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After extensive lobbying by the Cruising Association, on 24 May 2024 the Greek government has changed the laws governing vessels with a third country (non-EU Flag). Representatives of the CA have been in communication with the European Commission, lobbied Ministers in the Greek government and had assistance from the British Embassy in Athens.

The Cruising Association (CA) will again be exhibiting on stand J419 in Ocean Hall at the Southampton International Boat Show.

Whether you are new to UK cruising, heading to European destinations or embarking on blue water adventures, the CA will support your journey. Our team will be delighted to discuss how CA membership will boost your sail and motor boating.

The Netherlands Standing Mast Routes are a popular passage for sailing and motor yachts, serving as a gateway to destinations like the Kiel Canal and the Baltic, or simply offering a new cruising experience.

The CA has analysed available orca interaction reports since 2020 to produce a table showing locations by year and month along the Atlantic coasts of France, Portugal, Spain and through the Strait of Gibraltar. Skippers can review this table when planning to sail through the specific areas of coastline affected by orca interactions and attacks.

Sailing legend Don Street has passed away unexpectedly aged 93, at home in Glandore, Ireland, where he lived with his wife Trich.

For May’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month, we visit Aalborg Lystbaadehavn in North Jutland, Denmark.

Aalborg Lystbaadehavn is a spacious marina in the Vestre Bådehavn, on the western side of Aalborg. The city of Aalborg, the fourth largest in Denmark, is a delightful stop with an attractive centre and old town.

Throughout the year, the CA runs our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme giving members the chance to welcome their friends as members and enjoy 20% off the first year’s annual membership¹.

The recording of the CA’s ‘Evening with RATS’ on 21 March 2024 is now available for members to watch.

Members and non-members heard presentations on orca, HVO and sustainability, EU visas and permits, CE/UKCA and RCD, along with updates on other RATS technical projects.

At sea, unforeseen circumstances can arise, and having local support is invaluable. That's why the Cruising Association maintains a worldwide network of voluntary Honorary Local Representatives (HLRs) ready to assist members wherever they may be.

For April’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month we visit St Helier, the capital of Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands in the English Channel.

The marina and port offer good shelter and are close to all the facilities of the town of St Helier. Access to the marina is restricted by a tidal sill, but there is a large deep water waiting area.