Accessible Sailing

2008 Paralympics

More than 200 U.S. athletes from around the world will compete in 18 sports during the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing, China, September 6-17, 2008. The Games will involve approximately 4000 athletes, 1800 of whom will be wheelchair users.
The process for athletic qualification for U.S. teams, such as World Championships and the Paralympic Games and [...]

Something That Is True

The M/S Verity K is unique in the world. She was purposefully designed and built to be totally wheelchair accessible.

The word ‘verity’ means something that is true, something that is in accordance with reality. The reality here is that 15-20% of every country’s population is disabled. That’s about 650 million people worldwide. [...]

Gato Verde – The Name Says It All

Gato Verde means Green Cat…and that’s what she is…a Green (tending to preserve & improve environmental quality) Cat (short for catamaran).
At Gato Verde we provide clients of all ages and abilities with a fun and unique outdoor sailing adventure. Customized sailing instruction or carefree skippered sailing charters can run from 1.5 hours to seven [...]

What Would You Do With 192 Feet…

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…of nautical elegance and space? Charter a cruise on it of course! The MSY Islander was built with world cruising in mind. This sophisticated motor sailing yacht has every comfort and amenity that you can imagine. Because of her construction and size, she is the perfect choice for chartering an [...]

Ashoka Changemakers Geotourism Challenge

Waypoint Yacht Charter Services and Sherri Backstrom have been honored with a nomination for the National Geographic and Ashoka Changemakers Geotourism Challenge for our efforts to promote accessible, eco-conscious private yacht charters worldwide. Please take a moment to click on the title below, read our entry and post any comments or questions you may have [...]

Accessible Sailing in Greece

Solis Invictis
Now here’s a boat ready and waiting for you. Easy and safe in all circumstances, this Dufour Atoll 4 is designed for sailing enthusiasts who are seeking – above all – escape and serenity. With or without crew, the Atoll 4 accommodates up to 8 people and [...]