All At Sea April 2010 Editorial
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Caribbean News April 2010
Caribbean News April 2010
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Yacht Club News April 2010
Yacht Club News April 2010
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Group Think Me Thinks Not
My wife says I'm anti-social. That's baloney. I just hate people. I mean, people as in plural. I don't mind individual jerks - only groups of jerks. I don't like mobs either, and I consider two people a mob.
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Sailing with Charlie with Floggings and Other Fun Punishments
"The beatings will continue until morale improves" is the single most popular banner on T-shirts bought by tourists in the BVI. The irony is lost on no-one.
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Green Regattas Go Greener
Sailing clean and "green" has moved beyond a one-year wonder to become a way of life at many Caribbean regattas. In fact, other marine events have started to add "going green" to their list of activities.
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Designing an AL5 Catamaran for the America Cup
The America's cup is a match race for a 159 year-old trophy first won by the yacht America from England. The original winners of the cup donated it as a perpetual trophy, governed by a document called the Deed of Gift.
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State of Art Developments in Super Yacht Entertainment Systems
3-D Cinema is the latest trend for film and sports blockbusters, and the latest home entertainment systems are delivering a "theater quality" experience from the comfort of your own living room.
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Tech Solutions for Boaters Regarding Weather Forecasts
Dear Dr. IT, My husband wants to make a passage from the Bahamas south to Puerto Rico, which will take us around three to four days in our midsized sailboat.
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Two Classics Get Some Much Needed Attention
Having been recently replaced by a newer, flashier model, and hailing from a land steeped in a tradition of boat builders and shipwrights, I eagerly accepted my friend's offer to hang out on his vintage Hatteras motor yacht.
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The Green Sea Slug is a Solar Powered Planimal
Another fact drilled into our heads in school was that only plants produce chlorophyll. Not so says Dr. Sidney K. Pierce, University of South Florida Tampa, and his research partners!
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Eco Friendly Products for your Boat in Spring 2010
As boaters, it's up to all of us to help protect the ecosystems that provide us so much joy. And with the growing availability of green marine products, there's really no reason for us not to do our part.
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Choosing Charter Destinations to Saint Somewhere
The choice of where to charter is based on a handful of factors that begin with skill and experience.
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Boat School Your Kids While Cruising the Caribbean 2010
So here we are, six months into a two-year cruise, boat schooling our two kids, daughter Renaissance, eleven, and son Havana, nine. Boat schooling our kids has not been easy, but it's rewarding.
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The Dish with Easy Easter Buffet 2010
Serve your Easter ham with assorted chutneys or fruits salsas you can make in minutes.
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Forward Look at Ultra Green High Performance Superyacht of the Millennium
A Solar Hybrid Superyacht with a Revolutionary Carbon Offset Design that Harnesses Sun, Wind and Wave Energy to Reduce GHG Emissions by 75 to 100%.
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Alerion Debuts New Sport 33 The First in a New Line
Pearson Composites unveils a new, parallel line of elegant dayboats that will offer a notably higher level of performance and appeal for those who love to race.
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Interior Secretary Ken Salazar Announces Major Boating Grants for Nine US States
Award of more than $12 million in grants for 13 boating infrastructure projects including construction of docks, boat slips and other facilities to support recreational boating.
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Worlds Largest 1000 Ton Travelift Ready for Action at Colonnas Shipyard
The world’s largest mobile hoist, a US built 1000 metric ton Marine Travelift, the West Yard is designed as a rapid response facility providing immediate repair and a timely return to service.
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Peters and May Outwits Volcano
The quick-thinking of a Marine Air Freight Export Specialist at Peters & May by re-routing marine cargo overland has led to two particularly buoyant boat manufacturers!
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Faraday Rosenberg is a Bright Spark on the Sailing Scene in 2010
Antigua
Although female and only 27 years old, Faraday Rosenberg is currently skipper of the much-acclaimed W-class White Wings.
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Light Winds and Heavy Enthusiasm at RORC Caribbean 600 2010
Antigua
As many sailing locations worldwide were gripped by winter's snow and ice, the 2010 RORC Caribbean 600 Race hosted by the Antigua Yacht Club departed English Harbour, Antigua on February 22.
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Win Some and Lose Some on Winsome
Antigua
Last year Don Ward's delightful Cherubini 44 Winsome not only won her class, she also came a record first in all four races in the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
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Visione Overall Winner at Antigua Superyacht Cup 2010
Antigua
With windy conditions, this year's Antigua Superyacht Cup course needed to take into account not only the weather and sea conditions but the optimal "guest experience."
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Win a Solid Gold Leinfelder Watch in the Cruiser Fleet at Antigua Sailing Week
Antigua
The overall winner of the Cruising fleet at the 43rd edition of Antigua Sailing Week (24-30 April 2010) will be going home with a solid gold limited edition Leinfelder watch.
