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  • Charter Sailing in Greece: It’s not just about the Islands

    Charter Sailing in Greece: It’s not just about the Islands

    Charter sailing tourism started in Greece. It’s still the place where first-time charterers want to go sailing, the place seasoned sailors return to year after year. And there’s plenty of Greece to go around

  • How long should our sailing holiday be for? Seven days, or longer?

    How long should our sailing holiday be for? Seven days, or longer?

    As a lifelong sailing holiday enthusiast, Robert Cross understands the finer points of making sure all aboard enjoy a successful cruise. Read Robert’s views on what’s involved in deciding the most suitable charter duration for you

  • Bareboating in the Mediterranean: do you have an International Sailing Certificate?

    Bareboating in the Mediterranean: do you have an International Sailing Certificate?

    A Mediterranean sailing charter is the ultimate yachting adventure for weekend sailors. An experience that’s very accessible, but keep in mind that in Europe there’s also a formal requirement for chartering bareboat.

  • After bareboat chartering in the Gulf of Naples, a client reports back

    After bareboat chartering in the Gulf of Naples, a client reports back

    At Sail Connections we are always pleased to get client debriefs. We are especially delighted to receive positive reports, and here's one we must share. If considering the Gulf Of Naples/Amalfi Coast as a charter destination, this report is well worth a read. 

  • Welcome Back to the World of Charter Sailing

    Welcome Back to the World of Charter Sailing

    Covid-19 vaccinations are rolling out, and countries dependent on the tourist dollar are now well-equipped to manage their borders. So while the pandemic is impacting communities still, there's no question that your next sailboat vacation is getting closer every day.

  • Personal Care on Charter Part II: Evading Insects & Sunburn

    Personal Care on Charter Part II: Evading Insects & Sunburn

    Some more advice on protecting your body during your sailing holiday charter. using products that are good for the natural environment too.

  • Personal Care on Charter Part I

    Personal Care on Charter Part I

    Some advice on protecting your body from environmental factors while on your sailing holiday charter. Recommendations that are good for the oceans and the planet too.

  • Benefits of Bareboat Sailing in Flotilla

    Benefits of Bareboat Sailing in Flotilla

    Ever considered a sailing holiday in flotilla? Meeting people through the common bond of sailing is a rewarding experience. It expands horizons and circles while leaving some of the best holiday memories to take home. And strength in numbers can bring peace of mind when sailing unfamiliar waters.

  • Bareboat Luxury at an Affordable Price: Crunching the Numbers

    Bareboat Luxury at an Affordable Price: Crunching the Numbers

    In 2019 the Bali 5.4 catamaran entered charter fleets with the bareboat option added. Until now such a large boat was only available with paid skipper and crew. This is a significant development in yacht chartering: it continues a recent trend towards larger boats progressively coming into charter on a self-skipper basis.

  • Whale Watching on Charter in New Caledonia

    Whale Watching on Charter in New Caledonia

    Winter is the season for spotting humpback whales in New Caledonia’s southern lagoon. The calves are starting to learn the ways of the ocean while still safely under mother’s watchful eye. The lagoon offers the perfect location for observation, whale watching a highlight of any New Caledonia boat charter

  • Going Charter Sailing? Why you should use a Broker

    Going Charter Sailing? Why you should use a Broker

    Bareboat and crewed boat sailing holidays are growing in popularity the world over. Every year new destinations open up and more of the latest designs in catamarans, monohull yachts, powered and motorsailer craft come into service for charter. With this growth come more ways to arrange your charter sailing holiday.

  • Charter a Gulet: Luxury Cruising in Classical Style

    Charter a Gulet: Luxury Cruising in Classical Style

    For your next sailing holiday, particularly in the eastern Mediterranean but in some other surprising places as well, consider chartering a gulet. Today's gulet is now a modern charter boat built for a unique vacation experience enjoyed in complete passenger comfort and luxury living aboard.

  • Getting the Best from your Charter Sailing Holiday

    Getting the Best from your Charter Sailing Holiday

    Your sailing holiday is a big adventure for evryone concerned, and making an investment in time before setting sail will reap rewards on the water. Like any venture, good preparation is key to success in chartering a boat.

  • Charter Boat Technology: Things you Need to Know

    Charter Boat Technology: Things you Need to Know

    Charter boats today have all the electrical conveniences of modern living. On board however you are a long way from the grid. Before setting sail, it’s important to understand the limitations of the electrical power source and the tools it drives.

  • Bareboat Charter on a Larger Catamaran

    Bareboat Charter on a Larger Catamaran

    There's a charter boat trend towards larger catamarans. Enjoy a bareboat sailing holiday on a big cat such as the Saba 50 or Lagoon 52, their six double cabins providing enough room for two families or a group of friends

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The Essential Guide to Sailing Holiday Charters

The Sail Connections Essential Guide to Bareboat and Crewed Sailing Holiday Charters is packed full of useful tips for getting the most out of your next boat charter. And it is FREE to download.

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