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Sailing Vacation Blog & Yacht Charter Resources

Plan the Perfect Sailing Vacation. The team at NauticEd has been to just about every destination out there.  Check out our blogs and podcasts listed below and be inspired by some of our favorite destinations!

We are Expert Global Yacht Charter Agents – when you book a sailing vacation through NauticEd, we don’t charge you a fee – we often save you money since we can compare prices from all yacht charter companies. AND, we can give you advice on which destination or charter company will suit your needs best. To inquire about a sailing vacation or charter, start here >

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Flotillas

NauticEd hosts a variety of family friendly flotillas throughout the year.  These are causal flotillas without a ’theme.’  We’re laid-back and run our flotillas that way.  We like to offer a variety of activities both on the water and on the land.  Experienced skippers, new sailors, or non-sailors welcome.  By the cabin or by the boat.  Bareboat or skippered.  Catamaran or monohull.  Come join us!

BVi Flotilla March 2023

2023 British Virgin Islands Flotilla

BVI, Caribbean, Vacations Flotillas
May 18, 2022
Come join the NauticEd team as we adventure to the British Virgin Islands on our March 2023 family-friendly sailing flotilla.
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2023 Sea of Cortez Friends and Family Flotilla

2023 Sea of Cortez Flotilla

Home Featured, Vacations Americas, Vacations Flotillas
April 3, 2022
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.
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Croatia

NauticEd Friends and Family 2022 Croatia Flotilla

Vacations Flotillas, Vacations Mediterranean
February 2, 2022
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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2022 September – NauticEd Greece Flotilla Sailing Vacation

Home Featured, Vacations Flotillas, Vacations Mediterranean
November 29, 2021
Come join NauticEd on the September 2022 Greece flotilla sailing vacation. We heading to the Ionian sea where there are islands, villages, and the best Mediterranean restaurants abound.
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Caribbean

The Caribbean’s sailing season is Oct/Nov through May – perfect for the holidays as well as winter and spring breaks with kiddos!

Podcasts:

Bahamas / Exumas and benefits of hiring a captain – Podcast

BVI’s Boatyball and Massive Dinghy Fails – Podcast

Key West and the Dry Tortugas – Podcast

Caribbean Blogs:

Crew on a sailboat
May 20, 2022

Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

BVi Flotilla March 2023
May 18, 2022

2023 British Virgin Islands Flotilla

Top Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations
February 10, 2022

Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations

April 14, 2021

Yacht Charter in Saint Martin

January 19, 2021

US VIRGIN ISLANDS-THE NEW HOTSPOT FOR YACHT CHARTERS

BVIChartBriefing
February 19, 2020

British Virgin Islands Interactive Maps and Chart Briefing

Playa Tamarindo
December 3, 2019

Sailing Itinerary for Spanish Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico

Sailing Guide for St Vincent & The Grenadines
October 21, 2019

FREE Sailing Guide & Itinerary for St Vincent & The Grenadines

Carlisle Bay Antigua
June 26, 2018

Antigua Yacht Charter Sailing Vacation With Kids – Day 1

Antigua Island MAP sailing
December 11, 2017

Sailing Vacation in Antigua

Mopion Island
September 12, 2017

Sailing in St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada

October 3, 2016

Sailing in the British Virgin Islands for 10 days – day 1

Drone Tour of Road Town BVI
May 19, 2015

Drone Tour of Road Town Harbour BVI

Hmmm I else can I help people realize their sailing dreams?
June 17, 2014

Bareboat Chartering in Martinique

Our guide Maurice, Cumberland Bay, St. Vincent
June 17, 2014

Sailing in St. Vincent

St Lucia Pitons
June 16, 2014

Sailing Vacation Attitude

October 6, 2009

Chronicles of a Sailing Yacht Charter Week in the BVI’s: Day 1

Provisioning
September 12, 2009

Yacht Charter trip to the British Virgin Islands

The Grinch
November 25, 2008

Christmas in the Caribbean

Mediterranean

The Mediterranean’s sailing charter season is June through October. The ‘Med’ is one the world’s ultimate sailing destinations!

