Yachters World

Toby Hodges takes a look at a new generation of high-performance multihulls, which are sacrificing ultimate speed for luxury, livability, and eco-credentials The world of high-performance cruising catamarans is currently undergoing a radical evolution. For decades, the segment was strictly defined by speed and lightweight, minimalist construction. Now, technological advancement, and a new focus on…

Last weekend the Emirates GBR Team became SailGP season champions. Helmsman Dylan Fletcher talks exclusively to Helen Fretter to explain how “If someone gave you a lottery ticket with a 33 % chance of winning $2m, you’d snap their hand off!” said Dylan Fletcher, helmsman of the Emirates Great Britain Team during last weekend’s SailGP…

Just you and your partner, on a yacht. It’s the dream scenario – but how to ensure you both enjoy it equally? Bluewater sailors share their secrets with Helen Fretter For many cruising couples the liveaboard life is a shared ambition worked and saved towards for years, before setting off together, alone. For others, the…

The new Ultim from Gitana stable sports radical foils and rudders that showcase a truly innovative approach by the team and designer Guilluame Verdier. When the Rothschilds and Gitana team unveil a new boat, they do it properly – and last night the huge team base in Lorient, France, became the theatrical backdrop to the…

The Caribbean offers fascinating sailing grounds far beyond where most sailors venture. Janneke Kuysters on where to go for a true tropical adventure Seen one Caribbean island, seen them all? Not at all: the region offers amazing diversity, from incredible habitats to vibrant cultures. For many cruisers the Caribbean is an extended stopover destination –…

Tragedy after French and Australian cruisers who were sailing from Reunion Island to Durban, South Africa, are discovered dead aboard their yacht in mysterious circumstances Two sailors have been discovered dead on their yacht, while sailing between Madagascar and Mozambique, off Africa’s south east coast in the Indian Ocean. The yacht Acteon is a 50-footer…

Every Black Friday, the market is flooded with questionable stand up paddleboard deals, but we’ve cut through the noise to bring you well-built options from trusted brands Every year when Black Friday rolls around I go on the hunt for good Black Friday stand up paddleboard deals. And every year I’m reminded of just how…

Want to watch the 2025 SailGP Grand Final but don’t know when or where to watch it? Here’s everything you need to know to tune in The Auckland SailGP set a new bar for crowd numbers – organisers will be hoping for 20,000 spectators at Portsmouth this weekend. The SailGP Grand Final is the climax…

Finisterre is turning Black Friday “Blue”! Until Dec 1, every purchase goes towards protecting the oceans. Plus, don’t miss their collab with the RNLI. 10% of all proceeds from these snazzy marine-heritage inspired pieces goes to the RNLI. For the fifth consecutive year, homegrown outdoor brand Finisterre is turning Black Friday… Blue. Over “Blue” Friday,…

Black Friday Walmart boating deals cover watersports activities, with wetsuits, paddleboards, and kayaks on offer O’Neill Men’s Epic 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit. Photo: Walmart Black Friday Walmart boating deals are here and there’s a great opportunity to pick up some discounted gear, including paddleboards. I like Walmart’s offering for people on a budget who…