The Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), an illustrious event that has been making waves in the maritime world for decades, is a cornerstone of the boating industry calendar. This prestigious …
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Are you a sailing enthusiast with dreams of exploring the open seas, building sea miles, and gaining invaluable experience? Joining a yacht delivery crew might just be the perfect opportunity …
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Introduction:Ah, the open water, the wind in your hair, and the thrill of controlling your own vessel. Taking the helm of your motor boat is a fantastic way to enjoy …
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Picture this: the wind in your hair, the gentle sway of the boat, and the vast expanse of sparkling blue waters stretching out before you. Yachting offers a world of …
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Chartering a yacht can be a thrilling and unforgettable experience that allows you to explore some of the world’s most stunning waters and coastlines. However, navigating the different options and …
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What is it? What does it do? How do I get one? And is it the same as an RYA Day Skipper certificate? What Is an ICC and What Does …
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So, you have bought a boat, and now you want to take it out and learn to sail? You have to make sure that you are properly equipped before going …
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I Have My RYA Day Skipper Ticket and There Are Some Great Boats for Sale Near Me but Am I Better off Buying a Yacht, or Chartering One? As soon …
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In the UK, anyone can go out, buy a yacht, and have access to the high seas. You don’t legally need an RYA Day Skipper licence or even any training. …
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We recently came across this amusing anecdote on the RYA website. It’s a perfect story of how one can get excited and carried away with buying a new boat and …
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Do you love sailing so much that you want to make a career out of it? Or perhaps, you’ve taken early retirement and fancy doing a few trips each year, …
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At the time of writing this (Nov 2021) more than 25,700 migrants have attempted to cross the English Channel to the UK, in small boats, this year. Last week at …
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Circumstances change and we have to adapt, sometimes that leaves us thinking ‘it’s time to sell my boat’. Maybe you just got your RYA Yachtmaster ticket and want to upgrade! …
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Sea sickness is miserable and a sure way to ruin an adventure at sea. But you don’t have to suffer, if you are well prepared you can significantly reduce your …
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So, it’s your first time going yachting and you want to learn to sail. Whether you are stepping foot on a motor-cruiser or sailing vessel, the basics of boat etiquette are largely the same. We’ve compiled a short guide on how to prepare for your first sailing trip!

Are you a sailing enthusiast with dreams of exploring the open seas, building sea miles, and gaining invaluable experience? Joining a yacht delivery crew might just be the perfect opportunity …
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Yacht Brokerage

Boatshed is one of the world’s largest yacht brokerage groups that prides itself on giving potential buyers the most complete and accurate picture of the boat that they want to buy.

Insurance

Topsail are specialists in marine insurance, dedicated to providing quality policies that meet a wide range of sailing, boating and travel insurance needs.

Yacht Delivery

Halcyon Yachts is one of the UK’s leading yacht delivery companies. Whether you have a sailing yacht or motorboat, a superyacht or a family cruiser, you can always trust Halcyon Yachts to deliver with care and professionalism.

Yacht Management System

Aquator Marine has created an app to coordinate all aspects of yacht management into a central, cloud-based, collaborative system.

Weather Forecasts

PredictWind provides the top ranked forecast models globally. These leading models are only available through PredictWind, giving unparalleled weather data.

Marine Mammal ID Guide

HWDT has put together an excellent species guide on the whales and dolphins you can expect to see off the British coast.

Yacht Charter Made Simple

Boataround.com evaluates over 10,000,000 deals on charter boats daily… so you don’t have to.