All At Sea June 2010 Editorial
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Caribbean News June 2010
Caribbean News June 2010
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Yacht Club News June 2010
Yacht Club News June 2010
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Heavy Weather Advice for Light Weight Sailors
I'm an international weather wimp. The funny thing is that many sailors think I know something about heavy weather because I've ocean-sailed for the last five decades and circumnavigated a time or two. I don't.
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Sailing with Charlie with Clairvoyance
Charlie was busy going over the safety equipment on a yacht tied to the dock when a huge commotion erupted nearby. A little old lady was standing on the dock crying uncontrollably and was in a most distraught state of mind.
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Match Racing Growing in the Caribbean in Spring 2010
Match racing, where two identical sailboats duel one-on-one in a test of the skipper and crew's skill and mental acuity, is catching on in the Caribbean region.
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Netherlands Antilles Juniors Compete in South American Optimist Championship 2010
During the Optimist SudAmericano held over Easter in Uruguay, lightweight sailors were definitely in favour among the 168 from 18 countries who participated in Punta del Este.
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Working in the Engine Room
The problem is that there is still no escaping the fact that Wired is a 30 year-old boat, and harbors some old equipment and outdated thinking which extends to the onboard electrical system. Complex and cumbersome might be fitting adjectives.
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Saving Money by Doing Laundry on Board
Julie read the cruising books and explored websites. She Googled the camping outfitting websites where there is a wealth of information and options. We now have our own laundry on board and it cost us less than $200...
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New Trash Islands Discovered
Scientists studying the largest of the new islands know it by several names including the Pacific Trash Vortex, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and the Eastern Pacific Patch.
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Sail Safe and Sound
Your boat is booked, the bags are almost packed and you're counting down the days to a perfect charter sail-away vacation. It will be just that - as long as you tack around some health and safety issues common to tropical places.
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A Caribbean Family Legacy in Island Water World
Three Generation History of Island Water World
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Stand Up Paddleboarding Grows in Caribbean in 2010
The surf-inspired sport is really a hybrid between paddle sports and surfing and is known by its enthusiastic fan club as "SUP" or just "stand up."
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Budget Marine and Gill Put Foul Weather Gear to Test
It's good to know that tomorrow's sailing gear has been developed, tried and tested here in the Caribbean.
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The Dish with Fathers Day 2010
This year it's on the 20th, a great day to spoil Dad with a delicious breakfast or lunch before you take him "shopping"! Or treat him to a saintly dinner of healthy mahi topped off by a sinful dessert.
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Plans announced for 2012 World ARC Round the World Rally
World ARC, the round the world yacht rally, is gearing up for another circumnavigation with the announcement today by organisers World Cruising Club that the entry list has opened for the 2012 edition
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Are You a Member of the IGY Anchor Club
At Island Global Yachting, we are dedicated to providing the world’s premier yachting experiences and servicing the finest vessels on the seas today. We are pleased to unveil the new 2010 awards program for our top captains.
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Conservation-minded Lionfish Tournament Planned
Abaco, Bahamas
Divers from the U.S. and the Bahamas will unite to battle the Lionfish invasion of the reefs in Abaco, Bahamas on June 16. While beautiful to behold, voracious lionfish are devastating the Bahamian reefs
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Yacht Help Group opens new provisioning department in Antibes
Antibes, France
Following Yacht Helps Group’s first successful season based in Antibes providing a host of services to superyachts, YHG Antibes has now expanded to provide a specialist Provisions and Wine/Drinks department.
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Ran Wins Racing 1 at Antigua Sailing Week 2010
Antigua
With many class overall results resting on the last day's racing, a grand finale was guaranteed for the 43rd Antigua Sailing Week held April 24 to 30.
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Woodvale Challenge Boats Row Across the Atlantic in Spring 2010
Antigua
The last of the transatlantic rowers arrived in English Harbor, Antigua on April 24. James Ketchell completed the 2009/2010 Woodvale Challenge, a grueling 2,548 mile row across the Atlantic to Antigua in 110 days.
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First Class All the Way for Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 2010
Antigua
The heavy rain dampened last minute touch-ups but not the spirit of the 50 plus beauties gathered for one of the world's most ostentatious yachting events, the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
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29th Excellent Easter Regatta Results
Bequia
Days prior to the 29th running of Bequia's Easter Regatta, the Admiralty Bay anchorage began to swell dangerously.
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2nd Curacao Windsurfing Challenge in 2010
Curacao
During this year's Easter weekend, sailing enthusiasts were watching or participating in the Curaçao Regatta and the Curaçao Challenge International windsurf competition.
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Extra Day Added to Heineken Regatta Curacao Nov 2010
Curacao
The third edition of the Heineken Regatta Curaçao will be held on November 12, 13 and 14, 2010.
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Easter Weekend 2010 was Full of Sailing Activities in Curacao
Curacao
Curaçao experienced two major sailing events over the Easter weekend.
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Profile of Frank Virgintino Cruising Ambassador of DR
Dominican Republic
An avid cruiser, cruising guide author and marina designer and builder named Frank Virgintino wants visitors to remember to visit the northern Caribbean - especially the Dominican Republic.
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Nerone Wins a Tight Race in Rolex Farr 40 Worlds 2010
Dominican Republic
The Rolex Farr 40 Worlds series held at Casa de Campo from April 21 to 24 was decided on the final race of the final day, raced in front of a huge spectator fleet from rubber ducks to 25 meter sport fishers.
