The Kraken Travel Blog
One hull, or two. Which is safer?
Our resident risk-taker Oksy, an advocate of racing offshore and all things sailing, and a Risk Project Manager in the finance sector in London, shares her findings on this very common question…
Destinations we are Excited to Sail in 2023
We encourage you to turn your sails to one of these fantastic destinations - you might find your new favourite place. Go sailing in Portugal, Cuba, Norway or France.
Bitter End Yacht Club Returns!
16-years after first visiting, Mike returns to his beloved Bitter End Yacht Club following its complete rebuild.
Yacht Comparison Review: Lagoon 46 v Bali 4.8
Lagoon and Bali are going head to head in the charter catamaran market. But which one comes out top?
Unusual Places to Sail in 2022
It’s always a good idea to try sailing somewhere a little bit different. So here we have our top places to sail this year.
6 “must visit” places to anchor in the Southern Caribbean
Here are our top-secret favourite spots in the Caribbean, providing the best sailing whilst avoiding the crowds.
Where to anchor in the Isles of Scilly
From old ruins to pristine beaches, here are some of the most beautiful anchorages in the Isles of Scilly.
How to create the perfect family sailing holiday
Family sailing adventures can be very rewarding, so here are our tips for making them a success.
The World’s Best Beaches
After much discussion and debate, we’ve managed to curate a definitive list of our favourite beaches to drop the hook.
5 Things to do when sailing in Malta
Here are our top five things to do on a yacht when visiting the beautiful islands in Malta.
How to charter a yacht
One of our sailing experts talks through the tips and tricks of how to charter a yacht.
A Week Sailing in Sardinia
Our suggested itinerary for the best way to spend a week sailing in Sardinia, the wonderful corner of the med.
Not quite sure where you would like to charter?