Guides
Short guides on weather, caretaking, surveys and seasonal prep — written for overseas owners who can't be on the boat every week.
A realistic annual budget for keeping a 35–45ft yacht on the Costa Blanca, including the hidden costs most owners forget when they first move a boat to Spain.
How often to antifoul, the best time of year to lift out on the Costa Blanca, and what owners typically pay at local boatyards.
What absentee owners should sort before the Costa Blanca heat, dust and storms arrive.
A plain-English guide to VAT status, the 183-day rule and matriculation tax for British owners keeping a yacht on the Costa Blanca.
Calima coats Costa Blanca yachts in fine red dust two or three times a year. Here's what it does and how to handle it.
A practical guide to the main yacht marinas on the Costa Blanca — what each is like, who they're suited to, and what to consider before you commit to a berth.
The levante is the wind that gives Costa Blanca berths trouble. Here's the practical check list owners should run.
What insurers, marinas and your own peace of mind actually require if you're leaving a yacht unattended in Spain through winter. Plus when to fly back vs hire a caretaker.
Where to find winter berths and hard-standing for your yacht along the Alicante coast — from Dénia down to Torrevieja — with price bands, airport access and storm exposure compared.
A practical answer to one of the most common questions British owners on the Costa Blanca ask.
A practical comparison of where to leave your yacht in Spain over winter — Costa Blanca, Balearics, Costa del Sol and Catalonia — with costs, climate and access compared.
A clear explanation of what marina staff are responsible for, what they aren't, and where caretakers fit in.
Thinking about buying a yacht in Spain from abroad? A pre-survey assessment and neutral feet on the ground can save a wasted trip — and a bad purchase.
Spain isn't northern Europe, but winterising a Costa Blanca yacht still pays off. Here's what's actually worth doing.
Costa Blanca sun is harder on a yacht than most owners think. Here's what to look for before it's expensive.
If someone else holds keys to your yacht in Spain, the agreement should be in writing. Here's what to cover.
Most surveys schedule poorly for owners who fly in. A bit of prep beforehand turns a stressful trip into a routine one.
If you've got a long weekend on the boat, the difference between losing a day to prep and stepping straight aboard is one short prep visit.