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Marine Industry Gears Up for 2nd Spin-A-Thon to Benefit Kids In Distress
Fort Lauderdale, FL
The marine industry rides in support of the prevention of child abuse and neglect for all our community’s children on July 16th at the Zoo Health Club on Ft. Lauderdale Beach.
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IYT to Offer Places in its Crew Training Courses on eBay
Fort Lauderdale, FL
IYT of Fort Lauderdale will, for the first time, offer places on several of it's courses on ebay. The initiative is aimed at encouraging yacht crew who have suffered at the hands of the recent economic downturn
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Florida Boat Sales-Use Tax Cap Is Approved
Fort Lauderdale, FL
In what amounts to a major victory for Florida’s struggling marine industry, a measure limiting the sales-use tax on boat purchases now is poised to become law. Florida Governor Charlie Crist signed the larger Jobs for Florida Bill.
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Sea Tow in Broward Initiates Free Automated Radio Check System
Fort Lauderdale, FL
In an effort to promote safe boating, Sea Tow Ft. Lauderdale is now providing to the boating public, free automated marine radio check system, on VHF marine channel 27, 24/7/365.
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First Surfing Contest in Grenada in Spring 2010
Grenada
An American invasion sometime in the mid 1980s, a region of Spain, or perhaps spices - these are the things that people typically associate with Grenada, but not surfing.
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Port Louis Marine Welcomes Summer 2010 Yachts
Grenada
As Grenada's busy winter of 2010 ends, a season that saw a record turnout for the 17th Grenada Sailing Festival's Port Louis Regatta, All at Sea talked with Danny Donelan, Sales and Marketing Manager.
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Spice Islands Services for Boaters in 2010 Part II
Grenada
The Spice Island has it all. For yachtsmen looking to work on or store their boat, there are three facilities available, eagerly awaiting your arrival and ready to serve your needs.
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Yacht Setantii Abandoned during Atlantic Rally to Europe
Horta, Portugal
The crew of the yacht Setantii, a 2004 Sweden 42 en route to Horta, Azores were successfully evacuated this morning (28 May 2010), following a collision with a submerged object 600 nautical miles west of the Azores
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Past Americas Cup Challenger Captures New Prize in Newport
Newport, RI
British entrepreneur and yachtsman Peter de Savary has recently returned to Newport, Rhode Island to chart a new course, this time on land, rather than at sea.
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2nd Annual Palmas Del Mar Tournament Results
Puerto Rico
After two days of fishing, it was Pink Lady and its owner, Alberto "Pipo" Gaul, who earned both the Best Boat and Best Angler awards with 1,000 points.
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First Outing of Les Voiles de Saint Barth a Success
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
The first edition of Les Voiles de Saint Barth - a new nautical event launched by the island of St Barth and its Tourism Committee in conjunction with the Port of Gustavia and the St Barth Yacht Club - was deemed a success.
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Voiles de Saint Barth Scheduled for 4th to 9th April 2011
St. Barthelemy (St. Barth)
The second edition of the Voiles de Saint Barth will take place between 4th and 9th April 2011. François Tolède and Luc Poupon, representing St. Barts Yacht Club, which organises the event, have just confirmed the dates after talks with competitors
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No Overnight Visits Allowed in Coral Reef National Monument
St. John, US Virgin Islands
Overnight visits are not allowed in St. John's V.I. Coral Reef National Monument except when a major storm threatens. This includes the popular Hurricane Hole, park officials have said.
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Yachties Giving back in St Lucia at The Marina at Marigot Bay
St. Lucia
It is said that charity begins at home and for the yacht Blue Eyes – patrons of The Marina at Marigot Bay – Marigot Bay is just that, a second home.
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Budget Rent A Car Dolphin Derby 2010 Results
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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Sailing to Stardom in the Caribbean
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
In the spring of 2009, movie scouts were combing the Virgin Islands, looking for 1950s-era boats as props for a new Johnny Depp flick.
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St Thomas Native Thomas Barrows Named 2010 Collegiate Sailor of the Year
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
2010 College Sailor of the Year – Thomas Barrows, a graduating senior from Yale University and four-time recipient of ICSA All-American Honors (2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010), has been named the ICSA’s 2010 College Sailor of the Year.
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Team BVI Raises Funds for Optinams to Prepare for Canada
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Some of the hardest working athletes at the BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival were not sailing but selling. Their goal? Raising funds from raffle tickets so the five-member BVI Team Optimist can travel to Optinams.
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BVI Spring Regatta Greets Fleet of 103 in April 2010
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Thousands of sailors and visitors were drawn to the week-long 39th BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival at Nanny Cay on Tortola from March 29 to April 4 this year.
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Special Delivery Wins 2010 Atlantic Cup Rally
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
The eighteen sailboats in this year’s Atlantic Cup offshore sailing rally from Tortola to Bermuda departed in brisk northeast winds for the 850 mile passage.
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Parts and Power Tortola Strives for Excellence by Investing in its People
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Parts & Power Ltd, of Tortola, recently completed a 4 day Organization and Time Management course for their personnel concentrating on increased Customer Satisfaction.
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Virgin Gorda VISAR Crew Gets New Boat in 2010
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
Phil Aspinall (VISAR President) proudly handed over the keys to the long awaited new rescue boat for the Virgin Gorda crew.
