Lighthouses are architectural wonders combining practical purpose with aesthetic appeal, offering a beacon of hope for mariners on dark and stormy nights. These towering structures are iconic of the coast and may also provide romantic and picturesque places for weddings, combining the appeal of these unique old buildings with the surrounding coastal scenery. Lighthouse weddings can ensure that the wedding day will be one to remember with fondness.
The Auckland Regatta 2015, which began in 2008, is organised by both the Bucklands Beach Yacht Club and the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron. The 2015 event, that lasts three days, will take place from the 20th of March to the 22nd of March in the waters around this New Zealand city.
Act 2 of the Extreme Sailing Series being held in Muscat is well underway. Having started on 11th March it runs through until 14th March.
The Dubai International Boat Show 2015 is now in it’s 23 year. This year running over 5 days from Tuesday 3rd March until Saturday 7th March at it’s regular venue the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi. Opening hours are 3:00pm until 9:30pm on all days.
Here are some new crewing posts from Lovesail members. If you are interested in any of the new crewing posts then log into your Lovesail account and visit the Crewing Section. If you do not have a Lovesail account yet then sign up here.
The end of February sees the start of The RYA Dinghy Show 2015. In its regular venue of the beautiful Alexandra Palace, dinghy enthusiasts will flock in their thousands to this very popular show which this year will run the weekend of 28 February to 1 March.
The Eddystone Lighthouse is located on the Eddystone Rocks, around 14 miles southwest of Plymouth in Devon. Over the years, there have been five lighthouses protecting the Eddystone Rocks. From land, the most recent incarnation of the Eddystone Lighthouse can only be seen on a clear night. The cliffs around Polperro, Talland and Looe offer the best chances of catching a glimpse.
In association with Boats and Outboards, we are giving away a lifetime Gold membership in our Valentines Competition. Are you mad about sailing? Lovesail can help you find your perfect sailing partner.
Some of the world’s best sailors are preparing to meet up for the first, opening act of the 2015 Extreme Sailing Series Singapore. Act one is due to start on 5th February and will run through until 8th February, at the world famous Marina Bay, Singapore.
A premier selection of worthy craft and crew are once again preparing to test their seafaring mettle against anything that nature and man can throw at them during an 811 nautical mile race from Port Everglades, Florida to Montego Bay, Jamaica.