The just concluded World Atlantic Rally for Cruisers 2023-24 edition, made landfall in St Lucia at Marigot bay, ending in a parade sail up to Rodney bay. A total of 17 boats carrying 263 people aged 7 to 77 and representing 21 nationalities, participated in the 26 thousand nautical mile race. The 2023-24 edition of the world arc has been dubbed the most diverse race yet, as not only were myriad countries represented but the crews also boasted 10 children under the age of 16.
The race took crews on a tour around the world, from the south pacific to Australia, Indonesia and the Caribbean. During the race, over 20 countries were visited including Columbia, Brazil, Panama, Namibia, Galapagos, Vanuatu and French Polynesia.
The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers has been a mainstay of the yachting industry for many years, bringing several vessels and hundreds of crews to st Lucian shores. The 2024-25 edition of the race has already attracted over 38 vessels with 45 crews already signed up for the next edition of the world arc, set to commence in January 2026
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