Dubrovnik isn’t just a historic city or a postcard-perfect backdrop from Game of Thrones. It’s your starting point for sailing adventures you won’t find anywhere else. Here, every island has its own rhythm, each bay...

Setting sail from Lefkas isn’t just about the open water—it’s about everything along the way. From quiet island villages and fresh seafood spots to peaceful anchorages and lively festivals, every stop has something different to...

Some places are just launchpads, a place to pick up your boat and go. Agana? It’s more than that. Tucked away on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, this small marina town is your gateway to some of...

The best time to sail around the BVI is during the peak season, which runs between December-April. With its breath-taking natural beauty, crystal clear waters, steady trade winds and exquisite cuisine, it’s no surprise that...

Whether you’re unqualified or learning the ropes, a newly qualified skipper or an old hand, there’s a flotilla holiday for you. Great for families, groups, couples and solo sailors, flotillas offer an informal, hassle-free and...

Are you a bit of a sailing novice and want to explore the most beautiful areas in the Mediterranean? Do you want to set sail with the family and meet other families along the way? Or...

Sailors can use clouds to stay high, dry and ahead of the weather. Know your mare’s tail from your thunderhead? Here’s a little poem about clouds that will serve you well: “Cumulo cumulus, heaps & piles,...

Affectionately dubbed “Pearl of the Adriatic” by Lord Byron, Dubrovnik’s glistening marble- carved alleyways, ancient citadels, and crystal-clear waters are bound to beguile you. With its Riviera extending from the picturesque inlet of the River...

Half-French half-Dutch St. Martin is an island-hopping wonderland that is every bit chic as it is unique. An idyllic choice for sailors, especially those looking to step outside their “BVI comfort zone”, this Caribbean jewel...

Shirley Robertson OBE recently took her family on their first ever sailing holiday, aboard a Sunsail 444 in Greece. We spoke to Shirley after she returned from her trip. So, Shirley, you’ve just got back...