Bareboat or not, sailing with kids is not easy. They might not enjoy the long cruising hours as much as we do. When they get bored and danger bells start ringing, computer games are only one of the many solutions to keep them busy, entertained and safe.
A charter is not the most dangerous of holidays. But there might be a few small inconveniences you must be aware of: Bees!
Charter holidays can make you redefine the word “necessary”. You might find yourself in deep regret for the pair of binoculars you left at home instead of your favorite pair of shoes. When you pack, first think of the sun and the sea. Then remember that you’ll have a lot of time on your hands and pack for entertainment.
No need to beat around the bush: Seasickness is pretty bad. Whether it hits you or someone else onboard, it has the strength to ruin the week. When it comes knocking on the door, you should know what it is and how to fight it. Better yet, prevent it before it begins.
If a cozy sailing holiday is what you’ve been longing for, you might include a catamaran in your plans. With their ease of handling and comfort, catamarans represent the Mediterranean style onboard. Catamarans have countless advantages. And, what about their disadvantages? Well, those are of their owner’s concern, so if you’re renting a catamaran, you’re only there to enjoy it!
When you talk about boats, many people still imagine a man on the helm, and a beautiful woman next to him, gazing in the distance. But, actually there are so many women buying their own boats, renting yachts ‘girl-to-girl’ to cruise the seas by themselves… Don’t you also think it’s high time to take over the helm? Here are some of the inspiring sailor women of the past and present…
A sailor is a sailor everywhere and at all times. Even if she has to live on land, the sea is always on her mind. We know it from ourselves that the best remedy for a sailor away from the sea is to read about the sea, watch sea movies and dream about sailing…
Events of 2020 made us all look for alternative holiday plans. We all want to stay out of crowded hotels and beaches but we still need to enjoy summer, sea and light headed days. Chartering a boat became a great option to spend time on the sea, enjoy summer breeze and visit magnificient places while staying away from other people. So you want to rent a boat, but you have no such experience and you don’t know how and where to start from. We are here to help you, read our guide, if you still have questions, contact our customer service.
“Will I be able to sleep on the boat at nights?” is a very common question for first time sailors. Especially, for the ones who don’t feel comfortable anywhere other than their own beds, getting seasick on a boat or have trouble sleeping. On the other hand, don’t forget that there are many people who can’t sleep well on their home but they can be sound asleep on a boat and start the day vigorously. Yes, it is normal to feel uneasy about sleeping on a boat but be open minded; you might get the best sleep of your life on the boat.
We’ve all been through a very tough year. Uncertainty and anxiety are the best two words to describe last year. Losses, quarantine, social distancing used up us. The only good outcome of this suffering is that it helped us to understand what really matters the most. To cherish our beloved ones, to not live for working but to work for living, to invest in good memories rather than things we’ll never use, just to name a few. Another outcome of 2021 is we’re now aware that our soul can be healed and renewed with nature focused holidays, not with mass tourism.
If your research has led you to this article, it means you love to be on a boat. In fact, you probably have already began dreaming about owning a boat. Surely this is a big and costly decision, so it is better to think thoroughly about it. You may consult to your friends but be prepared to get confused because everyone will suggest something different. Some may say “the best boat is a rental boat” while others may argue “for the love of a boat, not haggle about the price, just buy the boat”. Depending on the perspective, both suggestions seem reasonable, don’t you think? What matters on deciding are your conditions and your life. For the right decision, let’s think about all the pros and cons.
Ready to set sail for a safe and fun holiday with kids? Parents often worry that children will feel restricted in the limited area onboard, be unhappy, and ruin everyone’s holiday. The truth is, however, children love being on the boat! No matter what their age is, what an adult sees as the ‘little space’ onboard is actually a playground for kids, with a vast garden which is the sea. Children naturally fit into an active holiday on the boat, you only need to take the safety precautions and be prepared for the kids’ needs.