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The iconic paradise of St Vincent and the Grenadines delivered perfect sailing days and an authentic Caribbean experience for Saskia Stainer-Hutchins How many places in the world can truly claim to be an iconic sailing destination? St Vincent and The Grenadines (SVG), a scattered chain of 32 idyllic Caribbean islands, certainly earns that title. Line-of-sight…

Entering the famous ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) provides a hard deadline for skippers to face ocean preparation Photo: White Dot Sailing/Maritime Filming UK The two most oft-cited reasons to join the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers are for the safety element and the social side. But a third reason is equally key: it’s a hard…

‘The world needs to know more about this’ says Ryan Reynolds. Is high-speed sailing finally getting its moment in the limelight? Ryan Reynolds, co-owner of BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team, looks on after joining the BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team for a sixth sailor experience ahead of the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix on…

French offshore sailor Violette Dorange and Spanish 470 champion Marta Cardona Alcántara have been named in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list Violette Dorange celebrates with relatives on her Imoca monohull Devenir after placing 25th in the 10th edition of the 2024-25 Vendee Globe. Photo by Sebastien Salom-Gomis / AFP via Getty Images Is sailing…

Weather forecaster for the British Sailing Team since 2015, Simon Rowell, gives his advice on using a barometer to understand the forecast Most yachts have a mechanical barometer on board, either a brass or a stainless one screwed to the bulkhead somewhere convenient – ideally close to the navigation desk so it can be read…

With more first-time buyers committing to a new yacht — often with less experience — what do you need to consider to make the biggest purchase of your life a pleasure? Mention that you’re buying your first yacht, and plenty of helpful advisors will warn you of the perils. Buying is an act of commitment…

Motor yacht 2 Ladies has returned to the Mediterranean following a major refit in Croatia, emerging refreshed and ready for luxury yacht charters for the 2026 season. The 46.35-metre Rossinavi superyacht recently completed an extensive shipyard period at Adria Docks in Trogir under the management of Croatian engineering and refit specialist Capax. Luxury yacht 2…

A 1987 legend reborn: the Grand Soleil 52 pairs Frers’ legacy with modern Polli performance and Nauta style. Discover true luxury at speed. In the pantheon of Grand Soleil yachts, the 52 drawn by German Frers and launched back in 1987, still looms large. Now this legend has been reborn for a new golden age…

This year’s boat show season has highlighted the enduring appeal of established charter yachts, with seasoned brokers and experienced charterers increasingly championing beautifully maintained and expertly refitted classics over the rush for the newest launch. Some of the most admired yachts on display were not fresh from the shipyard, but proven vessels elevated through exceptional…

All about the AC40, which will be used for the Youth and Women’s America’s Cups and the America’s Cup preliminary series The 38th America’s Cup will be retaining the AC75 foiling monohull class for the actual Cup match in Naples, but the technical framework has seen a seismic shift. While the cutting-edge AC75s remain the…