Buying or Selling a Sailboat
Boat Auctions
Buying a boat is a big decision, especially a second hand boat at a boat auction! You need to make sure you know what you are doing and make sure you know what your needs are.Buying A Used Sailboat
Buying a boat is the dream of many red blooded men. You can either really enjoy the experience or spend time with your new purchase and regret it everyday! In this article I am going to talk about everything you need to know about buying a used boat and not get ripped off. We all want that bargain. If you are new to boating, I highly recommend that you get a professional to come and help you make a buying decision.Yacht Insurance
Yachting has become quite popular of late. Which is good for those looking for insurance as there are more options and more companies offering good policies. But you still need to know what to look for when choosing an insurance company and policy to boot. In this article I am going to show you what to look for in a good policy.Best Selling Yachts
The word yacht comes from a similar Dutch word. Jach. This literally means to hunt. Yachts were designed to be light and fast sailing. They were used in the Dutch navy to catch pirates and other undesirables. The word Yacht later came to mean something different. It came to mean a private vessel, usually a luxury vessel to ferry important people.Sailboat Evaluation
I know its tempting to get caught up in the hype of owning a sailboat. This is understandable. It's probably been a dream of yours for many years. There are so many different types of sailboats on the market, it's hard to choose.Fractional Boat Ownership
Just like with private jets or condos, you can also acquire fractional ownership of boats. You don't have to pay for the boat outright and the docking and maintenance fee's are shared. This is perfect if you only want to sail a few times a year. You can get a boat cheaper then most vacation rentals.Featured Sailing Articles
Sailing TrainingFor people who doesn’t know much yet about sailing and are interested in learning how to sail, there is no need to worry as there are a number of sailing clubs and schools that are more than happy to teach you what you need to know to make you a knowledgeable and happy sailor.
How To Launch A Fixed Keel SailboatIf your sailboat has a keel that pulls up your a very lucky person indeed! A sailboat with a keel that pulls up can be launched just like any other boat on the water. However, if your sailboat is fixed keel, it takes a little practice to get right when launching.
Fractional Boat OwnershipJust like with private jets or condos, you can also acquire fractional ownership of boats. You don't have to pay for the boat outright and the docking and maintenance fee's are shared.
Sailing HistorySailing wasn't just always a fun hobby. It was a way of life. Sailing ships were used for fishing, to feed entire villages, been used for trading, used for war purposes and used for transportation purposes.
Sailing AdventuresSailing aficionados feel that taking a trip on a boat is both magical and relaxing. There is no better way of taking a vacation than sailing from one island to another.