Like it is the case with every destination, there are two opinions about sailing in Croatia. One group loves the place and wants to come again, while the other does never want to return again. To avoid becoming a part of the second group, read the first in the series of two posts.
I would recommend that only skipper is on board when doing check-in with a mariner. They have to move up and down the deck and check all systems inside the boat which is much easier when there are no luggage, impatient family members, kids, pets and packages of food and drinks on their way.
Doldrums is the area located 5°north and south of the equator, also known as the Intertropical Convergence Zone because that is where the Trade Winds converge in the this region, producing convectional storms. It is a sailing area of low pressACure caused by the heat at the equator which results in stillness.
Avoid uncomfortable situations when looking for a berth for your boat and make a reservation online.
One of the most frequent and most rarely answered questions about sailing is: “How much does it cost?” The reason why it is impossible to give a simple answer is the fact that there are numerous factors that should be taken into consideration. They include location, time of the year, the number of persons aboard and the type of the yacht. Likewise, there are additional cost that should be considered. This interesting post will give you a thorough insight into the costs of sailing.
A question arises whether it is correct to use both the words “genoa” and “genova” when talking about a particular type of sail. The answer is – it is, the two terms are used interchangeably. Whether this term comes from the name of the city in Italy remains a mystery. Read today’s post and learn the difference between the genoa and the jib.
Using a toilet on a yacht is not the same as using a home toilet. Find out how to use manual, electric and vacuum onboard toilets, and make your vacation more comfortable and enjoyable.
A happy family was returning from their sailing holiday in the Adriatic, when they were stopped by the police in Dubrovnik Airport because they did not pay one additional night in a marina. Despite the efforts of the base manager to persuade them to pay, they remained stubborn, so the base had no other option but to call the police. The point is: read your charter contracts carefully and listen to your charter agents!
The SLC is now a valid sailing license for bareboat chartering in European waters thanks to NauticEd.
