Life on board
Ready to set sail for the sea? Here you can read many interesting tips for life on board, so that you can enjoy better your sailing holiday.
Carefree sailing: A guide to difficult anchorages
Difficult anchorages. During a sailing cruise, knowing how to identify a good anchorage when dropping anchor for a stop means you’re already halfway there. Usually, the best sheltered spots along a particular stretch of coast are listed in nautical guides…
Apparent wind: How to make the most of it on a sailing cruise
Novice sailors setting out on a cruise quickly learn to appreciate the differences of apparent wind depending on the point of sail. We’ve all experienced sailing close-hauled in 25 knots of wind, fully dressed in foul weather gear with spray…
How to build a dream crew for your sailing cruise
Preparing for a sailing cruise is an adventure that goes far beyond mere seamanship. It requires careful planning, strong crew cohesion, and a sincere sharing of goals. A happy crew on board? Imagine the endless horizon, the wind in the…
Sailing without an engine: How to get home in case of a breakdown
When the engine fails, do we necessarily need to use the radio to call for help? Depending on the circumstances, we might be able to manage on our own. Some issues with marine diesel engines can be easily resolved at…
Anchoring: What to do if your boat drifts away in a bay
A slipping anchor is every cruiser’s nightmare. Discover the dangers of leaving your boat unattended at anchor, the economic and environmental consequences, and how proper anchoring can save you from disaster. Every summer, a worrying number of boats end up…
How to manage anxiety, fear, and panic while on a boat
Sailing brings many personal rewards. It allows you to learn to manage both the boat and the crew independently, explore unknown places, and to find yourself and discover your limits. Often, it also helps to overcome your fears. However, there…
Easy cruising: How to enter an unknown harbor
Entering an unknown harbor. Exploring places you have never been to before is one of the greatest attractions of a sailing cruise. However, entering unfamiliar ports and marinas can be challenging and stressful, with many opportunities for mistakes. It will…
Katabatic winds: Understanding the risks for sailors on a cruising yacht
Katabatic winds are a meteorological phenomenon that is often little known, yet can pose a danger to sailors on a cruise. These descending winds generally form when a mass of air cools, becomes denser than the surrounding air, and accelerates…
The Bora: a cold and powerful wind blowing over the Adriatic
The Bora is a strong, cold wind coming from the north to northeast that regularly sweeps across the Adriatic, especially along the Croatian coast. It has long inspired both respect and fear—even among the most experienced sailors. When it blows…
Sailing a catamaran on a cruise: doubts, truths, and myths
Lately, an increasing number of people are interested in renting a catamaran for their sailing trips. However, many prefer to sail it themselves without the assistance of a professional skipper. The natural question arises: will they be able to handle…
