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Features & Articles Directory Marlin Fishing Yacht Chartering in Greece - A Few Things to Consider When to Go The sailing season in Greece lasts from March to early November. During the Spring months, the weather during the day varies from cool to warm and is usually cool at night. The sea ... Author: Emmanuel Mendonca CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE An engine problem destroyed by sailing holiday. What shall I do? Nobody likes to run into problems whilst on holiday, but the very nature of a yacht charter holiday does demand that you have to cope with the sea - which is always unpredictable (hence "sea" being of ... Author: Alexander Vournas CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Who Wants to Be a Yachtie - Excerpt from "The Yachtie Bible" International travel is easier today than it has ever been, given enough money and time. Trouble is, most of us have a hard time saving the money, and once we have that together we struggle to find th ... Author: Kim Davis CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Yacht Charter From Rhodos Base - Dodecanese The most famous of the Dodecanese, beautiful and famous for its mixed lifestyles, Rhodos has contributed the Colossus, a huge statue which stood at the port's entrance, to the seven wonders of the ... Author: Yannis Moraitis CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Sailing Itineraries p>SAILING ITINERARIES IN GREECE - A PROPOSAL Bellow you may find some itinerary suggestions for your sailing holiday ... Author: Yannis Moraitis CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Greek Food A meal in Greece is highlighted with a selection of hot and cold plates known as mezedes. Soups are few but they are meals by themselves. - The main course is a boiled or grilled meat/fish. T ... Author: Yannis Moraitis CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE The Rise and Rise of Croatia For Sailing Holidays In the 1980s, Croatia - then part of Yugoslavia - built up a sizeable yacht charter industry. It was never then on the scale to rival long time favourite Greece, but it was large enough to get itse ... Author: Christopher Longmore CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Winter Holidays Sailing Destinations in the Caribbean Although the sailing season in the South Eastern Mediterranean runs from mid-May to the end of October, there is still significant demand from European sailors for charters in waters warm during th ... Author: Christopher Longmore CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE The Skipper on a Charter Yacht The skipper is the heart of every floating vessel on earth. His word is (or should be) law to everybody on board. Yet, on a pleasant sailing holiday with your friends it can be deemed as unpleasant ... Author: Alexander Vournas CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE How To Enjoy Croatia 1. Why Croatia ? Croatia is the closest Mediterranean destination to central Europe. It takes 2 hours by plane from London, 45 minutes from Munchen... Croatian natural beauties are significan ... Author: Neven Grubisic CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Sailing Hints & Tips I spend almost all my summers sailing around the Greek islands. With this small article I would like to share some sailing hints with you that will help you enjoy the most out of your sailing holidays ... Author: Yannis Moraitis CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Great Exuma Island is the Perfect Caribbean Honeymoon Destination For many newlyweds, deciding on where to spend their honeymoon vacation is as important as the wedding itself. A Caribbean honeymoon is a popular choice, but which one of the islands will make your "d ... Author: Fred Coolridge CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Looking for a Cruise for the Kids? Here is Your Plan for an Enjoyable Vacation! So you're looking for a cruise for the kids but aren't quite sure about how to ensure an enjoyable trip for all? Here are the must do's and tips to help ensure everyone enjoys a 'Trip of a Lifetime'!< ... Author: Paul Bechel CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Sailing Multihulls Part 2: The Disadvantages Disadvantages-- In serious wind and seas, a monohull sailor can, if absolutely exhausted and no longer able to steer, strike all sail, lock all hatches, and go below to wait it out and hope for the be ... Author: Linda Cullum CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Sailing: Multihulls-Catamarans andTrimarans History -The catamaran is one of the oldest types of craft known. The word Catamaran has its origin in Malayan language -- Catu (to tie) and Maran ( log). Early Polynesians would lash two large canoes ... Author: Linda Cullum CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Boston’s Seaport Hotel on the HIstoric Harbor Boston’s Seaport Hotel Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/ ... Author: Kriss Hammond CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Seychelles- Sitting Pretty Among Top Beach Destinations Almost every description of the Seychelles appears to be a bit over the top. Is it only the easily impressed who get to visit and write about the Seychelles? The magic of these islands is however real ... Author: Andrew Muigai CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Mossel Bay - A small harbour town with a lot of muscle! Named “Mossel Bay” by the famous Dutch navigator Paulus van Caerdon, whose crew consumed huge amounts of tasty molluscs after landing here in 1601. Today, this coastal town's famous muscles are prized ... Author: Gregory Hudson CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE The Wauwinet Resort -Nantucket Island’s Elegant Hideaway The Wauwinet Resort -Nantucket Island’s Elegant Hideaway Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http: ... Author: Jim Hollister CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Nassau, Bahamas – Great City Beach Hotels at Cable Beach Nassau, Bahamas – Great City Beach Hotels at Cable Beach Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com To read this entire feature FREE with photos cut and paste this link: http: ... Author: Jon Callahan CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Smooth Sailing (Selling) In The Second Half of The Year You can make a difference in the second half! You can't do it by doing the same things the same way. You can make a difference in the second half every year! You can do it by thinking differe ... Author: Jim Meisenheimer CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Simple Things for the “Sailing Life” Owning a boat has an oxymoronic quality to it. “The simple life” can be pretty complex--I think of it as having a plane, a car, and a house compressed into a very small space. This specialized envi ... Author: Kerry S. Mason CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Setting Sail to Your Destination Whether taking on a new project, starting a new job, beginning a new relationship, retiring, relocating, or