Leaving your boat used to mean guesswork and worry. Now, smart boat monitoring systems give cruisers real-time updates on water levels, motion, and even air quality. In this Tech Talk, Doruk explains how easy-to-install sensors and marine hubs are making remote boat awareness possible — and why human instinct still matters most.

Living aboard through winter doesn’t have to mean cold nights. From diesel to electric and wood stoves, we share what really keeps you warm afloat — practical advice for comfort, safety, and budget.

In this week’s Sailing News November 2025, cruisers prepare for the ARC+, France eases entry rules, Oyster opens a service base in Barcelona, and the Sydney Boat Show highlights new eco-tech for liveaboards. Global stories and easy-to-read updates for everyone living or dreaming the sailing life.

Thinking of wintering your boat in the Mediterranean? Here’s what to expect — from real costs and marina life to the difference between staying afloat or going on the hard. A warm, honest look at what winter feels like aboard, and how to choose the right place for you and your boat.

Boat insurance isn’t just about price. It’s about routes, seasons, skippers, surveys, storm plans, and proof of care. Here’s the plain-English guide many cruisers wish they’d read before a claim.

Greece launches digital marina permits, France upgrades its “Clean Marina” label, and Croatia tests electric charter fleets. This week’s log also covers new Posidonia patrols, solar watermakers, and ocean cleanup progress — fresh, real news for cruisers across the Med.

Quiet, clean, and getting real: we look at where electric boats can already cruise the Med, which marinas offer DC fast charging, and how to plan routes with AC shore power, solar, and smart stops. Friendly, honest advice for skippers curious about going electric.

The Balearic Islands have updated their anchoring and charter rules for 2025. Here’s what skippers and long-term cruisers need to know before the next season.

From Malta’s Middle Sea Race to small-boat adventures, marina upgrades, and new tech — here’s what’s been making waves in the sailing world this week.

When winter arrives, lead-acid batteries need more than luck. In this Tech Talk, Doruk Kocuk shares how to charge, store, and protect them before lay-up — so you don’t wake up to a dead bank next spring.

The Med is tightening its clean-water rules — but how easy is it to follow them? From Turkey’s strict Blue Card to Spain’s eco-moorings, here’s what’s really happening with holding tanks, grey water, and marina pump-outs in 2025.

Autumn may be calm, but the sea never stops moving. From new whale-protection rules in California to marina upgrades, inclusive sailing events, and AI drones mapping the Med — here’s the week’s most inspiring sailing news.

Owning a yacht costs more than most imagine. From marina fees to surprise repairs, here’s a clear look at what yacht ownership really costs per year.

Hauling out always costs more than we think. From storage by the square metre to weekend surcharges and weather delays, here’s what yard bills don’t show—and how to plan better.

From Albania’s open shores to new whale sightings and smart tech for boats — here’s what’s been making waves this week in yachting. October may quiet the harbours, but the stories at sea never stop.

Marine electrical expert shares how to prepare your boat’s electrical system for winter — from battery care and wiring checks to solar tips and bilge pump safety.

Croatia updated its anchoring and dinghy rules for 2025 — here’s what’s new, from anchoring zones and distances to tender use and night lighting requirements.

Monaco wrap, record Cape 31 fleet, RS21 Worlds, Saudi Red Sea push, fresh Starlink launch, EU shore power study, and IMO’s Net-Zero window—your sailing news October 2025.

Living afloat in winter is peaceful, cozy, and full of small joys — from empty bays to friendly marinas. Here’s what makes winter liveaboard life so rewarding.

Choosing a boatyard for winter means asking the right questions: DIY or service help, water, power, rules, costs, comfort, and security. Here’s how to find the right fit.