Top 5 Things to Do on Croatian Sailing Holiday Editor’s Note: This week’s post was written by guest author William Torillo, a professional photographer who recently visited Croatia to shoot on behalf of The Moorings. To view more of Wiliam’s photos, or to learn more about his photography background, please visit his Facebook page. With 3,600 miles of picturesque coastline and more than a thousand islands to its name, Croatia provides a stunning backdrop for a yacht charter holiday. Whether you’re a cultured couple, a fun-loving family or just a group of adventure-seeking friends, u ..read more

Celebrating Our Blue Planet: A Green Charter Guide for World Earth Day   April 22, 2024 – Earth Day! It’s a special day for us to enjoy the amazing places we sail to and to make sure we keep them beautiful. Whether it’s the quiet beaches or lively islands full of different animals and plants, our trips are all about creating memories that last forever. Read more on Our Ocean Promise.  This Earth Day, we invite you to join us in sailing in a way that shows love and respect for nature. Here’s how we can all make a significant difference:   Enjoy the Wind   Choose sailing ov ..read more

The 15 Best Holidays for Grandparents and Grandchildren Skip-generation travel (grandparents taking grandchildren on holiday, hence ‘skipping’ a generation) is one of the top travel trends of 2024, with grandparents looking to create lifelong memories with their grandchildren. Whether your grandchild is celebrating a milestone, you’re supporting with childcare during the School holidays, or you simply want to spend more quality time as a family, there’s no better feeling than taking your grandchildren on holiday.  From Mediterranean hotspots to slices of Caribbean paradise, we are shini ..read more

Power Yacht Charters in Dubrovnik  Get ready to go farther and faster on your next powerboat holiday.   The Moorings is proud to announce that power charters will soon be available in Dubrovnik aboard The Moorings 403PC, from the 2024 summer season. The key to an unforgettable Dubrovnik cruising adventure that is both fast and fun lies right beneath your feet, on a state-of-the-art Power yacht that doubles as a premier holiday platform built for optimal comfort and performance on the water. The Moorings 403PC delivers just that, and more.  This mid-size Power catamaran al ..read more

10 Things You Must do in the Caribbean Islands While the Caribbean might evoke picture perfect images of beautiful beaches and island cocktails garnished with pineapple slices and toothpick umbrellas, there’s far more than meets the eye when it comes to creating the most unforgettable charter adventure here. To capture your best holiday ever, consider including these top ten Caribbean activities in your future travel plans. Grenada’s Underwater Sculpture Park More than 65 sculptures sit peacefully beneath the surface of Grenada’s Moliniere Bay. Ranging in form from a forlorn man hovering ove ..read more

Top 10 Tips For Sailing in St. Martin By Shane Kenny  Editor’s note: This week’s post comes from a distinguished sailor and veteran Moorings charterer – Shane Kenny. As a successful Internet entrepreneur, avid runner, and seasoned traveller, Shane is no stranger to great adventures. We are delighted that he chooses to set sail with The Moorings time and again – in the BVI, Belize, and St. Martin thus far but his bucket list includes Thailand, Bora Bora and the Bahamas. Shane recently chartered in St. Martin and wanted to share his research and experience with The Moorings community ..read more

The Benefits of Chartering a Power Catamaran For decades the yacht charter industry has catered predominantly to sailors, allowing those with proper sailing experience to explore the world as the captain of their own personal yacht in beautiful, exotic destinations. In recent years however, the development of new products has opened the world of yacht chartering to completely new audiences. Enter – the Power Catamaran. A catamaran is a yacht with 2 hulls, as opposed to a traditional single-hull yacht or sailboat, called a monohull. Catamarans have become the preferred yacht type to enjoy cha ..read more

8 Helpful Tips for Provisioning Your Yacht Provisioning your yacht can seem like an overwhelming task — What do we need? How much should we buy? What will stay fresh? There is definitely some strategy involved with choosing the right items to ensure you don’t end up with a surplus of salsa but no tortilla chips for dipping (gasp!). Lucky for you, we’ve been the industry leaders for more than 50 years, and have mastered the art of yacht provisioning. We are happy to share our top tips to ensure your charter holiday is as relaxing and rewarding as possible. 1. Check with your group ..read more

Ancient Allure: Kayaking in Thailand There is something to be said for the appeal of the white-sand beaches and crystalline waters of the Caribbean. Here, the balmy trade winds and quaint beachside bars will always have their place. But if you are looking for something more, something richer and wholly unique, then add Thailand to the top of your travel list. Nestled in Southeast Asia between the neighboring nations of Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia, Thailand is a vibrant destination that is rapidly defining its place on the international travel scene. Best known for its capital city ..read more

Top Tips for Climbing the Pitons The guest post below was written by Paula C, a holiday planner for The Moorings and first-time visitor to St. Lucia. Follow along as Paula highlights the unforgettable hiking journey she experienced while sailing the splendid cruising playground of St. Lucia. St. Lucia is a beautiful mountainous island with stunning views, picturesque beaches, and breathtaking landscapes. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the St. Lucia Pitons are two volcanic plugs on the southwest coast of the island attracting many tourists from all over the world. It is a very popular tra ..read more