Before & After Your Tahiti Sailing Course: Where to Stay, Eat & Explore

by James Kell / / December 04, 2025

Tahiti isn’t just a beautiful island. It’s an experience that stays with you. From black sand beaches to coral reefs and lively local markets, every corner invites...

Before & After Your St. Martin Sailing Course: Where to Stay, Eat & Explore

by James Kell / / December 01, 2025

There’s a special rhythm to life on St. Martin that draws you in the moment you arrive. The water shines in shades of turquoise and blue. Each sunrise feels like an...

Forget Times Square: Why St. Barts New Year's Week is the Ultimate Bucket List Adventure

by James Kell / IN Insider / November 25, 2025

Let me tell you about a New Year's celebration that makes the ball drop in Times Square look like a neighborhood block party.

Splicing the Perfect Eye: Step-by-Step Rope Splicing for Sailors

by Carn Rigger / IN adventure, Beginner, First Time / November 18, 2025

Rope splicing creates a strong loop without weakening the line. Knots often reduce a rope’s strength. A splice keeps it intact. That matters when mooring,...

Running Rigging Essentials: Halyards, Sheets & Outhauls Demystified

by Carn Rigger / IN adventure, Beginner, First Time / November 03, 2025

If you're learning to sail, all those lines can feel like a mystery. But each one has a purpose, and it’s easier to learn than you might think.

The $6,000 Adventure Question: Why Millennials Are Trading Resort Walls for Open Horizons

by Carn Rigger / IN adventure, Beginner, First Time / October 24, 2025

When a generation spending $6,380 on leisure travel chooses between poolside predictability and ocean adventure, they're not just booking a vacation—they're...

Why 98% of Sailing Instruction Is Completely Backwards (And How We're Fixing It)

by James Kell / / October 11, 2025

By James Kell, Founder of Sailing Virgins

10 Questions to Ask Any Sailing School

by Carn Rigger / IN Guide / October 11, 2025

The Simple Questions That Reveal Everything

Reading Wind and Wave Patterns: Weather-Routing Fundamentals

by Clara Suggett / IN General / September 19, 2025

When you're offshore, the forecast only tells part of the story. The sky, the waves, and the wind tell the rest.

Using a Handheld VHF: Channel Selection, Mayday Procedures & Etiquette

by Clara Suggett / IN General / September 12, 2025

When you're out on the water, a handheld VHF radio connects you to the rest of the boating world. It lets you reach nearby vessels, marinas, and emergency services...

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