The chronically hungry person on his first sailing vacation fears that he will go hungry for a week. He imagines having to forage for food himself, hunting for fresh fish to ensure a meal for himself and his companions. He sees himself cooking directly on the deck of the boat, using salt water from the sea to cook pasta. Well, none of that! 

The boats have fully equipped kitchens, perhaps a bit cramped but perfectly equipped (if you are a lover of large spaces, consider the catamaran for your first time on a boat). All boats have a gas stove, oven, sink with fresh water (often double) large pantry and all the utensils you usually use at home (cutting boards, knives, various pans, salad bowls, etc.). The fridge is full of fresh beers, vegetables, meat, and yes, even freshly caught fish if needed!

Usually we all cook together with fellow cruisers, sometimes you are even lucky enough to have a skipper who is passionate about cooking. If you like to eat but have no desire to cooperate in meal preparation, you can always book a "premium" cruise with a hostess on board ready to serve and revere you with her delicacies. 

The real problem with boat vacations is that you often eat too much: aperitifs before lunch, aperitifs before dinner, various snacks...You eat a lot and well, in short, with the added not insignificant advantage of having a splendid view of the sea every day.

Those most concerned about personal hygiene will be terrified at the idea of not being able to wash for days on end, and will fear that he will end up with dreadlocked hair at the end of his first sailing vacation. 

Don't worry, that's not the case. Unless you love to feel salt on you, you can even take a couple of showers a day just like at home! 

The only caution is to consume little water, and to use biodegradable detergents so that you don't pollute the sea. Oh yes, one more thing: the shower is also sea view! The typical method assumes an all-around sensory experience: you soap yourself up in the boat, dive into the sea to rinse off, and then remove the salt with fresh water from the external hand shower. A treat for the body and spirit, which will make you feel lonely and sad at the thought of your shower at home.

Prefer more intimacy during your shower? No problem you can use one of the under-deck bathrooms. Be careful, however, then to dry everything thoroughly and not to use too much fresh water.

ps: the skipper notices everything!

The only real waiver is when you are not docked in port (with electricity at will) your beloved hair dryer will remain stored in some locker.

In the minds of first-time sailors, there is only sunshine and swimming in the sea on a sailing vacation. But unfortunately, a little bad weather can happen too! Is this a problem? Absolutely not, least of all flooding the boat! 

A few hours of rain can be a nice opportunity to have something to eat ashore, to relax in the dinette, or to explore the historic center of some small town. Or to learn more about sailing from the skipper, with a course in knots or nautical terms. Or again, if the eager gets along with the hungry, a "Masterchef by the sea" challenge can be set off in the galley! Best of all, if the conditions are not prohibitive, you can do it all even with a little rain...sail, swim in the roadstead, and enjoy some cool weather under the awning while waiting for it to clear.

Strong winds and waves can also happen: a good skipper will constantly monitor the weather to avoid the most annoying situations for the crew. When sailing in bad weather, the skipper will know how to organize the boat as best he can, making this experience adrenaline-pumping but safe at the same time.

The fashionista's terror on his first sailing vacation concerns clothing: upon packing his suitcase he has a panic attack, putting in everything from a ski jacket to a wetsuit. He finds himself on the boat without even a pair of shoes for going out, and he changes 4 times a day to be able to wear all the costumes he brought.

Actually, clothing on the boat is super-comfortable: usually the day is spent in a bathing suit (one a day should be enough, come on), maybe covering up with sarongs or a light shirt/shirt. In the evening it often gets a little cooler, and for being on a boat, pants and a sweatshirt can come in handy. You are almost always barefoot, or wear "boat shoes" (any closed-toe shoe with a clear, comfortable, clean sole) so that you don't risk bumping your little toe somewhere. And then, when you go ashore...well, there the fashionista can be at his best!

Aaah, the boat toilet. One of the topics about which the most legends circulate among those taking their first sailing vacation. All totally unwarranted: yes, it's a little smaller than the bathroom at home. Yes, there's a manual pump to operate the flush (but not always, on some boats it's such a concentration of technology that you just push a button). And yes, you have to minimize the use of toilet paper, which is not to be thrown overboard but in a special bin. But it's nothing traumatic, and guess what...even the toilet is sea view!

Keyboard lions might go into meltdown at the common but mistaken idea of being without electricity. 

Luckily for them, this is not the case: sailboats today are not made of wood and don't just move with the wind, they have excellent electrical systems that power refrigerators, lights, and power outlets to charge smartphones. 

Internet connection is often available in the bays, while sailing depends on the distance from the coast. But even the most social-addicted will soon realize that they don't have all that much desire to update Instagram, and surprisingly find themselves letting hours or days go by between logins! The perfect recipe for a summer digital detox, at least for a few hours.

Some people answer this question, "only plastic plates are used!" BEEEEP! Mistake! Don't you care about the environment? Dishes wash up no problem, whether it's in the kitchen sink or with your legs comfortably soaking in the water from the stern beach. You'll see the enjoyment of the fish that flock in, curious to taste the delicacies that the hungry one has cooked up! Usually the order and cleanliness of the boat is the prerogative of the entire crew...but if you don't want to lift a finger, you can always opt for a premium vacation, with hostesses and chefs in tow!

Do you find yourself in any of these personalities, or do you simply have some doubts? Have we answered your questions? With a little irony and a lot of sincerity, the only thing we can really assure you is this: you will find that sailing is more than a vacation, more than a means of transportation...it is a way of life! And there is a very high chance that, whatever your personality, you will end up not being able to live without it.

Do you have any other doubts? Check if it's not already answered (seriously) among our FAQs, or write to us!