If you are planning on cruising the Mediterranean these links to articles and resources on Noonsite and elsewhere on the web, will help with your planning and preparation.
Preparing for the Mediterranean:
- The European Union: Schengen Area, Import Duty, VAT etc. and associated news
- Documents Required when Cruising Abroad
- Proof of Competency for European Countries
- Managing Essential Paperwork whilst Cruising
- Cruising after Brexit and sailing in Europe
- Managing Money whilst cruising
- Long term cruising in the Mediterranean
- Mediterranean sailing: Lessons learned from 2 years exploring Europe’s great sea
- Turkey: Applying for a Short Term Residency Permit
- Tunisia: A Five-Star Schengen Bolthole
- Checking the Checklist
- Join a Rally: World Cruising Club Events
- Everything you need to know about sailing rallies and cruising in company
Passage Planning for the Mediterranean:
- Greece: Corinth Canal Re-Opens for Business
- Grab Bag: What should you pack for a long voyage?
- Netherlands to Turkey via the European Canals and Rivers
- Netherlands to Greece: Inland Route
- Navigating the French Canals and Rivers in a Small Yacht
- France, Netherlands, Germany: Useful Information on The Inland Waterways of Europe
- Circumnavigating Europe
- Planning a European Cruise
- Peters & May: Guide to Mediterranean Yachting Destinations
Publications
- Mediterranean Almanac
- The Adlard Coles Book of Mediterranean Cruising
- Imray Apps and Online
- Voyaging with Kids – A Guide to Family Life Afloat
Also, check out each Mediterranean country’s Related Content/Related Books section, for a list of recommended cruising guides and related titles – for example – Italy/Books.
Arrival Formalities and Requirements:
- The European Union: Schengen Area, Import Duty, VAT etc. and associated news
- Demystifying International Clearance for Cruisers
- Movement of Pets within the EU
- Mediterranean Anchoring Restrictions
- How to do Med Mooring (Distant Shores TV)
- Marinas: Boaters adopt new habits with digital reservations
Helpful tips on dealing with life on Board:
- Living Aboard a Yacht in the Med – The Ups and Downs
- Bugs: Nine Ways to Keep Bugs at Bay
- How to Stay Cool on a Sailboat
Tips on finding and dealing with Crew:
Communications:
- Cruising Radio Nets – Mediterranean
- Cruisers Network Online: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Africa, South Pacific
- Optimizing Iridium GO use on Board
- Cruising Europe: EU scraps mobile roaming charges
- VHF Certification & Licensing
Apps, Social Media, Forums and Online Magazines:
- Navily – Nautical Guide – App
- Imray Apps
- Savvy Navvy App
- Med Sailing Facebook Group
- Cruisers Forum
- Kids4Sail Facebook Group
- The Islander Magazine
Marine Services in the Mediterranean:
- TransEurope Marinas
- LPG Stations Europe-wide
- Ordering Spares while cruising the Eastern Med
- Yacht Transportation and Delivery
- You, the Shipyard and your Insurance Policy
Mediterranean Weather Services and Reports:
- Worldwide Met-Ocean Information and Warning Service
- Free Forecast Services
- Mediterranean Wave Forecast (WAM)
- Euro Weather
- 20 Tips for Surviving Strong Winds
- Handling Rough Weather in Port
- Spain, Balearics: Meteotsunami (rissaga) floods islands of Mallorca and Menorca
- Turkey, Marmaris: Damaging waterspout overturns yachts in Yat Marina
- Greece: Ionian Islands Devastated by “Medicane”
Safety and Security Issues:
- Helping Your Friends and Family Help You
- The Migrant Crisis – Tragedy and Treachery
- SAR Contacts – Find Rescue Coordination Centres Worldwide
- Securing your Boat from Intruders
- Protecting Yourself from Boat Theft
- Noonsite’s Piracy and Security Pages
Health
Keep an eye on the World Health Organisation website to check for any health alerts in the countries you are planning to visit so you can prepare you and your crew accordingly. It may be that certain vaccinations are required and certificates carried, or that restrictions are in place at ports of entry if coming from a country with an epidemic and further health paperwork needs to be carried by all crew. All countries on Noonsite have a useful health section for reference.
Helpful reports
Environmental Issues and Requirements:
- European Black & Grey Water Regulations
- We can all help Clean up the Med
- Aluminium Cans and the Ocean
- Citizen Science Programmes for Cruisers
- Balearic Islands: Be Aware of the Posidonia LIFE Project if wanting to anchor.
- Noonsite’s Environment Pages
Mediterranean End of Season Preparations:
- How to lay up a Yacht Abroad
- Yacht Transportation
- Warning Regarding the International Transport of Yachts
- Shipping Your Boat – a Guide for Transportation
- Wintering in the Mediterranean
- Keeping your Yacht in Greece Post-Brexit
Mediterranean Cruisers’ Blogs
- Saillmates: Sailing Greece – The Beauty and the Beasts
- Sailmates: The Joys and Horrors of The Med
- Lizatrix: Sailing the Mediterranean
- Exploring the Med with a dog
- Summer in Mediterranean Spain
- Sail Big Sky
- Two Years for the Caribbean & Med
- Ocean Dream – Cruising Tips
(Editor’s Note: Any updates to the above articles or suggestions of links you have found useful for Mediterranean cruising are very welcome. Register on Noonsite (top right) and post a comment at the bottom of this report or send your feedback to [email protected], thank you).
