YM’s four-language nautical phrasebook
Make yourself understood in French, Dutch, German and of course English with our free nautical dictionary

Cross-Channel cruising
YM’s guide to hassle-free holidays in Northern Europe. We’ll tell you what to take and what to bring back

Destinations Burnham-on-Crouch & St Peter Port
May’s free pull-out Destinations charts will help you into two favourite places; then YM’s local knowledge takes over to guide you onshore. Produced with Raytheon, the world-leading electronics company

Boat test – Elan 333
The new Elan comes from Slovenia at a very attractive price. How does YM rate her?

First time across Biscay
Cross Biscay with Rally Portugal. It’s a great way for first-timers to make this classic blue water passage.

Tidal heights? No problem
Just type in draught and destination, and a tide program will tell you precisely when you can get in. Much quicker than messing around with pencil and ruler on a tidal curve.YM’s test finds out which program is best

Choosing a charter?
Let Yachting Monthly inspire you with our charter focus features. This month: the Virgin Islands, famed for light breezes and easy island-hopping.

Plus: the new GMDSS course.
How to choose an ocean cruiser Mooring aids on test