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Tasmania: Police puzzled after experienced yachtsman found dead off Flinders Island
Police say it is unclear how an experienced solo yachtsman who drowned off Tasmania's north-east coast got into trouble. As reported by ABC ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago

ARC: New Prizes to Reinforce the Fun of Taking Part
The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) annually welcomes sailors from around the world and now plans to reinforce the ethos of the fun of just taking ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago

Dominican Republic: New Requirement for Visits of more than 90 days.
Foreign flagged boats cruising the Dominican Republic who wish to stay for more than 90 days now have to apply for a “certificate of ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago

Cargo Ship Rescues Australian Sailor in the Pacific Ocean
An exhausted Australian sailor has been rescued in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. A cargo ship picked up Juan Dario Zea Restrepo about 425 nautical ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago

Dominican Republic check-in: Customs now a requirement
Previously Customs Agents in the DR handled only commercial ships, however, it is now a requirement for all visiting private pleasure craft to visit ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago

Antigua & Barbuda: Clearing in at Barbuda no longer possible
Chris Doyle confirms that yachts can no longer clear into Antigua and Barbuda in Barbuda unless you get permission from the head of customs 48 hours ...

Published 12 years ago, updated 6 years ago