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.
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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Hidden Coves Near Athens: Top Anchoring Spots Revealed
Compact guide to the best hidden coves near Athens for anchoring, with shelter, holding, depth ranges and local must‑knows for Agistri, Aegina, Poros, Dokos and Kythnos.
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Where to Sail in September: Ideal Destinations for Late Summer
September is the sweet spot for cruising: warm water and easing crowds in the Mediterranean, but the Atlantic hurricane peak makes careful destination choice essential. This guide gives the weather, winds, mooring and safety facts you need to decide.
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Understanding Yacht Charter Costs: A Detailed Breakdown
A practical, line‑by‑line breakdown of yacht charter costs — base rate, APA, fuel, marinas, provisioning, taxes, deposits and gratuities — with realistic ranges and budgeting tips.
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