Caribbean Rum: A Sailor’s Spirited Journey
From Mount Gay in St. Barts to daiquiris in Cuba, a sailor charts his enduring affinity for the Caribbean’s signature spirit.
Planning and preparing for any successful charter adventure starts with smarts. CharterWise, our essential guide to the ultimate cruising vacation, has you covered.
Considered by many to be the best-kept secret in travel, chartering a boat is your gateway to new destinations and unparalleled adventures at sea. It’s also a fun and easy way to explore the best of the cruising lifestyle.
The idea of sailing an unfamiliar boat outside of your home waters can raise a number of questions and create some trepidation, even for experienced cruisers. Our CharterWise hub features the latest charter news and planning advice, plus specially curated content on the most popular charter destinations, giving you the resources you need to navigate the entire process smoothly and ensure a successful, fun and safe cruising vacation for you and your family.
From Mount Gay in St. Barts to daiquiris in Cuba, a sailor charts his enduring affinity for the Caribbean’s signature spirit.
Designed by French naval architecture firm VPLP, this cool cat blends performance with creature comforts galore.
Every trip yields something to add to my list—sometimes the easy way, sometimes the hard way, and always with a good story.
Owning a crewed yacht in the Caribbean can unlock tax advantages, turnkey bookings, lifestyle upgrades and long-term value.
For the fifth year running, The Moorings’ BVI charter base has been recognized among Tripadvisor’s top-rated experiences.
Brothers chase wind and wonder through Canada’s Gulf isles, discovering wildlife, warm welcomes, and magic between the tides.
Hall of Famers Steve and Doris Colgate reflect on 60 years of sailing, teaching, and Offshore Sailing School.
Chartering is more than a vacation—it’s a crash course in cruising that builds skill, confidence, and real-world perspective.
With any charter, part of the fun is planning your voyage: where to go, what to see, which boat to take. It can be a lot to consider, especially for first-time charterers. We’ve got you covered, with expert planning advice to help you get the most out of your charter and avoid some common pitfalls.
Bareboaters who want an evolved charter experience now dominate the scene, in many cases leading the industry to improve worldwide.
Interested in taking a sailing vacation? Start here! We’ve put together a guide on charter types, locations, qualifications and more.
Thinking of planning a charter vacation? Here’s the rundown on why, when, and where to go.
Use these practical planning tips to make your next yacht charter the best sailing vacation of your life.
A charter cook shares tips on how to plan menus to save time, money and food before you leave on your next sailing adventure.
Familiarizing yourself with the destination before you go is part of any charter vacation. If you’ll be the skipper, it’s essential to learn as much as you can about your prospective cruising area. Here’s a look at some of the most popular charter destinations, with tips for itinerary planning and more.
North America
Caribbean & Bahamas
Europe & Mediterranean
Southeast Asia
South Pacific
Central & South America
Australia & New Zealand
High Latitudes
Every trip yields something to add to my list—sometimes the easy way, sometimes the hard way, and always with a good story.
Chartering is more than a vacation—it’s a crash course in cruising that builds skill, confidence, and real-world perspective.
From overboard guests to the changing nature of chartering, our sailing journey was as unpredictable as it was rewarding.
When someone invites you to tag along for a birthday sailing adventure in French Polynesia, well, you’ve just got to go. Right?
Bareboaters who want an evolved charter experience now dominate the scene, in many cases leading the industry to improve worldwide.
Vallon teams with Boris Herrmann and Team Malizia for glasses made from recycled fishing nets.
In the Grenadines, simply cruising from one island to the next can bring you a completely different experience.
Have you thought about what options you would have ready if an intruder boarded your boat in the night?