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

Italy’s coastlines offer something for every sailor – from quiet coves to vibrant towns and everything in between.  If you have your heart set on a sailing charter in Italy but are struggling to plan…

Ahhhhhh…soft white sand between your toes…rejuvenating Caribbean sun on your skin…postcard-worthy palm trees blowing in the ocean breeze…these are just some of the things that make the many beaches scattered along St. Lucia’s lush coastline…

As passionate sailors, we’ve been crafting the best sailing holidays in the world’s top sailing grounds for decades, therefore we want to ensure we’re looking after the beautiful destinations, oceans, wildlife and communities, and minimising…

Sunsail is proud to announce that electric outboard engines will now be available for premier plus monohulls in the Mediterranean! This is an excellent step towards a more sustainable vacation experience. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus Electric…

Here are Sunsail’s top tips for the Ionian Sea, one of our most popular destinations.  The shimmering, mystical Ionian has been calling to sailors for thousands of years. An intriguing, enchanting and sometimes turbulent history surrounds…

Knowing how to tie proper knots is not only a point of pride for most sailors but also a key safety measure. The good news is that you don’t need to memorize hundreds of knot…

Andaman Islands essentials: All you need to know Think of a ‘sailing mecca’, and Thailand is unlikely to spring to mind. Instead, you maybe think of it as a place where westerners go to escape…

So, how about getting qualified and enjoying your sailing vacation at the same time? That’s the Flotilla Hero – for the cost of a week’s Flotilla sailing with a skipper, sailors can also get their International Certificate of Competence (ICC)….

So you want to get a taste of the notorious diving bug? Say no more! While on charter at any of our epic Sunsail destinations, your time on the water is instantly amplified by the…

Old Sailors’ Superstitions Within the sport of sailing, seasoned mariners have long circulated various myths and curious superstitions. Among the pack: don’t paint a boat green, say no to bananas onboard, and refuse a whistler…

Before you start planning your sailing vacation, it is best to double-check the experience level and qualifications needed to charter a yacht in your chosen destination. Sunsail has put a list of destinations into each level…