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    The Nautic de Paris goes 100% digital

    In 2020, boat shows were badly affected by the "Covid-19" storm. This year, the waters are still troubled and uncertain, but the organisers are not about to abandon ship. Inspired by the challenge created by the current global health context, they are reinventing themselves and giving a new direction to their events! And who better than the Fédération des Industries Nautiques (FIN) to take on the role of pilot boat and pave the way for a new era with their 100% digital Boat Show. A virtual editi

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    New Boats 2020/2021

    NEW ARRIVALS Even though 2020 has been a rough year, the shipyards haven’t stopped delivering. Let’s check out some of the newest boats on the market! How’s the boating industry doing right now? Well 2020 certainly hasn’t been an easy year for most, but shipyards are continuing to cross the ford to pursue their objectives anyways. And when we talk about objectives for a shipyard, it means talking about their new boats specifically. Even in a challenging year like this, there will be plenty of ne

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    From Blue to Green: Eco-Friendly Boating Guide

    In this second instalment of 'From Blue to Green,' we have prepared a few notes for you to keep in mind the next time you’re out at sea. To buy to not to buy? If you're thinking about purchasing a boat, ask yourself the following question: "Taking into account all the maintenance costs of a boat, is it more economical just to rent a boat if I sail less than 15 days a year?" If the answer is no, then a boat purchase may be the right thing for you. It’s worth noting that pleasure boats are left id

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    From Blue to Green: Sailing Sustainably

    Unless you’ve been living under a rock, it’s almost impossible not be cognisant of 21st century environmental issues. However, when it comes to marine pollution in particular, many of us are not quite as well informed as we should be. Since the beginning of time, people have relied on the water to transport cargo from A to B. Over 5,000 years ago, the first major trade route between modern-day India and Pakistan was established along the Arabian Sea. While boating has very much evolved since the

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    New changes to our website

    We are updating our website in order to inform you as best as possible about the additional health measures put in place by each of our rental partners. For the past 10 years, we have only selected professional charter companies that we trust, who are committed and whose boat maintenance and services meet rigorous quality standards. The Federation of Nautical Industries (France) has issued a number of new protocols to the charter operators in order to welcome sailors in the best possible…

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    How to Stay Safe when Chartering a Boat this Summer

    In a recent COVID-19 survey we conducted, 76% of respondents said that they were worried about contracting coronavirus during their sailing holiday – but not just from aboard their boat. Transit to the port, refuelling stops and stopovers were also sources of concern. This information guide will enable you to follow the correct safety protocols during your yacht charter to minimise the risk of infection. ⚓ Transportation to the base The car remains the safest means to reach your boat charter at

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    What to do in lockdown: 10 ideas

    Globesailor reviews 10 time-busting quarantine ideas that are sure to keep you and your loved ones entertained! As we're spending more time at home than ever in recent times, we're all wondering what to do with ourselves! Whatever you call it; confinement, quarantine or simply self-isolation, we're now living a little differently than usual but that doesn't mean we can't have some fun! Now is the perfect time to rewatch your favorite movies or, perhaps, to check out some new flicks. We've got a

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    GlobeSailor chats with Lizzie Abbiss from diYachting

    GlobeSailor was delighted to get the chance to chat with Lizzie Abbiss from diYachting at last year's Southampton International Boat Show. Lizzie talks to us about the di yacht range and answers some of your charter questions! Watch the interview on our Facebook page below:

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    GlobeSailor's TOP 10 Sailing Anthems!

    Here are our top 10 picks for the ultimate cruising playlist. Safe to say there's something to please every sailor on your next charter adventure! 1. 'Orinoco Flow (Sail Away)’ – Enya https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTrk4X9ACtw 2. 'Waves' – Mr. Probz https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUjE9H8QlA4 3. 'Cake by the Ocean' – DNCE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWaRiD5ym74 4. 'The Banana Boat Song' – Harry Belafonte https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Tou8-Cz8is 5. 'Ship to Wreck' – Florence and the Machi