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Cool Days AND Long Hot Party Nights at Antigua Sailing Week
Antigua
Cool days in Antigua you might ask? Well if you consider fast competitive sailing around the Caribbean Sea followed by beach parties with live music cool, then yes.
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Countdown to Antigua Sailing Week 2010
Antigua
With just four days remaining before the start of 43rd edition of Antigua Sailing Week (24-30 April 2010), there is still a consistent stream of entries coming in.
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Dont Miss the 25th Annual Mount Gay Boatyard Regatta Coming up in May
Barbados
Come Join in the Action and Fun at the 25th Annual Mount Gay Rum / Boatyard Regatta. The action is sure to be hot whether on the waves during the day or in the famous after parties at night
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Evertsz and Van Vliet Win Bonaire Intl Blue Marlin Tournament 2010
Bonaire
In the weekend of January 28th through 31st, a total of 30 fishing teams on seagoing vessels registered for the Bonaire International Blue Marlin Tournament 2010.
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News Notes from Curacao April 2010
Curacao
News Notes from Curaçao in April 2010
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Rolex Farr 40 World Championships Heating Up Off Casa De Campo
Dominican Republic
The docks of the Casa de Campo Marina were buzzing today as competitors completed sail measurement, weigh-ins and registration in advance of the start of the Rolex Farr 40 World Championship
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How Good is the Berth Control on Your Boat
Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Berth Control competition is a fun, interactive event that gives captains, crew, and marine industry professionals the chance to maneuver a mini megayacht, around a course against the clock
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Grenada Workboat Regatta is a Ting of Beauty
Grenada
The Workboat Regatta, traditionally held in conjunction with the Grenada Sailing Festival, busted loose this year with its own showy weekend of sailing on Grand Anse beach.
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Biggest Fleet Turns out for Grenada Port Louis Regatta 2010
Grenada
Two thousand ten was a record-breaking year for the Grenada Sailing Series as it launched into its 17th year during the final weekend of January.
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Trinis take Top Boat in 41st Spice Island Billfish Tournament
Grenada
Sports fishermen from Trinidad and Tobago (T and T) proved their billfishing prowess for the fourth year in a row at the Spice Island Billfish Tournament.
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New Sculpture Unveiled for Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park
Grenada
The original sculptures of British Sculptor Jason Taylor encapsulated Grenadas colorful history and folklore and have brought a quirky dimension to both diving and snorkeling here in Grenada.
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Heading for Haiti to Help with Earthquake Recovery Efforts
Haiti
Ile La Vache is off the SW coast of Haiti and that is where some of the humanitarian aid from St. Maarten is headed on cruising yachts taking part in the supply run.
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April Docklines Newsletter from the Errol Flynn Marina in Jamaica
Jamaica
April Docklines Newsletter from the Errol Flynn Marina in Port Antonio, Jamaica
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Eighty Sailors Compete in Club Nautico de San Juan Intl Regatta 2010
Puerto Rico
Shifty winds that blew from a brisk 15 knots to a nearly calm 6 knots challenged the record 80 sailors competing in the 9th Annual Club Nautico de San Juan (CNSJ) International Regatta, held February 5 to 7.
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US Coast Guard Training Vessel Eagle to Visit San Juan May 2010
Puerto Rico
The 295-foot, three-masted sailing vessel Eagle will make a port call in San Juan, Puerto Rico, May 7 to 10. The public is invited aboard to tour this majestic and historic vessel.
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Titouan Lamazou Designs Official Poster for Voiles de Saint Barth
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
The artist-writer-sailor Titouan Lamazou has come up with the design of the official poster for the first edition of the Voiles de Saint Barth.
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D-day-1 for the First Edition of the Voiles de Saint-Barth
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
All those who love fine yachting will have their eyes firmly focused on St. Barth from tomorrow when the first edition of the "Voiles" gets underway.
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Start of the 2010 Voiles de Saint-Barth
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
After an evening party to welcome everyone with music and a friendly atmosphere, the twenty-three crews taking part started racing at the Voiles de Saint Barth, the latest in the Caribbean
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Day Two at Voiles de Saint-Barth 2010 - What a sight
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
They wanted it and they got it! They found the wind they were looking for and some demanding conditions.
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St Croix Yacht Club Hospice Regatta Results 2010
St. Croix, US Virgin Islands
Two very different days of weather, two rainbows, five dolphins and 66 entries on the starting line made for a good venue to raise funds and awareness for hospice on St. Croix, at the St. Croix Yacht Club Hospice Regatta, February 19-21.
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Navigation 101 for Hands On Experience in Sailing
St. John, US Virgin Islands
Welcome to Navigation 101, a sail training program for high school students enrolled in St. John's Gifft Hill School. It incorporates the theoretical, academic work that underpins navigation along with hands-on experience.
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Ziplining Through a Green Paradise on Saint Lucia
St. Lucia
The most popular activity in a group of thrill-seekers like ARC crew, of course, was ziplining. So in the spirit of the island and the event, I decided to face my fear of heights and join a group of crewmembers.
