After surviving a storm in harbour while moored in Sicily, Trevor McIlwaine asks himself - do I really like to be beside the seaside?
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City breaks: 10 of the best by boat
City breaks by boat allow sailors to get a unique perspective as they sail into the coastal cities of Great Britain and Ireland. Yachting Monthly experts reveal their favourites
Bird watching by boat: 10 of the best places in the UK & Ireland
Seabirds and sailors have always shared a special kind of bond. Our experts reveal the top locations to go bird watching by boat in Great Britain and Ireland
Seagrass restoration trial begins in Falmouth Harbour
Falmouth Harbour Commissioners is taking steps to protect the Flushing seagrass bed and is seeking feedback from sailors
How to raft up safely and securely
James Stevens looks at the seamanship and etiquette needed to raft up and identifies the benefits and pitfalls of coming alongside