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

Essential sailing terms glossary ‘Hoist the mainsail!’ ‘Starboard!’ ‘Rig the anchor bridle’ Sailing can appear a forbidding sport, a confusing world filled with off-putting jargon and technical terms. There are rules, conventions, techniques, equipment, and…

Helena Lucas MBE, Paralympic Gold and Bronze medalist, recently headed off to sunny Lefkas for a late season sailing holiday, revisiting some of her favourite childhood haunts in the process and seeing how the sailing area has grown in…

You’ve booked your next sailing vacation and now you need to figure out what to bring. Fear not! We’ve put together our recommended packing list for a sailing vacation with everything you’ll need out on…

Dubrovnik is a fantastic place to visit if you love beaches. With a long, rugged coastline and dozens of nearby islands, there are wonderful beaches around every corner in Croatia. Whether you like a vibrant,…

Enjoy the enchanting underwater paradise of Martinique. The volcanic island features warm, crystal-clear waters, a mountainous landscape, white-sand beaches and jungle hikes, ideal for adventurous souls to explore the island’s best highlights. Diving in Martinique…

The peak sailing season in Greece runs between April-October, where you can set sail around the Aegean or Ionian Sea and enjoy beautiful temperatures, warm waters and steady sailing conditions. From stunning beaches only accessible…

“Pass the bat!” is not something you often hear at the dinner table, unless of course, you’re sailing in Seychelles. Sunsail’s UK Marketing Manager found out as much and more besides on a voyage of discovery around this…

Discover the best beaches in The Mediterranean, the must-sees whilst on your sailing vacation. From rocky coves and pebbled beaches to pink sand dunes and idyllic, tree-lined hideaways, these beaches offer a slice of true…

The sailing season in the Caribbean typically runs from November to April. This time of year is often considered the best for sailing, thanks to the ideal weather and excellent sailing conditions. However, the Caribbean…

We’ve heard it all before. “The Caribbean is far too difficult to get to. It’s just a playground for the Richard Bransons of the world, right?” Or “What If I get surrounded by sharks, with…

MY childhood memories of sailing vacations? A heady, sensory cocktail made up of the following smells: Diesel The heads Oilskin waterproofs Seasickness Those were the days – my brother, sister and I huddled in silent,…