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Destinations

Fethiye: Turkey's Premier Sailing Destination

From its island-studded gulf to the ghost village of Kayaköy and the steep-walled gorge of Butterfly Valley, Fethiye is the charter base that gives you the best of the Turkish Turquoise Coast within a week's sail.

Marco Ferretti·Apr 6, 2026

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Göcek: The Best Anchorages in the Mediterranean

Six marinas, twelve islands, and a fjord-like inlet that holds the finest concentration of protected anchorages in the Mediterranean — Göcek earns every superlative.

Marco Ferretti·Apr 6, 2026
Charter Guides

Catamaran vs. Monohull: How to Choose Your Charter Yacht

Stability, space, cost, and sailing performance — a frank comparison of the two main charter yacht types, with specific recommendations based on group size, experience level, and destination.

Sarah Chen·Apr 4, 2026
Destinations

Corsica and Sardinia: The Tyrrhenian Sea's Classic Circuit

Eleven kilometres of the Strait of Bonifacio separating two of the Mediterranean's most scenic coastlines. A complete guide to the sailing circuit between France's wildest island and Italy's most famous stretch of coast.

Marco Ferretti·Apr 3, 2026
Destinations

Antigua and Barbuda: English Harbour and the Eastern Caribbean Classics

Home to Nelson's Dockyard, the Caribbean's most storied sailing marina, and Barbuda's uninhabited frigate bird sanctuary just 28 miles north. The eastern Caribbean's best-organized charter destination outside the BVI.

Tom Harrington·Apr 2, 2026
Destinations

Martinique and Guadeloupe: Sailing the French Caribbean

Two volcanic islands, 35 miles apart, with excellent marinas, French provisioning, and satellite islands that rank among the best anchorages in the eastern Caribbean.

Elena Vasquez·Apr 1, 2026
Charter Guides

Caribbean Charter Costs: What a Week Actually Sets You Back

Headline charter fees tell half the story. APA, customs permits, marina fees, and provisioning add up fast. A real breakdown of what a Caribbean charter week costs across the BVI, Grenadines, and Venezuela.

Sarah Chen·Mar 26, 2026
Destinations

Venezuela’s Three Forgotten Islands: Blanquilla, Orchila, and Tortuga

Most sailors know Los Roques. Few reach the three Venezuelan islands further east — La Blanquilla, La Orchila, and La Tortuga — where the solitude is absolute and the reefs are untouched.

Marco Ferretti·Mar 24, 2026
Destinations

Sailing the Grenadines: St. Vincent to Grenada

Thirty-two islands across 100 kilometers of Caribbean water. A complete route guide from Bequia’s Admiralty Bay to the Tobago Cays turtles to Grenada’s spice harbor.

Elena Vasquez·Mar 22, 2026
Destinations

Greek Island Hopping by Yacht: Cyclades Sailing Route

A week-long sailing route through the Cyclades — Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, and Santorini with anchorages, tavernas, and wind tips from 15 years of Greek sailing.

Marco Ferretti·Mar 20, 2026
Destinations

Sailing the British Virgin Islands: The Caribbean Charter Benchmark

Over 60 anchorages within a day’s sail, consistent trade winds, and island spacing designed for charterers. A complete guide to the world’s most popular bareboat charter destination.

Tom Harrington·Mar 20, 2026
Destinations

Sailing Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast: Split to Dubrovnik

Navigate 150nm of the Adriatic’s finest coastline — Hvar’s lavender fields, Vis’s hidden coves, Korčula’s medieval walls, and the approach to Dubrovnik.

Marco Ferretti·Mar 18, 2026
Destinations

Sailing the Turkish Riviera: A Complete Guide

From Fethiye to Bodrum, explore the stunning turquoise coast aboard a traditional gulet or modern catamaran.

Marco Ferretti·Mar 12, 2026
Charter Guides

How to Plan Your First Yacht Charter

Everything you need to know before booking your first sailing adventure, from choosing the right boat to planning your route.

Tom Harrington·Mar 10, 2026
Destinations

The Hidden Islands of Los Roques

Venezuela's Los Roques archipelago: 300+ islands, water clear enough to read your anchor label at depth, and coral reefs that see almost no divers.

Elena Vasquez·Mar 5, 2026
Sailing Tips

Essential Knots Every Sailor Should Know

Master these ten fundamental knots and you'll handle any line situation from docking to anchoring with confidence.

Sarah Chen·Mar 3, 2026
Charter Guides

Choosing Your First Charter Yacht

Catamaran or monohull? Bareboat or crewed? Our comprehensive guide helps first-timers pick the perfect vessel.

Sarah Chen·Feb 26, 2026

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