Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) – What you should know
The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is an important factor to consider when you are chartering a yacht. Yet, the abbreviation can be confusing when...
Yacht Charter Provisioning Calculator: Plan Your Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA)
Use our APA calculator to estimate the amount of APA to expect for you next yacht charter.
Yacht Vs Boat: What is the Difference?
Definitions of words such as “yacht”, “boat”, or even “ship” are not always clear. Most of us make our own (unspoken) rules up, while...
Monohull vs Catamaran: how to choose?
The monohull vs catamaran debate isn't anything new in the sailing world.
Although it may seem trivial to many of you, choosing between a monohull...
What is a Bareboat Charter?
What is a bareboat charter and how does it operate are two common questions people have when wanting to reserve a sailing vacation. A...
Living on a yacht full time: Our advice
Choosing to live on a yacht full-time is not everyone's cup of tea.
It's easy to romanticize the concept of living aboard a yacht...
What Qualification do I need to Sail around the World ?
As you know, your yacht rental and the experience around should not be taken lightly. Before you embark on your sailing adventure, ask us...
How to Sail Upwind (Against the Wind)?
Sailing upwind is perhaps one of the most misunderstood aspect of sailing for most beginners.
The wind, this invisible force, personified and divinized in mythology...
The Guide of Do’s and Dont’s Aboard a Yacht
Cruising out at sea can be one of the most soothing and peaceful activities in the world, but aboard a yacht, there are certain...
Bareboat charters – Frequently asked questions
All you need to know about bareboat yacht charters.
What is a "bareboat" rental?
A bareboat charter concerns the rental of boats between 10 and 16...
Trimaran – The Ultimate Guide
Trimarans have been around for a while, yet racing aside they are not as popular as some other types of boats, especially in the...