Whether you are our for an afternoon sail or crossing oceans having a happy crew onboard is the single biggest contributor to having a good time out on the water.…
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Expert advice: sailing instruments
Sailing instruments are a key part of our boating experience and have been since before the invention of the chronometer. But there is no denying that as technology evolves sailing…
Expert advice: improvements on deck
When we at Yachting Monthly review new and used boats, one of the key things our testers are looking at is the deck layout and how the setup helps or…
Expert advice: boat navigation
Good seamanship starts with excellent navigation skills. Yachting Monthly experts share their top tips for a smooth passage
Expert advice: boating food
When it comes to boating food what you are likely to eat, or plan on eating, will depend entirely on the sort of sailing or boating you are planning on…
Expert advice: improvements below decks
For all that owning a cruising yacht brings up ideas of cruising under blue skies over azure waters on deck in full sunshine, in truth, a significant amount of time…
Expert advice: mooring a boat
Mooring a boat can be difficult for even the most experienced yacht owner, and for those who are just starting out on their boating journey it can be a, frankly,…
Expert advice: best boat maintenance advice
It may not be anyone’s favourite thing to spend their time doing, but boat maintenance is crucial for any boat owner, to ensure their boat is ready to sail safely…
Expert advice: best boat anchoring advice
When it comes to boat anchoring many different people have their own view on the best boat anchoring techniques to use. Mostly these will revolve around what equipment you use.…
Expert advice: sail handling tips and tricks
Good sail handling can be the difference between a great passage and a frustrating one. Here our experts offer their tips and tricks.