2 min readseasonal / maintenance
Preparing your yacht for a Costa Blanca summer
What absentee owners should sort before the Costa Blanca heat, dust and storms arrive.
Guides
Practical notes for owners on the Costa Blanca
Short guides on weather, caretaking, surveys and seasonal prep — written for overseas owners who can't be on the boat every week.
- 2 min readweather / maintenance
What is calima (Saharan dust) and why it matters for your boat
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.
- 7 min readmarinas / guide
Costa Blanca marina guide: choosing the right berth for your yacht
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.
- 2 min readweather / storms / maintenance
Levante storms on the Costa Blanca — what to check before and after
The levante is the wind that gives Costa Blanca berths trouble. Here's the practical check list owners should run.
- 4 min readwinter / caretaking
Leaving your boat unattended in Spain over winter — the realistic checklist
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.
- 3 min readwinter / marinas
Winter boat mooring on the Alicante coast — a marina-by-marina guide
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.
- 2 min readcaretaking / best practice
How often should an absentee owner's yacht be visited?
A practical answer to one of the most common questions British owners on the Costa Blanca ask.
- 3 min readwinter / storage
Where can I leave my boat in Spain over winter?
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.
- 3 min readcaretaking / marinas
Yacht caretaking vs marina staff — what marinas actually do (and don't)
A clear explanation of what marina staff are responsible for, what they aren't, and where caretakers fit in.
- 3 min readbuying / pre-purchase / surveys
Buying a yacht on the Costa Blanca — getting eyes on the boat before you fly
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.
- 2 min readseasonal / maintenance
Winterising a yacht on the Costa Blanca — is it worth it?
Spain isn't northern Europe, but winterising a Costa Blanca yacht still pays off. Here's what's actually worth doing.
- 3 min readmaintenance / seasonal
Spotting UV damage early — sprayhoods, lines and gelcoat
Costa Blanca sun is harder on a yacht than most owners think. Here's what to look for before it's expensive.
- 3 min readcaretaking / best practice
What to put in a key-holder agreement for your boat in Spain
If someone else holds keys to your yacht in Spain, the agreement should be in writing. Here's what to cover.
- 2 min readsurveys / insurance
Insurance survey ready — a pre-survey checklist for owners abroad
Most surveys schedule poorly for owners who fly in. A bit of prep beforehand turns a stressful trip into a routine one.
- 2 min readcaretaking / owners
Flying in to use your boat — a 24-hour readiness checklist
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.