Sailing meccas of the world

Written By Archie Hinde

San Francisco Bay

There is no more stunning back drop to any sailing ground than the Golden Gate Bridge.

There is no more stunning back drop to any sailing ground than the Golden Gate Bridge.

New York Harbour

For many this was the first sight they saw after a long voyage across the sea and is as breath taking sailing destination whatever size boat you arrive on.

For many this was the first sight they saw after a long voyage across the sea and is as breath taking sailing destination whatever size boat you arrive on.

British Virgin Islands

A true taste of the Caribbean, the waters that surround the BVI are inundated every winter with small and large yachts, making it one of the most sort after Caribbean charter destinations.

A true taste of the Caribbean, the waters that surround the BVI are inundated every winter with small and large yachts, making it one of the most sort after Caribbean charter destinations.

Antigua

The start and end of the the Caribbean 600 annual yacht race, its stunning harbour and countless bars stocked with rum makes it a must visit to all sailors.

The start and end of the the Caribbean 600 annual yacht race, its stunning harbour and countless bars stocked with rum makes it a must visit to all sailors.

Cape Horn

For the more adventurist sailors, a passage around the notorious rocky outcrop belongs to a sacred group of Cape Horners who have all earned the right to wear a gold earring in their left ear.

For the more adventurist sailors, a passage around the notorious rocky outcrop belongs to a sacred group of Cape Horners who have all earned the right to wear a gold earring in their left ear.

Cape of Good Hope

Known as ‘the Cape’ it is not actually the dividing point between the Atlantic and Indian oceans, but when a ship can steer more eastward than southward.

Known as ‘the Cape’ it is not actually the dividing point between the Atlantic and Indian oceans, but when a ship can steer more eastward than southward.

The Galapagos

Made famous by Darwin and the animals that call it home, it draws over 150,000 tourists every year to explore these fascinating islands that were only discovered in 1535.

Made famous by Darwin and the animals that call it home, it draws over 150,000 tourists every year to explore these fascinating islands that were only discovered in 1535.

Sydney

Holding the title of the largest natural harbour in the world, Sydney is a beautiful back drop for all things sailing. With a couple of notable world known landmarks, it is a must visit.

Holding the title of the largest natural harbour in the world, Sydney is a beautiful back drop for all things sailing. With a couple of notable world known landmarks, it is a must visit.

Auckland

With the recent racing of the America’s Cup in 2021 being held in Hauraki Gulf off Auckland it created a buzz for every yachting fan throughout the world.

With the recent racing of the America’s Cup in 2021 being held in Hauraki Gulf off Auckland it created a buzz for every yachting fan throughout the world.

Coasta Smeralda

Steeped in sailing history, Sardinia has as much of a culture pull on tourist, as it does with its crystal clear waters, gentle breeze and stunning scenery.

Steeped in sailing history, Sardinia has as much of a culture pull on tourist, as it does with its crystal clear waters, gentle breeze and stunning scenery.

Dalmatian Coast

Croatia’s mainland coastline is over 1100 miles long, however its island chains make up a further 4000 miles. There are literally thousands of secluded bays and islets to enjoy on your yacht.

Croatia’s mainland coastline is over 1100 miles long, however its island chains make up a further 4000 miles. There are literally thousands of secluded bays and islets to enjoy on your yacht.

The Solent

Home to one of the largest and oldest sailing regattas, Cowes week. It is also stated that if you can sail in the Solent you can sail anywhere in the world.

Home to one of the largest and oldest sailing regattas, Cowes week. It is also stated that if you can sail in the Solent you can sail anywhere in the world.

Tahiti

A stable island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the temperature varies from 21-31 degrees year round, with the lowest and highest temperatures ever recorded in Papeete are 16 and 34 °C.

A stable island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, the temperature varies from 21-31 degrees year round, with the lowest and highest temperatures ever recorded in Papeete are 16 and 34 °C.

Archie Hinde
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