rules and weather windows.
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Yacht Chartering in Croatia: A Comprehensive Guide
Practical, decision-ready advice for chartering a yacht in Croatia: when to go, which bases to use, typical routes and distances, licence needs, yacht choices and realistic costs.
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5-Day Croatian Sailing Itinerary from Split
A tight 5-day sailing loop from Split that covers Brač, Hvar, Vis and Korčula with daily distances, practical anchoring and timing so you can plan each day at sea.
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Best Sailing Routes for Beginners in the British Virgin Islands
Short, sheltered loops inside the Sir Francis Drake Channel are the best beginner sailing routes in the British Virgin Islands—daily passages of roughly 6–20 nm, easy mooring-ball anchorages, and clear provisioning at Road Town bases.
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Hidden Coves Near Split: Top Anchoring Spots Revealed
Practical guide to five lesser-known anchorages within easy reach of Split — depth ranges, seabed type, holding quality, facilities and wind protection for planning overnight stops.
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Sailing the Seychelles: A Complete Yacht Charter Guide
A practical, decision-ready guide to yacht charter in the Seychelles: when to go, which base to choose, route distances, wind patterns, marina and marine-park fees, and what licence operators expect.
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