Podcasts:

Introduction to the Mediterranean – Podcast

Croatia – Podcast

Mediterranean Blogs:

Crew on a sailboat
May 20, 2022

Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

Croatia Sailing locations
April 19, 2022

Best Yacht Charter Locations in Croatia

Top Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations
February 10, 2022

Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations

Croatia
February 2, 2022

NauticEd Friends and Family 2022 Croatia Flotilla

November 29, 2021

2022 September – NauticEd Greece Flotilla Sailing Vacation

Yacht Charter in Turkey
November 25, 2021

Yacht Charter in Turkey

Greece Sailing Flotilla
November 10, 2021

Greece Sailing Vacation Guide

Oasis Crew
October 1, 2021

Sailing in the Ionian Sea, Greece

Sail the Mediterranean podcast
November 7, 2019

Sail the Mediterranean

NauticEd Greece Flotilla
August 19, 2019

The Very Best Ionian Sea Sailboat Charter Itinerary

portorosa sicily
January 15, 2019

Spartivento – Italian Yacht Charter Company

December 8, 2018

GULET CRUISES IN MONTENEGRO: WILD BEAUTY, BEACHES AND FAIRYTALE TOWNS

Sailing Itinerary of Amalfi Coast
August 2, 2018

Sailing the Amalfi Coast: Our Itinerary and Podcast Discussion

Sailing Croatia
July 31, 2018

Sail Magnificent Croatia as Easy as 123!

Malta
May 16, 2018

Malta—An Eclectic Beauty in The Heart of the Mediterranean

Cala Junco. Panarea Island
June 22, 2017

Sailing in Sicily Day 1 and 2

Sailing in Sicily
June 20, 2017

Number 1 Sailing Vacation Spot in the World

How to do a Mediterranean Mooring Downwind
May 25, 2017

How to do a Mediterranean Mooring when the wind is nose on

Checking our ICC Sailing License
July 6, 2016

Bareboat Charter Athens Greece Day 1

Europe

Northern Europe is more a summer sailing destination for most people, whereas the Canary Islands is great winter destination (Nov – March).

Europe Blogs:

Crew on a sailboat
May 20, 2022

Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

The Canary Islands
May 20, 2020

Yacht Charter in the Canary Islands

Royal Canal Boat
July 5, 2019

Canal Boating in Holland

stockholm-sailing-6
November 13, 2018

Bareboat Chartering in Sweden – Salty Seamen

Americas

The Americas include fantastic winter sailing destinations for those in the U.S. – typically November through May.

Americas Blogs:

2023 Sea of Cortez Friends and Family Flotilla
April 3, 2022

2023 Sea of Cortez Flotilla

Sea of Cortez
October 11, 2018

Sea of Cortez

Pacific

The Pacific offers a wide range of sailing options! French Polynesia is a great summer destination (May through early Sept), while Mexico and California offer extended sailing seasons.

Podcasts:

La Paz and Catalina Island – Podcast

Pacific Blogs:

Crew on a sailboat
May 20, 2022

Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

Top Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations
February 10, 2022

Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations

Niki Beach
January 23, 2017

Bareboat Yacht Charter – Tonga or Tahiti?

Leaving paradise
February 27, 2013

Yacht Charter in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Tahiti Navigation Tips
June 30, 2012

Sailing in Tahiti: Navigation Tips

May 15, 2009

Sailing in Sydney Harbour

Asia

Asian destinations such as Thailand are excellent winter sailing destinations – December through March.

Asia Blogs:

Crew on a sailboat
May 20, 2022

Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

Ko Hong
March 31, 2015

Sailing In Thailand – Day 1

March 12, 2015

Sailing Preparations Phuket Thailand – Tides

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Romantic Yacht Charter Destinations

Bahamas, Caribbean, Grenada, Martinique, Saint Martin, St. Lucia, St. Vincent, Vacations Featured, Vacations Mediterranean, Vacations Pacific
February 10, 2022
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.
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10 Best Boat Drinks

Education Favorites, Home Favorites, Vacations FAQ, Vacations Featured
August 13, 2021
Mixologist or not, you can make your sailing vacation a cut above the rest by mixing a few yummy drinks for your crew. You can even use your imagination once you start to realize what goes with what.
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Mediterranean Sailing License Example

How to gain your SLC Mediterranean Sailing License

Education Certification, Vacations Certification, Vacations Featured
May 21, 2018
You now must have a Sailing License for chartering a sailboat in the Mediterranean. No matter how much experience you have and no matter who you are, you have to have a license. Why?
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Plan Your Perfect Sailing Vacation

Croatia Sailing locations

Best Yacht Charter Locations in Croatia

Vacations Mediterranean, Vacations Planning
April 19, 2022
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.
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what is a yacht charter agent

WE ARE EXPERT YACHT CHARTER AGENTS!

