Ionian

Changes to Sailing the Med: How Ionian Marinas are Developing

Ionian marinas & Islands. Credit: Shutterstock With two new marinas on Lefkas alone, and several developments planned for the surrounding islands, Tom Fletcher looks at the future of...
single-handed sailing

Single-Handed Sailing: Importance of Learning to be a Solo Sailor

Single-handed sailing. Credit: Holly Astle There is a certain kind of sailor that I am always in awe of: the single-handers, Jess Lloyd-Mostyn tells us...
Sailing La Vagabonde

Sailing La Vagabonde: Digital Nomads at Sea & New Boating App

Credit: Sailing La Vagabonde Dreaming of dropping everything to sail the world? Sailing La Vagabonde Riley Whitelum & Elayna Carausu have done just that, becoming parents, digital yacht...
sailor

How to Avoid Cabin Fever: Tom Cunliffe’s Column

Keeping your cool, and recognising the signs of the onset of cabin fever before it festers is a skill worth learning if you want to avoid unpleasantness among the crew.
Sailing Boat at night

Steering by the Stars: A Guide to Celestial Navigation

celestial navigation - Sailing boat silhouette with full Moon. In the first instalment of our four-part series with author William Thomson, we learn how to navigate by the...
Med Mooring

Med Mooring Masterclass: How to Moor with Perfect Technique

Med mooring. Credit: iStock The hybrid technique of anchoring, rafting and docking all at the same time, while staying cool and calm, is possible... So, here's a guide...
navigation

How to Passage Plan: Clive Loughlin’s Cruising Tips

Passage Planning. Credit: iStock While things rarely go to plan at sea, passage planning and spending time on the theory are among Clive Loughlin's top cruising tips.
Anse de st Hernot. Credit: Mathilde on Eclipse

Anchorages In Brittany: Guide to Finding Peaceful Anchoring Spots

Here's a tried and tested guide to the best anchorages in Brittany, France. We've done the research for you, so that you can get back to sailing! We...
Calm

A Guide to Seasickness: How to Avoid/Combat Feeling Rough

Seasickness. Credit: Cottonbro We don’t talk about it much, but seasickness is a real menace. Michelle Segrest looks at ways to combat it. A...
Greece sustainability

Sustainable Sailing: How to Eco-Cruise in Greece

Credit: Greek National Tourism Organisation Sustainability and environmental responsibility at sea might slip when cruising along dreamy mediterranean coasts, but here’s a welcome guide to remind...