World Cruising Club

28/08/2026

Contest Yachts Joins World Cruising Club’s Bluewater Partner Programme as First Monohull Builder

World Cruising Club, and Contest Yachts, the Dutch builder of high-quality semi-custom performance bluewater sailing yachts, are delighted to announce a new partnership.

The new partnership, will be presented to the yachting world at the Cannes Yachting Festival (8-13 September, berth SAIL054)

Read the full story here: https://worldcruising.com/articles/bluewater-partnership-with-contest-yachts

Contest Yachts Medemblik

Contest Yachts becomes the first partner Monohull Manufacturer in World Cruising Club's Bluewater Partnership Programme

27/08/2026

Enter now and turn the dream into reality!

21/08/2026

We are delighted to announce that we have partnered with Balance Catamarans in an exciting new Bluewater Partnership Programme.

This partnership is annother step in our continuous efforts to provide the best possible support to rally particpants and we look forward to seeing where the partnership will take us.

Read more below:

Balance Catamarans becomes the first partner in World Cruising Club's exciting new Bluewater Partnership Programme

13/08/2026

ARC Europe 2027 is OPEN FOR ENTRY!

Don't delay entering this very popular Rally as spaces are very limited.

ENTER NOW!

https://worldcruising.com/events/arc-europe

12/08/2026

ARC Europe 2027 will Open for Entries tomorrow!
13 August 2026 at 10.30 UTC (11.30 BST)

Will you be the first to enter?

21/07/2026

Calling ARC & ARC+ 2026 crews - Get ready for your Atlantic adventure with WCC Live webinars!

Preparing for an ocean crossing can feel like a big journey - but you don’t have to do it alone.

Join our free WCC Live Autumn Webinar Series, exclusively designed for this years participants, where experienced ARC and ARC+ sailors share their knowledge, stories and practical advice to help you prepare for your own adventure.

From choosing the right crew and preparing your boat, to provisioning, safety equipment, family sailing and life after the crossing, each session covers the topics that matter most - with plenty of real-world insight from those who have already made the journey.

Have a question? Submit it when you register and put it to our experienced panel.

PLEASE NOTE: These webinars are designed exclusively for this years ARC & ARC+ Rally participants and are a great opportunity to learn, connect and get inspired.

View the full webinar programme and register today: https://worldcruising.com/autumn-webinars

We look forward to welcoming you online!

17/07/2026

Planning to cross the Atlantic in 2026? Now is the time to join the ARC.

With less than four months until the fleet gathers in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, preparations are well underway for the 40th anniversary edition of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers.

If you've been considering joining the world's most established transatlantic rally, don't leave your entry too late. From 1 August, a late entry surcharge will apply, so now is the ideal time to secure your place and begin preparing alongside the rest of the fleet.

Whether you're sailing as a couple, with family or friends, the ARC offers far more than a route across the Atlantic. Participants benefit from expert seminars, safety inspections, shoreside events, technical support and, perhaps most importantly, an incredible community of like-minded sailors who share the adventure from start to finish.

Every year, lifelong friendships are formed before the start line is even crossed.

Join the 2026 fleet, start planning your Atlantic crossing with confidence, and become part of a sailing event that has inspired thousands of sailors over the past 40 years.

⏰ Enter before 1 August to avoid the late entry surcharge.

08/07/2026

Preparing for ARC or ARC+? Make sure your crew is ready for more than just the sailing.

Hamble School of Yachting, has places available on two essential offshore medical training courses this July:
• Medical First Aid at Sea
• 20–23 July (4 days)

• Medical Care Course
• 27–31 July (5 days)

These advanced MCA/STCW courses go beyond basic first aid, teaching you how to assess, treat and care for an injured or ill crew member when you're offshore and medical assistance may be days away.

World Cruising Club followers receive 20% off both courses.

Please note: A valid Medical First Aid certificate is required before attending the Medical Care course.

Whether you're planning your first Atlantic crossing or refreshing your offshore skills ahead of ARC or ARC+, this is an excellent opportunity to build confidence and prepare for the unexpected.

Find out more and book your place here: https://www.hamble.co.uk/mca-stcw-courses