Below you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions. The list is updated regularly.
If you still have any questions after reviewing it, please feel free to get in touch with me. I’ll be happy to help.

An ID or passport, your sailing license (if you have one), non-marking deck shoes (with white soles), a sleeping bag, foul-weather gear or a waterproof jacket, pants, and rubber boots, a warm hat (even in summer) and warm clothing. Please also take a look at the packing checklist I’ve prepared especially for this purpose. You can download it to your computer or print it out. I hope it will make preparing for your trip easier. You’ll find it in the main menu under the name: CHECKLIST.
Absolutely. My voyages are training and sea-time building trips. This means that as a member of the crew, you’ll stand watch (including night watches) and take part in navigating and handling the yacht.
No. Meals on board are prepared by the crew. A galley watch is assigned for this purpose and rotates every 24 hours. Everyone will have a chance to show off their culinary skills.
Yes. After the voyage, every participant receives a sea-time certificate containing all the important details, including the number of nautical miles sailed, time under sail and under engine (logged hours), and other relevant information. The certificate is recognized by RYA, PZŻ, the Polish Powerboating and Water Skiing Association and other organisations.
How we deal with the effects of being at sea depends on individual predispositions and the conditions we encounter. In fact, almost everyone experiences seasickness to some degree, although the intensity can vary greatly. Motion sickness medication may help, but it often causes drowsiness and can reduce concentration. In my experience, the best remedy is a positive attitude, proper nutrition, and staying well hydrated. It’s also important not to forget about getting enough rest.
Absolutely. Foul-weather gear is essential on a yacht, just like rubber sailing boots. When the weather changes at sea, we don’t run for shelter—we gear up and keep sailing. A foul-weather jacket will also come in handy even on days without rain. Wind and waves can soak you just as effectively as a downpour. And remember, salty seawater makes wet clothes dry very slowly.
Yes, there are no obstacles to that. However, you must be the child’s parent or legal guardian. Due to the specific nature of life on board during an offshore sailing trip, the child must be at least 14 years old. This requirement is primarily for safety reasons.
Yes, you can, but you must be at least 16 years old and have written consent from your parents or legal guardians, notarized accordingly.
It depends. I run voyages on different yachts owned by various charter companies. Sometimes bedding is provided on board, and sometimes you’ll need to bring your own sleeping bag. Please check this information in the description of the specific voyage.
Everyone is welcome. No prior sailing experience or licenses are required to join my voyages. When people with different levels of sailing experience meet on board, it creates a great opportunity to share knowledge and learn from one another. The route of the voyage and the training elements included are always adjusted to the skills and experience of the crew. If a particular voyage takes place in especially demanding waters or requires specific experience or certifications, this will be clearly stated in the trip description.
The yachts we sail on are equipped with a refrigerator, hot and cold running water, a gas stove with an oven, and everything needed to prepare meals. The crew organizes the shopping and cooking themselves, so it all depends on your preferences and culinary creativity.
Seagoing yachts are equipped with an electrical system and interior lighting. Charging your phone via a USB socket is always possible while in marinas, and at sea whenever the yacht’s power balance allows it.
It depends on the yacht. There may be four people on board, or eight or more. Regardless of the number of crew members, everyone has their own permanent berth. On my voyages, no one sleeps in the saloon or on berths that need to be folded away during the day. Proper rest is important, and everyone has a dedicated place to sleep.
Yes. The yacht is equipped with a toilet and both cold and hot running water. Hot water is available when the yacht is connected to shore power in the marina or while the engine is running during the voyage. However, the amount of fresh water on board is limited, so it should be used sparingly.
The planned route of the voyage is always provided in its description. Please remember, however, that this is only a preliminary plan. Weather conditions at sea, the condition and capabilities of the crew, and other external factors may influence the course of the voyage. Entering certain ports can sometimes be impossible in strong winds due to the specific conditions of a given harbor or sailing area. This may result in the voyage being extended (while waiting for the storm to pass) or, in some cases, ending in a different port than originally planned. Of course, I always adjust and modify the route during the voyage to avoid such situations whenever possible, but safety of the crew always comes first.
Travel to the departure port and the return journey after the voyage are arranged individually by each participant. I encourage everyone to exchange information in the closed Facebook group. It often turns out that some of you are coming from the same city or even traveling on the same train, yet you only meet once you’re already on board. Why not get to know each other earlier and start the adventure together on the way?