Sailing the boat

The beauty of sailing (and a curse for many) is that you harness nature to move you from one place to another. And nature a lot of times likes to be finicky and unpredictable. Location is not only important for views and attractions, but also for winds, currents and obstacles. Even an experienced captain cannot bring wind. So pick your sailing charters location carefully. Here are some great location ideas...

1. Adelaide. Enjoy this sailing location with calm scenic waters of the St. Vincent Gulf and River Torrens. A group of competent skippers and instructors will surely get you in tune with sailing know how and help you enjoy you sailing adventure with your vessel of choice.

2. Brisbane. With a variety of sailing charters to choose from, have the Queensland coast as your campus if you want to learn to sail, and have the Moreton Bay as a spectacular backdrop on your sail boat. This location boasts of the largest selection of water vessels and charter packages that will surely keep you coming back for more sailing adventures.

3. Broome. The Broome climate is perfect for sailing as it has tropical climates with hot summers and warm winters. Ecosailing is very popular in Broome and you can choose from a wide variety of sailing charter destinations such as the famous Cygnet Bay, seaside towns of Broome, the Kimberley's and the splendid Mitchell Falls.

4. Canberra. It is Australia's largest inland city and ranked 8th largest city in the land down under. Even with this prestigious label, it still has more to offer as a sailing destination. Having the third lowest annual rainfall and a continental climate, sailing is as enjoyable and suitable in Canberra. Sail on the picturesque lake Burley Griffin on your very own dinghy for a day and get a shot at learning how the pros do it!

5. Gold Coast. You have plenty of sunshine all year round with the sub-tropical climate of the Gold Coast and plenty of sailing charters to choose from. You will run out of sailing sun before you can even cover all the beautiful ports of the Gold Coast. From the southern coast of Queensland to that South Stradbroke Island and the spectacular Rainbow Bay. In between sailing, you may want to engage in the different activities that these ports offer. From swimming, snorkeling, even picnicking as you stretch those sea legs for a moment of lunch with family and friends. You can choose your own adventure and work with your skipper as to what course and sailing experience you want to do for the day. For the others that you have not visited, you can keep these locations for yet another day of sailing bliss only the Gold Coast can offer.

6. Melbourne. If you want to do a check on your sailing skills, Port Philip Bay is for you, it's where professional sailors gather into a sailing community together with coaches, officials and the world's best sailors. If you want to learn to sail, this is one spot that you will find and abundance of instructors in. Do you fancy a more subdued and private backdrop? You can go for the Mornington Peninsula for your sailing pleasure.

7. New Zealand. The South pacific oasis just waits for you to drop anchor as New Zealand gives you some of the best sailing charters. Float past the most magnificent beaches of the remotest of islands. Take your pick of boats that have passed New Zealand safety standards that give you the perfect sailing experience. You can never find a climate that's perfect for sailing anywhere else as New Zealand has many hours of sunshine, moderate rainfall and climate to go with your sailing adventure. As the climate is dominated by mountains and the sea, you are sure to find perfect wind and waves to sail on.

8. Perth. Enjoy the cool waters of the Swan River or go for an adrenalin boost sailing the nearby Indian Ocean, whatever you fancy, Perth will surely be one of your favorite sailing locations. WA waterways are just as tranquil as you like it providing the ultimate retreat from the city. The best part of sailing in Perth is that sailing charters give you the option of daytime or twilight sailing.

9. The Whitsundays. This tropical paradise location is just irresistible that you must and just have to set sail here. There is always something for that sailor who requires luxury to that economical but thrilling sailing adventure. Get a blast from the past by sailing on a historic boat and anchoring on the world heritage Fraser Island.

10. Sydney. With a climate moderated by the nearby seas, it is definitely a perfect sailing location. Choose from the numerous ports and bays to anchor and sail from. Or just simply go for the most beautiful harbor in the world, Sydney Harbor.