Should you ship a yacht to a destination rather than sail it?

Let the someone else take the strain to maximise your cruising time by getting a company to ship a yacht instead of sailing. Janneke Kuysters and Helen Fretter report

At some point, perhaps in an anchorage far from home, every bluewater cruiser is faced with a choice – do you sail on, or turn back and recross your wake? And if neither option appeals or is practical, then is it time to consider selling up, getting a delivery crew to bring your boat home, or shipping back?

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