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Anchoring with side waves
Here is a trick on how to turn your anchored boat to fave the waves instead of facing the wind. It gives you a much smoother experience while anchoring with side waves.
The Racing and Yelling Thing
None of us like yelling on sailboats, and racing is a poor excuse for it. Quick advice on being a better skipper from Capt. Marc Hughston.
Meet Sailing Instructor Capt. Marc Hughston
Meet top sailing instructor Capt. Marc Hughston. Sailing instructors are often the most highly experienced sailors in the industry, but they all start somewhere! Gain insight into sailing from those who do it most...
Best Yacht Charter Locations in Croatia
There are four main areas to sail on the Croatian coastline. Each location is easily large enough for a 2-week sailing vacation and so those seeking only a week are confined to smaller areas within each location. Discover here which location is best for you.
2023 Sea of Cortez Flotilla
The Sea of Cortez has captured the imagination of sailors and adventurers and offers unparalleled opportunities for exploration under sail. Join other sailors on NauticEd's 2023 Sea of Cortez Flotilla.
#65 We gotta be Nuts
There is something that happens to me as soon as I see a small gap of water between my boat and the dock as I am leaving for a sail.... We gotta be nuts.
WE ARE EXPERT YACHT CHARTER AGENTS!
NauticEd are Expert Yacht Charter Agents. A yacht charter agent (sometimes called a yacht charter broker) is a charter industry expert who provides concierge services through the entire process of a yacht rental including the initial search, questions and advice, booking, and issues that arise during the charter.
Do I need a sailing license to sail around the world if I own my own boat?
The sailing license that you typically hear about is for yacht chartering only and only in certain areas of the world like the Mediterranean, Seychelles, and a few others. Learn more here....
Navigation Practice Exercise
Here is a simple navigation practice exercise to practice sailing (navigating) to a waypoint. The exercise is for you to plan to sailing upwind and to a waypoint with 2 tacks.
Maneuvering a Sailboat out of a Tight Slip
Maneuvering a Sailboat out of a tight slip does not need to be stressful or embarrassing. Learn how to use your spring line in challenging crosswinds.
Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations
There’s nothing more intimate or romantic than a sailing vacation. Whether in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, or more exotic locales, a romantic yacht charter is the ultimate in sailing adventure, tranquility, and romance.
NauticEd Friends and Family 2022 Croatia Flotilla
Join NauticEd for a family-friendly 2022 Croatia Flotilla. The Dalmatian coast is a great area for sailing as well as exploring the ancient cities, beaches, and hidden bays and coves. There are plenty of activities on and off the water for travelers of all ages.
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