Whether you’re dreaming of the turquoise waters of the Ionian or the or Island hopping in the BVI’s, a sailing charter holiday is the ultimate way to reclaim your sense of adventure and experience the thrill of sailing. But for a first-timer, the transition from “landlubber” to “charter skipper” often comes with a lot of questions. In this post I share my top tips and answer the most common questions that I get asked by RYA Day Skipper and ICC students who are planning or looking ahead to their first sailing holiday charter.
Snorkelling from our charter yacht in the BVI with Hodge following carefully on the tender
Here is everything you need to know to plan, pack, and set sail on your first charter holiday. First I explain the key differences and options for your charter, if you already know which option you want to go for just scroll down for my Q & A’s – to help get you ready for your charter holiday.
2020 saw travel plans lay in tatters, with most of us being forced or choosing to stay at home for the majority of the year, while COVID-19 brought a wave of tragedy and mayhem across the globe. As sailors, Hodge and I were luckier than most – jumping on the boat when the government guidance allowed, and so at times we were able to enjoy the freedom and fresh air that sailing brings, escaping the chaos of the pandemic, whilst also staying safe and away from other people. Is there a better way to socially distance, than at sea?
In August, with the kids in their 5th month of home schooling, we decided to make a break for France. The weather was set to be perfect, a summer heat wave, and fair winds. In this blog post you can lose yourself in my diary from that week… Onboard the Artful Dodger as Hodge and I, along with my 3 children took to the seas for a 9 day adventure.
Sailing along the UK coast before heading across the Channel
My little family and I have just spent a fabulous week aboard the Cornish Cruising Yacht, Wheel-Go. A 48ft Bavaria, Wheel-Go is an absolute beast. Sleeping up to 10 comfortably, she is roomy and has lots of luxuries.
Wheel Go – our 48ft Bavaria hired from Cornish Cruising
