Largest-ever ARC Europe fleet started from Nanny Cay today
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In the largest-ever ARC Europe rally, 28 yachts from 12 different countries crossed the start line off Tortola today at 1200 (local) just outside the entrance and to the south of where they have enjoyed the marina and facilities at Nanny Cay.. This is the largest ever fleet to take part in World Cruising Club’s ARC Europe rally as many of the yachts are on their homeward back to Europe leg following participating in the World ARC and others having a winter season in the Caribbean.
The predicted ESE to easterly winds 18/23 knots blew once away from the protection of the islands. Wind gusts close to 30 knots are possible, particularly near showers.
ARC has left the building…
The 2009 ARC Europe left Nanny Cay today. Yachts pictured here are heading towards Frenchman’s Cay just after the start – next stop Bermuda. More to follow. Hover over slideshow and use scroll bar to see more images. Visit our ARC Europe gallery for more photos
ARC Europe Briefing
28 skipper’s and a member of their crew received comprehensive information at the ARC Europe Skipper’s Briefing today at Peg Legs, Nanny Cay.Participants leaving Nanny Cay and Tortola for the first leg to Bermuda at 1200 tomorrow, received Sailing Instructions, details of the start sequence, weather forecast and information on how communications at sea will…
Build up to the start of ARC Europe from Nanny Cay tomorrow
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La Boheme – click to enlarge
With 28 boats leaving from the BVI, participants in the largest ever ARC Europe fleet are preparing for their departure from Nanny Cay Marina. With one day to go until the start on Thursday at 1200 local time here in Tortola, final preparations are keeping everyone busy. From provisioning to last minute equipment and general boat checks, plus the all-important Customs & Immigration passport check out taking place this afternoon in the ARC Europe office. Later this afternoon a comprehensive Skipper’s Briefing, providing participants with sailing instructions and details of the start sequence, plus a weather forecast and communications briefing will take place at Peg Legs. A sea survival demonstration technique will also be held in the swimming pool at Nanny Cay.
ARC Welcome Party a Great Success
The crew of Solferino enjoy a rum punch at the welcome artyARC Europe yachts dressed overall at Nanny CayAfter a damp day in the BVI, all the crews taking part in ARC Europe were more than ready to get off their boats to sample a rum punch or two at the welcome cocktail last night.…
ARC’ers Arrive At Nanny Cay
No Monday blues here in at Nanny Cay…. ARC raises the flag at Nanny Cay’s Marina entrance – click to enlarge Despite a tropical downpour for most of the day, there’s lots of smiling faces on the docks at Nanny Cay as 22 yachts have now arrived at the marina for the start of ARC…
Atlantic Cup Sailors Enjoy Nanny Cay Hospitality – 19 yachts depart for Bermuda
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Skippers meeting – click to enlarge
Steve Black is the founder of the Cruising Rally Association and organiser of the Atlantic Cup Rally which started today (Sunday 3rd May) from Nanny Cay, Tortola. The Association announced its plans earlier this year to make Nanny Cay – the flagship marina in the British Virgin Islands – their hosts for both the Atlantic Cup Rally to Bermuda and also the popular Caribbean 1500 Rally, which will be welcomed here in November.
Atlantic Cup Prepares For BVI Departure
Click to enlargePre-start activities for the Atlantic Cup ralliers started at Nanny Cay’s beach this evening with sundowners and a little preparation for their trip back to the USA. While some watched a demonstration on “drown-proofing” by Annie Gardner (one of the BVI’s longest serving swimming instructors) at the pool, others prepared for their trip…
Solé Spa Opens At Nanny Cay
Click to enlargeJust steps away from anywhere at Nanny Cay is the second location of Solé Spa, Tortola’s well-established health and beauty treatment centre. Calming colours, soothing aromatics and a warm smile welcome clients arriving for a revival session. From monthly maintenance to indispensable indulgence, Solé offers a comprehensive menu of up-to-the minute aesthetic services:…