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Cruising Resources: South Pacific

Help to Fight Pacific Crime With the issue of drug trafficking in the South Pacific now a hot topic following the seizure of 1400 tonnes of drugs on a “narco sub” bound for Oceania (December 2024), the cruising community need to be aware of the on-going international operations in the Pacific, how this will affect their cruising and how they too can assist the authorities in this fight against crime. Find out more here. Papua New Guinea Cruising this country requires careful research before deciding which areas to cruise and there are definitely more populated areas and some island groups that should be avoided. However, it's still possible to enjoy safe cruising here if you pick your route carefully. See the PNG Security section for more details.
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French Polynesia, Bora Bora: Unsettling Incident with a Mooring Buoy

Mooring Buoys Must Be Reserved As Ralf explained (on his website blog and reprinted with permission) - to get a buoy in Bora Bora at...

Updated 5 months ago
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South Pacific: Drug Trafficking Causes Problems for Yachts

International Operation Seizes Tonnes of Cocaine The six-week Operation Orion involving agencies from 62 countries, stopped six semi-submersible vessels and seized 225 tonnes of cocaine....

Updated 5 months ago
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New Caledonia: Situation Continues to Improve for Visiting Yachts

Noonsite Note: The cruiser who provided this information wished to remain anonymous. Obey Curfew and Follow Precautions Following the May 2024 riots things have settled...

Updated 5 months ago
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Fiji, Lau Group: Don't be Fooled by Paradise - A Cautionary Tale

Reprinted with Permission from Island Cruising NZ/Down Under Rally A Cautionary Tale from Paradise By James Coomer After a 24-hour sail from Savusavu on the...

Updated 5 months ago
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New Caledonia: France Imposes a State of Emergency Following Deadly Riots

Armed clashes and other violence that erupted on Monday May 13, following protests over voting reforms, have left four people dead including a gendarme and...

Updated 5 months ago
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The International SeaKeepers Society

The International SeaKeepers Society supports oceanographic research, conservation, and education through yachting community involvement, focusing on marine science education and raising awareness about global ocean...

Updated 5 months ago
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