Current News
This Is Not the Year to Sail to Tahiti
Cruising to the South Pacific is not advised in 2020.
Coast Guard Removes Long-Grounded Boat from Hawaiian Shores
A boat that had gone aground on the Big Island of Hawaii more than a month ago has finally been removed, according to the Coast Guard.
On Tuesday, Coast Guard contractors stabilized the Midway Island, a 63-ft fishing vessel, which appeared to have some sails rigged up. More »
Updates from Event Organizers
"The April 4th Wheeler Regatta has been canceled, and the 2020 Great Vallejo Race is officially postponed until October 10-11. We have yet to make a final decision on the April 18th Lightship…"
Cruiser Updates from the South Pacific
Cruisers are still adjusting their sails to a new cruising reality across the Pacific and around the globe.
Is New Zealand Just California South?
You step into a big metal tube, it shakes around — not unlike a ride at Disneyland — they open the door, and besides all the people speaking with accents, the place you've arrived is not all that different from where you started.
COVID-19 Event Adjustments
The new 'shelter in place' order affecting much of the Bay Area has prompted the Bay Area Multihull Association to cancel or postpone the Doublehanded Farallones Race.
The New Normal in Paradise
Island cruising destinations around the world are rapidly updating their customs and immigration procedures as the global pandemic unfolds.
More Events Big and Small Canceled
News Flash: While we were preparing this update on Monday morning, we learned that the Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show, scheduled for April 16-19 in Richmond, has been canceled.
Getting Away from It All Ain’t What It Used to Be
Updates on cruising in Central America and the South Pacific from Andy Turpin of the Pacific Puddle Jump.
Racing in the Times of Pandemic
"Due to the coronavirus, we are postponing the Great Vallejo Race to October. The safety of our sailors and guests is our first concern."
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