Turquoise’s 56m Blue II on Maiden Voyage The thrilling explorer yacht Blue II has left the Turquoise Yachts shipyard as she undertakes her maiden voyage. The 56m superyacht features unique styling by Hoek Design and becomes the latest gift to …
Cameron Dueck explored beyond the beaten track around the waters of his hometown, Hong KongThe old and the new: a traditional junk crosses the glassy waters of Hong Kong Harbour. Photo: Baona / GettyWe had just dropped the anchor in …
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What sails do you need for a trouble-free transatlantic crossing? Toby Hodges sifts through the advice we gathered from 276 ARC skippersRelaxing offwind sailing, at a comfortable angle with low apparent breeze, can be idyllic. But what’s the best sail …
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Exploring the East Mediterranean: Top 3 Marinas of Greece When it comes to exploring the rustic allure of the Eastern Mediterranean, nothing says a sublime summer escape like Greece. A destination that blends historic grandiose with unspoiled landscapes, berthing your …
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What is it really like to sail an AC75 every day? INEOS Team UK grinder David Carr reveals what life is like in Ben Ainslie’s America’s Cup crewINEOS Team UK’s Britannia 1 was in full flight training in Sardinia before …
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Blurring the line between sailing and motoring, this impossibly sleek 64m superyacht combines Dutch naval architecture with Turkish designDesigned to fly a large 160m2 kite from a foredeck mast, a daggerboard allows Ice Kite to sail efficiently to windward, while …
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