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.
Best Anchorages in the Gulf of Naples: A Sailor's Guide
A focused, practical guide to the gulf of naples anchorages — Marina Piccola and the Blue Grotto (Capri), Ischia Porto and Sant’Angelo, Procida’s Chiaiolella and Corricella, and Baia di Miseno/Parco Sommerso.
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Where to Sail in June: Hidden Gems of the Adriatic Coast
June is the sweet spot for Adriatic sailing: warm water, reliable afternoon maestral and far fewer crowds. This guide picks five lesser-trafficked areas—Istria, Brač, Kornati, Krk/Cres and Dubrovnik—and gives you the practical details you need to plan a week or two afloat.
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Choosing the Right Yacht Charter Company: A Comprehensive Guide
A practical checklist for selecting a yacht charter company: reputation, fleet condition, transparent pricing (APA and deposits), customer reviews and scam red flags.
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Navigating Yacht Charter Deposits: What You Need to Know
A clear, practical guide to yacht charter deposits—how much to expect, how refunds and cancellations usually work, which payment methods are common, and when the balance is due.
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Catamaran vs Sailing Yacht: Which Is Better for Couples?
For couples, the choice between a catamaran and a sailing yacht comes down to space, stability and cost. This guide compares cabins, draft, handling and real charter ranges so you can pick the right boat.
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Best Catamarans for Large Group Charters: A Comprehensive Comparison
A side-by-side look at the top 46–50ft catamarans and a few larger models that work best for 8–12+ people, with cabin layouts, communal space, crew needs and realistic charter costs.
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7-Day Dubrovnik Sailing Itinerary: Elaphiti Islands & Mljet
A practical, day‑by‑day 7‑day Dubrovnik sailing itinerary that links the Elaphiti Islands with Mljet National Park, showing distances, mooring options, park rules and weather windows.
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7-Day Split to Dubrovnik Sailing Route: Discover the Dalmatian Coast
A practical, decision-ready 7-day Split to Dubrovnik sailing route covering daily distances, mooring options, weather windows, park fees and the licence checks you must pass at handover.
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Exploring the Cyclades: A Complete Yacht Charter Guide
Practical, decision-ready guide to planning a yacht charter in the Cyclades—when to go, which base to pick, licensing you’ll be asked for, realistic costs and route logistics.
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