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We've learned a lot during the past 10 years of sailing adventures. Check out these guides before your next bareboat trip.

June 9, 2023 . Matt Weidert

American Airlines’ new BVI route has rough start

Dinghy safety in the Exuma Bahamas on a yacht charter
May 7, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Dinghy Safety: 6 Crucial Principles to Follow

The great 2023 Caribbean sargassum blooom
April 12, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Navigating the Great 2023 Caribbean Sargassum Bloom

Pirate's Lair in the Exuma Bahamas on a Exuma Yacht Charter
March 17, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Types of Yacht Charters: 4 Ways to go Sailing

March 6, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Top 10 Bareboat Charter Travel Hacks

Bareboat charter pricing - how is it determined?
February 27, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Bareboat Charter Pricing: How is it Determined?

February 20, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Sailing Songs – The Best Yacht Rock Playlist

Frenchtown Marina in St Thomas, where the Waypoints charter base is located as we prepare for our yacht charter sleep aboard
February 8, 2023 . Matt Weidert

Should you Purchase the Yacht Charter Sleep Aboard Option?

December 12, 2022 . Matt Weidert

What is Boatyball in the BVIs?

Boat Trip Planning - watching the weather models
October 31, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Final Preparations for a Yacht Charter Trip

Mutton snapper caught while trolling in the Virgin Islands
October 28, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Sailboat Fishing Guide: How to Fish from a Sailboat

Fish of the Virgin Islands
October 11, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Fish of the Virgin Islands

mooring mistake with a single line through the pennant eye
July 23, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid on a Yacht Charter Trip

Exuma fishing tips: filleting a wahoo in the Exumas
May 31, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Exuma Fishing Tips: How to Catch More Fish in the Bahamas

example of backwinding while anchored
April 11, 2022 . Matt Weidert

BVI Weather and Marine Forecast Resources for Sailing

Bali 5.4 helm station view
March 21, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Bali 5.4 Review: Our Favorite Yacht Charter Catamaran

Catamaran vs Monohull
March 4, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Catamaran vs Monohull: Why the Cat is Better for Your Sailing Trip

Sail Rocks North anchorage
February 22, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Our Favorite Things to do While Sailing

Fishing in the Virgin Islands
February 5, 2022 . Matt Weidert

BVI Fishing Tips: Here’s Where to Find the Fish

Staniel Cay anchorage near Thunderball Grotto
January 24, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Bareboat Charter Boat Briefing Checklist

Fresh caught lionfish ceviche
January 14, 2022 . Matt Weidert

Lionfish Ceviche Recipe

Planning a boat trip
December 14, 2021 . Matt Weidert

Planning a Boat Trip: Get the Crew Organized

September 8, 2021 . Matt Weidert

The Complete Sailing Trip Packing List: Here’s What to Pack