Common Bareboat Chartering Mistakes
Bareboat chartering a new boat in a new place is sure to throw you for a loop. Here are common bareboat chartering mistakes to avoid.
Entries by Trisha Evelyn
Try a Family Sailing Vacation
A family sailing vacation offers quality time to share memorable adventures, learn new skills, and build relationships.
Virtual Reality Relaxed Training (because real sailing can be scary)
Sailing doesn’t need to be scary. It’s simply a skill that you can master. Not just learn. Master. Sure, you need to take some courses and practice, but every single concept you learn, every single time you practice, you are building a depth of knowledge that slowly chips away at fear. Plus, now you can practice with a virtual reality sailing course!
The Saronic Gulf Sailing Charter Itinerary
If you have ever wanted to cruise the Greek islands, look no further than a charter out of Athens and a week sampling the many quaint destinations of the Saronic Gulf and eastern Peloponnese. This itinerary and trip recap comes from NauticEd member James Brown.
Basic Sailing Terms for the New Sailor
Nautical language has a long and storied history, with many basic sailing terms that can completely confuse the newcomer.
Rhodes and Dodecanese Sailing Itinerary
A simple charter sailing itinerary for sailing the Rhodes and Dodecanese area. Read more about Dodedanese sailing here.
What is apparent wind?
Both the speed and angle of apparent wind can vary depending on your velocity, which has important implications for sailing. What is apparent wind?
Sailing Basics: How to use a VHF Radio
Your VHF radio is your best way to communicate with other boats on the water, with marinas, and with the coast guard, if necessary. Learning to use it, however, is a little like learning a new language.
Benefits of Flotilla Sailing
There are so many benefits of flotilla sailing, chartering a sailboat, and joining a group of like-minded sailors.
Best Things To Do on a U.S. Virgin Islands Sailing Charter
When you’re traveling around the US Virgin Islands (USVI) on a sailing charter, there’s a whole lot to enjoy.
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