Daniel Lavoie

Maltese tourists in Sicily have hit the headlines in the Sicilian media. It has been reported that over 2,000 passengers have disembarked at Pozzallo from the two Virtu Ferries catamarans, the MV Saint John Paul II and MV John of Valletta,…

At the 301st AGM last Thursday evening, Kieran O'Connell was elected 43rd Admiral of the Royal Cork Yacht Club. In his acceptance speech, O'Connell thanked former Admiral Colin Morehead for the manner in which he has fulfilled his role…

Positive Changes for Edgartown Race Weekend by Barby MacGowan Jan 7 09:26 PM UTC June 23-25, 2022 Last year, the…

Sparkling waters, cool breezes and all the snorkeling and cocktails you could ask for. Embrace the freedom of sailing through the British Virgin Islands on a private chartered catamaran. Share this article "TIt's time to take off those…

Young girls across the UK, and far beyond these coasts, will testify as two of Britain's most decorated women team up for the 2022 UK Double Handed Offshore season. Driving a new Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300, the duo will be involved in seven…

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Top Tips for Sunsail NewbiesIf you've always wanted to sail, but have no experience on board yachts, planning a trip can be a daunting prospect. The specialist operator, Sunsail, offers a number of options to prepare you for being on the…

by Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt Sailing NewsLeadership in sailing is reminiscent of politics. Check the wind direction and act accordingly. It's not as often when leadership extends its vision to make decisions that go beyond. But it is…

Free-spirited sailor and pioneering multihull designer James Wharram died on December 14 at the age of 93. Wharram, who has occasionally contributed to Convenient boat owner magazine, made the first modern catamaran trip from west to…

The Cockburn Sound Regatta, hosted by the Cruising Yacht Club of Western Australia, is a four-day event that takes place between Boxing Day and New Years Eve on the beautiful and protected waters of Mangles Bay off Rockingham.…