Ocean Travel By Sail [closed]

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Can a sailboat go across the ocean?

In most cases, the answer is yes. Almost any well-prepared yacht of 30ft and upwards can tackle the downwind crossing, and indeed there is no reason why an even smaller boat can't do it successfully.

Can you take a boat across the ocean?

Both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans can be crossed in a yacht. You can cross the Pacific and Atlantic oceans on a sailing yacht or a motor yacht. It would be best to have a big enough tank to hold the amount of fuel you expect to burn.

When can you sail across the Indian Ocean?

Mid-April to mid-November is the best time for ocean cruisers to take advantage of the prevailing southeasterly trade winds.

Is sailing declining?

According to the US Coast Guard, since 1999 sailboat registrations have dropped by more than 25% , a trend that began back in the early '80s, and now barely 2% of all registered boats are powered by the wind. It's no secret that the popularity of recreational sailing in America is ebbing and sadly has been for decades.

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Migrants Flee Sinking Dinghy in Dramatic Footage

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