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Nautical Knowledge

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Here, you’ll find all the tips and information you need to know about renting the right boat for your holiday.

  • Nautical Knowledge

Bareboat vs Skippered Charter: How to Choose the Right One?

  • 4 December 2025
  • Nora
Planning a sailing holiday and hesitating between a bareboat and a skippered charter? Totally normal. On Click&Boat, you can book both options in a few clicks – but the experience…
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Old Sailboat on Chesapeake Bay
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  • 4 min
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What Is a Knot Speed?

  • 4 December 2025
  • Nora
If you spend time on the water, you will hear people talk in knots, not in mph. At first it feels confusing, but the idea is simple. In this guide,…
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Monohull sailboat and catamaran side-by-side comparison
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  • 3 min
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Catamaran vs. Monohull: Which Boat Is Right for Your Trip?

  • 28 November 2025
  • Nora
Planning a sailing holiday and stuck between a catamaran and a monohull (sailboat)? You’re not alone. Both offer amazing experiences on the water, but they feel quite different once you’re…
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Aerial view of boats anchored in a turquoise bay in Thailand
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  • 7 min
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Sailing in Thailand: Routes, Seasons & Essential Tips

  • 27 November 2025
  • Nora
Warm turquoise water, jungle-clad cliffs and tiny white-sand bays you can only reach by boat… sailing in Thailand feels like it was made for island-hopping. Whether you’re dreaming of a…
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Split image comparing bays in Martinique and Guadeloupe with title Martinique or Guadeloupe
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  • 4 min
  • Nautical Knowledge

Martinique or Guadeloupe: Which island should you choose?

  • 25 November 2025
  • Nora
Located in the Caribbean, these two French overseas islands in the Lesser Antilles are famous for their postcard-perfect beaches, turquoise waters and rich marine life loved by holidaymakers. Each has…
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Rope secured to a metal cleat on a small boat at sea
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  • 5 min
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The Sailboat Cleat: A guide to types and uses

  • 24 November 2025
  • Nora
Discover the sailboat cleat, essential for smooth sailing and secure rope management. Dive into materials, types, and uses. Read on to learn more now!
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A sailboat sailing out of a bay with a lighthouse in the background
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  • 6 min
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Essential Marine Navigation Tools and Techniques

  • 24 November 2025
  • Nora
Master marine navigation by learning about essential tools such as compasses, GPS, and apps, and techniques like celestial and satellite navigation.
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Cruising sailboat under full sail at sunset
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  • 5 min
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The Best Sailboats for Beginners

  • 24 November 2025
  • Nora
Discover the best sailboats for beginners. Learn why sailboats are ideal for novices, how to choose the right boat, and explore some of our top recommendations. Start your sailing journey on the right vessel and enjoy the benefits of sailing.
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Family on a white sailing catamaran in turquoise water
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  • 5 min
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What’s a sailboat mast? All you need to know!

  • 21 November 2025
  • Nora
Summarize this post with: If you are an avid sailor, you will understand the importance of knowing about the different parts of a sailboat. There are few things as fundamental…
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boat transom
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  • 5 min
  • Nautical Knowledge

What is a Boat Transom? Your Ultimate Guide!

  • 21 November 2025
  • Nora
Let’s continue with the world of sailboat anatomy, looking at the often overlooked but important transom. We investigate the various types of transoms, their placement, and their composition, and shed…
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