Sailing Journal: Tips, Guides
Discover expert advice, destination insights, and the latest updates from the sailing world. Our Sailing Journal offers essential tips, requirements and travel advice to help you sail smarter. Curated articles — from local charter regulations to finding the best sailing routes and navigation apps. Stay informed, inspired, and prepared for your next sailing adventure.
12 Knots & Navily: A Smarter Way to Plan Sailing Routes
Smart way to plan you sailing itinerary The internet is full of sailing itineraries. Many of them describe beautiful islands, charming villages, and scenic bays, but often they provide very little practical information for real route planning. For sa…
What Makes the 12 Knots Yacht Charter Platform Different
12 Knots operates as a modern yacht charter platform focused on transparency, verified charter companies, and long-term trust. In a crowded yacht-charter market, technology alone is no longer enough. What truly differentiates a company is values, tra…
Caribbean Bareboat Charter Requirements: Do you need a Sailing License?
Is Skipper License required in the Caribbean? Unlike the strict licensing requirements for bareboat charters in the Mediterranean, most Caribbean destinations do not require official sailing certificates, skipper licenses, or VHF certificates for rec…
Turkey – New Regulations for Accommodation on Charter Boats (2026 Update)
The Turkish Port Authorities have introduced new rules regarding how guest capacity is determined on charter yachts operating in Turkish waters. The regulation specifically addresses the use of communal areas for overnight accommodation and directly …
Yacht Charter Types
Yacht Charter Types – What to Expect All yacht charters and boat rentals fall into one of four categories: bareboat, skippered, crewed, and by-the-cabin (shared) charters. Most sailors understand the general differences, but far fewer know the detail…
Croatia Bareboat Charter Requirements
Bareboat Charter regulations in Croatia Croatia is one of the top charter destinations in the Mediterranean. With 602 islands and islets, the Dalmatian coast offers access to over 6,000 boats available for rent through professional charter companies.…
Changes in BVI Charter Regulations
New Charter Regulations in BVI For years, charter boats have freely cruised between the US and British Virgin Islands with minimal formalities beyond standard customs procedures. However, this is about to change. The Government of the British Virgin …
Requirements for Bareboat Charter in Italy
Requirements for Bareboat Charter in Italy Italian laws governing bareboat charters for recreational sailing and power vessels — particularly for non-residents — can be complex and sometimes confusing. For many years, international sailing licenses i…
Croatia: The Ultimate Sailing and Festival Destination
Croatia: The Ultimate Sailing and Festival Destination in 2025 Croatia is not only one of the world’s top yachting destinations but also a country with an incredibly active cultural scene. Throughout the sailing season, Croatia’s coastline comes aliv…
Yacht Charter Insurance
A Complete Guide to Stress-Free Sailing Sailing is one of the most exciting and rewarding ways to explore the world—but it also comes with certain risks. The sea is unpredictable, charter boats are valuable, and unforeseen events can quickly disrupt …
A Guide to the Best Sailing Destinations in Greece
Where to start your sailing vacation in Greece? Did you know that there are 5,000 boats available for bareboat and crewed charters in Greece, offered by 300 professional yacht charter companies? Yes, that’s a lot to choose from! But let’s break it do…
Martinique – Sailing off the Beaten Path!
Martinique, the second-largest charter base in the Caribbean with around 269 boats available for rent, is also a gateway to some of the most stunning sailing routes in the region, including the Grenadines. While it remains underrated among U.S. trave…
