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Throughout the year, the CA runs our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme, giving members the chance to welcome friends as members and enjoy 25% off the first year of annual membership when paying by Direct Debit.

From April to September, we expand the popular promotion and your name goes into a draw for a monthly prize from one of our marine discount partners.

As a CA member your support ensures CAptain’s Mate remains up to date and we can continue to expand the 7,500+ worldwide locations and information for the benefit of all.

Tanja Marina in Tangier on the Atlantic coast of Morocco is our destination for CAptain’s Mate of the Month in May.

The CA is delighted to continue its partnership with Cowes Week, 29 July-4 August 2023, as the presenting trophy sponsor for the Club Cruiser Class, which now also extends to the all-new ‘Weekend Warriors Cup’ as a mini-series within the regatta.

The phenomenon of orcas damaging small yachts and other vessels along the south and west coasts of Spain and Portugal began in 2020. It is linked with the migration of tuna exiting the Mediterranean from the Strait of Gibraltar and heading West and North around the Iberian Peninsula, into the Bay of Biscay, primarily between the months of June and October.

A new scheme to reduce pollution and prevent overcrowding on the waterways of Amsterdam now requires most boats transiting the city to purchase a vignette.

Costing €40 and valid for three years, the charge applies to all Amsterdam waterways – including the Standing Mast Route used by hundreds of boats each year – with the exception of a few major waterways such as the Nordzeekanaal and Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal.

For April’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month, we are heading to the popular Baltic cruising waters and dropping in on Sassnitz, Germany.

Located on the northeast of the island of Rügen, Germany’s largest island, Sassnitz offers a mix of charming old town, stunning nature and plenty of facilities. Shelter in the harbour is good, with a choice of pontoon and quay moorings.

Renowned sailor Jimmy Cornell has been honoured by the Cruising Association with the presentation of the prestigious Duchess of Kent Trophy.

The Cruising Association may present the Duchess of Kent Trophy to any sailor, not necessarily a member, who has achieved something exceptional in or around small boats.

The Cruising Association has announced the winners of its annual Log Competition, celebrating the best stories of cruising adventures spanning inland, coastal and offshore cruising in the most recent season.

Throughout the year, the CA runs our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme, giving members the chance to welcome friends as members and enjoy 25% off the first year of annual membership when paying by Direct Debit.

When you introduce a friend to the CA, not only will they enjoy 25% off their first year of annual membership, but you'll also receive a CA £20 shop voucher* as a thank you from us.