Weapons on a Yacht: What to Check Before Entering
We discuss the legality of carrying weapons on a yacht, declaring possessions when crossing borders, the risk of inspection, and planning a safe route.
The best yachting destinations
Water areas
Yachting in Russia
Yachting in Russia: sailing trips on seas, lakes, and rivers, a variety of routes, training, seafaring practice, and yacht recreation.
Yachting in Turkey
Yachting in Turkey: sailing cruises along the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts, quiet bays, ancient cities and yacht trips.
Yachting in Thailand
Yachting in Thailand: cruises among tropical islands, picturesque bays of the Andaman Sea, warm water, seafaring experience, and yachting holidays.
Yachting in Spain
Yachting in Spain: cruises in the Balearic and Canary Islands, coastal routes, seafaring and sailing trips.
Yachting in France
Yachting in France: sailing cruises along the Côte d'Azur, Corsica, and the Atlantic, scenic routes, seafaring experiences, and yachting holidays.
Yachting in Portugal
Yachting in Portugal: sailing trips across the Atlantic, routes along the coast and islands, ocean practice and yacht holidays.
Yachting in Madagascar
Yachting in Madagascar: tropical islands, coral reefs, secluded bays, ocean routes and unusual yacht trips.
Yachting in Greece
Yachting in Greece: sailing cruises along the islands of the Aegean and Ionian Seas, scenic routes, seafaring practices, and yachting holidays.
Articles about yachting
Logbook
How a boat goes into the wind: angle and twist
How to understand a boat's performance downwind: lift, heading angle, true and apparent wind, and mainsail twist adjustment.
Valencia Yacht Port in Valencia: Marina at the Airport
Valencia Yacht Port review: boat-specific berthing rates, pontoons, infrastructure, airport transfers, and storage options.
How to choose a material for a yacht hull
We compare yacht hull materials for charter, expedition, and custom builds: maintenance, age, repair, and pre-purchase inspection.
How much does a round-the-world yacht trip cost: a 4-year budget
We're breaking down the budget for a round-the-world yacht trip: boat price, preparation, maintenance, crew life, registration, marinas, and reserves.
Working with a Nautical Chart: Coordinates, Bearings, and Depths
Practical instructions for working with a nautical chart: checking the edition, reading depths and symbols, plotting coordinates, bearings and distances.
How much does it cost to live on a yacht: budget calculation
We break down monthly yacht expenses: food, maintenance, marina, transportation, medical care, and a reserve for major breakdowns.
What Not to Take on a Sailboat: 10 Inappropriate Items
What not to take on a sailboat: from glass and cardboard to portable heaters and exposed battery wires.
Sailing Yacht Maintenance: Annual Costs
What does the maintenance of a sailing yacht consist of: mooring, service, insurance, seasonal work, equipment replacements, and a reserve for repairs.
How sailing yachts survive ocean storms
We'll explore how a yacht resists heeling, maintains buoyancy after capsizing, and what systems support the crew in stormy weather.
Adjusting the sail by angle of attack and sorcerers
How sail angle adjustment affects lift, flow separation, and stall, while teltailers help visualize the working flow.
Charter Yacht Acceptance: Pre-Departure Checks
A step-by-step guide to charter yacht acceptance: how to check systems, document damage, and discuss concerns with the charter company.