Do you know someone who loves the sea and sailing?
Maybe you're struggling to find the perfect gift for them this Christmas, because if you don't know much about the subject, it can be difficult to find something they'll be particularly excited about.
That's why, in this post, we give you some ideas on what to buy for lovers of maritime activities.
And even if it's not for these dates, you can recover this post for any special occasion.
Let's get started!
Sailing clothing
Despite the passing of the seasons, those who love the sea are able to go sailing at any time of the year.
That's why it's perhaps a great idea to give special clothing to enjoy this activity during the coldest months of the year.
Whether it's thermal clothing, nautical jackets, waterproof boots or gloves to protect hands from inclement weather, we're sure it will be a great idea.
Within these options, take into account your budget and the needs that person may have.
If you are still not convinced, you can check the rest of the options on our list.
Useful tools at sea
There are an infinite number of utilities that can be added to boats, called navigation instruments.
You could give radars, nautical charts, cameras or communication systems, but this is very technical and specific. If you are interested in this option, consider buying a gift voucher in a specialized shop.
On the other hand, there are simpler options that are not directly related to the boat.
A good multipurpose nautical knife is an interesting option, especially if it is small, as you often need tools at specific times and having to fetch them can slow you down.
Another classic gift for sailing are nautical watches, usually water-resistant, and nowadays, you can even find smartwatches specifically for this activity.
These watches not only tell the time but also have extra features such as integrated nautical charts, stopwatches, timers, heart rate sensors, barometer altimeter, compasses, accelerometers...
Cutting-edge technology!
Vessel qualifications
Not all lovers of the sea need to have all the qualifications available for sailing.
As there are boats that can be driven without a licence (less than 5 metres and low power), you may not have had the need or the possibility of obtaining one of them.
The most common ones for people who are not professionally involved in this sector are:
Navigation licence or certificate
It is the most common for beginners, or depending on the size of the boat you have.
It is not very difficult to obtain as it is the simplest, and with it, you will be able to drive boats of up to 6 metres, and you will be allowed to go 2 nautical miles away from the coast.
Recreational craft skipper
If you already have a licence, you may want to make the leap to larger vessels. That's where the PER comes in.
In this case, it allows you to drive boats up to 15 metres and 12 nautical miles off the coast.
In both cases, you can get more information on how to get the PER or the certificate at certified nautical schools, to make the process easier for your loved one.
Giving the gift of experience
If none of these ideas particularly convince you, the last one on the list is to give him an experience he will never forget.
The first option is to rent a boat from a charter company.
You should consider whether the person you are giving the gift to has a sailing licence; if you are not sure, you can rent a boat with a skipper without any problem.
Another option would be to book a boat trip in an area that you think they will really enjoy, and you could go together to enjoy the trip.
Making memories is always the best gift!
Give Blue Ocean as a gift
Have you been able to choose anything from our list? We hope we have been helpful with this post.
We are a boat rental and boat tours company, working to achieve the highest quality and customer satisfaction, and taking care of the island and the nature that surrounds us in the process.
If you decide to give experiences as a gift, we will be delighted to be part of it.
Contact us without obligation!
