Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 350: A Benchmark for High-Performance Cruiser Sailboats

Jeanneau continues to expand their range of sailing cruisers with the unveiling of its latest masterpiece, the Sun Odyssey 350. Designed as the natural heir to the Sun Odyssey 349, this 10-meter...

The golden rules for a successful wintering of your boat

The beautiful season is coming to an end. The days are getting shorter, and already, socks are reappearing from storage! The time to prepare the boat for long winter months is approaching....

Chartering, management or acquisition, what’s the best solution?

Are you a sailing enthusiast looking at affordable options? But there are many parameters and options: available time, experience, areas you're planning to sail in, preferred type of boat, finance,...

The different types of boats: which one to choose?

You have made the choice to become a boat owner soon. Congratulations! But among the many possibilities, do you know which boat to choose? In this article, the Band of Boats team has tried to draw...

Liveaboard catamarans: buying the right boat without compromising on the thrill of sailing

Are you looking for a fast yet comfortable boat for exciting getaways? Can't choose between sailing boats, yachts and catamarans? Find out why a catamaran could be the ideal boat for you. Band of...

TOP 8 GPS marine navigation apps

GPS marine navigation apps have evolved considerably in recent years, offering advanced features and increasingly accurate charts. But with so many options available, it can be difficult to choose...

Smart boat: 4 good reasons to take the plunge!

After first making its way into the home, smart technology has now recently been introduced on board boats, as well as across the wider boating industry in general. There is a wide range of...

How to choose your sailing boat

What type of sailing boat you should choose for the voyages of your dreams: Here is our advice to guide you on choosing the vessel best suited to your plans and your budget.

6 gift ideas for boat owners

There's no shortage of gift ideas for boating enthusiasts: equipment, books and even water sports equipment or accessories. But finding the right gift for a boating enthusiast is not always easy. We...

Boat show and boat purchases: prepare your visit

Boats ads work very well online and mean you don't have to wait for an annual event to go right ahead and purchase your boat. But the end of summer is approaching, heralding the start of the boat...

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TOP 8 GPS marine navigation apps

TOP 8 GPS marine navigation apps

GPS marine navigation apps have evolved considerably in recent years, offering advanced features and increasingly accurate charts. But with so many options available, it can be...

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6 gift ideas for boat owners

6 gift ideas for boat owners

There's no shortage of gift ideas for boating enthusiasts: equipment, books and even water sports equipment or accessories. But finding the right gift for a boating enthusiast is...

read more