Learn the essential safety tips for boating in 10 Commandments with Safetics, ensuring a safe and enjoyable maritime adventure.
Our pets are our best friends, and it’s natural to want to share our love for sailing with them. In this article, we interview veterinarians Charlène and Paul from the French Riviera to answer all your questions about safely bringing your pets on board, from ensuring they wear lifejackets to managing the risks of seawater toxicity, heatstroke, and seasickness.
Discover the new protocol easing entry for non-Schengen boaters in French waters with 53 check-in marinas.
The Octopus with the help of experienced boaters, explains everything about the TEPAI, this pleasure boat tax that allows you to sail in Greece!
Read in French Read in Spanish Read in Italian Today, we celebrate our love for the best companions we have… Our pets! “International Love your pet day” exists for a reason, our adorable ball of fur brings us joy and […]
In the last century, road and maritime safety have undergone significant evolution. Standards, designs, and equipment have emerged thanks to the combined efforts of government, manufacturers, and insurers. Today, faced with risks related to "human factors," the key is the checklist, combining autonomy and prevention, to navigate and drive with both freedom and safety.
Read In French Nestled along the stunning coastline of the Mediterranean Sea, the picturesque village of Sanary-sur-Mer in the South of France comes alive with enchanting Christmas magic during the holiday season. This idyllic setting, with its charming streets, vibrant […]
The ultimate cruising guide to Cape Verde from the best marinas to secluded anchorages, you’ll find everything you need to know!
Read in French 🇫🇷 Today, The Octopus reunites with Anna Pocock for a handpicked collection of idyllic anchorages in Cornwall! A seasoned seafarer in the Cornwall region, Anna presents us with an exceptional cruising guide to the finest stopovers along […]
Read in French 🇫🇷 Storms and Black swans … “The Black Swan: The Power of the Unexpected” is a book written by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, exploring the concept of the extreme impact of certain types of rare events. The author […]
Read in French Navigation is an instinct in the animal kingdom… In aviation, as well as when navigating the seas, we speak of “navigation,” which means moving smoothly from point A to point B in a sometimes hostile environment. Humans […]
Read in French 🇫🇷 28 miles off the Cornish coast, the Scilly Isles are renowned for their Caribbean-esque beauty: the entire archipelago of 200 islets, islands and rocks is designated an AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) for both its […]