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For many sailors in the UK, Europe, and the US, winter brings a natural pause. Boats come out of the water, days grow shorter, and sailing plans give way to extra layers, theory sessions, and waiting for spring to return. This year especially, we’ve heard from friends...

When most people imagine a sailing holiday, they picture the gleaming white catamarans that fill glossy travel brochures - wide, flat, and perfect for sundowners at anchor. But that’s only one way to experience life at sea. For those who love the craft of sailing...

After decades at sea, we’ve sailed to some incredible places - but there’s something truly special about Panama’s Caribbean coast. That’s why we spend our winter seasons exploring the San Blas Islands (Guna Yala) and Bocas del Toro on our yacht, Sea Pearl. These...

You’ve got your ASA or RYA sailing certificate in hand. You’ve mastered the theory, logged your practice hours, and ticked off the manoeuvres. But now what? For many newly qualified sailors, the next step isn’t obvious. Chartering a bareboat can feel like a huge leap...