any new start, setting sail can be the most exciting and exhilarating part of the journey. T ... Author: Coach Pat Morgan CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Sailing Theory, Sailing Terms and Weather Sailing Theory The sum of all wind pressure on the sail is called wind force. The center of that force, which is above the water, is called the center of effort (CE). The center of the force be ... Author: Linda Cullum CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Tarpon Fishing and Catching The Elusive Silver King - Megalops Atlanticus Learn more about this magnificent ocean creature at http://www.tarpon-fishing-i.com/. Growing to lengths of more than eight feet and weighing more than 280 pounds, it is easy to see why the t ... Author: Greg Smith CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Caribbean Stopover at St. Thomas of the U.S. Virgin Islands One of the most popular ports of call for Caribbean cruise ships is St. Thomas, one of the U.S. Virgin Islands. On the three Caribbean cruises that I took so far, two of them included a stopover in St ... Author: Clint Leung CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Spain´s Beaches - You´re Spoilt For Choice Spain offers the visitor over 4,000 kms of coastline where s/he can enjoy shining sun and sapphire seas in wonderful settings. And what a choice of sands! Golden sands, white sands, g ... Author: Linda Plummer CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Valencia Spain - Land of Orange Groves Capital of the Comunidad Valenciana this vibrant city is famous for being the place where El Cid (Spain´s national hero) fought against the Moors. Situated close to the Mediterranean Se ... Author: Linda Plummer CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Barcelona Spain - That Sensational Second City of Spain What more could you want out of life than a tremendous trip to Barcelona?! Second city of Spain and major Mediterranean port, bustling Barcelona incorporates a delightful historic mix of ... Author: Linda Plummer CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Diving in the Ustica Islands Although it is not commonly known as a diving destination, Sicily, in Italy, does offer a great diving area which is the Ustica Islands. The Ustica Islands is a very beautiful area for divers to visit ... Author: Jakob Jelling CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Tips on Buying a Boat: Seven Tips on What You Should Look For When Investing In Watercraft I discovered sailing many years ago and found it to be a wonderful way to enjoy time with friends and family as well as a way to get away from the office and become totally entranced and absorbed w ... Author: Keith Binnersley CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Caribbean Islands To Fit Your Lifestyle Choosing the right island can definitely make the difference in your vacation experience. Many travelers assume the islands of the Caribbean are all the same, with great beaches, plenty of sun and ... Author: Linda Thompkins CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Monaco Yachts Sea and rich people: where else to find a better combination than in Monaco! A real yacht parade can be admired throughout the year in the Hercule Port besides the local yearly yachting events. Fr ... Author: Laura Ciocan CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Rules of the Road...Who has the Right of Way? The Right of Way rules do not technically come into effect between boats until there is the possibility of collision. Sailboats should never get so close to each other so that a risk of collision exis ... Author: Linda Cullum CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Running Aground! RUNNING AGROUND AND GETTING OFF In every sailor's life lurks the inevitability of an eventual grounding. If you're a sailor and you haven't yet run aground, chances are very good that one day y ... Author: Linda Cullum CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Boat Timeshares - A Unique Vacationing Experience If you’ve dreamed of sailing the seven seas, but don’t necessarily have the bank account to buy a luxury vessel, don’t despair. There are ways to make that dream happen without breaking your bank. Author: Dana Sanders CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE SO YOU'RE THINKING ABOUT FINANCING A BOAT... Once you've made your decision to buy a boat the first thing that usually crosses your mind is, "How am I going to pay for it." The majority of purchases involve some level of boat financing, whether ... Author: Tom Schumacher CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Boat Refinancing Tips and Advice How great is it to save money on something that you already own? In today’s market that is a real possibility. Interest rates have remained at low levels for the last couple of years and the refinance ... Author: Tom Schumacher CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Night Boat Fishing Checklist Boat Fishing At Night Checklist Here is an easy checklist of items you will need before you head out for a night fishing trip. ** Two Flashlights with new batteries in each. -Sure en ... Author: Daniel Eggertsen CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Seven Perfect Days in Aruba Aruba … If this word makes you think of Paradise, of pristine beaches and a vibrant nightlife, of beautiful sites and perfect weather, you won’t be disappointed. Aruba is a charming contradicti ... Author: Y. Smolyansky CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE "Reel In" the Perfect Fishing Vacation Do a web search to plan a fishing vacation and you will find hundreds of thousands of sites. Planning a fishing vacation, whether to your local lake for a day or off to Belize for a 15 day exotic excu ... Author: Larry Denton CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Landing That Ideal Fishing Vacation Planning a fishing vacation, whether to one of your local lakes for a day or two or off to Brazil for a 15 day exotic excursion, can be a trying experience. How do you narrow down the choices to f ... Author: Larry Denton CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE The Dominican Republic - Almost a Tropical Paradise (Permission is freely granted to use this article so long as our about the author/resource box remains at the end of this article with all links live.) The Dominican Republic is not quite a tro ... Author: Ruth Ramos CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Big Game Fishing – Marlin and Billfish in Costa Rica Big Game Fishing – Marlin and Billfish in Costa Rica Read Jetsetters Magazine at www.jetsettersmagazine.com Read this entire feature FREE with photos at http://jetsettersmagazine.com/arc ... Author: Kriss Hammond CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE Hawaii Sport Fishing If you're coming to experience Hawaii sport fishing, you have one heck of an adventure awaiting you! Anglers from all over the world journey to these deep blues waters teeming with trophy fis ... 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