Sailing the San Blas Islands offers a breathtaking experience, but it requires both expert crew and careful planning due to the challenging conditions. Unlike other popular Caribbean destinations, bareboat charters are not allowed in San Blas because of uncharted waters, hidden reefs, and a lack of reliable marine infrastructure such as marinas and supply stores. The more than 365 islands are often surrounded by coral reefs, making navigation risky without local knowledge. To ensure a safe and enjoyable voyage, charters typically come with a skilled skipper and an inclusive provisioning plan, covering everything from fresh water and basic supplies to access to fresh seafood from local Guna fishermen. Catamaran Adventures offers discounts on charters not needing the provisioning, deckhand or cook. Contact us for further details.

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Dopo una bella serata per i festeggiamenti del Santo Patrono, si parte per un altro obiettivo: Monopoli. La città di Trani, oltre ad essere un gioiello di architettura, è un centro vivace non solo dal punto di vista turistico.

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Competent Crew Course details: ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com/rya-courses/competent-crew In this clip from our Solent RYA Competent Crew Course, you see us stopping for lunch. We bring the boat to a stop by heaving to. This is where we tack the boat but don't touch the sheet, so the headsail lies 'aback'. Once we have the wind on the main driving us forward, and the wind on the headsail pushing us back, and with the helm turned towards the wind, the boat will come to a stop. The boat will level up and be in balance. ** About the RYA Competent Crew course in Southampton ** The RYA Competent Crew course is the perfect introduction for beginners who want to get into sailing and is specifically designed for those with little to no sailing experience. It is the ideal starting point. Even if you’ve only had a brief taste of sailing, whether in the UK or abroad, the Competent Crew course offers structured learning and a strong foundation in the basics of sailing. We run our courses from Southampton, and they take place in and around the Solent. With First Class Sailing you’ll gain hands-on experience, experience life on board, and all the enjoyment it brings. By the end of the 5 day course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to be a capable and reliable crew member. The course begins and ends in Southampton, with stops at scenic destinations around the Solent, giving you the chance to experience different sailing conditions and enjoy stunning coastal views. For more information visit our website on the link below. ** Links ** First Class Sailing ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com We offer RYA courses, mile-building trips, and sailing holidays for beginners, seasoned sailors, and everyone in between from our base in Southampton. We also offer shore-based sailing courses in London and Southampton. Attaching the Boat to the Dock ➜ https://youtu.be/SgqVE0j132M In this short clip you see us run lines. Notice how rope becomes lines running from cleats on board to cleats on the shore. When we do this, these lines become mooring warps: one to attached the bow to the shore, one for the stern, and two to keep the boat in one place to stop it moving. Sailing Courses for Beginners ➜ https://www.firstclasssailing.com/sailing-courses-for-beginners Starting out in sailing is exciting, but deciding where to begin can feel like a challenge. Should you get out on the water with a practical course or start with navigation theory in the classroom? Our beginner sailing courses - Competent Crew and Day Skipper Shore-based - are designed to help you take your first steps, whatever your goals or the time of year. ** Credits ** Voice: Duncan Wells Filming: Nick Watts

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Ci svegliamo a San Vito Lo Capo in mezzo ad un’acqua turchese. Oggi ci aspettano 34 miglia verso Palermo. La navigazione procede serena, facendo però slalom tra una nassa e l’altra. Questa cosa che in pescatori possano lasciare “boe” (molto spesso anonime bottiglie) in mezzo al mare con un cordino che va sul fondo è assurda. Prenderlo nell’elica significa che il motore si spegne, devi fare un tuffo e andare a tagliare la sagolina. Se fa bello va tutto bene, in caso di mal tempo puó diventare un’operazione davvero pericolosa. Oggi, per esempio, ne abbiamo evitate 4 all’ultimo. Comunque. Luna Rossa oggi diventa la protagonista! Seguiamo @lunarossachallenge guidata dal grande @maxsirena4 nelle regate preliminari precedenti all’imminente Louis Vuitton cup. Forza ragazzi!! Arriviamo a Palermo e vediamo una barca familiare, un altro first 47.7 che scopriamo essere di Salvo! Un nuovo amico che ci segue e che ci lascia gentilmente il suo posto barca. Che incontri meravigliosi stiamo facendo nel nostro ritorno a casa. Andiamo in città con un taxi, facciamo due passi in centro e torniamo con un altro taxi che è tutto un programma: sedile posteriore ergonomico per allenare gli addominali, spie del cruscotto che vanno a piacere. A domani ragazzi! Andrea Ps: la canzone è del nostro amico @andcerrato, appena uscita. Se non lo seguite ancora vi consigliamo caldamente di farlo, perché per noi è uno dei più bravi cantautori italiani del momento ♥️

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