Latest News
France: Update on Arrival and Departure Procedures from the Cruising Association
Date Published - May 26, 2022
This summer, clearance procedures into northern France for non-EU yachts have been simplified with arrival (and departure) permitted at two additional ports without having to deal with officials/passport checks as long as a pre-arrival form is submitted, according to an update from the Cruising Association… Read More
Last Update - May 26, 2022
South Pacific: Border Restrictions Easing Across South Pacific Nations
Date Published - May 22, 2022
Cruising yachts can now begin to move westward across the South Pacific as countries including New Zealand and the Cook Islands ease entry restrictions for foreign registered vessels…. Read More
Last Update - May 22, 2022
Spain, Andalucia, Barbate: Sailor Injured After Yacht Strikes Sandbank
Date Published - May 18, 2022
Sailors cruising the Atlantic Iberian peninsula, in particular Andalucia, should be aware of a silting problem affecting many harbours along this coast, following reports of serious injury to a crew member of a yacht which grounded on entry to Barbate…. Read More
Last Update - May 18, 2022
USA: CCA Launches Digital Cruising Guide for Maine
Date Published - May 17, 2022
The Cruising Club of America (CCA) has launched a Digital Cruising Guide for cruisers contemplating a seasonal cruise along the Maine coast of the United States.
Last Update - May 17, 2022
Guatemala: Yachts in Limbo Following Tax Issues
Date Published - May 14, 2022
More than 700 foreign sailboats in Rio Dulce, Livingston and Puerto Barrios in Guatemala are “in limbo” due to length of stay permits and import tax issues according to a report on the Guatemala news website LaRed…. Read More
Last Update - May 14, 2022
Portugal, Lagos: Dredging Starts on Harbour Entrance
Date Published - May 12, 2022
A popular stopover on the western end of the Portuguese Algarve, entry to Marina de Lagos will finally be eased as dredging work begins this week…. Read More
Last Update - May 11, 2022
World Cruising Club: Spring Update
Date Published - May 10, 2022
In the latest news from World Cruising Club, the 2024 edition of World ARC is set to open for entries and those looking for a cruising adventure can join an online Bluewater Cockpit Conversations event to hear inspirational stories and practical top tips to get started on an adventure cruising… Read More
Last Update - May 02, 2022
French Polynesia: Restrictions and Costs Increase for Cruisers
Date Published - May 03, 2022
New restrictions on anchoring, increased fees for rubbish disposal and steep increases in costs for overnight stays – all causing concern to the sailing and cruising community in French Polynesia as reported by the Association of Sailboats in Polynesia (AVP)…. Read More
Last Update - May 02, 2022
Guadeloupe: National Park Authority Launches New App
Date Published - May 03, 2022
The Guadeloupe National Park Authority (PNG) has released a new App which aims to help sailors when visiting the Island. As anchoring is prohibited in many areas and mooring buoys provided by PNG must be used within the Park’s boundaries, the App helps skippers plan their route around the Island,… Read More
Last Update - May 03, 2022
Indonesia: New Visas to Benefit Cruisers in the Archipelago
Date Published - April 27, 2022
Two new visas, among a range of changes from the Indonesia Immigration Department, will be welcomed by the yachting community as it means no more time spent renewing every 30 days…. Read More
Last Update - May 31, 2022
