Charter Articles

When you complete ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising course, you will possess a wealth of knowledge about sailing, and you will have amassed a good deal of experience.  Along with your ASA certification, you will be welcomed as a member of any crew, and you will feel more comfortable any time you are on a sailboat — or any boat. Read More >

Sailing in the Mediterranean is a natural progression for many sailors who charter in the Caribbean. The exotic location rich with sun and culture makes the  “the Med” a popular destination among sailors and travelers alike. In addition, Cyprus and the eastern Mediterranean are alive with attractions to make any sailor salivate at the thought of visiting for a weeklong Read More >

Join American Sailing in Croatia as we explore the country in a multi-day sail filled with rich culture, delicious wine, and picturesque ports. Read More >

Here are 5 essential skills to master before you leave the dock for your first bareboat charter sailing vacation. Read More >

I am wearing a sweater indoors, and I have wool socks on.  I live in California and I cannot imagine what anyone in the northeast does during the winter. I can still sail if I choose to, and even with my options open, I need a sailing vacation! So, this year I will treat my family to a stocking full Read More >

The British Virgin Islands are a famously popular spot for bareboat charters in the Caribbean. In fact, more ASA students choose the BVI as their destination of choice than any other charter destination.  After you have obtained your ASA 104 certification and you want to head to the British Virgin Islands for a bareboat charter, how are you going to Read More >

So you are thinking about a bareboat charter vacation. Maybe you are thinking about a crewed charter sailing vacation. Either way, you probably are thinking about the British Virgin Islands as we find that an overwhelming majority of ASA graduates list the BVI as their charter destination of choice. However, let’s look past the BVI as a destination and focus Read More >

Captain Cam Seamus from Harbor Sailboats in San Diego California shared a few tips about the journey to taking ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising Made Easy and eventually going on your first Bareboat Charter Sailing Vacation. So, you’ve realized that it’s time to pursue your dream to bareboat charter – chartering boats without a licensed captain. Fortunately, the American Sailing Association Read More >

The idea of chartering a boat for a sailing vacation is on your mind so why not just take the plunge and plan that trip? Well, you have a few questions, right? We have compiled some resources to help you make the decision to charter a boat for a sailing vacation much easier. Take a look, take a class, plan Read More >