Sailing tips & travel advice
Practical sailing tips for your holiday: choosing and preparing your yacht, mooring and anchoring, what to pack, and travel advice for getting there. New to sailing? Start with sailing for beginners.
EES in Greece: What British Sailors Need to Know
What the EU’s new Entry/Exit System means for British sailors arriving in Greece: what Greece has said, what to expect at passport control, and what to check before you fly.
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Getting to Our Sailing Bases by Train: Corinth, Pula and Palermo
How to reach our Corinth, Pula to Venice and Sicily flotillas by train, from the airport rail links to the whole journey by rail and ferry from London.
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ICC Licence in Greece: A Guide for Yacht Charter Skippers
Planning a yacht charter in Greece? Here is what the ICC is, why Greek charter bases ask for it, and the quickest way to get yours, with or without Day Skipper.
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Catamaran Sailing: What Changes from a Monohull
Moving from a monohull to a catamaran? Here is what changes at the helm, the manoeuvres to practise, and how our RYA catamaran training course in Kefalonia gets you ready.
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Mainsail types: battened vs in-mast furling explained
Battened or in-mast furling? Our Country Manager and former racing champion Giannis Patsamanis explains the two mainsail types you’ll find on charter yachts and which suits your crew.
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Eco Friendly Holidays: Why Sailing is a Greener Choice
Why a sailing holiday is one of the greener ways to travel: wind power, small groups, and simple habits that protect the Mediterranean’s seagrass and the Caribbean’s reefs.
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How to Choose a Yacht for Your Sailing Holiday
How to choose a yacht for your sailing holiday in five steps: who’s sailing, monohull or catamaran, cabin layout, how hands-on you want to be, and where you’re going.
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What to Pack for a Sailing Holiday in Greece: Complete Packing List
What to pack for a sailing holiday in Greece: clothing, sun protection, kit for on board, documents, and what to leave at home, with a printable-style checklist.
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Practical Yacht Charter Tips: Expert Advice for Safe Sailing
Yacht charter tips from Seafarer’s Managing Director, Chris Lorenzo: managing batteries, dinghy care, anchoring, instruments, harbour manoeuvres, and good housekeeping on board.
