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Environment: Manta Rays – Giants of Their Kind
The Giant Oceanic Manta Ray is the largest ray in the world, spending most of life far from land, moving with the currents in search of food in ...

Published 6 days ago

After the Sails are Furled: A Retired Sailor Reminisces on a Cruising Life
When the realisation dawned that he was getting to old for cruising and that while physically he could still do most things (despite being unfit and ...

Published 6 days ago

Cruising Musings: An Ode to AIS
Noonsite Sub-Editor Megan continues the monthly series covering cruising topics that are often overlooked, yet a major part of life on board. For the ...

Published 6 days ago

Boat Maintenance: Preparing for the Cold Months Ahead
As the sailing season draws to a close across the Northern Hemisphere, many boat owners are thinking about lift-out and winterising their boats. ...

Published 1 week ago

Papua New Guinea, Bougainville: Friendly and Welcoming Vibes Everywhere
Long term South Pacific cruisers Birgit Hackl and Christian Feldbauer are currently cruising in Papua New Guinea and in September/October 2025 they ...

Published 1 week ago

Solomon Islands: A Very Enjoyable Six Month Cruise
The Solomon Islands offer a convenient way to bypass Australia when sailing from Vanuatu to South East Asia or vice-versa and is a good option if you ...

Published 2 weeks ago