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…

Sunsail is a proud Official Supplier of the 11th Hour Racing Team. The 2023 round-the-world marathon of the Ocean Race is set to kick off this month, and the Race’s sole American-flagged yacht sets sail…

Not all holidays are created equal and not all travel destinations belong on a sailor’s bucket list. But when it comes to making the most of your time away from home, you can’t go wrong…

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…

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…

The Mediterranean is to most, a cultural melting pot of history, colourful folklore and mouth-watering cuisine. But to sailors it’s also known as the ultimate sailing mecca, whether you want to revel in our bareboat yacht charters, learn…

When we arrive in sunny Croatia we try to play it cool but don’t succeed: It’s almost like a bit of Tuscany has been dropped into the Balkan Adriatic: vineyards and olive groves carpet the steep hillsides,…

The Caribbean island of St. Martin was visited by Hurricane Irma in September 2017. However, the inspiring resilience shown by the people of St. Martin has proven them stronger than the storm. As we reopen our newly relocated…

With beautiful weather, incredible turquoise waters and golden sand, a vibrant culture and around 50 stunning islands to explore, it’s no wonder that the British Virgin Islands is one of the most popular yacht charter destinations in…

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 River…

When you feel the need to “spice up” your vacation plans with some irresistible island flavor and thirst-quenching on-the-water action, it’s time to put Grenada on your radar! Affectionately known as the “Spice Isle of…

So, you want to spend some time on a sailing yacht but don’t know where to start? Welcome to our guide to everything you need to know to embark on a sailing adventure. Where should…