The Definitive List Part 2: Sailing Novels

The Definitive List Part 2: Sailing Novels

The Great Wide Sea by M.H. Herlong Although this book is technically a novel for young adults, it is still a classic tale of adventure and overcoming adversity. After Ben’s mother dies, his father makes the choice to pull him and his brothers out of school to...
Captain Spotlight: Captain Mike

Captain Spotlight: Captain Mike

Captain Mike is one of the most senior captains aboard the San Diego Sailing Tours team. Captain Mike is an avid and passionate fisherman. Captain Mike found his love for sailing over a decade ago and made the choice to work in his field of passion. When not sailing...
San Diego’s Big Bay Boom!

San Diego’s Big Bay Boom!

The 4th of July is one of San Diego’s favorite reasons to celebrate. While San Diego is known as a premier vacation destination, we also boast a large military community. San Diego is home to some of the nations best fireworks displays, the largest of them being...
Common Sailing Terms

Common Sailing Terms

Adrift – Free floating without power or control “We were adrift for three days while troubleshooting the auxiliary engine after the storm.” Aloft – Above deck “Go aloft if you would like to get some air.” Auxiliary engine – An...
Captain Spotlight: Captain Kyle

Captain Spotlight: Captain Kyle

Captain Kyle is the most senior captain aboard the San Diego Sailing Tours family in addition to being a bit of a local legend. Captain Kyle grew up in Los Angeles, a man with a passion for life on the water it is said that he began surfing before he could walk. By...
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