Heather Francis is originally from Nova Scotia, Canada. For over a decade she has travelled the world living and working on boats. In 2008 she and her Aussie partner Steve bought Kate, a Newport 41′ sloop, and have been sailing full-time since. They are currently looking for wind in in the Philippines and […]
Seasonal Sailing
Top 5 2018 Winter Sun Holiday Destinations
As the days get shorter and the nights get colder, we can’t help but dream of warm, sunny destinations to escape the winter blues. Catch some rays while cruising around crystal clear waters on a dream 2018 winter sun holiday. We have made a list of the top five destinations […]
The perfect NYE 2017 destinations for a boat holiday
Only a few more weeks and it’s time to leave 2017 behind! How will you ring in the new year? If you’re looking to celebrate NYE 2018 in style, we’ve got you covered. Whether you want to spend the evening quietly with your partner, see some great fireworks with your […]
Dream Winter Sailing Holidays
Are you longing for a paradise of palm trees, warm waters, cool cocktails and exotic landscapes? If so, it’s time to start planning a winter getaway. Here are our top picks for dream winter sailing holidays in 2017. Zizoo’s Favourite Destinations For Dream Winter Sailing Holidays Tortola, British Virgin Islands The […]
Guest Post: What sailors do in Winter
The days are getting shorter, the weather is colder and the sun doesn’t seem to shine as bright. Well, it’s time to accept that the summer sailing season in many parts of Europe is over. So what is a sailor to do as the temperatures drop and the boats get […]
Guest Post: When to go on a sailing holiday?
Planning your first sailing holiday with Zizoo? One of the first steps is deciding when to go. Our guest blogger, Louise, of the popular blogs, Sandy Toes and Writer Woes and Bailey Boat Cat shares her thoughts on when to go on a sailing holiday. When to go on a sailing […]
Guest Post: How the America’s Cup Is Won and Lost
Read this guest post by competitive sailing enthusiast Danny Lynch on winning the America’s Cup. If you love sailing, remember to have a look on our website, featuring over 8,000 boats across 200 locations. Every few years the modern super race that is the America’s Cup takes place to discover […]
Top Christmas Holiday Destinations 2015
Swap the Christmas tree for a palm tree and discover these top Christmas holiday destinations. When you think of Christmas, what comes to mind? Let us guess: crisp winter air, snow, warm drinks by the fire, and family celebrations? It’s classic festive season imagery. But the Christmas holidays are also a […]
10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Boat Lovers
How to choose the perfect Christmas gift for that special, boat-loving someone. Christmas is just around the corner. Can you believe it? Neither can we. Selecting the right gifts for family and friends is hard. It’s a busy time of year, there’s always a crazy rush at the department store […]
7 Best Winter Sailing Destinations
Here’s a list of the 7 best winter holiday destinations to escape to this year… Because winter is coming. And we’re not waiting around for the chill to arrive. We mourn the end of every summer. Here in Europe, the temperature drops, the skies become grey and, in most destinations, […]