There are lots of people who have dreamed about getting their own sailing boats or yachts, since they are the height of style and fashion, and usually coveted by the aspiring rich. But getting a yacht is not merely a vanity item for the rich and famous; it can be a very real way for you to relax as you sail off into the crystal blue ocean.

The dream of owning your own boat is not so far fetched as some people believe and as some people might want you to believe (these people might also tell you that you don't deserve to attend a great summer school UK.) So, you don't need to buy into the lie that getting a lovely boat for yourself (and your family) is just a vanity and that you should focus your attention in more practical endeavors. In reality, you should follow what your heart yearns and, by livingyour dreams, you will pave the way towards a future of freedom, something your yacht will be an expression of. If you're still not convinced, here are 5 excellent reasons why now is the time to buy yourself a yacht.

1. Endless summer: The best time to set sail and be out on the ocean is the summer, no questions asked. The weather is mostly perfect, with a lovely sea breeze being the closest thing you'll experience to the dreaded winter storms. The water takes on a lovely hue, and the sun sets later, allowing you to enjoy your days more fully.

2. Getting a discount: The recent downturn in the economy spells opportunity for those looking to make a great purchase. Many excellent boats are going for thousands and sometimes even hundreds of thousands less than what they were originally purchased for. If you have been putting money aside for pampering yourself, now is the time to make your dreams come true.

3. The price of sas is low: For the last couple of years in the United States, the prices for gas were absolutely horrible, pretty much making all travel an expensive affair. In recent months, this situation has shifted significantly which means that you not only get your yacht for less (see at the point above) but your gas costs are also cut down.

4. Fun for the whole family: A yacht makes for a great environment for family activities. What better way to keep your family together and happy than a fabulous holiday in the blue ocean? Learning the ropes and helping with the sailing gives every family member something to do and teaches cooperation between siblings.

5. Your dream: If you have wanted a yacht for as long as you can remember you need to acknowledge that you deserve to take the change and follow your dream. Most likely, what is stopping you from pursuing your dream are obstacles that exist more in your mind than any insurmountable economic reality. Give yourself the gift to go to learn French in France, or maybe dock in the Mediterranean shores for a fantastic summer camp Italy has ready for you.

Some Useful Jargon
• Ship: Don't say boat, it will not be appreciated by those in the know.
• Deck: A floor, any floor, on the ship.
• Cabin/Stateroom: Bedroom.
• Port: Left side of the ship.
• Starboard: Right side of the ship.
• Bow: Front of the ship.
• Stern: Rear of the ship (sometimes also called aft.)