ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 1 – 7 April 2020
Registration is open for The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, the premier classic sailing event of the Caribbean. You can take advantage of reduced entry fees prior to March 1st.
The regatta attracts a large number of classic yachts every year from all around the world. In it’ s 33rd edition next year, the event enjoys a wonderful variety of competitors including traditional craft from the islands, vintage, classic and historic ketches, sloops, schooners and yawls making the bulk of the fleet, Tall Ships and more newly built Spirit of Tradition yachts and Dragon class.
New dates for 2020 and the addition of new courses off Rendezvous Bay to the north of the entrance to Falmouth Harbour bring promised changes from Carlo Falcone who took over the organisation last year.
The registration of interest is shaping up to include the vintage and classic schooners Mary Rose and Columbia, spirit of tradition yachts Chloe-Giselle and Freya of Midgard, training vessels Ocean Star, Ruth and New Moon to name a few.
Two new silver sponsors to the regatta – Paul & Shark, the Italian clothing brand and Zaoli Sails, aerodynamic performance sails join a line-up of established names in yachting.
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Perpetual Dragon Trophy was delivered back to Antigua this month from the 2018 Champion Mike Toppa of Fort Lauderdale Yacht Club to the 2019 Champion and 2020 defending competitor Rocco Falcone of Antigua Yacht Club. Other world-class competitors for 2020 are Paul Hoj-Jensen of the Royal Yacht Squadron, a two-time gold medal and multiple world champion, and Andreas Zaoli of San Remo.
Dragon charters are still available as first come first served basis so don’t miss out, the sparkling waters and trade winds of Antigua are waiting. I know where I’d rather be!
THE BLUE PETER HEADS NORTH
There is much anticipation for the events in Ireland in July to celebrate The Royal Cork Yacht Club 300 Year anniversary. Many of the classic fleet are heading north to explore the exceptional coastline and participate in a series of sailing events including the famous Glandore Classic Regatta.
The Blue Peter, a 23-metre 1930 Alfred Mylne design racing yacht will be in Ireland race-ready and is looking for an enthusiastic group of guests to charter her for this exclusive opportunity.
Alice Widdows Regatta Management is organising the program to include yacht charter, travel and logistics, accommodation, social program and extra activities. Make it your own by tailor making the regatta experience. The event can be split into three distinct sections and The Blue Peter can take guests for each section or the whole series. Will you join us?
THE BLUE PETER CORK300 CLASSIC YACHT PROGRAM
BY ALICE WIDDOWS REGATTA MANAGEMENT
July 7th to 12th: The Gathering in Cork, this sailing event incorporates yachts of all shapes, sizes and ages converging on Cork. There will be a 3-day regatta, a Parade of Sail, an aircraft display, powerboat racing, naval vessels and socially it will be dynamite.
Price: £2,000 per head. 10 Guests. Price includes Registration, Berthing & Lunch. Travel & Accommodation not included.
July 13th to 18th: SW Ireland Cruise: A stunning cruise from Cork to Glandore via Kinsale.
Price: £15,000 . Up to 4 Guests. Price includes berthing and fuel.
July 18th to 24th The Glandore Classic Regatta . The main regatta. The event was postponed in 2019 in order to coincide with Cork300 in 2020. This year’s event is set to be the largest yet as outstanding classic boats from around the world flock to the famous West Cork coast.
July 19th Parade of Sail and practice.
July 20th & 21st Racing
July 22nd Lay day and Cruise in Company for lunch in Castletown.
July 23rd Racing and regatta dinner
July 24th Racing and prize giving.
£20,000.00 (Up to 10 Guests. Price includes Registration, Berthing & Lunch. Travel & Accommodation and extra activities not included.
Contact me : +44 (0) 1429 712 122 for more information on this amazing two-week program of spirited racing, coastal cruising, good times and Guinness!
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