One area of the world that I had regularly heard great reports on but had still never sailed myself is the sunlit coastline of Croatia and its neighbouring islands. Booking a Sunsail 444 catamaran for…

When it comes to travel keepsakes, we absolutely believe that memories make the best souvenirs. But, when you set sail on a yacht charter vacation in French Polynesia, you can take home something really special that not only…

When were you first seduced by the call of the sea? At Sunsail, our vacations are created for sailors, by sailors. As these stories from Sunsail staff and famous sailors below show, we all love what we…

TASTE THE CARIBBEAN: WHAT TO EAT AND DRINK IN ANTIGUA What’s not to love about warm Caribbean sun, white-sand beaches, and world-class sailing? Well, Antigua is famous for all three so when your adventure compass starts demanding…

Do you need a change of scenery? Are you feeling the urge to put your sailing skills to the test? Then set your sights on stunning St Lucia, the jewel of the Windward Islands where…

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…

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…

Sailing with Kids Kids from all backgrounds can have a whale of a time onboard a yacht charter. Whether they are already captains-in-training, fun-loving fishes or still overcoming some nautical nerves, there are plenty of ways to help…

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…

So you’ve planned your next sailing charter holiday to Belize – why not try a spot on snorkelling or scuba diving? You couldn’t have chosen a better place to immerse yourself in underwater adventures. Belize offers some…