Vacations FAQ, Vacations Planning
April 2, 2022
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. 
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sailing vacation

10 Quick Tips to Save Money on a Sailing Vacation

Vacations FAQ, Vacations Planning
January 5, 2019
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.
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sailing resume

What is a boating or sailing resume?

Education Certification, Vacations Certification, Vacations Planning
January 2, 2019
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.
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HowTOTakeASAilingVaction

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

Vacations FAQ, Vacations Planning
June 12, 2018
Perhaps you are a little intimidated by the process of how to charter a sailboat? Don't worry, here are all the facts.
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What to Take and What to Provision on a Bareboat Charter Vacation

Vacations FAQ, Vacations Planning
December 12, 2016
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.
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The SLC is a recreational sailing license valid for all yacht charter companies worldwide including Europe and the Seychelles. Learn more about the SLC ›

Getting a Sailing Qualification while on a Sailing Vacation

While training and earning a sailing certification while on a vacation is possible, it doesn’t make nearly as much sense as you may think if you focus on 2 key questions.
August 8, 2021/by Grant Headifen

Catamaran Qualification and Training

We get this call almost every day - "I've been sailing a monohull…
February 3, 2021/by Grant Headifen
sailing resume

What is a boating or sailing resume?

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.
January 2, 2019/by Grant Headifen

Charter Companies: How the NauticEd Sailing Certification Ranks Work

This is a brief for Yacht Charter Companies on How the NauticEd…
August 7, 2018/by Grant Headifen
Mediterranean Sailing License Example

How to gain your SLC Mediterranean Sailing License

You now must have a Sailing License for chartering a sailboat in the Mediterranean. No matter how much experience you have and no matter who you are, you have to have a license. Why?
May 21, 2018/by Grant Headifen

How Much Experience is Required to Skipper a Yacht on a Sailing Vacation

In 2007, we started NauticEd because we saw a lack of consistent…
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Sailing License for the Mediterranean

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FREE Sailor’s eLogbook

NauticEd gives all sailors a free online logbook
But some ask…
December 10, 2017/by Grant Headifen
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Crewing on a Sailing Vacation

8 people confined in 40 sq m for a week? Sounds like a disaster waiting to happen. Well, not after you read this article. Crewing and skippering tips and ground rules.
May 20, 2022/by Grant Headifen
what is a yacht charter agent

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. 
April 2, 2022/by Grant Headifen
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Energy on your Boat

We discuss energy on your boat, how to manage energy, forms of generation, how much is used per day. Generators, solar, lithium-ion batteries etc
December 11, 2021/by Grant Headifen

10 Best Boat Drinks

Mixologist or not, you can make your sailing vacation a cut above the rest by mixing a few yummy drinks for your crew. You can even use your imagination once you start to realize what goes with what.
August 13, 2021/by Grant Headifen

Top 10 Tips for Eco-Friendly Chartering

NauticEd wants everyone to respect the environment - especially…
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Buying a boat to put in yacht charter

Charter companies provide opportunities for you to sail extensively and get paid while you do it (reducing the cost of ownership). Buying a boat to put in yacht charter service can be a great way to achieve your sailing goals.
January 21, 2021/by Grant Headifen

How to be a good skipper or crew member on a sailing vacation

This article was specifically written by Grant Headifen, Director…
June 17, 2020/by Grant Headifen
BVIChartBriefing

British Virgin Islands Interactive Maps and Chart Briefing

The interactive maps are kept current and the British Virgin Islands Interactive Maps and Chart Briefing for yacht charterers gives a good round-up of information and what to expect down there when you go.
February 19, 2020/by Grant Headifen
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