What to give to sailors? Reading fodder, cool clothes or technology. Garmin's new gadgets are great not only for on-board use, but also for everyday sports on land. SeaHelp presents five gift ideas that are guaranteed to go down really well with the recipient. Gift Tip 1 Handheld GPSMAP 79s from Garmin Rugged and swimmable! Rugged, waterproof, buoyant and...
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With the lighting of the first Advent candle, we have started the countdown to Christmas. In around four weeks' time, we want to present our loved ones and everyone we want to make happy for Christmas with carefully wrapped gifts. A gift that is guaranteed to arrive and be used for a long time. SeaHelp has taken a look at...
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What is the name of the largest inland lake in Southern Europe? Correct - Lake Skadar (1). What, never heard of it? Lake Skadar, also known as Lake Skutari or Lake Shkodra, in Montenegrin Skadarsko Jezero, is not only the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula, it is - depending on your point of view - also larger than Lake...
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...is one who settles the matter." So, or also so similarly. Variations of the popular saying there are many. But not only this saying accompanies sailors on board. SeaHelp has compiled 10 sayings, wise quotes and wisdom with interpretations, for which there is always a suitable use on board. Some rather funny, others with so much philosophical depth that you...
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It is considered the largest regatta in the world: the Barcolana off the Italian city of Trieste. Up to 1,800 boats and yachts take part in the sporting spectacle, up to 20,000 sailors are actively involved, and on land there is regularly a large sailing festival with up to a quarter of a million spectators. In 2020, the regatta had...
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The right maritime reading material must be on board, and not just for the long-awaited vacation cruise. Especially in the winter season, water sports enthusiasts are happy to continue to be at sea, at least in their thoughts. The selection of maritime literature is large, the pallet reaches from sometimes unintentional comedy with trip reports with sail novices over gripping...
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At sea, it is often decided spontaneously where the wind, desire and mood will drive ship and crew in the late afternoon. The marina is found, the lines are tight - and then? What awaits the newcomers in the harbor? Where is the best place to eat, what should definitely be seen? Is there a supermarket? Can you rent a...
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It is one of the few remaining "mysteries" of the sport shipping, which apparently could not be explained yet or not sufficiently scientifically: mysterious, indefinable, mostly nocturnal noises on board bring many crews to the brink of a nervous breakdown. But what is it really that crackles, pops, rustles, tingles and cracks there on a regular basis?. Some crews describe...
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Along the Mediterranean coasts are numerous circular large basins covered with nets. They are teeming with delicious edible fish. Dorado, sea bass, angler fish - a variety of delicacies can be easily farmed and sold directly to the numerous local restaurants and hotels. In the evening, grilled sea bream with Mediterranean vegetables is a tempting menu item. SeaHelp explains the...
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