Sailing Charters


Day Skipper course on multihulls| Grenada and the Grenadines
Private Own Boat Tuition Our RYA instructors are happy to come aboard your catamaran for private own boat tuition. We offer catamaran sailing training on privately owned yachts or charter […]

Catamaran Sailing Training


Set Sail Barbados Located at the Barbados Cruising Club, Set Sail Barbados is the product of a decade in teaching sailing to both adults and children in Barbados. Taking the […]

Set Sail Barbados


Anchor Watch at Sugarloaf Island, Grenada.
Anchor Watch   Anchor watch is when you post crew members to take lookout duty on a rotation through the night. It is extremely important to avoid collision, even at […]

Anchor Watch Advice





Ship Paperwork For Sailing Abroad
If you decide to up anchor from the UK and head abroad with your sailing boat, there is important paperwork that you must have prepared and on board with you. If […]

Required Paperwork For Sailing Abroad


Customs Formalities - Sailing Outside of the UK
Customs formalities around the world differ based on which country you are in and where your sailing vessel is registered.   If customs and/or immigration clearance are required, the crew […]

Customs Formalities – Sailing Abroad


Day Skipper course on multihulls| Grenada and the Grenadines
Multihulls, especially catamarans, are becoming increasingly popular with bluewater cruisers. Originally made popular by families and groups chartering on vacation, more and more cruising sailors are now setting their sights on multihulls as viable vessels.   Skippers […]

Multihulls – A Changing Tide?



Chao Lay being hauled out in Grenada
Many of you sailors will have been sunburnt at least once while out on the water. You will agree that it is much easier and safer to apply sunscreen to prevent sunburn, […]

Avoid That Sinking Feeling!


Family Sailing Vacation in Grenada, Caribbean
Our top priority is to ensure you have a safe, yet action-packed family sailing vacation.  The picturesque islands of Grenada and St. Vincent & the Grenadines offer the perfect tropical location for […]

Family Sailing Vacation in The Caribbean


Lisa on Mimpi - a Beneteau Oceanis 45
Marina étiquette involves using your common sense and good manners towards those docked next to you. Remember that your neighbours can see and hear everything much more clearly than if you were […]

An Introduction To Marina Étiquette


Practicing docking on a Day Skipper course.
Approaching the dock can be one of the most nerve-racking experiences – especially if you are in a busy marina with tight spaces!   There’s no reason to break out in a […]

Do You Dread Docking? Simple Tips To Help!




Snorkel gear is a great thing to bring on your sailing trip.
Never been on a sailing trip before? Here’s our handy list of the top things to bring with you on one of our sailing trips or courses.   Sailing Trip Essentials   […]

Things To Bring On Your Sailing Trip



Reuse Reduce Recycle are the top tips for eco friendly sailing.
Sailing is a very popular sport and relatively eco friendly. So how can we make sure we are looking after the environment as best as possible, leaving minimal ecological footprints? The three […]

Eco Friendly Sailing Tips



Passage planning on our SGU student learn to sail courses.
Whether you are sailing offshore or heading along a coastal route, passage planning is the key to a safe and successful trip. Passage planning is important because it helps you to […]

The 10 Key Points of Passage Planning


Sandy Island is west of Carriacou and a great beach in the Grenadines.
If you are a beach lover then have we got a treat for you! Grenada and the Grenadines have some of the most secluded and beautiful beaches in the Caribbean. […]

Best Beaches in the Grenadines


Grenada Sailing Week 2014 | On The Rail with Grenada Bluewater Sailing Tea
  Grenada Bluewater Sailing 2015 – Be part of our RACE TEAM!   Always wanted to experience the thrill of competing in a world-class Caribbean regatta? Or maybe you are […]

Grenada Sailing Week 2015 Regatta Charter


Guava have a bright red centre.
The southern Grenadines are the perfect sailing vacation destination AND you get to try some of our wonderful locally-grown Caribbean fruits.   Caribbean Fruits: Fresh & Full of Flavour! Grenada and the Grenadines […]

10 Caribbean Fruits To Try On Your Sailing Vacation



The red legged tortoise is one of the land animals in the Grenadines
Check out our top 8 weird and wonderful animals in the Grenadines. They range from tiny frogs and birds, to huge lizards and unusual sea creatures! If you join us for […]

8 Awesome Animals in the Grenadines



Hiking up Mount Peggy in Bequia
As well as sailing, we love going hiking in Grenada and the Grenadines! From leisurely strolls that stretch your sea legs, to challenging all terrain hikes, there is something for […]

Best Hiking in Grenada & the Grenadines


Topsail insurance is our recommended sailing insurance provider.
Whether you are joining Grenada Bluewater Sailing for RYA training courses or a crewed sailing charter, then you will need to have travel insurance that covers sailing activities.   Do You Have […]

Do You Need Sailing Insurance?



Chao Lay cuisine during an RYA Start Yachting Course
Sailing along in the hot sun all day. The cooling sea breeze whips up the salt water spray, and you taste the sea on your lips. It’s hungry work this sailing; […]

Cooking on Boats: Food fit for a Captain!


Chao Lay alongside the Coral of Cowes at Antigua Sailing Week 2014
At Antigua Sailing Week 2014, Grenada Bluewater Sailing received some extra special treatment. The Coral of Cowes kindly offered to act as our mothership and host for the event. Owner Richard Oswald, and […]

Coral of Cowes: The Epitome of Style


Sunset on a skippered sailing holiday in the Caribbean with Grenada Bluewater Sailing
At Grenada Bluewater Sailing we offer skippered sailing holidays based around the diverse islands of Grenada and the Grenadines. You may opt to undertake RYA training, or simply join us […]

Skippered Sailing Holidays in the Caribbean


RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence | Caribbean
Advance your coastal skippering and navigation skills Here we take a closer look at the skills you develop on the RYA Coastal Skipper courses: The RYA Coastal Skipper practical course […]

RYA Coastal Skipper: The Next Level of Sailing




Saltwhistle Bay Mayreau Caribbean
Here’s our top reasons why we love Caribbean sailing: Diverse Islands It’s true! Every island in the Windward Antilles has it’s own personality and character: Grenada is a very friendly […]

Why we LOVE Caribbean Sailing!


Mile Building Cruises | Grenada Bluewater Sailing School
Who can join our fun Mile Building Cruises?   Anyone! Grenada Bluewater Sailing’s mile building cruises are perfect if would like to increase your sea time for a future sailing […]

Mile Building Cruises in the Caribbean


Grenada Sailing Week | Grenada Bluewater Sailing
Grenada Bluewater Sailing – Be part of the TEAM for Grenada Sailing Week! Take part in the excitement of Grenada Sailing Week with top RYA Training Centre – Grenada Bluewater […]

Grenada Sailing Week 2014 – Join the TEAM!