“Mal de mer” is a common problem offshore and can spoil the most pleasant cruises. Here’s an overview on common measures against it. 1.) Mind your diet before you fall ill: Seasickness is not directly concerned with any type of diet, but feeling generally fit and healthy is. Avoid heavy meals before and during your…
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Man Overboard – What To Do Next?
Falling overboard is one of the greatest fears experienced sailors have while making a passage on their boats. While newcomers to sailing may think falling overboard is no big deal, given the relatively slow speed that a sailboat is traveling, in reality it is often a life or death situation and many sailors have died…
Going GREEN with Electrical OUTBOARDS
Torqeedo Travel 503/1003 is ideal for Tenders, Dinghies & Daysailors. It has integrated lithium-manganese high performance battery, weight from 11.4 kg (25 lbs), it is foldable, fits into waterproof travel pack and its power is comparable to 2 HP gasoline outboard! The revolutionary boat drive: ultra lightweight, ultra mobile & ultra strong, the foldable Torqeedo…
Visiting A Boat Show? Here Are Some Tips!
Experts agree the best time to buy a boat is during the off-season. They also agree that boat shows are great opportunities for boaters to get special deals and incentives on new boats, as well as meet dealers and manufacturers. If you aren’t in the market to buy a boat yet, just have fun and…
When Is The Best Time To Buy A Boat?
One question most boaters ask is: When is the best time to buy a boat? The answer: The best time to buy a boat is during the off-season, according to experts across the boating industry. Conversely, the best time to sell a boat is at the beginning of boating season when demand is high. According…
Transumers: Buyers Of Charters & Fractional Yacht Ownership
Consumers Invest in Assets, Transumers Invest in Experiences! Wealthy people today do not only invest in assets- but in experiences. Experience is becoming more important than ownership. ‘Fractional ownership’ is a shared-ownership structure that allows people to buy only part of a costly item. Today there are many ways to have a fractional lifestyle. One such…
Decoding the Lifestyle of Luxury
Like so much else in modern life, luxury seems to have slipped its moorings! Once upon a time we knew where we were. Luxuries were what the monarchy and aristocracy consumed: houses in the country, staff to serve you, big cars, weekends in the South of France, caviar and champagne and gold plated taps… What…
Why A Boat And Not A Car !
“Sailing must be the most underrated sport of all time. Although it does not have the instant gratification of motorized sport sought by adrenaline junkies or the forced mate-ship of team games, sailing has long term rewards that far exceed either. Non-sailors seem to view sailing with suspicion as some mysterious art-form that must be…
Sailing Lessons: Lessons for Life!
There are various sports, hobbies and other recreational activities parents urge their children to take up. These play a vital role in their personality and overall development. Are you on the lookout for an activity that would offer your child the complete package deal? Inculcate in him various qualities, teach him self reliance and resilience…
Yachting Etiquette: Mind Your Manners While Chartering A Yacht!
Some may underestimate the importance of proper yachting etiquette, but following simple rules can be a matter of safety as well as respect. When chartering a yacht, you may feel luxuriously spoiled, as the crew’s number one goal is to please you. Even though they are there to “serve” you, remember, they are not your…
Watching Boats Fly @ The Extreme Sailing Series 2017
Talk about enhanced competition and an unforgettable spectator experience, we, at IndiaYachtPage.com caught the first leg of the Extreme Sailing Series that took off last month in Muscat, Oman on March 8-11, 2017. The Extreme Sailing Series is held on the sport’s fastest, most hotly contested circuits. It is an annual global racing series, organised by…
Regal 29 OBX Named Boat Of The Year 2016
The Regal 29 OBX outboard-powered bowrider is Boating magazine’s 2016 Boat of the Year, competing against more than 100 2016-model-year boats and four finalists for the prize. Boating’s Tech Team, a group of experts with a combined 75 years of boat-testing experience, tested 137 boats throughout the year on criteria including innovation, technology, safety, performance and style…
Are You Cool Enough To Go Sailing In The Summer?
It is time to get you summer ready for Sailing! With temperatures soaring, we show you how to keep yourself cool while sailing in the summer heat. We all agree that when it comes to sailing in the harbour, hot weather kills our enthusiasm for this wonderful recreation. Heat leads to a rise in the body’s core temperature,…
The A-to-Z Of Owning A Sailboat With Anahita Cassinath
Does the sport of sailing fascinate you? Are you drawn to this beautiful recreation without having even experienced it? Do you dream of owning a sailboat one day and starting an adventure of a lifetime? Well my friend, all we have to say is that this ‘one day’ is not very far away. This is exactly…
Croatia – Your Yacht Charter Holiday Destination For The Summer
The number of top quality – not to mention FUN – events means that Croatia is proving to be the festival destination in mainland Europe. There’s also something for everyone, whether you want a pop & rock event; a huge stadium festival with big name DJs; EDM; a boutique and laid-back festival by the sea; partying day…
The Beach Box In Mandwa Is The Official Weekend Hangout!
The Mandwa jetty has lots to keep you engrossed. You now don’t need to plan ahead for a vacation or head into Alibaug for a day at the beach. To escape the monotony of the city, just hop on to a ferry and drop by for a memorable evening by the sea. All that’s required is a 45…
The 2nd Goa Nautical Conference Sets Focus On Marine Tourism
The 2nd Goa Nautical Conference organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry was attended by over 80 delegates from across India, held at the Cidade de Goa Hotel in India on the 18th of March 2017. The conference had a strong emphasis on Marine Tourism with three key sessions on infrastructure, the new pleasure craft rules for India…
How To Get Rid Of An Old Boat
Ever wonder what happens to boats when they get old? When a yacht has been pre-owned several times until it can be of use no more, what are the options an owner has in discarding it? You’ve probably never driven past or even heard of a boat junkyard. We’ve all seen a couple of storage yards…
Discover Sailing In The Mumbai Harbor With L. Sails
While there are loads of things to do in Mumbai, when your friends and relatives visit, treat them to something that’s truly exceptional! A two hour sailing experience on the J80, an international class sailboat, is the best way to enjoy the Mumbai harbor as you sail over the calm waters of the Arabian Sea along the city…
The Caribbean Monito: A New Take On Superyacht Life Below 500 GT
The largest fast displacement motoryacht in Moonen’s Caribbean line is the 49.50-metre / 162 ft Monito, which in Spanish means handsome and beautiful. As you can see, this is a superyacht that truly lives up to her name, offering you the finest in private luxury. The Monito concept is Moonen’s response to requests for the…