Cruising Reports
Taking your Teenager to Sea – Two Perspectives
Date Published - August 15, 2019
Is it fair to take your teenager to sea, long-distance cruising? Mum Melissa Beit did just that when her daughter was 13 on their 42 foot Brewer ketch, Pandion. Here she and her teenage daughter Reminy Holmes give their thoughts on the meaning of casting off the dock lines in… Read More
Thailand, Satun: Logistics for checking in and out of this tidal port of entry
Date Published - August 11, 2019
On a charter vacation from Langkawi in August 2018, this yacht charter crew chose to go through Satun for clearance into and out of Thailand. The logistics, however, were somewhat complex given that Satun is tidal and navigation marks for the approach sporadic. Some useful tips here for yachts considering… Read More
Western Indonesia, Batam to Belitung: Cruising the Riau Islands
Date Published - August 01, 2019
Long-term cruisers in SE Asia, as well as long-term contributors to Noonsite, Sue and John Woods spent 2 months cruising the Southern Riau Islands in Western Indonesia in early 2019. Their route took them down the west coast of most islands and then back up the east coasts on their… Read More
Important Safety Considerations when Offshore Cruising
Date Published - July 15, 2019
Recently, two single-handed sailors have been lost in the Caribbean Sea, in spite of their activation of an EPIRB or PLB. Technology has changed and improved and it’s no longer necessary to just rely on your EPIRB as your safety net. Glen Tuttle, moderator of the SSCA HF Radio Service… Read More
Malaysia, Pulau Langkawi: Clearing-in at Kuah
Date Published - July 15, 2019
Regular contributor Anthony Swanston reports on clearing in without an agent at Kuah with no difficulties, at the end of June, 2019…. Read More
New Zealand: Applying for a Visa Extension
Date Published - July 11, 2019
Patricia from Gulf Harbour Radio explains how to apply for a visa extension if you need to stay longer than planned in New Zealand…. Read More
Vanuatu, Aneityum: How to clear-in at Anelcauhat
Date Published - July 09, 2019
If you are coming from New Zealand to Vanuatu it is useful to be able to clear into Vanuatu at Aneityum. (Also called Anatom if you have French charts). Not an official port of entry, Patricia of Gulf Harbour Radio explains how two yachts (SY Meccetroy and SY Elysium)… Read More
Argentina: Clearance and Prefectura Experiences
Date Published - July 02, 2019
Floris and Ivar cruised Argentina in early 2019 before heading to Patagonia. While the paperwork and reporting system can be tedious, they report that overall they found officials to be helpful and courteous…. Read More
Book Review: Sail Away – How to escape the rat race and live the dream
Date Published - July 01, 2019
If buying a boat and embarking on some long-distance voyaging is a dream for the future, then this book by Nicola Rodriguez could just be the guide you are looking for…. Read More
A Guide to Checking in and out of Countries with your Sailboat
Date Published - June 28, 2019
(June 15, 2019) – Liz Cleere, Jamie Furlong and rescue cat Millie on SY Esper have cruised through 14 countries from Turkey to Indonesia. Based on their experiences, they have put together a useful guide to checking in and out across borders with your sailboat. … Read More
A Circumnavigation Under Power
Date Published - May 22, 2019
Robert Burn fulfilled a circumnavigation from 2016 to 2018 in his 16.7m Bermudan ketch rigged motor sailer. Wai-O-Tira.The complete voyage was carried out under power and this report contains extensive details of all the fuelling aspects of doing so. … Read More
Andaman Islands, Port Blair: Guideline for Entry and Travel around the Islands
Date Published - May 07, 2019
Regular Contributor Anthony Swanston visited the remote Andaman Islands with the Sail Andamans Carnival Rally 2019. This report details some essential requirements for clearance into the country, as well as a list of suggestions and tips for preparation and travel within the region…. Read More
An update on Fees for Egypt (2019)
Date Published - May 06, 2019
Yacht Miyagi Moon has visited Egypt several times over the last 7 years. This is their latest update on fees charged by agencies in Egypt for the various different ports, and what costs you can expect if wishing to transit the Suez Canal…. Read More
New Zealand, Stewart Island: Cruising the East Coast of Remote Stewart Island
Date Published - May 03, 2019
This is a report from Maryanne and Kyle Webb of SV Begonia details cruising suggestions and recommendations for yachts visiting Stewart Island, a remote island off the southern tip of New Zealand’s South Island. … Read More
New Zealand, Fiordlands: Harsh Facts and Memorable Recollections
Date Published - May 03, 2019
This is report from Maryanne and Kyle Webb of SV Begonia details cruising suggestions and recommendations for yachts visiting the Fiordlands in New Zealand’s South Island. … Read More
Gambia, Banjul: The Anchorage at Lamin Lodge
Date Published - April 28, 2019
By Marti Rijken — Mar 20, 2019
The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not reflect the view of noonsite.com or the World Cruising Club.
Marti Rijken offers a good insight in to the anchorage at Lamin Lodge, near Banjul, and the attractions to be found… Read More
Fiji: Cultural Protocols for Visiting Yachts
Date Published - April 28, 2019
Fiji has a rich cultural history and many of their ancient traditions are alive and well today particularly in some of the farther-flung islands where cruisers like to explore.
By Georgia Gremore — Mar 29, 2019… Read More
Okinawa, Naha: A Welcome Arrival at our First Port of Call
Date Published - April 28, 2019
(Apr 06, 2019) – SY Tamm Ha Tamm arrived in Okinawa from Tahiti on 1st March 2019 with a plan to spend up to two years cruising in Japan. Their first report details their arrival and the welcome reception they received from the authorities in Naha…. Read More
France, Netherlands, Germany: Useful Information on The Inland Waterways of Europe
Date Published - April 28, 2019
(April 11, 2019) – Many cruisers choose to travel from coast to coast via the canal network or take some time out on the calmer waters on the inland waterways. This report provides a brief overview…. Read More
France, Belgium, Netherlands: Essential Knowledge on Ports of Entry
Date Published - April 28, 2019
By Val Ellis – Apr 16, 2019
With Brexit likely to happen in the near future, UK Skippers planning on visiting European waters this season need to be aware of the location of the Ports of Entry (POE) in the countries adjacent to the United Kingdom. All Noonsite Ports of Entry… Read More
Suez Canal: Transit Information
Date Published - April 28, 2019
By Tom Sampson — Apr 18, 2019
A transit of the Suez Canal requires some planning. There is a lot of paperwork to complete and a pilot is required for the whole transit. In addition, there is an overnight stop at Ismailia and clearance has to be completed once the transit… Read More
East Pacific Offshore Waters Forecasts
Date Published - April 27, 2019
(April 16, 2019) – The East Pacific offshore waters forecast is issued by the National Hurricane Center (NHC)/Tropical Analysis Forecast Branch (TAFB)…. Read More
Tips and Comments for a Visit to Western Samoa
Date Published - April 25, 2019
Robert Burn provides an account of his time in Western Samoa, with tips to help other cruisers navigate the entry process with ease…. Read More
Wintering in the Mediterranean
Date Published - April 15, 2019
If you are currently cruising the Mediterranean and considering where to winter your boat, these comments from the cruising community should give you a good idea as to where the majority are spending the colder months. This report is continually updated.
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Pacific Planning Advice
Date Published - March 26, 2019
Useful and informative planning advice for anyone undertaking a Pacific crossing, updated for 2019…. Read More
