By Frank & Claire Wilson

The complete guide to taking a yachting holiday abroad. The skills you need, how to book, and what to do if things go wrong.

240x171mm 128p 120 photos. Pb

RRP £9.95 OUR PRICE £8.99

By Chris Caswell

Sail and Power

Whether you charter alone, with a skipper or in a flotilla, Caswell offers advice on everything from choosing the right cruising area, a good company and selecting a suitable boat, to dealing with common problems encountered on charters.

254x178mm 224pp, 50 photos, hardback

The Start of Flotilla Sailing and What Happened Next in the Ionian Sea
By M. Jakeways
2009
This book traces the history of flotillas; how they originated, how new cruising areas were opened up and new companies formed. Contributors include the pioneers of flotilla sailing, who recall what they called 'the time of our lives': managers in some of the companies, skippers or engineers in charge of the boats, and clients. The second part of the book looks in detail at changes in some villages and harbours of the Ionian Sea, an area where much of the development has occurred through the influence of the boats rather than land-based tourism. It draws on conversations with taverna owners who remember the early days. Every page has coloured reproductions from the original brochures and cruising guides, and in the Ionian section modern photos are set alongside equivalent views from the early days.

Pb. 128pp

Academy of Maritime Training

This DVD follows a couple about to set sail in the spectacular Whitsunday Islands, as they navigate their way past the common pitfalls often encountered by those chartering on their own for the very first time.

Shot in High Definition video in both PAL and NTSC formats, this DVD explores topics such anchoring, navigation, boat handling, mooring, radio procedures, heavy weather, reefing sails, boat systems and more, imparting essential information to first timers before they take to the helm.

by Rod Heikell
Yacht Charters Around the World

This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge and experience, recommending types of charter, best types of boat, as well as essential information about the world's cruising areas.

Taking a practical approach, he explains everything prospective charterers need to know before setting sail: visas required, healthcare, money, and what to expect from foreign harbours and anchorages. At the heart of the book is a country by country round-up of charter areas around the world with pros and cons, best times to go, wind and sea conditions, harbours and anchorages, eating out, safety, documentation requirements and getting there. Each area is illustrated with a map and colour photos.

Pb, 224 pp, 234x156 mm. Colour photos and maps throughout.

RRP £16.99, OUR PRICE £13.99