The Magnetic Pull Of Sailing Boats
Ever since people stood upright, there was an exceptional pull towards the seas. Sailing boats were an endeavor that has fueled the human imagination for centuries and to which today we owe the discovery of the world. Had it not been for the efforts of those pioneering sailing boats and extreme courage of their sailors we might have still been cramped onto one continent.
The History Of Sailing Boats
The history of sailing takes us back to the 17th century where Holland was a leader in building and sailing of ships. In the United States of America, you have the New York Yacht Club established and launched in the year 1844. The early efforts to sail were less for pleasure and more for conquering new worlds by trade and war. It took many decades before maps were drawn about the seven seas and at that time, these documents were the most precious commodity on board of a ship to be guarded with their life by their captain and crew.
With time, the sailing boats entered into pleasure occupation and the yacht was born. Most people find a short weekend cruise very appealing and relaxing, while a few more adventurous love to tempt their fate by crossing the seas on a longer itinerary. The challenge of taming the seas and the tranquility of the trip is very often so rewarding that it hooks the traveler for good.
Sailing Boats As An Ideal Family Vacation
Sailing is pretty challenging but at the same time it is exceedingly binding as it is enjoyable. Many small yachts can be manned by less than a handful of people, and if the person is well versed with sailing, can even sail it single handedly or with his/her family. A family vacation on a yacht which is self-sailing is an exhilarating experience.
There is something extremely thrilling at being completely alone in the middle of the sea having only one another to count upon while keeping the yacht on the course. Besides, sleeping, sunbathing, eating on a yacht in the middle of the sea or river or lake can give so much pleasure that it is must-have experience for everyone.
If you want an adventurous vacation, you could always choose to sail to the corners of the world on a sturdy and comfortable yacht. Of course, such a venture is not for a person who has just finished his/her weekend sailing lessons, but only for veterans with hundreds of hours of sailing experience both on calm and rough seas.
