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Mini-Transat 2027: departure from La Rochelle, September 12, 2027: destination Salvador de Bahia, Brazil
In 2027, the Mini DeckchairThe Transatlantic Race, a solo, unassisted transatlantic race, will make its grand return to La Rochelle for its start. After several editions departing from Les Sables-d’Olonne, the maritime city of La Rochelle has been officially chosen to host the 2027 and 2029 editions, thus marking the renewal of a historic relationship …
Arcona 380
L’Arcona 380 is a sailboat of Swedish racing-cruising 11 meters. This elegant sailboat has character and is equally suited to racing and cruising. Launched in two thousand fourteen by the construction site Arcona Yachts (based in Gustavsberg, near Stockholm), it is signed by the naval architect Stefan Qviberg, a historical figure of the brand. This …
Najad 395CC: the modernized Swedish classic
The Najad 395 CC is a high-end cruising sailboat designed to offer maximum comfort in a safe yet high-performing vessel. With its central cockpit, it provides protection for the crew while offering luxurious and highly functional interior layouts. History of Najad 395 CC Launched in 2017 by the Swedish shipyard Najad, the 395 CC is …
Sirius 35 DS, the true handcrafted Saloon Deck
The Sirius 35 DS is a high-end cruising sailboat designed by the German shipyard Sirius-Werft GmbH. Known for its deck saloon concept offering a 360-degree panoramic view, it combines comfort, safety, and performance for demanding sailors. History of the boat The Sirius 35 DS was designed by naval architect Marc-Oliver von Ahlen and launched in …
Catana C62. The fast cruising catamaran for ambitious boaters.
The Catana 62 embodies the very essence of ocean cruising, offering a sailing and cruising experience that combines speed, comfort, and build quality on an 18-meter catamaran. This owner’s multihull is designed for those who wish to sail fast and far, exploring new horizons with unparalleled ease. The Catana 62 brilliantly replaces the Catana 59, …
Catana 40, the first catamaran in a long line
The Catana 40 is the very first catamaran to come out of a shipyard that showed its character from the start. The Catana 40 was the first model released, in 1984, of the Catana construction sites, located in Cogolin. From the very beginning, this catamaran This will leave its mark on the DNA of a …
Merry Fisher 605, the boat that will take you sailing often
THE Merry Fisher 605 is a versatile helmsman of 5.79 meters, designed by the construction site Jeanneau to combine simplicity, modularity and comfortLaunched in two thousand fourteen (then declined into Series 2 in 2020 and in version Marlin), this boat is distinguished by its hull optimized for outboard motorization, her slim design and his bright …
They Swapped Their Hotel for a Sailing Yacht Charter And Never Looked Back
The wind fills the sails as the coastline fades into the horizon, replaced by nothing but endless blue. No crowds, no noise—just the sound of waves lapping against the hull. This isn’t a scene from a blockbuster movie; it’s the reality for those who’ve discovered the magic of a sailing yacht charter. But what if …
Ovni 30: the small, all-purpose adventurer
The Ovni 30 is an aluminum centerboard sailboat from the 1980s. Designed by Philippe Briand and built by Alubat, this sailboat is a cruiser capable of taking a couple anywhere. Here’s a look at a sailboat that has inspired the dreams of many sailors. In my youth, this sailboat made me dream. Looking at an …
Amel 60, a boat in the purest Amel tradition
The Amel shipyard announces the arrival of its future Amel 60, during the Cannes Yachting Festival. The Amel shipyard took advantage of the Düsseldorf trade fair to present, in model form, her new Amel 60A cruising sailboat in the purest tradition of the French shipyard. This new 60-footer arrives two years after the Amel 50, …