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ARC+ takes sailors across the Atlantic from Gran Canaria to the Caribbean via the Cape Verde archipelago. Originally launched in response to the ever growing popularity of the ARC, the route via the Cape Verde islands is now firmly established as a standalone rally with its own unique identity.

The Cape Verde islands are ideally placed for boats to sail ‘south until the butter melts’ and the route includes a 4 to 6 day stopover at Mindelo, São Vicente providing crews with an opportunity to discover the enchanting local culture, lively nightlife and bustling food markets that make the Cape Verdes a fascinating place to visit.

The rally makes its Caribbean landfall at Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina in Grenada. This recently refurbished 227 berth marina is situated in the lagoon to the south of St George’s Harbour, and is ideally placed for the Atlantic crossing landfall. Grenada is situated at the southern end of the Windward Island chain, with superb beaches, coves and islands, it is a delightful destination, ideally placed for sailing north through some of best cruising areas in the Caribbean.


RALLY NEWS

World Cruising Club Statement - Hurricane Beryl.
04/07/2024

The Islands and people of Grenada and the Grenadines are close to the hearts of many of our Rally participants as well as the World Cruising Club team. Our thoughts are with them all at this challenging time.Looking to the future our plans for ARC+ 2024 remain unchanged. Grenada, and Port Louis Marina reported minimal damage to boats and marina facilities and they look forward to welcoming the... Click here for more info..

Hurricane Beryl - Grenada Government Priority List of Relief Items.
03/07/2024

The Islands and people of Grenada and the Grenadines are close to the hearts of many of our Rally participants as well as the World Cruising Club team.In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, The Office of the Prime Minister of Grenada has published a 'Priority List of Needed Items for Hurricane Relief'They are asking for donations of the following priority items:* Water* Tarpaulin (100ft, 40x30ft)*... Click here for more info..

SailClear introduces an annual subscription fee of US$25.
22/04/2024

SailClear is the service for yachts cruising the Caribbean which allows them to submit their Customs declarations electronically prior to their arrival in 15 Caribbean nations, including Saint Lucia and Grenada. The secure platform provides a fast and convenient way to submit and adhere to all travel requirements for yachts and crew whilst transiting the region. Use of SailClear leads to... Click here for more info..
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08/12/2023

Risque Business - ARC+ 2023 Wrap Up.

Well we’ve been in Grenada for 4 days now and what a welcome all the yachts have had. The ARC Yellow Shirts have been great and so helpful along with the team from Port Louis Marina. As the RB WAGs have been here too, we’ve been lucky to have a read more...

06/12/2023

Valent - In Grenada

Valent eventually finished their Atlantic crossing around day break on Monday. We took a couple of hours longer crossing the finish line than expected as the wind dropped to zero when we were 0.1nm from the line and due to a possibly misguided read more...

06/12/2023

Distraction - Cruise or Race...?

The sharper ones amongst you will have spotted that we have once again turned our bows towards the West horizons. Yes, we are finally at sea after seemingly months of lazing around in Lanzarote and galavanting all over Gran Canaria. That last bit read more...

04/12/2023

Risque Business - A Truly Grenadan Welcome

11:59.20N 61:45.39W1146 GMT Monday 4th December 2023WE CROSSED THE FINISH LINE!We’ve made it to Grenada 🇬🇩. Risque Business has sailed from Portsmouth, then to Spain and Portugal, out to Madeira and then to Las Palmas in Gran Canaria. That’s read more...

03/12/2023

Wild Goose - We did it! final blog….

OMG what a last day.  It had everything that a Caribbean adventure should have, sun, wind, rain, calm, excitement, frustration, elation!  Just no pirates. The day dawned beautiful and found us some 120 miles from the finish sailing fast read more...


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TESTIMONIALS
"That was one of the best times in my life!! The ARC is more than great! Looking forward to the ARC Europe in May, cant wait to see you all again!"
Knut Pfeiffer, S/Y Alize
"Our experience was excellent - we felt well supported, really enjoyed all the social aspects and organised tours, which made life easy and not stressful. The WCC Yellowshirts were super helpful. The focus on safety very reassuring."
Chris Parker, S/Y Mistral of Portsmouth






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The process for international recreational craft and their crew arriving in a foreign port is often more complex than international air travel, so understandably, the thought of casting off the dock lines and venturing abroad can feel a little daunting. Noonsite.com, part of the World Cruising Club family, is the dedicated resource for clearance formalities bluewater cruising. Check out their useful clearance summary checklist...... more info


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