Having a ‘ready’ made crew with children on board is a perfect scenario but, as Jess highlights, it can slow up the preparation process somewhat. A lot of parents talk about teamwork with their kids. “Teamwork makes the dream work” and other stock phrases are meant to make certain tasks easier such as tidying their […]
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Charter skipper Tom Fletcher plans his dream trip around his home cruising ground of the Ionian. As a charter skipper it’s rare that I have the freedom to plan an itinerary, but when I do, I’m drawn to the smaller islands of the Ionian Sea. My charters often take me to picturesque Ithaca, Meganisi, Kastos, […]
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Want to be more eco-conscious while using ropes? It is only natural that sailors and the boating community are continually looking for new ways to be more environmentally responsible on and off the water. Going beyond the obvious methods of keeping our beaches clean, fishing plastic from the ocean and recycling our waste, we’re looking towards […]
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Jenevora Swann takes a look at the trials and tribulations of searching for a second-hand cruising multihull. Those who have sold a boat will know the sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach as you say goodbye to her for the last time. It’s a bittersweet moment as you wave someone else off the […]
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Multihulls have redefined blue water cruising. Kate Ashe Leonard is living that dream and narrates a trip through the Leeward Islands of French Polynesia. An easterly is due in the next few days, announces a cruiser as we stand around a blazing beach bonfire. The sand under my feet is soft, and still warm from […]
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Each month Yachting Monthly's resident expert, James Stevens answers a reader's question. This month should you avoid a mystery green light
Mike and two crew are sailing north up the east coast of England towards Sunderland. They are on board Amelia, …Continue reading »
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The demise of paper charts seems to have been greatly exaggerated after nautical cartographers Imray announced a new deal with Austrian company Freytag and Berndt securing the future of their paper charts and pilot guides. For more than two centuries, Imray has been a trusted name among mariners and sailing enthusiasts, its charts being an invaluable part of […]
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Summer has arrived… and so have these boats to the market. Three lovely yachts for sale – what do you think? Sweden Yacht 45 – Luna of Plymouth Luna of Plymouth is a beautiful example of the Sweden Yachts 45, a yacht that combines exceptional build quality with superb sailing performance. Easily and comfortably sailed […]
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Ben Ainslie’s 1851 Trust, through its sport-inspired STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) educational programme, is engaging a new generation of innovators, writes Sue Pelling. Sir Ben Ainslie’s 1851 Trust has never been more relevant not only as a transformative force in youth sailing education but also in helping stem the effects of climate change. […]
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Each month Yachting Monthly's resident expert, James Stevens answers a reader's question. This month he gets to the bottom of a Swellies quandary
Nick and Judy own a 9m bilge keel yacht with a draught of 1.2m. They are on a voyage up …Continue reading »
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Steffan Meyric-Hughes and Dan Houston review the latest bunkside reads, classic books and more. The Scottish Islanders By Ewan Kennedy A century ago, Glasgow was the centre of the shipbuilding world, and the banks of its River Clyde echoed to the monumental clang of 100,000 men working in the famous yards, building the most famous vessels […]
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MDL’s Ocean Village Marina offers secure, high-end mooring and facilities in the heart of Southampton writes Sue Pelling – An easily accessible marina with 326 berths for vessels up to 80m LOA. If you are looking for glitz and glamour, Ocean Village Marina, based in the heart of Southampton’s waterfront, is the place for you. This […]
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