Sailing Blog

You’ve seen the stunning vista shots, maybe you’ve even heard some salty stories. But the real question lies: Does sailing in Croatia suit everyone? The simple answer: Without a doubt.  Croatia’s dazzling Dalmatian Coast entices visitors with...

From how to lower the mainsail to how to anchor, Ian Walker gives his best tips and tricks for sailing from Lefkas in the final part of his blog series. Did you miss Part One and Part Two?...

Whether it is the sword fighting ceremonies in Korčula, the salt lakes on Mljet or the rich history of Ston, Sunsail Dubrovnik Base Manager, Keith Harvey, has seen and done it all. Here, he shines a...

Paralympic sailing icon and Sunsail ambassador, Helena Lucas MBE recently retired from competitive sailing and celebrated by enjoying her first-ever catamaran sailing vacation. She tells us how she got on. Catamaran vs. Monohull We were...

St Martin vs St Maarten ✔ Caribbean sun ✔ Stunning beaches ✔ Boutique shopping ✔ Mouth-watering cuisine ✔ Two countries on one island No matter how you slice it, “The Friendly Island” of half-French, half-Dutch St. Martin has it all! This one-of-a-kind...

Sunsail is excited to announce an even easier way for charter guests to book a professional captain when planning a sailing holiday. The Skippered Charter Package is now available for charters departing from May 2024...

Every sailor has heard of the British Virgin Islands, home of natural beauty, year-round trade winds, and world-famous beach bars. With easy island hops, line-of-sight navigation, and sheltered anchorages, the BVI are perfect whether you’re a new...

Learn nine little-known facts about one of Sunsail’s favourite sun-kissed regions— the Caribbean. For intrepid sailors seeking the most out of their holiday, we recommend exploring our exciting flotilla routes, which include a lead skipper, technician, and friendly...

For those who don’t already know, Belize is more than just a highly sought-after travel destination. It is also the holy grail for ancient Maya culture and thus the host site of many historically significant...

I recently travelled to St. Martin for a sailing trip – my third visit to these islands ever and my first since the 2017 hurricanes. Overall impression? It’s as good as ever for a sailing holiday. If you’re...