We are a family with young children and would love to do a group sail. Do kids onboard pose a problem?
The answer to that question largely depends on the age of the kids. In my experience, kids ages 7 years old and up seldom have problems with the sailing, and almost always enjoy themselves. They also tend to not be a damper on the trip for the other adult guests. Younger kids, however, age 6 and below, tend to NOT enjoy the trips as much as parents expect them to. They also tend to be a damper on the trip for the other “grownup” guests. In my opinion, infants and toddlers should not do the group trips with other guests on board. I always suggest that if you would like to do a sailing trip with your family, and if it consists of younger children, consider locking out a trip for just your family. This way, you have the whole boat to yourselves, there is more space, and no other guests to get on the nerves of. Yes, you’ll pay more per person because of the lockout cost. But in all likelihood, your kids will have a better time, and that means YOU will have a better time. Just email me for
