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.
The Most Picturesque Anchorages in the Caribbean for Photography Lovers
A focused guide to the Caribbean's most photogenic anchorages — where to drop the hook, what to expect for depths and fees, and how to shoot the best images at each spot.
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Charter Provisioning: A Step-by-Step Guide for Sailors
A practical, step-by-step approach to charter provisioning: plan menus, build a checklist, choose self‑provisioning or a supplier, and store perishables so your crew eats well at sea.
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A Week in the Isles of Scilly: Uncovering Hidden Wonders
A compact, decision‑ready plan for a seven‑day sailing trip around the Isles of Scilly: where to anchor, how to book moorings, licensing, tides and sensible provisioning.
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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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Understanding the Best Time to Sail the Whitsundays: A Seasonal Overview
Aim to sail the Whitsundays in the dry season (roughly May–October) when southeast trade winds are most reliable and rainfall and stinger risk are lower; this guide gives month-by-month climate, wind and safety details so you can plan a week-long or multi-week cruise with confidence.
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Understanding Yacht Charter Licenses and Qualifications
A practical, step-by-step guide to the licences and certificates commonly required for bareboat yacht chartering, including the ICC, RYA Day Skipper and VHF/SRC rules in Greece and Croatia.
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Motor Yacht vs Sailing Yacht: Which Is Right for Your Charter Needs?
Choose a motor yacht for speed, range and more living space; choose a sailing yacht to lower fuel costs and enjoy an authentic sail experience. This guide compares speeds, costs, maintenance, skills and environmental impact so you can decide for your charter week.
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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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