World Cruising Club staff are getting ready to welcome boats to Las Palmas in the Canary Islands to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) which was launched in 1986 with 209 boats and has since grown into the world’s most popular transocean rally.

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Turning Dreams into Reality

Over the past four decades, more than 7,000 boats and 35,000 sailors have crossed the Atlantic under the ARC banner, making dreams of ocean sailing a reality and creating unforgettable memories along the way.

The World ARC 2025-26 fleet has now departed the idyllic Cocos Keeling Islands and is making its way across the Indian Ocean to Mauritius. They enjoyed unforgettable days in this remote tropical paradise – complete with turquoise lagoons, pristine beaches, and warm island hospitality. Fair winds to all as they continue their adventure westward! Meanwhile the World ARC 2026-27 yachts are busy preparing for their start in January 2026 from Saint Lucia.

Entries are now open for the 2026 rallies and World ARC 2027-28. WCC has also relaunched the beautiful ARC Baltic rally, which is already filling up. Request an information pack or learn more by selecting the rally that inspires you from the options below.

Düsseldorf Boat Show – BOOT 2026

World Cruising Club is delighted to announce that we will be attending the Düsseldorf Boat Show in January 2026. As one of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the world, this event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the global sailing community, meet future ralliers and share insights into our renowned ocean sailing rallies.

Our team will be on hand throughout the show to answer questions, provide advice on preparing for offshore adventures, and showcase the exciting opportunities ahead in the ARC and our other events. We look forward to welcoming you to our stand in Düsseldorf and starting conversations about your next sailing adventure.

• Date: 17-25 January 2026
• Get your Ticket Here

Ocean Sailing Weekend – UK March 2026

Ideal for anyone taking part in ARC or ARC+ 2026 or 2027, World ARC 2027–28, or simply dreaming of casting off on their own adventure, the Ocean Sailing Weekend offers expert advice and inspiration for planning and preparing an offshore passage or round-the-world voyage. Across two days of presentations, breakout sessions, and a mini-exhibition of essential equipment and services, participants can learn from industry specialists and experienced cruisers. With plenty of time for questions, one-to-one discussions and socialising over lunch and evening drinks, it’s the perfect opportunity to build knowledge, confidence, and connections within the ocean sailing community.

• Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March 2026 – Solent Hotel, Fareham, UK
• Reserve your space or find out more…

Set Sail in 2026

If you’d like to join a rally next year, entries are open for ARC 2026, ARC+ 2026, ARC Baltic 2026, ARC Europe 2026 and World ARC 2027-28.

ARC+ 2026

Start day 8 November and sails from Gran Canaria to Cape Verde, then on to Grenada.

ARC 2026

Start day 22 November and sails from Gran Canaria to Saint Lucia.

ARC Europe 2026

Starts on 9 May from Sint Maarten and Solomons MD, USA, sailing to Bermuda, then Azores, then Portugal (or Northern Europe).

ARC Baltic 2026

Starts on 5 July in Kiel, Germany, visiting Denmark, Sweden, Estonia, Finland and Aaland, finishing in Stockholm.

World ARC 2027-28

Starts on 9 January 2027 from Saint Lucia, finishing in April 2028 in Saint Lucia after transiting the Panama Canal, crossing the Pacific, Indian and Atlantic Oceans – 26,000NM.

Your adventure starts with a click!  For an information pack email us.