Interest in the 25th edition of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) has been ‘astonishing’ say the event organisers, Cowes based World Cruising Club. The popular transatlantic cruising rally achieved its 200th entry today, almost three months ahead of previous years.

Commenting on the popularity of the 25th ARC, Managing Director of World Cruising Club, Andrew Bishop, said: “In its 25 year history, the ARC has become the “must-do” event on the cruising calendar, however interest in the ARC 2010 has been truly astonishing and we have already welcomed our 200th entry. I urge any owners interested for 2010 to contact us whilst we still have places available.”

Chris Doyle has been cruising the Caribbean for over 40 years. His guidebooks, covering every destination from the BVI’s to Trinidad, have become standard on cruising boats. On Wednesday morning, ARC participants gathered to hear Chris’ presentation.