When all of this is over, we’ll be desperate to escape our homes! Read on for some great advice from our author Simon Jollands – all the sailing essentials, perfect for sending on to any woul…
Read the top 8 lessons to learn about sailing across an ocean, including tips about passage planning, provisioning, beating the heat, becoming more self sufficient, planning for tropical squalls, trusting your gut, finding ways to fight boredom, and taking care of the trash onboard.
US Inland Navigation Rules, for U.S. Waterways, Great Lakes, Canada
Packing for a sailing holiday or charter is different than packing for a typical get-away. You'll have limited space onboard and need to pack clothing and other sailing essentials that are durable. Whether you’re heading for a sailing trip in the Caribbean or the Mediterranean, we have the ultimate sailing packing list to ensure you’re comfortable and have the right sailing gear for your trip. We’ll also share some packing tips for how to pack light and efficiently for your trip on a sailboat!
Learning to sail is a lifetime commitment and not just a one-course seminar. Discover my TOP 10 TIPS for beginning sailors.
The top 10 mistakes new liveaboard sailors make! Make sure you read this BEFORE moving aboard your sailboat!
BLOG ABOUT THE ART OF YACHT DESIGN AND SAILING
I visited Sicily with the Yacht Week Italy, where we sailed to 6 jaw-dropping destinations. Here are the top sailing destinations in Sicily!
Brand new on the blog is our latest cruise review of the world's largest sailing cruise ship, Windstar Cruises' Wind Surf.
All you need to know about Rhine River cruise planning, including Rhine River cruise lines, Rhine River itineraries, Rhine River cruise tips and the best time to go on a Rhine River cruise
Buying a laser dinghy can be a large commitment, so knowing what to look for is crucial. Here's a checklist of 10 things to check when inspecting a Laser boat
If you've wondered what upside down pineapples mean on a cruise, you're not alone. It seems that many people are curious about the "secret meaning" of this otherwise innocent fruit. While pineapples are a fun
When you move aboard a boat, or into any small space, storage becomes an issue. Here are 12 space saving items you need if you live in a small space.
Hoe pelikanen eten, wanneer kreeften paren en hoe je een barracuda doodt? Ga mee op zeiltocht met Ragga Sailing Adventures (voorheen Raggamuffin) in Belize.
Here are 15 Norwegian fjords cruise tips that could make or break your trip -- when to sail, what to pack, mistakes to avoid and more.
Traveling to China for the first time? Here's 15 useful China travel tips from a Chinese American. Insights to get you prepared for your trip to China!
We break down everything you need to know to prepare for a sailing with Windstar Cruises.
Dollar store cruise items and shopping haul at Dollar Tree. The cruise essentials from the dollar store are inexpensive and practical things to pack for a cruise.
Looking for the best day trips from Dubrovnik? From visiting Bosnia to sailing around the Elafati Islands, check out these tours for your next trip!
Have you ever walked into a classroom and thought, “Wow, this classroom practically runs itself, everyone is on task!” Ever wonder how that happens? The answer is a lot simpler than you think. The secret is teaching explicit routines and procedures to students. In this post we are going to talk about why this matters […]
We recently sailed onboard the MSC Magnifica and felt compelled to share some of our MSC cruise travel secrets with you. It's time for European cruising!
These cruise tips will ensure your next cruise is smooth sailing by helping you avoid the 10 sea day mistakes many cruisers still make!
How to get to Sintra and hike to Sintra's palaces on your own, including our self-guided walking tour map.
We've compiled a list of Norwegian cruise line tips that will help you make the most of your cruise experience.
Water bridges are bridge-like structures that carry navigable waterway canals over other rivers, valleys, railways or roads. Small ships and...
25 helpful cruise packing tips you need for your cruise. This cruise packing list covers it all and is full of amazing tips for new cruisers!
“Va una de curiosidades, ¿qué significan los comores de la manga? @controladores @AEMET_Esp @divulgameteo”
All of your questions about moving, answered in one place. Tips on packing, making a moving timeline, selling your home, and more!
What should you do as soon as you get on board a Disney ship. Here are the ultimate tips so that you can make the most of your first day
Find out what size boat for ocean crossing and other must know info before your cross the ocean in a sailboat.
I learned these things the hard way after going on about 12 cruises now, so you don't make the same mistakes I did!
Plan your 3 Days In Montenegro - Places to visit in Montenegro. A quick guide to Montenegro travel for first timers with useful tips.
Our Alaska Cruise tips and tricks will help make sure you have an unforgettable adventure! We had the time of our LIVES cruising Alaska and YOU WILL TOO!
Everything you need to know for a day trip from Dubrovnik to Kotor. A suggested one day itinerary plus what to expect at the border and general travel tips.
Walking the Dubrovnik Walls is one of the best ways to see the city. Take a tour along the Dubrovnik Walls in 20 amazing photos.
Are you ready to cruise? You probably have learned that unless you have booked a suite, cruise cabins are quite small but that is easily managed. This is my go-to Cruise Cabin Prep kit for preparing our cruise cabins for a fabulous week at sea. I've fine-tuned this over the years and I'm sure it will continue to evolve. I consider these items to be essential to kick off a fabulous week of vacation onboard a cruise ship.
