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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.

St. John is the smallest of the American Virgin Islands, owned and is the richest of all the colonial lands of the United States. This is a hilly island, remote from civilization, covered with lush tropical vegetation, 2/3 of the territory of which is occupied by the National Park of the Virgin Islands.

The number of happy owners of yachts and boats is constantly growing. This means that the number of water-powered vessels is also increasing, because modern yachts and boats are equipped with engines of various designs, power and operating principles. One thing unites them - the problem of optimal selection of the propeller.

The Cayman Islands are a group of islands and reefs in the Caribbean Sea, discovered by Christopher Columbus in the early 16th century. Geologically, the islands represent the summit of the Sierra Maestra seamount, stretching east of Cuba. Although the relief of the island territories is mostly low-lying, there are very picturesque cliffs here.

The development of modern technologies with the involvement of space satellites has made it possible to significantly increase the efficiency of rescue operations, covering the entire surface of the planet. The vast expanses of seas and oceans are not an obstacle for rescue and search operations, the purpose of which is to save the lives of people in trouble.

A person learned to use knots of varying complexity and names in everyday life a long time ago. Even in mythology and history, the node found a display. The famous concept of the "Gordian knot" has become synonymous with a decisive and uncompromising solution to a complex (in this case, confusing) issue.

A yacht, like any vehicle, is subject to extreme conditions. It would seem, what dangers threaten a reliable boat on the endless expanses of the sea? It turns out that not terrible storms and hurricane winds lead to extraordinary circumstances, for a yacht, fires on board and uncontrolled water inflow due to mechanical damage to the hull are more dangerous.

Naples is one of the oldest cities in the world, a major seaport and the capital of the densely populated Campania region. The city is famous not only for its delightful landscapes, but also for Europe's largest historical center, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A unique climate has been formed here, the sun shines almost all year round and there are interesting places for recreation.

The yachtsman must always be ready for all sorts of surprises, including bad weather. You can learn about the approach of a storm in advance, thanks to forecasts and personal observations. If it is possible to ride out the storm in a secure marina, an experienced skipper will choose this option.

Oahu is the most developed and popular island in the Hawaiian archipelago. There are many historical and cultural attractions, as well as the nature created excellent conditions for sports.

Each, even the smallest sailing trip, under the guidance of a professional skipper, adds to the practical experience of a beginner yachtsman. Finally, being confident in his abilities, he begins to think about going to sea on his own.

Pantelleria is a small volcanic island in the Sicilian Strait of the Mediterranean Sea, the most remote and one of the least visited in Italy. Signs of volcanic activity are visible on the island - hot mineral springs on land and fumaroles at the bottom of the sea.

Sardinia is a legendary Mediterranean island with amazing beauty and a special attraction for tourists from all over the world. With its cozy coves, many small islets, clean beaches with golden sand and luxurious Mediterranean nature, Sardinia is very popular with yachtsmen, surfers and fans of other water activities.

Motion sickness, motion sickness, or kinetosis scientifically, got its name from the unpleasant symptoms experienced by sea travelers. Even Hippocrates has a description of seasickness. The famous poet of the Roman Empire, Horace, wrote: "Before seasickness, everyone is equal: the poor and the rich."

The Aeolian Islands archipelago is located in the southern part of the Tyrrhenian Sea and is famous, first of all, for the active volcano Stromboli. Due to volcanic phenomena on land and in the sea, they are also called the "Land of Volcanoes".

A little more than a hundred years have passed since the beginning of the industrial production of oil and gas, and mankind faced the threat of self-destruction. The rapid development of industry, urbanization of society and complete indifference to the environment have led to global climate change on earth.

Genoa is the largest port in Italy, the capital of Liguria and the departure point for cruise ships in the Mediterranean. This city played an important role in the life of the state, serving as a major port since the time of the Roman Empire. During the Crusades, the Republic of Genoa had the greatest political influence, with numerous overseas colonies. Competing with Venice for spheres of influence in the Mediterranean, it experienced cultural and economic development.

The types of sails used on a yacht depend on the type of boat and its rigging. The service life of the sails depends on the fulfillment of certain rules and recommendations. There are such rules for the safe storage of sails in bags. Sailing bags used today (kitties) are rectangular bags made of durable nylon.

Kefalonia is the largest of all the Ionian Islands and the ideal destination for those who love to relax in Greece. This island got its name from the mythical hero Kefal (Cephalus) - the founder of the clan, from which the famous king Odysseus comes.

A sailing ship on the blue surface of the sea, like a beautiful butterfly, fluttering over the boundless horizon. Sails, as the main propulsion of the yacht, are designed to create the necessary thrust to use the force of the wind to move the yacht in the direction necessary for the crew.