The British Olympic team coach Jim Saltonstall once described yacht racing as the most complex and challenging sport in the world. And at the higher levels, he’s probably right – to rise to the top, elite yacht racers need to combine plenty of manual agility and raw sailing skill with high levels of preparation, intelligence […]
Motorboats are an exciting class of vessel that offer you the chance to quickly get yourself out on the water and skimming the open waves. Whether you’ve sailed for many years or are new to all things nautical, our beginner’s guide to motorboating will help you get your bearings. You’ll be well prepared to take […]
Ever thought about boating in Ibiza? Most well-known for sun, sea and late-night partying, Ibiza has many faces and is far more than just another beach holiday island. In fact it’s host to a thriving population of Spaniards and expats, many of whom are avid sailors and fishermen, and the elegant Ibiza Town is a […]
We don’t like to dwell on the possibilities of a disaster at sea, and thankfully most of us will never experience one. The quality of sailing training in the UK is very high, as are the sailing standards and equipment – so major accidents are rare. However, every year there are a number of incidents […]
A yacht obviously sits towards the upper-end of boating purchases. Not everyone can afford one, and not everyone would want one – but if a yacht is for you, we’re here to help. Buying a sailing yacht requires a little more forethought than smaller boats – prices are often orders-of-magnitude higher, and vary widely according […]