Sail the Indian Ocean

Remote yet Accessible: the Islands of the Indian Ocean

The Indian Ocean offers the Seychelles, one of the greatest charter sailing destinations around.

If you are willing to do that extra bit of travelling to get there, a trip to these exquisite tropical islands makes the effort worthwhile. Then take your holiday adventure to the next level. Climb aboard a charter boat, get up close to a multitude of unspoilt and remote locations on, off and in the water. Come away with a unique and unforgettable lifetime experience. 

The Best Indian Ocean Charter Sailing Destination

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    Sailing charter versus resort stay: comparing the costs

    A sailing holiday frequently combines with a land-based resort stay. How many nights aboard charter boat and how many nights onshore, or foregoing one or the other due to cost, is often a discussion point. So we did an exercise on the price comparisons between boat and resort. The cost benefits of a sailing holiday are clear

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