Elliott Wislar’s Blog
The Most Anticipated Sailing Races in the World
The mixture of professional and amateur competitions in the yachting industry are held all across the world. The first known racing event was in Holland before it was introduced to America and England during the 17th century. Since then, various types of competitions...
How Cruise Travel Is Becoming More Sustainable
The global cruise industry is embarking on a sustainable revolution. As a result, it is working toward becoming more eco-friendly and adopting new technologies such as renewable energy sources and conservation measures. In 2018, the International Maritime...
Sailing Safely in a Storm
Storms are known to be unpredictable, and sailing through them is an endurance test. Besides dealing with the sudden change in wind direction, you also have to deal with fatigue and big waves. Having the best driver on the helm is important during these types of...
Getting Started in Competitive Sailing
For years, you’ve watched race boats pull off intricate maneuvers and gracefully glide around the buoys. While cruising may be your passion, you can’t help but notice that the racers have the necessary skills to make their boats go fast. This is a valuable skill for...
A Sustainable Sailing Ship Featuring Rechargeable Batteries
Croatia's Brodosplit shipyard and its parent company, the DIV Group, have started working on a zero-emission ship that will be able to run on rechargeable batteries. The vessel, which will be the first of its kind, will feature sails that are made from sustainable...
Tips for First-Time Sailors
Although it may seem like sailing is not as hard as it looks, it is still very important to learn how to sail. Before you start, it’s important that you have all the necessary information to make an informed decision. If you're planning on visiting a beach or lake,...
Sailing Destinations Fit for the Family
Family trips are always a time of bonding. From taking Disney vacations to driving through National Parks to lounging at an all-inclusive resort, there are countless trip ideas that can be tailored to families of differing ages. Perhaps a bit more unorthodox of a...