Sailing Vacations Planning Archives

Catamaran Qualification and Training

February 3, 2021/by Grant Headifen

How do I Switch to Skippering a Catamaran? We get this call almost every day – “I’ve been sailing a monohull for years and am confident. I want to take a catamaran on a sailing vacation. What does it take to switch to a catamaran? Do I need a Catamaran Certification?” Looking at switching over […]

10 Quick Tips to Save Money on a Sailing Vacation

January 5, 2019/by Grant Headifen

There are many ways you can save money on a sailing vacation. From the booking process to the actual charter, these tips will help you save while still enjoying a fantastic charter adventure vacation.

What is a boating or sailing resume?

January 2, 2019/by Grant Headifen

To charter a yacht on a sailing vacation (or a powerboat on a boating vacation) you absolutely must have a boating or sailing resume. A sailing or boating resume is the same as a job resume – it summarizes, in a very concise format, all of your accomplishments.

Bareboat Charter Guide: How to Charter a Sailboat on a Sailing Vacation

June 12, 2018/by Grant Headifen

Perhaps you are a little intimidated by the process of how to charter a sailboat? Don’t worry, here are all the facts.

What to Take and What to Provision on a Bareboat Charter Vacation

December 12, 2016/by Grant Headifen

Many charter companies can stock and provision your boat before you arrive. This is a good idea for the basics but there is usually little imagination in the food that is supplied. So we recommend allowing the charter company to provision for basics but plan on a trip to the supermarket for the sometimes delectable local foods and cheeses.