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Technology has transformed sailing, but was the past better or worse? Andy Du Port shares his views

YACHT CHARTERS AND SAILING HOLIDAYS OFFER MORE VARIETY AND ADVENTURE THAN EVER. HERE’S OUR PICK OF UNFORGETTABLE TRIPS TO CONSIDER

RECKON RACING AROUND THE MEDITERRANEAN IS EASY? THINK AGAIN, SAYS MATTHEW SHEAHAN

Leo Heaney’s regular yacht club race night quickly turns dangerous, and leads to seven months of frustration to rectify the damage

With its voluminous accommodation and secure cockpit, this low-draught Polish-built cruiser is ideal for family coastal cruising – and a bit of canal pottering…