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Rhodes Itinerary: A week sailing in the Dodecanese Islands

This unforgettable cruise in the Aegean Sea will take you to historical sites, paradisiacal beaches and traditional villages. You will never forget this holiday sailing in the Dodecanese Islands, the best islands of Greece.   DAY 1: Rhodes Rhodes is the most important island of the Dodecanese. Famous for its medieval town and its knights’ quarter, Rhodes is an excellent starting
03/10/2022

A day on a boat in the Algarve region of Portugal

The Algarve region of Portugal is famous for the sea caves that have been formed along the coastline. Renting a boat is the only way to access these natural rock formations. If you wish to enter these caves, we recommend that you rent a small RIB boat. The Algarve region is located in the very south of Portugal. Famous for its dry and warm climate, you will certainly fall under the spell of it
03/10/2022

Explore the Canary Islands by boat in 7 days

The Canary Islands are an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean made up of seven main islands: El Hierro, La Gomera, La Palma, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria. For this 300-mile itinerary in the Canary Islands, it is essential to choose the right boat, either a sailing boat or a catamaran with or without a skipper.  The Canary Islands are a paradise for sailing all year ro
03/10/2022

Martinique itinerary: 9 days sailing along the Grenadines

What if we told you that we had the ultimate itinerary to discover the best of the Grenadines in 9 days? This archipelago offers breathtaking exotic landscapes, incredible seabeds and water at 27°C! A true jewel of the Caribbean, the best destination for an incredible trip sailing in the Grenadines. Useful tips  To sail in this area, you don’t need a licence to rent a sailboat or ca
03/10/2022

Itinerary in Guadeloupe – The ultimate route to discover the West Indies

This exotic destination is ideal for a boat cruise around the 7 islands of the Caribbean archipelago. We have prepared an itinerary for you in Guadeloupe. You are free to follow this boat route or take it as an inspiration to create your own. The main island includes Basse-Terre and Grande-Terre, which form the famous butterfly. Pointe-à-Pitre, the main marina and city of the archipelago, is
03/09/2022

Basic sailing terms you need to know

Basic sailing terms are essential for safe and appropriate sailing. Knowing how to use these terms are key to good communication which will allow you to better understand what the situation is onboard. Even if using these terms might sound corny, they have been around for centuries and using them confidently will definitely improve communication while sailing. To help you in your sailing journey,
03/09/2022

Aeolian Islands: 7-day itinerary from Portorosa

In this article, we give you a one week itinerary in the Aeolian Islands in Italy. Be ready to live the Dolce Vita on a sailboat or a catamaran from Portorosa in Sicily.  The Aeolian Islands or Lipari Islands, named after the main island, are a volcanic archipelago north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea in Italy.  Weather conditions in the Aeolian Islands In order to sail in the bes
03/07/2022

Iconic Women in the sailing world

Women sailors have made history by leaving their mark on the sailing world. They have achieved amazing accomplishments and demonstrated their resilience in the most challenging scenarios. Here is our compilation of some of the most inspirational women in the sailing world. They have demonstrated their best skills to achieve excellence as sailors.  Naomi James At the age of 23, she deci
03/07/2022

Tour of Corsica by boat – 10 dream stops

Today, the Samboat crew is setting sail for a tour of Corsica by boat. We have selected 10 ideal stopovers to discover the beauty and diversity of the Corsican coast by boat. From the bay of Saint-Florent to the Cap Corse in the north of the island, set sail on a Mediterranean adventure by renting a boat with SamBoat.  STOP 1 – The bay of Saint-Florent Framed by a white sandy beach a
03/07/2022

Sailing itinerary in Alicante, Spain

The Spanish province of Alicante continues to attract tourists every year. Located along the Costa Blanca, Alicante is a seaside city. During a sailing itinerary in Alicante, you can enjoy miles of beaches and warm, crystal clear waters by renting a boat with SamBoat. The city is also very famous for its nightlife with its terraces; bars and nightclubs. In order to enjoy the warm and turquoise wa
03/04/2022