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The Idyllic Waters of Cocos Keeling . 07/10/2024

Following a 3 to 4-day sail from Christmas Island the fleet arrived at a very different set of islands, Cocos Keeling. Being an atoll that encircles a stunning lagoon, the spectacular views are met with a "gasp" at the beauty as each boat arrives through the pass to the northeast of the coral reef. Anchoring off Direction Island, the idyllic turquoise waters provide one of the most breathtaking spots on the journey around the world.There are just two inhabited islands on Cocos, Home Island and West Island. With just 500 living on Home Island and 150 on West Island the pace of life is considerably slower than the busy streets of Lombok or the bigger town of Darwin, both seeming a distant memory. Cocos Keeling has an facinating history and is one of the most unique places to stay in... Click here for more info..

Memorable Gifts from Christmas Island . 30/09/2024

Within an area of just 52 square miles (135 square km) and shaped like a terrier dog, Christmas Island has provided the fleet with many... Click here for more info..

The Indonesian Island of Lombok. 21/09/2024

With beaming smiles and an attitude of ‘nothing is too much trouble’, the fleet have been warmly welcomed throughout their stay in Lombok.... Click here for more info..

World ARC 2024-25 - Thank you & Farewell Australia. 10/09/2024

Today, Tuesday 10 September, saw the start of World ARC 2024-25 Leg 9 - northern Australia to Indonesia. With easy wind conditions on the... Click here for more info..

Making Memories In Mackay. 27/07/2024

13 boats set off from Vanuatu, heading across the Coral Sea, on the final leg of their Pacific Ocean crossing. Their destination was Mackay... Click here for more info..

Unforgettable Adventures in Vanuatu. 15/07/2024

12 boats in the World ARC fleet made the trip to Port Resolution Bay, which is located on the east coast of Tanna, one of Vanuatu's southern... Click here for more info..

Unforgettable Adventures in Vanuatu. 13/07/2024

12 boats in the World ARC fleet made the trip to Port Resolution Bay, which is located on the east coast of Tanna, one of Vanuatu's southern... Click here for more info..

Celebrating An Incredible Time In Fiji. 05/07/2024

 The World ARC rally is all about making memories-of-a-lifetime and Fiji has proved again and again to be a highlight of the... Click here for more info..

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... 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... Click here for more info..

Farewell Celebrations in Lagos for ARC Europe 2024. 24/06/2024

Enjoying a beautiful evening at Ins Tinto restaurant hosted by Marina de Lagos, ARC Europe 2024 participants were welcomed with drinks on... Click here for more info..

World ARC Arrives In Fiji. 15/06/2024

This year, 22 boats in the World ARC Rally fleet staggered their departures from Tonga and arrived in Fiji over the course of three... Click here for more info..

ARC Europe 2024 Start in Ponta Delgada Leg 3. 14/06/2024

It was start day today for ARC Europe 2024 in Ponta Delgada. This is the third and final leg for the rally which will take them from the... Click here for more info..

ARC Europe Prizegiving in Ponta Delgada. 13/06/2024

It was Prizegiving night for the ARC Europe fleet in Ponta Delgada on the island of São Miguel. To rapturous applause the awards were read... Click here for more info..

ARC Portugal Set Off from Plymouth. 09/06/2024

A wonderful and informative programme was set in the special and historical city of Plymouth allowing time for all the crews to meet each... Click here for more info..

Enjoying Time In The Kingdom Of Tonga. 06/06/2024

The Vava’u Island group in the Kingdom of Tonga is a spectacular tropical paradise in the Pacific Ocean.  For the last couple of weeks,... Click here for more info..

Azores Awaits the ARC Europe 2024 Fleet . 03/06/2024

Right in the heart of the Atlantic lies the Azores islands. This archipelago was originally discovered and settled by the Portuguese in the... Click here for more info..

Niue Knocks It Out Of The Park. 30/05/2024

The small South Pacific island of Niue which, despite its size of just 100 square miles, packs a punch as being the world’s largest raised... Click here for more info..

Start Day for Bermuda to Azores. 22/05/2024

The ARC Europe 2024 fleet created a spectacular sight in St. George’s Harbour this afternoon, Wednesday 22 May, as 30 yachts gathered for... Click here for more info..

ARC Europe 2024 enjoying Bermuda. 20/05/2024

The weekend brought the ARC Europe 2024 fleet together, they have had the opportunity to enjoy a full social programme of events in St... Click here for more info..

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