South Pacific, Tonga to Fiji: Navigation Alert - Dangerous Slick of Volcanic Rubble
Date Published - August 20, 2019
A large field of volcanic rocks (Pumice) completely covering the ocean surface has been reported between Vava’u in Northern Tonga and Fiji. Cruisers encountering the pumice field have reported to Noonsite that the pumice appears to cover the surface of the ocean to a depth of about 15 centimeters.
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Portrait of a Cruiser: Circumnavigator Lisa Dorenfest
Date Published - August 22, 2019
Circumnavigator Lisa Dorenfest had always wanted to escape to sea, but the time never seemed quite right. Surviving cancer threw life into perspective and encouraged her to complete her sailing dream.Read More
Italy, Porto di Loano: Bicycle Theft in Marina - August 2019
Date Published - August 21, 2019
After spending two years in Marina di Loano preparing for their circumnavigation, this crew had their two folding bikes stolen just days before departure.Read More
Noonsite Guides: Wintering in the Mediterranean
Date Published - April 15, 2019
If you are currently cruising the Mediterranean and considering where to winter your boat, this collection of feedback, from boat owners who have spent the winter throughout the Med, is a useful read. Not only does it demonstrate where the possible winter liveaboard options are, but also shows ports and boatyards which are suitable for leaving your boat in safe hands.Read More
Feature Destination: Japan
Japan could now be on the shortlist for one of the best cruising grounds in the world. Obstructive permits have been abolished, domestic cruising has been made simpler, clearance is free and there is no limit on how long a foreign boat can remain in the country. Add to that modern marinas, friendly locals and officials, incredible culture and endless sights plus great food, and perhaps Japan should be added to your cruising route? Read More
Country Formalities: Bahamas Increase Cruising Permit Rates from 2020
Date Published - August 17, 2019
If planning on cruising the Bahamas for more than three months next year, prices are about to go up. The Bahamas government have announced new rates for longer-term cruising permits as of 1 January 2020 based on the size of vessel and length of stay.Read More
Noonsite Community: Dogs love cruising too . . .
Date Published - July 24, 2019
For a new spin on our ‘Portrait of a Cruiser’ series, the latest cruiser to take part is of the four-legged variety. Labrador mix, Chloe, has just spent 18 months visiting 13 countries on board her owner’s boat “Mojito”. At almost 12 years old she has proved to them that you can teach an old dog new tricks.Read More
Weather Watch: NOAA Update for 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Date Published - August 08, 2019
August 8, 2019 – NOAA announced today that the current El Nino in the Pacific Ocean has ended and neutral conditions have returned. This now increases the possibility of above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this year.
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Book of the Month: Cruising Guide for Atlantic Spain and Portugal
Date Published - July 29, 2019
This meticulously updated 8th edition produced by the Royal Cruising Club Pilotage Foundation invites the cruising sailor to safely explore numerous exquisite locations on this fascinating coastline, reassured by the author’s wealth of experience. A guide to study in detail before your cruise and then thumb through as you go.Read More
