The 2014 Aegean Sailing Rally, organised by the Hellenic Offshore Racing Club, will be held on July 18th to July 24th. It is an event that will be raced over 340 nautical miles in 2014 (depending on which course is devised the race distance can vary from 250 to 400 miles) and will include four racing legs.
West Highland Yachting Week
West Highland Yachting Week
The 2014 West Highland Yachting Week takes place between July 26th to August 2nd, and will be held at three different venues – Oban, Craobh, and Tobermory.
Oilies or Oilskins
Oilskins or Oilies as they are fondly known by many people are a superb choice for fishermen, sailors, riders or motorcyclists who want to stay dry even when the downpour is severe.
The Mary Celeste
The Mary Celeste became famous as the centre of one of the greatest mysteries in maritime history. On December 5th, 1872, the merchant brigantine was discovered adrift in the Atlantic Ocean, completely deserted. What made the find so puzzling was that there had been no storms or signs of struggle, yet the ship had clearly been abandoned.
Falmouth Classics 2014
Falmouth Classics 2014, which includes a sea shanty festival in the town, takes place from June 13th to June 15th. Notably, this year Cornish and French vessels will race against each other. This is the result of an alliance that was created between Falmouth and Douarnenez, a French port in Brittany, to promote each other’s events.
Kiel Week 2014
A superb extravaganza which features an unprecedented range and number of nautical events, Kiel Week 2014 promises to be one of the best yet. The largest festival in Northern Europe, Kiel Week 2014 lasts nine days and incorporates over two thousand different events.
The Borneo International Yacht Challenge
The Borneo International Yacht Challenge 2014
The Borneo International Yacht Challenge is a world-class sailing event off the coast of Borneo, covering some of the most scenic routes on unpredictable waters.
Dockwalking Tips
Dockwalking Tips for Beginners
If you have dreams of making a career working aboard a yacht, then you should consider dock walking in order to get hired. This is an old and effective way to find a job by simply walking up and down docks and marinas talking to crew members or the captains of boats. Here are some dockwalking tips to begin your path to employment: