What is it called when a ship is leaving?
What is it called when a ship is leaving? Departure. The time at which your ship leaves a port. Disembark. Exiting the ship, usually at the end of your cruise.
What is sailing terminology?
Bow/Stern: The bow is the front of the boat, the stern is the back. Anything near the front of the boat is said to be “forward,” and anything toward the back is “aft” or “astern.” Point of Sail: The boat's direction relative to the wind. You cannot sail directly into the wind. Helm: Where you steer the boat.
What do you say to a departing ship?
Fair winds and following seas This is a farewell or well-wishing phrase that means “may you have good luck and a smooth journey”.