If you are looking to expand your charter holiday destination repertoire, why not consider North America for your next sailing adventure, writes Sue Pelling?

Sam Jefferson checks out the latest launches in warm sailing gear.

Electric propulsion is coming on in leaps and bounds. Sam Fortescue looks at the latest developments in electric motors for yachts

Every month Yachting Monthly's resident skills expert, Rachael Sprot answers a reader's question. This month, what lifejackets should you have for offshore cruising

Father and daughter Richard and Lisa have recently bought a Sigma 33 to be kept on the east coast for …Continue reading »

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Take a look at the latest arrivals to the yacht market - used boats in brilliant condition looking for new homes.

We hear from some of the British cruisers who, having crossed the Atlantic with ARC+, have some stories to tell of the challenges they faced.

Sam Jefferson takes a big cat from South Africa out for a spin and discovers a beast that has been thoroughly tamed.

Learning the hard way is sometimes the best way says Paul as he recalls his early sailing experiences!

The seemingly endless British summer helped ease the transition into autumn, but with winter’s harsh grip soon to arrive, now is the perfect time to plan your great escape – why not sign up for a Caribbean charter holiday, says Sue Pelling?

Discover the Med by flotilla, where expert lead crews, award-winning yachts and curated routes turn every harbour into something to look forward to. Don’t miss Sunsail’s Free Day Offer.

Society and sailing have both changed dramatically in 60 years. We explore how new tech and yacht design influence our approach to cruising

Bob Dylan’s ageless song was released at about the same time as I started sailing yachts. Its aim was to …Continue reading »

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Every month Yachting Monthly's resident skills expert, Rachael Sprot answers a reader's question. This month how would you try to avoid this tidal marina collision?

Roscoff Marina is one of the few all-tide ports in North Brittany. However, whilst it doesn’t have any depth restrictions, …Continue reading »

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Noted high latitude explorer Bob Shepton dabbles his toes in the mediterranean and sails from Greece to Malta via Sicily as part of an environmental initiative

The 2026 RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show is on the horizon... Here’s what’s new!

Extend the life of sails with these sail care basics, and chose the best sail types and materials for your cruising style.

High-tech laminate sails may sound appealing, but conventional woven sails remain a better all-round option for cruising – as long …Continue reading »

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With the completion of the Rolex Fastnet Race the 2025 Admiral’s Cup racing has come to a close... Here are the results!

Jess says that returning to the UK on holidays highlights the contrasting ways in which her children have been raised compared with their land-dwelling counterparts.

Air conditioning can both contribute to climate change while also becoming more necessary as climate change makes for hotter summers. Tom Fletcher looks at greener options for charter yachts.

Emirates GBR made history by winning this year’s SailGP Championship. Georgie Corlett-Pitt gets the inside scoop from Dylan Fletcher…

Nautor Swan is not just a boatbuilder, it’s an institution that speaks of quality and luxury. Its new 51 therefore has a lot to live up to. Sam Jefferson takes it for a spin.