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.
Navigating the Best Time to Sail the Pacific Northwest: A Seasonal Overview
For most cruisers the optimal window to sail the Pacific Northwest is mid‑June through August—long daylight, lower rain risk and lighter, predictable diurnal winds. This guide gives monthly weather, wind behavior, route distances and the safety kit you need.
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Choosing Between Bareboat and Skippered Charters: A Guide
Understand the practical difference between bareboat and skippered charters—what licences and experience you need, how much a skipper costs, and sensible middle-ground options for first-timers.
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Exploring the Best Catamarans for Couples: A Comparison Guide
A practical comparison of the best catamarans for couples, focused on layouts, owner versions, privacy features and realistic charter costs so you can choose the right platform for a romantic getaway.
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5-Day Sicily Sailing Itinerary: Exploring the Aeolian Islands
A practical 5-day Sicily sailing itinerary that runs from Trapani around the Egadi Islands — Levanzo, Marettimo and Favignana — finishing in Marsala, with distances, anchorages and local tips for each day.
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Sailing the Canary Islands: A Complete Yacht Charter Guide
Practical, route-ready advice for chartering in the Canaries: best months, prevailing trades, the main marinas, licence expectations and island‑to‑island distances.
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The Untold Truth About Yacht Charter Reviews: What to Look For
Read yacht charter reviews with a checklist: focus on yacht condition, crew professionalism and what the price does and does not include; use platform signals to spot authenticity.
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Top 5 Eco-Friendly Sailing Destinations for Sustainable Travelers
Five sailing grounds with enforceable marine protection, active restoration or community stewardship — and the practical rules and costs you need to plan a low-impact charter.
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Navigating Open Water: Essential Skills for Safe Sailing
Master a concise set of open water sailing skills—navigation methods, seamanship, chartwork and safety procedures—that keep you safe and decision-ready offshore.
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A Week Sailing Corsica's West Coast: From Calvi to Bonifacio
A practical seven-day Corsica yacht charter from Calvi to Bonifacio, with daily distances, mooring options, anchoring rules in Scandola and Bonifacio, and operational tips for successful cruising.
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