Aerial view of a Mediterranean cove and its Posidonia seagrass meadows

How to Rent a Boat Responsibly

Renting a boat opens up places you would never discover from shore. A secluded cove accessible only by sea, lunch at anchor away from the crowds, or a day when you completely lose track of time. But with that freedom comes a responsibility: looking after the places...
General Sailing

Whether you’re an experience sailor or it’s your first time, it’s important to fine tune our craft. Find sailing tips to keep you up to date and polished for your next outing.

i-Boating: Get the best navigation route worldwide

i-Boating: Get the best navigation route worldwide

Automatic Slip to Slip Boat Routing in i-Boating Are you not sure about how to find the best navigation route for your next boating holiday? We know that it can be stressful to plan an optimal navigation route between the departure point and your destination. For that...

6 tips to boost your bookings

6 tips to boost your bookings

Renting a boat is practical, user-friendly and above all extremely simple! Today, SamBoat reveals a few tips to boost your bookings and rent your boat quickly.  1 - Take nice pictures of your boat  This is one of the most important aspects! Take your photos in...

Best destinations to rent a canal boat

Best destinations to rent a canal boat

Take a break from the ocean life and rent a canal boat on some of the world’s most picturesque waterways. Scape from your hectic life and bask in the sun on a canal getaway. Choose from one of the top destinations below to start your holiday.  A canal cruise is...

5 best anchorages in Italy

5 best anchorages in Italy

At SamBoat, we came up with a list of the 5 best anchorages in Italy that you can include in your upcoming boating journey! Italy is full of wonderful places to visit, especially if you are looking forward to enjoying a bit of sun with incredible scenery and a taste...

Basic sailing terms you need to know

Basic sailing terms you need to know

Basic sailing terms are essential for safe and appropriate sailing. Knowing how to use these terms are key to good communication which will allow you to better understand what the situation is onboard. Even if using these terms might sound corny, they have been around...

7 books about sailing that every sailor must read

7 books about sailing that every sailor must read

Once again, the SamBoat team got together to list the best books about sailing and adventures at sea. After many heated debates, we were able to agree on a definitive list of must-read books about sailing. A must-have for any respectable sailor out there! Get your...