The terms right-hand screw and left-hand screw are defined as such: When viewing from aft, if the propeller turns to the right at the top of the sweep then it is deemed a right-hand screw. Named “right-hand” because the natural rotation of your right hand is pinky down and thumb up (clockwise). Conversely, the left-hand […]
This tidbit tip of mooring, anchoring, and docking information was written by Michael Domican. Michael is our Caribbean Sailing Coach and is a NauticEd school in the BVI. If you’re wanting some private training in the BVI from a true professional, Michael is your guy. He is an RYA Yacht Master Instructor and therefore has […]
We just coined a new phrase – StaySailCation. It means Support Local Sailing. Support local is not a new concept, just that it is especially relevant now that we are in our new commitment to do social distancing but we also have a responsibility to our community. We’re writing this blog in March 2020 and […]
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Following on from last week’s excellent post by SVN Magazine on Barber Haulers, this week we show how to make your own very simple Barber Hauler while on a catamaran on a sailing vacation (or on your own catamaran). The issue is that the catamarans have their jibsheet track on the rooftop of the salon. […]
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Whether you’re a newb to the BVI or a salty ol’ hat to the BVI, information on what’s where and where’s what is a bit liquid. So we’ve put together this article to help. The interactive maps are kept current and the BVI Chart Briefing for yacht charterers gives a good round-up of information and […]
In honor of the 2020 Valentine’s day, we’ve put together this timeless list of Romantic Sailing getaways. Love to all our fans! Enjoy! Exotics Locales Remote islands, beautiful beaches, crystal clear water. Nothing conjures up walking hand in hand on an empty beach more than the exotic islands archipelagos of the Seychelles and Tahiti. Seychelles […]
NauticEd’s Pick of the Top 10 Sailing Yacht Charter Destinations for 2020 (not listed in any particular order) Aeolians, Sicily Puerto Rico The Grenadines Malta Thailand Seychelles Australia Greece (Saronic) Croatia Antigua BVI (yes it is #11 just because no list is complete without the BVI so we had to add this) Did you know […]
Although there may be snow on the ground and the sailing season over for many – there’s plenty of sailing to be had this winter. Stuck inside—check off some sailing goals; better yet, head someplace warm to continue your on the water training or take a sailing vacation. Below are some Winter Sailing Goals: 1) […]