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Why tipping your yacht crew is important In short, tipping your crew is important because they work really hard and deserve it. But perhaps you want a bit more of an informed discussion... Read on to find out why you should be tipping your crew, how much you [...]
The best time to sail in Croatia You can sail along the Dalmatian coast from April to October but in this article we look at when is the very best time to sail in Croatia. All through the summer, the weather is fine and sailing around the [...]
In this article, we demystify the mnemonic APA (advance provisioning allowance). Read on to find out why you need to budget for it, what it includes and how much you are likely to need. Budget for 20-25% APA As you set out on your sailing holiday you [...]
Will it be weird, sailing with strangers? The prospect of living 24/7 with someone you have not met can be daunting. If you take a skipper on board you may be worried about sailing with strangers. In this article, we help to allay those fears. We will [...]
Airport transfers in Croatia When you know which marina you are sailing from it is important to work out how to get there in time for check-in. You don't want to miss out on sailing. How do I get to the marina for my sailing holiday? All [...]
Independent travel agent Why should you book with a smaller firm like The Yacht Break rather than one of the major multinational yacht charter companies such as Sunsail or Moorings? There are many advantages to booking your sailing holiday with a small specialist independent travel agent: [...]
Family sailing holidays in Croatia Taking a family holiday sailing with kids can be a magical experience and create lasting memories that they will recall for a lifetime. If you are unsure if sailing with kids is a good vacation idea, then let us set your mind [...]
How can you enjoy sailing in the beautiful paradise of the Dalmatian coast ethically, in a green and friendly way? Globally, the oceans and seas are under threat due to human activities; marine life is being damaged and the coastline awash with litter. Even the relatively clean [...]
A provisioning list for your sailing trip is fundamental. Unless you have booked a hostess, you will need a mission to the supermarket at the base marina before you sail to stock up for your trip. It is worth having an idea about what to get before [...]
When it comes to packing for a holiday on the sea, less is more. Space is at a premium, so clever packing is a must. This guide will help you work out what to pack for a sailing trip.ElectronicsYou have got to take your camera/phone (waterproof/Go Pro for [...]
