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Weather is one of the most important things to ensure a pleasant sail

Getting the Most Out of Weather Apps to Keep You Safe at Sea

Learn how to interpret weather apps for sailing. Master model resolution, CAPE, gusts, and coastal physics for safe anchoring.

Windsurfing in Vassiliki

Vasiliki, Greece: A 5-Star Windsurf Spot, A 2-Star Anchorage

Thinking of anchoring in Vasiliki Bay, Lefkada? Read our honest sailor’s guide on windsurfing off the stern, handling "Eric" winds, and staying safe.

Beyond the certificate, managing crew dynamics

Beyond the Certificate: Managing Crew Dynamics on Your First Bareboat Charter

Earning your certificate is only the first step. Learn how to manage different crew dynamics, handle independent command, and avoid early skippering problems.

Split Gates Navionics

The Splitska Vrata Tragedy: Human Factors in Sailing Safety

A technical review of the Splitska Vrata collision, exploring approach geometry, high-speed ferry dynamics, and human factors on the water

All Winds Toolbox develop the tools to make you a better sailor

The All Winds Toolbox: Why Good Skippers Leave “Always” and “Never” at the Dock

Discover why practical seamanship relies on adaptability, not just textbooks. Read the All Winds philosophy on real-world sailing and safety.

Kitesurfing from a sailboat

Windsurfing, Kiting, and Foiling from a Cruising Yacht: Reality vs. Instagram

The Instagram dream of foiling or kiting from a yacht into 20 knots of wind is incredible, but the reality is a logistical[…]

Blauwassergeschichten starting their circumnavigation

Serendipity on the Docks: Pink Sails, Shared Stories, and Vicarious Sailing

While delayed at the dock in Croatia, the All Winds crew had a serendipitous encounter with the Blauwassergeschichten crew before their global circumnavigation.

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 sailing into the sunset - All Winds Adventures

Choosing Your Perfect Charter Yacht: Expert Reviews and Performance Scaling

Finding the perfect boat is a balance of stability, space, and performance. We provide first-hand advice based on our real-world experience at the[…]

Chartering a Sailboat with All Winds Adventures: Your Step-by-Step Guide

Find your perfect All Winds Yacht Charter. Use our expert service for free consultation, boat holding, and best prices. Start now!

From The Alps to the Sea: Coming Full Circle with All Winds Adventures

From the snowy peaks of the Alps to the open waters of the Adriatic, our journey has come full circle. Discover the story[…]

Our First Time Chartering in the Med

Planning your first yacht charter? Get expert tips on preparation, sailing confidence, and what to expect on a bareboat charter in Croatia or[…]

SUP Course

GoPole Dome – Review

Everyone likes to get great holiday snaps, but sometimes it’s nice to get something a bit different. Technology advancements now mean that the[…]

Galicia and Portugal

With a window for a holiday coming up, I tend to spend a lot of time looking at Windguru or Windy to try[…]

Windsurfing Picture using the GoPole Dome

Sardinia

Living in Switzerland, I have long been looking for a “go-to” spot for windsurfing. I’d been to Corsica and had a few sessions[…]