Starlink has changed boat internet, but using it on boats in 2026 is not always simple. This guide explains what cruisers should check before they sail, from availability and Roam vs Maritime plans to in-motion rules, power use, mounting, and backup internet options.

Sailing with dogs sounds lovely, but every boat dog owner eventually faces one very practical question: where does the dog go to the toilet? This guide explains the main options, from shore trips and pee pads to artificial grass, deck training, cleaning, and long-passage routines.

AIS helps boats see each other, but it can also be received by coast guards, port authorities, and maritime traffic services. This guide explains how AIS tracking works, who may see your boat, and what sailors should understand before assuming they are invisible.

Children often start sailing in small boats, clubs, summer courses, or family cruising boats. This guide explains the most popular sailing sports for kids, including Optimist, Laser, Splash, RS Feva, windsurfing, wing foiling, and relaxed family sailing.

Turkey is one of the Mediterranean’s most popular liveaboard and wintering areas, but not every marina suits long-term boat life. Here are some of the best marinas in Turkey for liveaboards, from Marmaris and Finike to Didim, Kuşadası, Kaş, Göcek, and Turgutreis.

Keeping a dog safe on a sailboat is about more than a life jacket. This post looks at hot decks, shade, water, boarding, routines, and what really helps dogs feel secure on board.