European Canal Closures – from 1 July 2025 Source: Cruising Association In France, the Canal entre Champagne et Bourgogne is closing because of shortage of the water. Much of the...

Update Published July 2025: Source: The Independent EES now set to begin on 12 October 2025 with completion by 9 April. When EES is introduced (start date: 12 October 2025...

This photo, by Fiona Gordon of yacht Asante (GBR) shows World ARC 2024-25 yachts anchored in the Bay of Islands, Vanua Balavu, Fiji. Celebrating 40 Years of ARC To celebrate...

Hurricane Ernesto to Strengthen The National Hurricane Center (NHC) upgraded Ernesto from a tropical storm once its maximum sustained winds reached 75 miles per hour and said it could become...

World Cruising Club News A lot has happened since the last newsletter in March. In April we celebrated the successful completion of the World ARC 2023-24 in Saint Lucia with...

Preparing for Ocean Sailing If you are dreaming of your own adventure to an exotic locations, then World Cruising’s shore-based events are designed to help you get ARC-ready. Upcoming events...