Yachting in Hawaii: attractions of Maui
Denis Korablev
  • 20.10.2021
  • 585

Yachting in Hawaii: attractions of Maui

Maui is one of the amazing islands in the Pacific Ocean, known for its unusual nature, outstanding beaches and local culture. The island is home to many cultural attractions, as well as tourist centers that influence its development.
How to make a frame tent for wintering with your own hands
Denis Korablev
  • 20.10.2021
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How to make a frame tent for wintering with your own hands

When preparing for winter, the main task is to protect the vessel from bad weather and precipitation. Not everyone has the opportunity to hide a yacht in a special room, so yachtsmen invent various ways to preserve their property. Many people prefer a frame awning, since it is easy to make it yourself.
Emergency procedures
Denis Korablev
  • 19.10.2021
  • 564

Emergency procedures

When preparing for a sea cruise, it is impossible to foresee absolutely all situations. What can make the crew leave the ship within 5 minutes? Fire or threat to go under water with the yacht! In such cases, there is no time to think, before the beginning of the voyage, the actions of each member of the team should be worked out to automatism.
Travel to Mozambique: the unforgettable Bazaruto archipelago
Denis Korablev
  • 19.10.2021
  • 716

Travel to Mozambique: the unforgettable Bazaruto archipelago

Bazaruto is an archipelago within the Republic of Mozambique, located in the western part of the Indian Ocean and considered one of the most beautiful places not only in the country, but throughout the continent. Of the 5 islands in its composition, 2 of the smallest are uninhabited, and the rest have small villages.
How to get out of a marina in a strong crosswind
Denis Korablev
  • 18.10.2021
  • 714

How to get out of a marina in a strong crosswind

Leaving the marina is much easier than mooring. But a strong crosswind can make things very difficult. If the skipper is more or less experienced, then he will cope with the push and moldboard wind without any problems. After sailing off, everyone should be extremely careful when leaving the marina.
Boracay Island, Philippines
Denis Korablev
  • 18.10.2021
  • 589

Boracay Island, Philippines

The small island of Boracay, part of the Philippine archipelago, is often compared to Eden. With tall palm trees, azure waters and stunning white beaches, this stunning tropical island is the dream of a leisure traveler.
Practical advice on catering on a yacht
Denis Korablev
  • 15.10.2021
  • 575

Practical advice on catering on a yacht

Going on a yacht trip, you don't have to hire a chef from the restaurant. It is not difficult to organize good nutrition if you adhere to the basic principles. Cooking is easy and there will be time to admire the views overboard.
The beauty of the idyllic island of Culebra (Puerto Rico)
Denis Korablev
  • 15.10.2021
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The beauty of the idyllic island of Culebra (Puerto Rico)

The tropical island of Culebra, located in the eastern Caribbean, attracts tourists from different countries with magnificent beaches, secluded coves, rich coral reefs and an abundance of hiking and biking trails.
Beaches and yachting in Bermuda
Denis Korablev
  • 14.10.2021
  • 493

Beaches and yachting in Bermuda

Bermuda includes 181 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, located 900 km east of the coast of North America. They were discovered in 1505 by the Spanish navigator J. Bermudez, after whom they were later named. Bermuda is located at the crossroads of sea and air routes. The main contribution to the economy of the state is made by tourism, and production is represented mostly by ship repair companies and boat manufacturing enterprises.
Yacht Mooring Tips
Denis Korablev
  • 14.10.2021
  • 607

Yacht Mooring Tips

Mooring is not easy and quite laborious. It is difficult for novice yachtsmen to master this operation, because it is required not only to maneuver according to the rules, but also to take into account many related factors. To acquire the necessary skill, you will need to repeat the mooring many times, and quite often - in unfamiliar bays.
Yachting in Malaysia. Sipadan Island
Denis Korablev
  • 13.10.2021
  • 528

Yachting in Malaysia. Sipadan Island

Sipadan is a small island of volcanic origin in Malaysia, which is the top of an underwater mountain and emerges from a depth of 500-600 m - this is due to a wide variety of fauna. The island is widely regarded as one of the best diving spots in the world.
What's wrong with digital navigation
Denis Korablev
  • 13.10.2021
  • 555

What's wrong with digital navigation

For those who at least once went to sea under sail, the feeling of freedom and boundless space, multiplied by a unique delight, will remain in the memory forever. A standard classic beach excursion tour cannot be compared to a sailing yacht cruise.
Interesting places of the island of Moorea (French Polynesia)
Denis Korablev
  • 12.10.2021
  • 709

Interesting places of the island of Moorea (French Polynesia)

Moorea is a small island in the Society Islands archipelago in French Polynesia, located 16 km west of the famous island of Tahiti. French Polynesia is an ocean-lost world of volcanic islands covered in lush tropical vegetation, where you can find many secluded retreats away from civilization.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Powered Autopilot
Denis Korablev
  • 12.10.2021
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Powered Autopilot

Sailing is an exciting and extreme adventure that will be remembered for a lifetime. Yachtsmen, unlike tourists, know from their own experience how real yacht management differs from commercials.
Selection and installation of a yacht latrine and fan system
Denis Korablev
  • 11.10.2021
  • 953

Selection and installation of a yacht latrine and fan system

The most modern technologies used to create new types of watercraft made it much easier to work with sails, provided ships with reliable navigation, and provided the crew with an acceptable level of comfortable living during long sea voyages. Human physiology provides for regular visits to the toilet for the realization of natural needs.
Yachting in Hawaii: the best beaches in Kauai
Denis Korablev
  • 11.10.2021
  • 670

Yachting in Hawaii: the best beaches in Kauai

Kauai is a volcanic island in the Hawaiian archipelago, located 169 km northwest of Oahu. Most of its territory is covered with tropical rainforests, inhabited by extraordinary birds and endemic animals. A wide variety of landscapes are represented by fertile river valleys, jungles, desert plateaus, sand dunes, long beaches and farmland.
What a sailor needs to know about meteorology
Denis Korablev
  • 11.10.2021
  • 524

What a sailor needs to know about meteorology

Anyone who went to sea under sail knows perfectly well how important it is to know the weather forecast. Going to sea on a yacht without thinking about the weather forecast may not be a safe idea. Over time, a beginner yachtsman gradually begins to "read" signs that indicate possible changes in the strength and direction of movement of air masses.
Anguilla Island - the pearl of the Caribbean
Denis Korablev
  • 08.10.2021
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Anguilla Island - the pearl of the Caribbean

The island of Anguilla is part of the Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean Sea, 130 km east of the Virgin Islands. The Republic of Anguilla is a self-governing British Overseas Territory. The area of the island state, which includes Anguilla and the surrounding islets and reefs, is only 102 square kilometers.
Features of using the autopilot on a yacht
Denis Korablev
  • 07.10.2021
  • 641

Features of using the autopilot on a yacht

The last decades have been marked by an incredible increase in information about new technologies, which just a few years ago seemed to be a figment of the imagination of Hollywood directors. Electronic devices, by themselves, and integrated into systems, began to monitor our health, monitor our homes, take care of our children, help find our way home if we get lost.
Yachting in the Caribbean Turks and Caicos Islands
Denis Korablev
  • 07.10.2021
  • 647

Yachting in the Caribbean Turks and Caicos Islands

The Turks and Caicos Archipelago is located in the Atlantic Ocean, 230 km northeast of Cuba. It includes 40 islands and small reefs with a total area of 430 sq. km. The archipelago is divided by the Columbus Strait into two groups of islands: Caicos and Turks. The islands are dominated by a low-lying landscape.