Thinking of sailing, a quote by Richard Henry Dana Jr. always tends to come to mind:"Then, with all her sails, light and heavy, and studding-sails, on each side, alow and aloft, she is the most glorious moving object in the world".A sailboat is, to me, a living monument to another time - distinctly Hemingwayian in nature, when things were much simpler. I've always had grand notions of trans-Atlantic voyages and Mediterranean...more
Talk about a yacht to the inexperienced, and they will portray an image in their minds of a stunning boat with a huge cruise, sailing regally out in the ocean. Yachts come in a range of styles and dimensions.There are yachts as small as 15 ft and as elongated as 200 ft. They can either be motorized by sail or by motor electric or else diesel. A number of them are power-driven by a blend of both motor and sail.Yachts were usually...more
Sydney is one of the most beautiful locations in Australia and one of the most happening places in the world, and it has no dearth of venues and locations for all kinds of parties, events and celebrations. Having said that, one would like to mention that Sydney Harbour being the best attraction in Sydney is also the most ideal, memorable and untiring setting for any party, event or celebration in Sydney! And the best way to make the most of the beautiful setting of the harbour is to charter a boat for the party and get the ultimate experience of the harbour!Be it day or night, Sydney Harbour looks absolutely spectacular. The world famous icon of Sydney, Sydney Opera House, sits daintily overlooking the harbour. The white cluster of oyster shell-shaped rooves of the Opera House shine in the light of day, and the icon itself is like a pearl, set as it were, amidst the waves of the sparkling waters of the harbour. In the night, the strategic lighting on the icon accentuates the seductive curves of the Opera House riveting the eye of the onlooker on its amazing beauty! And there is no better way than being on the decks of a cruise boat that glides past the Opera House to...more
It is important to conduct some maintenance checks before setting out the boat to sail as this helps prevent any damage that may occur or lead to the boat sinking. Pre launch i. Papers for registration need to be on board ii. The signaling system or horn should be present and in good...more
The Dutch Sailing girl Laura Dekker, who was in the media last year for her idea to be the youngest sailor ever to sail non-stop around the world, is still going. At the beginning of November she will continue her trip around the world.The Dutch Sailing girl Laura Dekker has gotten a lot of media attention last year for her idea to be...more
So you're interested in sailing but don't know where to start. The following list provides a few different ways you can start discovering more about this great sport, but we strongly recommend that beginners take classes from a certified sailing school:Through friends. Some of Peter's friends introduced him to sailing in his teens. Your first taste of the sport may be aboard a friend's boat. But unless your friend is a certified sailing instructor with plenty of free time to dedicate to your education, you should probably just enjoy the ride and plan on getting your first formal training from a professional sailing instructor. By reading books and magazines. Many books have been written on all aspects of sailing — from sailing basics to classic sea adventures. A number of great sailing magazines offer a combination of instruction, entertainment, and feature stories for the sailor. Our favorite is Sailing World because it focuses on the racing aspect of the sport (and Peter is the editor at large). Some other great national magazines in the United States are Cruising World, Sail, Yachting, and Sailing. Like many sports, sailing is part mental and part physical. You...more
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Build Your Own Model Boat - Looking for this? One precious advice for all those who want to build your own model boat is to take note of the details you'll soon find very helpful. Fortunately, there are two ways for you to go here - by...more
Shipping small and large packages in a modern era is easier than previous decades for a number of reasons. Where once upon a time things arrived only via boat or train, the addition of plane delivery has given the civilized world another courier...more
Glaciers, sometimes existing for thousands of years, represent massive, but starkly beautiful, white-and-blue sculptures of ice. All are intriguing, but become even more so when they are only accessible by a single, one-way, rarely...more
Many expert boaters know all too well that that neophytes hardly understand what boat ownership truly means or entails. It would seem that some people buy boats because the idea appears glamorous and exciting. These same folks seldom...more
So you've bought the boat, you have the fishing gear, but what boating equipment do you need to make sure you have a safe and fun trip? Boating equipment is more than just a road and reel. You need several items to make sure you are...more