Sailing is a popular water sport that involves using the wind to propel a boat through the water. It can be done on a variety of boats, such as sailboats, yachts, and dinghies, and in a variety of locations, such as oceans, lakes, rivers, and canals.
Sailing can be a leisurely activity, where participants can relax and enjoy the scenery, or a more challenging activity, where participants can compete in races (regattas or regatte) and navigate challenging waters.
Going sailing can be done independently or as part of a group lesson or charter, and can include additional activities such as fishing, swimming, and sightseeing.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, sailing is a wonderful way to enjoy the freedom and beauty of the water.
Croatia’s spectacular coastline, crystal-clear waters, and over a thousand islands make sailing holidays in Croatia an unforgettable experience. With a feel of the French Riviera half a century ago, it’s a great place to visit by sea. While the weather is ideal during the height of the season, it’s possible to find tranquil anchorages on a Croatia sailing trip even in summer. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links that will help you sail Croatia. This means that at no extra cost to you, The Travel Bunny will earn a small commission if you click through and make …
When you book a Bahamas yacht charter, you gain access to over 500 miles of tropical waterways. The Bahamas is an archipelago with over 700 islands, so unless you have a lot of money, you won’t be able to tour them all in one charter holiday. You may pick between crewed yacht charters and bareboat charters, but whichever you choose, you can go sailing Bahamas wherever you want. The facilities provided by a Bahamas yacht charter are what distinguishes crewed yacht rentals from bareboat charters: Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that at no extra …
After the short guide to sailing the Ionian, it’s time for a quick guide to sailing the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean Sea. We didn’t make it further than the Saronic Gulf on our own trip because of the weather and limited time towards the end. However, we planned to get there initially, so I’ve done so much research on this subject! And I’m not one to let things go to waste, which is why I want to share what I’ve learned and help you with your planning when you go sailing the best Cyclades Islands! Use Navionics to draw …
In 2020, my husband and I were lucky enough to go sailing the Ionian Islands for several weeks. We saw all the big islands but still haven’t covered everything. And, before writing about the experience in detail, in this travel blog article from The Travel Bunny, I’ll be sharing just a few details I’ve learned while doing research for our expedition at sea. But first things first! The Odyssey No guide to sailing the Ionian Sea in Greece can be complete without the mention of Homer and the Odyssey. The Odyssey relates the tale of Odysseus and his journeys and …
In February, we bought our beautiful Bavaria 350 sailboat in the South of France. After the lockdown we spent in France, we worked on it a bit, and then we set sail. Puzzle, our Bavaria 350 Lagoon, safely took us from Saint-Raphaël in France to Piraeus in Greece, along the Italian coast. Our trip is now over and we are getting ready to switch from liveaboards to landlubbers once again. Sadly, we can’t afford to take Puzzle back to France and keep her in one of the expensive ports on the French Riviera, which is why we are putting our …
