Stories from the Charterwerk crew
Charterwerk Journal
Bahamas sailing guide 2026 – Exumas and Abacos highlights
Clear-water routes, fees, and itineraries for Exumas and Abacos plus best travel months and boat picks.
Beginner bareboat checklist 2026 – Documents, skills and safety
Everything a first‑time skipper needs: licences, crew briefing, provisioning, navigation apps and safety drills.
Caribbean sailing guide 2026 – BVI to Windwards island hopping
Best season, hurricane considerations, clearance tips and classic itineraries from the BVI to the Grenadines.
Early booking discounts 2026 – How to lock in the best charter price
Save 10–25% with early bird offers, flexible dates and shoulder seasons without sacrificing boat quality.
France sailing guide 2026 – Côte d’Azur and Corsica routes
Itineraries from the French Riviera to Corsica’s wild west coast, including mooring etiquette and marina tips.
What to pack for a yacht charter 2026 – The ultimate checklist
Lightweight, quick‑dry clothing, soft luggage, boat‑safe gear and the small items that make a big difference.
Portugal sailing guide 2026 – Algarve and Azores escapes
Best season, sample routes and marina know‑how for the Algarve, Lisbon coast, Azores and Madeira.
Skippered vs bareboat 2026 – What to choose for your crew
Compare cost, comfort and responsibility to decide between hiring a professional skipper or sailing bareboat.
Spain sailing guide 2026 – Balearics, Costa Brava and Canary Islands
Routes, seasons and must-see anchorages across Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera, and a winter extension to the Canary Islands.
Thailand sailing guide 2026 – Phuket and the Andaman Sea
Monsoon planning, classic island loops, and must‑see anchorages from Phang Nga Bay to the Similan Islands.
Top sailing routes 2026 – The best 7 and 10 day itineraries
Hand‑picked one and two‑week routes for the Mediterranean, Caribbean and beyond with must‑see anchorages.
Türkiye sailing guide 2026 – Bodrum, Göcek and the Lycian coast
Blue Cruise gulets and bareboat routes from Bodrum to Göcek with anchorages, seasonality and marina tips.
Florida & Keys sailing guide 2026 – Miami to Dry Tortugas
Biscayne Bay sandbars, coral reefs in the Keys and a passage to Dry Tortugas with licensing and weather windows.
Sailing Glossary: 50 Terms Every Sailor Should Know
Learn the most important sailing terms used on the water — from bow and stern to tacking, jibing, and safety gear.
How to choose the right charter boat for your crew
Compare catamarans, sailing yachts, motor yachts, gulets and houseboats by comfort, cost, and required experience.
Italy sailing guide 2026 – Amalfi, Sardinia and Sicily routes
Compare the glamour of the Amalfi Coast with wild Sardinian archipelagos and the volcanic Aeolian islands to pick your perfect Italian charter.
Greece sailing guide 2026 – Cyclades and Ionian highlights
Discover peak wind windows, protected anchorages, and two ready-to-sail itineraries covering the Cyclades and Ionian seas.
Croatia sailing guide 2026 – routes, marinas and local insights
Plan a seven or fourteen day charter through Dalmatia with weather windows, must-see anchorages, and Charterwerk specialist tips.