5 Things You Should Know About Sailing Vacations
Considering a sailing vacation is often just a far off fantasy for plenty but once you obtain the confidence through your sailing education it feels l…
Category: Charter
Operating a Dinghy Safely and Responsibly
Dinghies are an integral part of sailing for the charter customer or for the cruiser who hopes to step onto shore once they reach their desired destin…
Bareboat Charter Checklist
It was not that long ago that I boarded my first ever bareboat charter. The excitement with which we approached the catamaran is something I still fee…
Sailing Arabella with American Sailing
There are eight sails on Arabella, and when she is fully outfitted to move in the wind, she is majestic. When you see her from shore, you ponder what …
Considering a Catamaran Charter? Know The Language
If you are considering a charter there is a good chance you’ll be thinking about a catamaran for your sailing vacation. While you should pick up ASA…
Sailing Guadeloupe with Sea Dog Sailing
Ahhh Oui! Guadeloupe American Sailing Captain and CEO of Sea Dog Sailing, Stacey Brooks, sails Guadeloupe and wants to share her experience with fello…
Channel Islands Class/Flotilla with Blue Pacific Yachting
Have you wanted to sail the Channel Islands of California? This May, American Sailing School Blue Pacific Yachting is organizing two flotillas to the…
2022 Sailing Adventures with American Sailing
Do You Need Sailing Vacation Inspiration This year, join American Sailing as we sail to destinations near and far. From the tropical waters of the Bri…
11 Tips For Bareboat Cruising
Night sailing is a bit of a different animal so we’ve cobbled together seven tips to keep in mind as you sail off into the wild black yonder.
Bareboat Charter: St. Martin Itinerary Tips
St. Martin, Anguilla and St. Barth Sailors have long been known to frequent St. Martin for the endless beaches and combination of French and Dutch cul…
Exploring the Chesapeake Bay
Exploring the Chesapeake Bay During the Arabella Cruise By Gwen Mayes American Sailing has partnered with the Manhattan Yacht Club to offer charter cr…
Flotillas: Advanced Concentrated Learning and Fun!
Being part of a flotilla is the perfect way to test your new sailing skills with the safety net of having someone more experienced on hand if you need…
ASA Member Event: Arabella Grand Tour 2021
The first Grand Tour of New England aboard Arabella is almost complete. What started out as a trip that Hurricane Henri was threatening to cancel has …
Charter Sailboat Resources
You might be daydreaming about a sailing vacation so we have put together a resource to help you plan your next great sailing adventure. Whether you …
Your First Charter Sailing Vacation
Planning your first Sailing charter vacation can be as easy as asking; Where do you want to sail? Who is going to sail with you? How much do you want …
The Charter Quiz
Do you have the urge to put your sailing education to use on a bareboat charter? Are you considering a crewed charter? Test your knowledge with this q…
Ready to Bareboat Charter in the BVI?
Getting aboard your bareboat charter is the goal when you get your ASA sailing certifications. Where do you begin? For many, it is a sailing vacation …
Is An ASA Flotilla Right For You?
You have earned your ASA Sailing certifications, you daysail regularly and now you want to reach the next level in your sailing experience. The flotil…