Crewing Posts Spring 2021
Here are just a few of the recent crewing opportunities for Spring 2021 that have been posted on Lovesail by the members. To see these and other log into your account and go the Sailing and Crewing Events Section.
Valentine’s Day traditions
Unusual Valentine’s Day traditions from around the world
Many countries celebrate Valentine’s Day. Whilst in the UK we tend to buy cards, flowers and chocolates for our Valentines, other countries have other Valentine’s Day traditions to show their love to their Valentine.
Unusual Nautical Terms
The language of the sea is rich with colourful expressions. Some have sailed into everyday speech, while others remain little-known gems of maritime history. Here are some of the more unusual nautical terms once heard aboard sailing vessels.
Vegetarian Bolognese
Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce
There is great excitement tinged with sadness in our house this evening. My daughter, of nearly 23 years, is preparing to leave home to live in London!
Crewing Opportunities – Winter 2020
Crewing Opportunities Winter 2020 – Here are a few of our top picks from the crewing section on Lovesail. If you are interested in any of the posts then log into your Lovesail account and either go to the crewing section or contact the member directly.
The Foundations of the East India Company
The 16th century paved the way for the East India Company, which would become one of the most notorious organizations in history. It was a hotbed of naval exploration. Our oceans belonged to Portugal and Spain, as they blazed trails through unchartered seas. Such was their dominance they agreed to split the world in half with the Treaty of Tordesillas, 1494.
Guidelines for Photo Uploads on Lovesail
Here are the guidelines which form part of the Acceptance of Use and Terms and Conditions regarding photos that are uploaded to Lovesail.com
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week
CO Awareness Week Monday 22nd to Sunday 28th November 2021
This week sees Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in the UK, but it’s a timely reminder wherever you are of the dangers of carbon monoxide and why you should be aware of it in confined spaces like a boat.
The Challenger Deep
The Deepest Ocean Area – The Challenger Deep
“…we have better maps of the surface of Mars and the moon than we do the bottom of the ocean. We know very, very little about most of the ocean.” Gene Feldman.
HMS Victory Shipwreck
HMS Victory 1737
When HMS Victory is mentioned thoughts immediately turn to Nelson and the Battle of Trafalgar. However, there is another famous HMS Victory, the predecessor to Nelson’s flagship.
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