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Field guides to the world’s best charter destinations, honest yacht reviews, planning tips and the occasional sea story.

Accessible Yacht Charter: Finding and Booking Wheelchair‑Friendly Yachts
Sailing tips

Accessible Yacht Charter: Finding and Booking Wheelchair‑Friendly Yachts

A practical, step‑by‑step guide that tells you exactly what to check, who to ask, and what to get in writing when booking an accessible yacht charter for wheelchair users or travellers with reduced mobility.

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Best Boats for Island Hopping: Charter Types Explained
Yacht reviews

Best Boats for Island Hopping: Charter Types Explained

A practical comparison of the best boats for island hopping — which boat type gives you the most islands, where each shines, recommended models and the operational trade-offs you must plan for.

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7-Day BVI Itinerary: A Practical Bareboat Loop from Tortola
Destinations

7-Day BVI Itinerary: A Practical Bareboat Loop from Tortola

A compact, practical 7 day bvi itinerary that runs a Tortola loop to Norman Island, Virgin Gorda and Anegada; includes daily legs (NM), mooring options, estimated fees in EUR and weather-safe alternatives.

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7-Day Exumas Sailing Itinerary: A Practical Bareboat Charter Route
Destinations

7-Day Exumas Sailing Itinerary: A Practical Bareboat Charter Route

A day-by-day, decision-ready 7‑day Exumas sailing itinerary from Nassau — realistic distances, anchorage depths, mooring fees and the entry steps you must take before you leave.

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Customizing Your Yacht Charter Experience: Key Considerations
Sailing tips

Customizing Your Yacht Charter Experience: Key Considerations

A custom yacht charter starts with a detailed preference sheet, timely requests (often two weeks ahead) and clear crew communication so the captain and chef can prepare your week.

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Croatia's Best Marinas: 12 Ideal Bases for Your Yacht Charter
Destinations

Croatia's Best Marinas: 12 Ideal Bases for Your Yacht Charter

A practical guide to the 12 best marinas to start a charter in Croatia, showing facilities, provisioning options, nearby islands and transfer times so you can choose the right base.

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How to Heave To: A Step-by-Step Guide for Charter Skippers
Sailing tips

How to Heave To: A Step-by-Step Guide for Charter Skippers

A practical, stepwise procedure for how to heave to, with three common setups—slab-reefed main/backed jib, drogue assist and motor‑assist—plus drills and safety checks.

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A Week Sailing the Hidden Gems of the Gulf of Kvarner
Sailing tips

A Week Sailing the Hidden Gems of the Gulf of Kvarner

A compact seven-day Gulf of Kvarner sailing itinerary that balances short hops (total ~93 NM), sheltered anchorages and practical mooring and provisioning advice for an easy, low‑stress cruise.

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Best Anchorages in the Northern Coast of Germany: A Sailor's Guide
Destinations

Best Anchorages in the Northern Coast of Germany: A Sailor's Guide

A practical, route-ready survey of the best anchorages on Germany’s northern coast—North Sea and Baltic—giving GPS, depths, bottom type, holding and facilities you need to decide where to stop.

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