The international boating license question Thinking of taking sail across Europe? Depending on your situation, you may need a boating licence to do so. A boating licence is generally not a requirement when renting a vessel along with a guide. The guide (skipper) is...

Our long, supposed to be refreshing beach trips or boat parties usually end up being a disappointment because of two major problems that we do not take precautions for: the sun and motion sickness. These two often occur on trips and parties when we least expect them...

For a safe, easy and enjoyable sail, it is a must for the sailors to be a part of the boat, for which it is mandatory to know the nautical terms. It is also very necessary to be safe while onboard. Imagine, while on a cruise, you hear the people around you talking in...

To learn the basics of sailing would be the first step for any beginner. There are many ways one can learn to sail like: Signing up for a formal course Learning from an experienced sailor Get a hold of a boat and teach yourself through trial and error Learn Sailing...

What comes to the minds of many people when they are invited to a party is mainly not the venue but the fun, the thrill and the celebrations. Considering that many parties happen in the evenings, people always think of evening wear and something that can look...

What type of boat makes for a really good outing? Going fishing? Prefer watersports? At Samboat, one of the questions we receive most frequently is what type of boat should a person rent for their thrilling vacation. Obviously, this depends on a lot of factors and...

Everyone has the dream of sailing in iconic sailing spots around the world. The old adage rings true in that the grass always looks a little greener on the other side of the fence. And after all, the joy of sailing is discovering new lands and going on new adventures....