Is one of your plans this year to give up life on land and cruise long term? YBW has asked seasoned cruisers their pearls of wisdom for first timers
Most popular expert advice
Essential engine checks: Handy tips to make the job easier
Discover the engine checks you need to in order to keep her ticking over nicely
Marine fuel saving tips: Save money and make your boat go further in eight easy steps
We all know that marine fuel doesn't come cheap - these easy to follow tips will save you cash and get the most out of your boat
Guide to buying your first boat: Tips and advice from brokers and first time buyers
So you've made the big decision and you've decided to purchase a boat. Follow the advice from first time buyers and established brokers to avoid the pitfalls
Ocean cruising experts share their sailing knowledge
The World Cruising Club is hosting a series of forums this autumn, where ocean cruising experts will be trying to inspire sailors to extend their boundaries
Boaters reminded to report unusual or suspicious activity
With the boating season well and truly underway, agencies behind Project Kraken are asking sailors to be their eyes and ears
Boat Fire Safety Week: staying safe on board
Although the number of boat fires is relatively rare in the UK, the fire brigade says they quite often have devastating consequences. Find out the dos and don'ts to stay safe on board
OLAS – the man overboard location alert app which aims to save valuable time
OLAS converts your smart phone or tablet to become part of your life saving inventory, sounding the alarm when the worst happens at sea
New antifouling initiative to protect boaters and the environment
Specifically targeting boaters who anti foul their own vessel, the DIY Safe Antifouling Initiative is being launched in the new year by the RYA, British Marine and the British Coatings Federation (BCF)
Top 12 most popular videos of 2016
From boating hacks and sailing chickens to disastrous attempts to moor and encounters with sharks, YBW looks back at the videos you viewed the most on our website in 2016
Check you don’t bring back unwanted visitors on board this summer!
Taking your boat abroad this summer? The RYA is encouraging boaters to make sure unwanted invasive species are not brought back to the UK.
Beginner’s guide to boat cleaning
Find out the boat cleaning jobs you need to do to get your vessel into excellent shape before she heads out on the water
Buying a boat advice
When buying a boat there are some key steps you should follow to make sure you get the perfect boat for your needs. Here you'll find Motor Boats Monthly's top tips to buying a boat.