Publisher's Synopsis
What better way of travelling the world than by crewing on a yacht?The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Oceans is ideal for crew pre-planning,and for skippers seeking crew. It is packed with practical informationfrom how to find a crew position, what to expect from different kindsof skipper, how to be in the right place at the right time, where theyachts gather and when, to rally locations, how to maximise yourchances of being taken on as crew, what will be expected of you ascrew, and job opportunities along the way.
Unique yacht migration maps show where the seasonal bottlenecksoccur, and help pinpoint the best places and times of year to gain acrew place. This fifth edition with updated information and websiteaddresses will be welcomed by all aspiring yacht crew, and as askipper's reference.
'Packed with all the information you'd need to find a crewing position… an invaluable guide to crewing anywhere in the world.' Yachting Monthly
