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Sailing between Hvar, Vis, and Korcula, you navigate through the heart of Dalmatia – with a crew of your own age group that goes full throttle in the old town alleys at night just as much as at the helm during the day.
Max. 12
Persons
Monohull
Yacht type
per person
Experience freedom on the water aboard a classic sailing yacht with our Youngline international trip. Completely free of rigid schedules and far away from mass tourism. In a relaxed crew of solo travelers and friends aged 20 to 39, a true sense of community quickly develops through shared cooking and hands-on sailing. Together with your skipper, you shape each day individually: whether you want to get even more involved in the sailing or prefer snorkeling in secluded bays is entirely up to you. You arrive as a stranger and leave as part of a tight-knit crew, with memories and friendships that last.
Our philosophy:
The Youngline sailing trip focuses on the shared experience. During the day, you learn to sail and explore beautiful bays, and in the evening, you cook, celebrate and laugh together.
Flexible route planning: The skipper and crew decide daily based on weather, mood and wishes. This makes your trip your own adventure.
Modern, well-maintained yachts with complete equipment for your perfect sailing trip.
All yachts are regularly maintained and meet the highest safety standards.
Modern, well-maintained yachts with complete equipment for your perfect sailing trip. All yachts are regularly maintained and meet the highest safety standards.
All our yachts are fully insured, equipped with modern safety equipment (life raft, life jackets, flare gun) and navigation (GPS, autopilot, depth sounder). Our experienced skippers know every yacht personally and ensure your safety.
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Yes.
Some sailing destinations can be reached by train, ferry or long-distance bus.
Examples: Baltic Sea, Sardinia, France, Croatia.
Insurance is not mandatory, but recommended:
- Travel cancellation insurance
- International health insurance
- Accident insurance
- Liability insurance
All travel information is available by e-mail and here:
https://sailwithus.de/gut-zu-wissen/anreiseinformationen/
You can find packing tips here:
The crew usually meets between 2 and 4 p.m. in the marina or a nearby café.
From around 5 p.m., the skipper can board the yacht and carry out the handover. Meanwhile, the crew goes shopping.
Late arrival is possible in exceptional cases by arrangement.
Saturday is an organization day - sailing usually takes place on Sunday after the safety briefing.
A sports bag or hiking rucksack is best.
Please do not bring a hard-shell suitcase - there is no storage space for it and it is always in the way.
Recommendation: Packing list on the website.
YouTube:
- https://www.youtube.com/embed/5dPxMRSR9OM
- https://www.youtube.com/embed/JGboVfN5hVQ
After your booking, you will receive further information by email at regular intervals. This includes tips on packing, advice on meal planning, etc.
About a week before the start of the trip, we create a Whatsapp group where you can get to know each other as a crew and the skipper.
Approx. 5 days before the start of the cruise you will receive the final arrival information including a harbor plan and berth.
And then it's time to cast off!
That depends on the area.
An identity card is sufficient in most districts.
A passport is required for overseas destinations (Thailand, Caribbean, Seychelles, etc.).
Recommendation: Check current information with the Federal Foreign Office.
Yes, a WhatsApp group will be created in the week before your trip. You can discuss travel and organization there.
Yes, you will be provided with bed linen and a towel.
But bring another towel yourself.
A beach towel is not necessary - you jump straight into the sea.