Sailing trips
Current position of the “Moraira”
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Recent Trips
Ivan's most recent trips have been to the Balearic islands (Majorca / Minorca / Ibiza / Formentera), Gibraltar and Morocco.
» Have a look at some of the sights you might have seen for yourself!
Can someone like me sail with you?
It will help if you have already sailed on a yacht at sea. At the very least, you need to know that you may get sick.
» Of course, you need to be able to get along with people, especially in close quarters.
» Most importantly, Ivan is keen to sail where you want to go. So if there is somewhere you would love to sail to, just let him know!
Will there be expenses involved?
If Ivan invites you personally to join him, he will give you an idea of the expenses involved
If you get in touch with him through this website, he will go through much the same process.
In either case, there will be no question of your paying for anything except your own expenses.
What to bring
- Sun-protection screen — the sun is strong at sea and the water reflects the sun's rays.
- Hat — protect your head.
» Read more … - Sea sickness pills — there can be rough weather at times.
- Medical/Travel/Personal Liability Insurance — make sure the policy covers sailing — many don’t !!!
- Lightweight long-sleeved shirt and trousers — these are the best sun protection.
- Sunglasses — protect your eyes.
- Sailing gloves — protect your hands when we handle sails and lines.
- Special sailing/deck shoes — they must have a special sole and must not be used ashore.
- Books — there is likely to be plenty of time to read.
- Beach towel — for use off the boat.
- T-shirts and shorts — not too many, since storage space is limited!
- Swimwear — lots of opportunity to swim.
- Lightweight warm top — for night sailing.
- Lightweight windproof/waterproof jacket — for the occasional shower!
- Small personal torch.
- 12-volt car charger for your laptop/mobile phone — there are plenty of 12-volt cigarette lighter charger sockets onboard. Note: mains power for charging will only be available when the engine is running or if we are connected to shore power (in other words, not very often!)
You will not need to bring
- Bed sheets or shower towels.
- Snorkel equipment—unless you specially want to.
- Life jackets or safety harness.
Two things NOT to bring
- Any item that needs a connection to mains electricity in order to work.
- Any luggage with solid sides or wheels. Instead, pack whatever you bring in something which can be folded tight and stowed in a small space.