Recommended Reading for Competent Crew Students
Preparing for your RYA Competent Crew course? Here’s a list of essential reading to help you get ready and make the most of your training in Malta.
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Preparing for your RYA Competent Crew course? Here’s a list of essential reading to help you get ready and make the most of your training in Malta.
Wondering whether to start sailing on a yacht or a dinghy? Here’s a balanced look at both options — and why learning on a yacht in Malta might be the best choice for you.
Starting your RYA Day Skipper course? Here’s the essential reading list to prepare for both theory and practical training.
Not sure where to start your sailing journey? Here's a simple guide to choosing the right RYA course in Malta — from beginner to Yachtmaster level.
Planning to charter a yacht in the Med? Here’s what an ICC certificate is, who needs it, and how to get yours through an RYA sailing school in Malta.
Worried about seasickness on your sailing course in Malta? Here’s what it is, how to prevent it, and why it’s nothing to fear.
Heading to Malta for an RYA sailing course? Here’s exactly what to pack — from deck shoes to sun protection — for a comfortable and successful week on the water.
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Sailing from Malta to West Sicily is a longer and more open-water passage, offering a fantastic offshore training opportunity for skippers looking to build miles and gain endurance at sea. Spanning approximately 150–180 nautical miles, this route requires careful passage planning, weather routing, and offshore sailing techniques.
A long-distance passage from Malta to East Sicily is an exciting offshore sailing experience, offering a mix of open-sea navigation, coastal approaches, and night sailing challenges. Covering approximately 90–110 nautical miles, this passage is a great mile-building opportunity for sailors looking to gain offshore confidence and experience passage planning in real conditions.
This guide covers what to expect, key challenges, skills to practice, and essential preparation tips for a Greece-to-Malta passage