Sailing tips
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tipsSailing for Couples: Why a Yacht Beats Any Hotel
A yacht for two means a new bay every morning, total privacy at anchor, and dinner under the stars. Here's what it costs and where to go.
tipsSailing with Kids: A Family Guide to Yacht Holidays
Children as young as two can join a sailing holiday. Here's how to choose the right boat, destination, and gear for a family charter.
learningSailing Lingo: 50 Terms Every Beginner Must Know
Port from starboard, sheets from halyards, tacking from gybing — here are 50 sailing terms grouped by real situations on board.
tipsSkipper or Bareboat: 4 Charter Types Compared
Bareboat, skippered, crewed, or flotilla? Here's how to pick the right charter type based on your licence, budget, and confidence level.
learningRYA vs IYT: Which Sailing Certificate Do You Need?
RYA and IYT are the two main sailing certification systems. Here's exactly which one you need, what it costs, and where each is accepted.
learningHow to Become a Yacht Skipper: Zero to Captain
From total beginner to qualified skipper in one season. Here's the realistic roadmap, costs, and best places to earn your certification.
routeAthens to Mykonos in 7 Days: The Sailing Route
Cover 130 NM from Lavrion to Mykonos in a week, stopping at Kea, Kythnos, Syros, and Delos. Here's the day-by-day plan.
routeSplit to Dubrovnik in 7 Days: The Day-by-Day Route
A 120 NM one-way route through Croatia's southern Dalmatian islands, with daily distances, anchorages, and honest planning advice for each stop.
tipsWhat to Pack for a Sailing Holiday: The Complete List
Pack wrong and you'll spend a week tripping over a rigid suitcase. Here's exactly what to bring on a yacht — and what to leave at home.
tipsYacht vs Hotel: Why Sailing Costs Less Than You Think
We broke down the real numbers: a week on a yacht can cost half what a hotel holiday does — and you wake up in a new place every morning.
tipsWhat It Feels Like to Be on a Yacht (Honestly)
Never stepped on a yacht before? Here's every sensation, surprise, and quiet joy — from the first rope to the last sunset.
tips10 Reasons to Try Sailing This Year
From cheaper-than-you-think costs to bays you'll never find by road, here are 10 honest reasons your first sailing holiday might ruin you for hotels forever.