What type of Yacht (sailing or motor) would be needed for self-sustaining trips of 1 week +?

Question

What should the length, draught, etc be? How about a transatlantic trip? And what is the price range for used boats like this?

thanks

Answer 1

Hi,

I was wondering that myself because I wanted to sail from France to San Francisco. After much research, a 36 feet long boat seemed like to perfect size for a trans-atlantic crossing.

So, I did it: France->San Francisco, 1 year, 10000 Miles.

Check the boat: http://folalier.com/general/oceanis370.h...

Check the trip: http://folalier.com/general/cheminParcou...

Check my notes about what to buy etc: http://folalier.com/ocsc/presentation.ht...

I just sold my boat for 72K

Answer 2

How about the best of both worlds? A sailing yacht with an inboard engine.

The rest of the question is pretty much subjective - as far as size and price, it's totally up to you and your platinum Master Card.

Answer 3

I've gone on trips over a week in a 15 foot kayak.   It all depends on how much comfort you want.   I'd want at least a 22 foot sailboat for that.   60 + for transatlantic.