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2010 Was a RECORD BREAKING Season at The Marina at Marigot Bay
St. Lucia
The Marina at Marigot Bay, opened for business in 2006, is thrilled to report that the 2010 Caribbean charter season has broken all records.
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Sampling Anchorages on St Maarten and St Martin
St. Maarten / St. Martin
Depending on your interests and cruising style, St. Maarten/St. Martin's anchorages and marinas offer something for everyone.
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Hooters Calendar Girls Participating in Captain Olivers Regatta
St. Maarten / St. Martin
When the 6th annual Captain Oliver's Regatta, presented by Coors Light, will kick off on Friday May 14th, it will be with a team of Hooters' Calendar Girls, who are visiting for their photo shoots.
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Racing Starts TODAY at St Thomas Intl Rolex Regatta
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
There are always good reasons to get away to the Caribbean but none as good as participating in the three-day International Rolex Regatta, which is due to begin today, making it the 37th time.
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Day One Was A Day to Remember at St Thomas Intl Rolex Regatta
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
For all, the day yielded spectacular racing under sunny skies with 15-18 knot breezes keeping sailors on their proverbial toes.
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Day Two Battle of the Boats at St Thomas Intl Rolex Regatta
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
It's anyone's regatta after Day Two. Close battles in many divisions in once again perfect conditions. Going into Day Three is going to exciting to see who pulls it off!
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Stellar Performances Cap Three Days of Racing at St Thomas Rolex
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Last year he lost this event in the final races on the last day, but this year, Puerto Rico's Fraito Lugo had built some good padding into his score line over two days and followed form on the third
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Results In for St Thomas Budget Rent A Car Dolphin Derby Fishing Tournament
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
The catch of a 37.48-pound dolphin (mahi-mahi) earned St. Thomas angler, Ryan Mertens, Top Angler and a $1,000 cash prize, at the Budget Rent A Car Dolphin Derby Fishing Tournament
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New Safety Laws for Older Charter Boats 2010
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
If you operate a charter boat or "vessel for profit" and are planning to travel through the British Virgin Islands soon, take heed of the marine regulations.
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Current CORT Standings Before BVI Spring Regatta
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
The new Palmas del Mar Yacht Club & Marina in Puerto Rico was the perfect venue for the second leg of the 2010 Cape Air Caribbean Ocean Racing Triangle (C.O.R.T.) Series
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And They Are Off at the BVI Sailing Festival
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
The day dawned with perfect conditions for the forty-six boats racing in the Bitter End Cup, the first day’s racing of the 2010 BVI Sailing Festival.
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Zen Wins Nanny Cay Cup and BVI Spring Regatta Village Opens
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Today was big at the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival. Boats raced down from North Sound to Nanny Cay, competing in the Nanny Cay Cup, the last event of the BVI Sailing Festival.
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Slow Start but a Hot Finish for Day One of the BVI Spring Regatta
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Although the clouds hung over all morning, there was wind from the north ranging from a low of 5 to a high of about 20 and later in the day, the sun came shining brightly over the 103 boat fleet
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Rejoice or Re-Joyce or Whatever The Wind Filled In at BVI Spring Regatta
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
It was one of those mornings when sails look more like hanging laundry than anything else. Wind conditions improved as the second day of racing for the BVI Spring Regatta wore on.
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Formula 40 Soma Breaks Round Tortola Record in Nanny Cay Challenge
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Soma, a St John-based Formula 40 catamaran and frequent BVI visitor, smashed the Round Tortola Record yesterday in the first attempt on the Nanny Cay Challenge announced in February.
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Let the Games Begin at the BVI Sailing Festival
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Under a gorgeous moonlit sky, sailors mill around the bar enjoying tonight’s 2 for 1 Mount Gay specials. Registration is officially closed for the BVI Sailing Festival.
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US1 Places First While Seven Year Old Steals the Show at BVI Sailing Festival
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Today was layday at the Bitter End Yacht Club for all the participants in the 2010 BVI Sailing Festival. Some used the day to remotely catch up in the office others fully enjoyed the lasers
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Marine Artist Paul Borghi
Water Island, US Virgin Islands
Many of us see a fish as a fish and the sea as simply blue. Not Virgin Islands' marine artist Paul Borghi. The Massachusetts native and near 20-year resident of Water Island sees this same sea life in all its three-dimensional and colorful glory.
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Summer Sailstice Celebrates 10th Anniversary on June 19
Worldwide
Once a year, the world’s largest sailing celebration takes place on a body of water near you. Join the world for the 10th Summer Sailstice, an annual global celebration of sail.
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New Look Schedule for Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12
Worldwide
This edition of the race will see a new format for the racing programme in the host cities, including the start city of Alicante, Spain and finish city of Galway, Ireland.
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KVH Doubles Bandwidth for mini-VSAT Broadband Service in North Pacific
Worldwide
KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq: KVHI) announced today that it has doubled the network’s bandwidth in the North Pacific Ocean Region.
