Abstract: My name is Joe. I’m an amateur boat owner in Europe and the U.S. I’ve been sailing for seven years and have actually owned a 42-foot catamaran for the past three years. This article won’t cover textbook concepts like “depreciation rates” and “loan formulas.”
Abstract: I’ve chartered sailboats three times—all in Europe and the U.S.—and it wasn’t until I’d had two bad experiences that I truly figured out what to look for in “sailboat charter specifications.”
Author's Note: As an amateur boater living in Florida, I have chartered yachts at my own expense over the past six years, renting more than 30 yachts of various sizes, with trips ranging from the Bahamas to Croatia
Summary: If you’ve just bought a sailboat in San Diego—or are planning to buy one—does the question “Once I have the boat, where should I sail?” immediately pop into your head? Don’t worry—I’ve been sailing these waters for three years, gone through two boats, and hit countless snags.This post is about sailing.
Abstract: If you are planning or dreaming of a long-distance sailing cruise, the cost of docking at a marina is likely to be one of your top concerns—and one of your biggest headaches.
Author's Note: My name is Chris. As an amateur sailor from Florida, I have chartered 23 catamarans at my own expense over the past seven years; these catamarans are from various brands.
Summary: As an amateur sailor who has spent seven years sailing in Florida and the Caribbean, I began my journey with my first old, secondhand sailboat and have weathered many ups and downs along the way to reach my current status as a charter operator. This article does not provide a standardized cost analysis.
Did My Yacht Rental Business Cover the Fuel Costs? A Real-Life Look at Three Years of a Boat Owner’s Expenses Author’s Note: I am the author of this article. I am an ordinary person—not a boat dealer or a broker—and have been running a small yacht rental company in Florida for six years.
Search keywords: "bareboat charter Greece best destinations"; recommendations for the best destinations in Greece for bareboat charters
Abstract: As an amateur yachting blogger based in Europe and the U.S., I’m sharing the world’s best destinations recommended by yachts.com, including Croatia, Greece, the Bahamas, and other locations.
Author's Note: My name is Tom. I've lived in Florida for 12 years, starting out on a used Catalina 22 and working my way up to a Beneteau 40. I've helped more than 30 friends who were new to sailing choose their boats.
Abstract: Haven’t you ever come across an ad like “Lagoon Catamaran for Sale at a Special Price” and found yourself both tempted and hesitant? I’m Mike, an amateur sailor who’s been cruising around Florida and the Caribbean for nearly eight years.
