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Dinghy Recovery: A Step-by-Step Guide for Charter Skippers
Practical, safety-first instructions for recovering a tender alongside, with davit/crane operation, on‑deck securing and a short Day‑One drill your crew can run.
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Milos Sailing Itinerary: A Week of Kleftiko Nights & Volcanic Coves
A practical seven-day milos sailing itinerary that puts you at Kleftiko for night and day, shows short island hops to Kimolos, and gives the mooring, wind and safety details you need.
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Best Time to Sail the Tuamotus: Your Month-by-Month Guide
A month-by-month planning guide for sailing the Tuamotus focused on pass timing, diving visibility and cyclone risk, with practical mitigation and provisioning advice.
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Booking Your Scuba Diving Charter: A Complete Guide
A practical, step‑by‑step guide for certified divers planning a scuba diving charter—how to pick day boats, charter yachts or liveaboards, manage cylinders and compressors, handle paperwork and insurance, and run a pre-departure safety checklist.
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Yacht Charter Taxes Explained: VAT and Place‑of‑Supply Rules
Clear, practical guidance on how VAT and place‑of‑supply rules shape your charter cost, which reliefs exist, and the exact tax clauses you should require in the contract.
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How to Use a Winch: Safe Techniques and Training Drill
A concise, practical primer on how to use a winch safely: the correct number of wraps, common errors to avoid, power‑winch behaviour and a three‑minute onboard drill to build crew confidence.
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Anegada Sailing Itinerary: Lobster Bars and Quiet Anchorages
A focussed seven‑day Anegada sailing itinerary for charterers: how to get there, where to moor or pick a ball, the island’s best lobster stops, and practical fixes for equipment problems.
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Martinique vs Guadeloupe Sailing: Monthly Insights for Charterers
A practical, month-by-month comparison of winds, rainfall, anchorages and marinas to help you choose between Martinique and Guadeloupe for your next charter.
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Cabin Charter: How to Book a Shared Yacht Experience
A cabin charter lets you book a single cabin on a crewed or skippered yacht—cheaper than hiring the whole boat. This guide explains costs, inclusions, booking steps and cabin etiquette.
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