You may have heard of a little town on the North Carolina coast called Oriental. In fact, this little village calls themselves the sailing capital of North Carolina. It would seem that that is not just idle talk either – Oriental boasts a boat to resident ratio of over 3 to 1. That’s 875 residents and over 2,700 boats. But…
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Yacht Charter
Chartering a boat is a good way to sail without the expense of owning your own boat. If you can’t spend more than a few weeks a year sailing and few people can the the option of chartering is definitely worth serious consideration. It also provides the opportunity to sail different boats in varied and far off locations. Choose between…
Experience A Crystal Cruise Adventure
Before setting sail on a cruise line, check out several different companies to find the one that best suits your travel desires. Want a short cruise or a world cruise? Crystal Cruise lines have something for every taste. Whether you want to sail to New England or to the Orient, Crystal Cruise lines have an adventure designed to please. Crystal…
Boat Travel Gets You Traveling
When it comes to set sail you will find that there is a lot of fun that that you can have on a boat of luxury. You will find that there are small exotic ports that you can go for and you will be able to choose where you go and when you go. You will want to follow some…
Setting Sail In A Sailboat
When you set sail in a sailboat, make sure you have prepared yourself and the boat properly. If you are racing a small sailboat, you need to make sure you know where the course is, and that the rig is as good as you can get it. If you are cruising in a bigger sailboat, you need to wort out…
What Is A Kitewing
You propably know what a Kite is, but have you heard about the Kitewing? The kitewing is a lightweight hand-held wing shaped as a kite that can be used for sailing on ice, snow and land with a pair of skis, skates or a snowboard. This is done in wintertime. For summer use one can sail with the wing using…
Evaluating A Coastal Cruiser
Going coastal? You have abundant choices in boats Because coastal-cruising sailors are most often sailing on tight schedules, using their boats for only a day or two or, at most, a week or two at a time, the first thing they need to consider when choosing a new boat is its speed. Not that this is the only criterion, but…
Small Sailboats Are Fun
Small sailboats are from about 10 to 18 feet in length (3 to 6 metres). Small sailboats are often called sailing dinghies, because almost all have open cockpits without any cabins. They are usually made from either marine plywood or fiberglass – the big manufacturers use fiberglass, but wood is used for some boats, particularly if they are sold in…
Choosing The Right Boat
The first thing you should know when choosing a boat is that no single boat will do everything. If your looking for a boat that inspires confidence, don’t expect it to shine in light air. Boats that are exciting to sail on the weekends aren’t the ideal boats for a passage through the ocean. You shouldn’t expect to find quick…
Picking Cruise Package Holidays
If you’ve ever looked at all the options for taking a cruise, you may have been overwhelmed by the possibilities. As you narrow down the options, here are some considerations that may help you in making that final outdoor vacation decision. Many people love the idea of being a tourist in the tropics. If you are considering a destination like…