The Vendee Globe 2016-2017. This sailing race is ongoing at the time of writing. Those that are ‘in the know’ have been glued to the internet. The current race is fast, very exciting and in its closing stages. It has been brilliantly covered by the internet and the Vendee Globe organizers. The author is going to encourage you to get involved and to explain what the Vendee Globe is all about.
Ensign Etiquette
Ensign etiquette is derived from UK flag etiquette. It combines both law, what you must do, and maritime tradition, which covers the expected standards of behaviour within the seafaring community.
Sailing Dating Tips
Sailing Dating Tips for Lovesail Members
Dating a sailing enthusiast can be both exciting, fun and even life-changing. Here are a few sailing dating tips for Lovesail members new to dating or just a bit rusty:
More Winter Crewing Posts
Here are some more winter crewing posts that Lovesail members have posted in the crewing section of the site. If you are interested in any of them then just log into your Lovesail account and click on the Crewing section at the top of the page. If you are not a member of Lovesail yet then why not join our friendly sailing community.
Squalls
Squalls: What Are They? Look out, there’s a squall coming your way! Squalls can occur in any hemisphere as a sharp and sudden increase in wind speed. They’re often associated with sudden weather changes such as rain showers or thunderstorms, and they can also occur ahead of snowstorms. A squall brings a sustained increase in … Read more
The Pilgrim’s Passage
Every autumn, thoughts often turn to the Pilgrims who sailed from Britain in 1620 to begin a new life in America. The story of the Mayflower is well known, but it can feel distant
Hammock History
Hammock History: From Jungle Origins to Naval Tradition
For centuries, the hammock has provided sailors with a practical and ingenious sleeping solution below deck. Easily rigged and stowed, a hammock is a simple structure made from fabric or netting suspended between two fixed points.
Excellence of Dart Skippered Charter
The Excellence of Dart Skippered Charter on a Luxury Yacht
UK Circumnavigation
Learn to sail, take the helm, hone your skills, build your experience, crunch some hours and/or just relax and have fun with your friends aboard the 58-foot luxury sloop Excellence of Dart.
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