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 Time to Sail the British Virgin Islands: Monthly Insights
Month-by-month weather, wind and crowd guidance so you can choose the right week to sail the British Virgin Islands, with hurricane-season planning and booking tips.
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How to Effectively Budget for Your Yacht Charter: Essential Tips
A practical, numbers-first plan for budgeting for yacht charter: what the base rate really covers, how to calculate APA, estimate fuel and marina costs, and where to save.
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Best Catamarans for Solo Sailing Adventures: A Comprehensive Guide
Practical guidance for single-handed sailors choosing a catamaran: model recommendations, the essential features that save time and energy, safety kit you must carry, and maintenance tasks you can manage alone.
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7-Day Amalfi Coast Sailing Route: From Naples to Salerno
A one-week sailing plan from Naples (Marina di Stabia) to Salerno (Marina d’Arechi) that gives daily distances, anchorages with depth guidance, mooring-fee ranges in EUR and local rules.
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Exploring the Whitsunday Islands: A Complete Yacht Charter Guide
Plan a Whitsunday Islands yacht charter for May–October when steady southeast trades (15–25 kt) make island-hopping efficient; base at Airlie Beach (Coral Sea Marina) or Hamilton Island for full-service support.
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What Seasoned Charter Pros Wish You Knew About Fuel Costs
Practical, number-led guidance from charter pros on how fuel costs are charged, how to estimate them for an itinerary, and concrete ways to cut the bill without spoiling the trip.
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Top Sunset Sailing Spots Around the World
A curated list of the world's best sunset sailing spots, with practical timing, local mooring notes and operator suggestions so you can book the right evening sail.
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Docking Made Easy: Step-by-Step Techniques for Charterers
Clear, practical docking techniques for charterers: how to plan the approach, place fenders, rig lines, avoid common mistakes and dock single‑handed with confidence.
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Corsica Sailing Itinerary: Ajaccio to Porto-Vecchio
A compact four-day Corsica sailing itinerary from Ajaccio to Porto‑Vecchio covering realistic day legs, harbour options and the Lavezzi Islands with practical mooring and weather guidance.
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