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.
Behind the Scenes of Yacht Maintenance: What Charter Clients Should Know
A focused guide for charter clients on how yacht maintenance affects safety, comfort and cost—and exactly what to check at handover and during your trip.
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Top 5 Secluded Sailing Destinations in Turkey's Gulf of Gökova
A concise, skipper-focused guide to the Gulf of Gökova sailing destinations that give you quiet anchorages, archeology and clear water—routes from Bodrum, mooring options and realistic cost ranges.
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Effective Weather Reading for Chartering: A Practical Approach
A hands‑on guide showing how to combine GRIBs, synoptic charts and live observations to turn forecasts into safe charter decisions; practical checks you can use before and during a passage.
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Sailing the Frisian Islands: A Week of Discoveries
A compact, operational seven‑day sailing route through the Dutch Frisian Islands from Harlingen, with approximate distances, mooring options and the local rules and weather you need to plan with.
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Best Anchorages in Marmaris Bay: A Sailor's Guide
A practical, decision-ready guide to the best marmaris bay anchorages — where to drop, what bottom to expect, which bays have water and electricity, and how the Lodos changes the picture.
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Where to Sail in January: Top Destinations for a Winter Getaway
Practical choices for January sailing: warm-weather Caribbean spots, the Maldives and Canary Islands, plus budget and crowd notes so you can pick the right route for your crew.
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How to Choose the Right Yacht Charter Location: Key Factors
Choose a yacht charter location by weighing three practical factors: sailing conditions (winds, tides), local attractions and logistics, and how they match your crew’s experience and budget.
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Catamaran vs Monohull: Space and Comfort for Chartering
If you prioritise usable living space and a low-heel platform, catamarans usually deliver; if you want an engaging sail and lower charter and berth costs, monohulls often win. This guide compares space and comfort, draft, layouts and costs so you can choose the right charter for your crew.
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5-Day Sailing Itinerary: Exploring the Dutch Wadden Islands
A practical 5-day Wadden Islands itinerary linking Harlingen → Texel → Vlieland → Terschelling → Ameland → Schiermonnikoog (≈72 nm), with daily legs, mooring fees, tides and safety notes.
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