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Having set off from Gibraltar’s Ocean Village back on 26 October 2009, nearly two years and 35,000 nautical miles later participants in the 2009/2011 Blue Water Rally intrepid duo Pete Callis and John Hazell made a triumphant return to the marina.

The now infamous annual Ocean Village-sponsored Cardboard Boat Race took place on Saturday 3 September under bright blue skies. The soggy sailors battled the calm marina waters in front of a large animated crowd.

Security is a major concern for the elite band of millionaire and billionaire boat owners – both on and offshore – and the latest accessory is a personalised Panic Room.

July sees the 25th anniversary of one of Mallorca’s most prestigious marinas, Puerto Portals. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with its notable Mediterranean counterparts, Puerto Portals has been key to putting the Balearic Island on the yachting map.

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World Marine Guide now has detailed information on 50 marinas along the coasts of the English Channel making it one of the most comprehensive on line marina guides for the south coast of Britain and the north coast of France.

If you fancy your own private island but can’t decide where, this could be the answer.

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World Marine Guide now has over 500 marinas listed in its marina information section with detailed marina information, contact details and local knowledge.

Exclusive estate agent Mallorca Sotheby’s International Realty has noted a widening price gap between first line sea view homes and the countryside equivalent. Requests for Mediterranean-front property outweigh inland by a huge five to one ratio.

Conrad Maldives offers a perfect Christmas present with its ‘Luxury of Being Yourself’ package. Tailor-made to the guests’ desires it includes a cruise on the resort’s yacht to a deserted island where wines, dinner and musicians await.

Online Boating Industry reported in its market outlook on Thailand about the upcoming PIMEX show and quoted Erwin Bamps, COO of Majesty Yachts.

At 68 feet (20.72m), the cutter-rigged ketch El Oro is the second largest yacht entered into the 656 mile Offshore Category One race, a biennial ‘downhill' fast passage to Nha Trang, Vietnam titled Asia’s longest blue water race.

Anybody considering a trip to the Galapagos, whether it be land based, boat based or a combination of both, can now find out all they need to know about this amazing archipelago with travel company Aqua-Firma's new online Galapagos Island Guide.

Having set off from Gibraltar’s Ocean Village back on 26 October 2009, nearly two years and 35,000 nautical miles later participants in the 2009/2011 Blue Water Rally intrepid duo Pete Callis and John Hazell made a triumphant return to the marina.

The now infamous annual Ocean Village-sponsored Cardboard Boat Race took place on Saturday 3 September under bright blue skies. The soggy sailors battled the calm marina waters in front of a large animated crowd.

The italian shipyard will present new “vitadimare 3”, the first model of darwin class species.

While Phuket Boat Lagoon is almost always full marina developers have been looking to Krabi. Krabi Boat Lagoon has announced phase 1 will be complete in November.

Security is a major concern for the elite band of millionaire and billionaire boat owners – both on and offshore – and the latest accessory is a personalised Panic Room.

Hurricane Irene has the potential to become a devastating storm for the eastern U.S., particularly for Washington, D.C. and New York City. AllSecure Global has launched its Hurricane Response Center and has issued the following food safety advice.

The online check-in system for yachts arriving at Phuket's Chalong Marina will finally be launched on the 1st September 2011. An announcement was made by Phuket SIPA at a meeting in Phuket Provincial Hall.

ResearchInChina announces the release of a new report- China Yacht Industry Report, 2010-2012. For more information, please contact us at report@researchinchina.com or at 86-10-82600828.

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In a busy 2011 summer season, Nick Whale Marine has purchased an additional boat for its Balearic charter portfolio. The Sessa Oyster 42 will meet considerable demand for a sporty day cruiser which offers unbeatable value from just 1,050 euros a day.

The July issue of Orlando Style magazine (www.orlandostyle.com) features a travel review of the Sandpearl Resort on Clearwater Beach including a nice mention about MEETINGS AFLOAT! Executive Yacht Charters (www.meetings-afloat.com)

July sees the 25th anniversary of one of Mallorca’s most prestigious marinas, Puerto Portals. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with its notable Mediterranean counterparts, Puerto Portals has been key to putting the Balearic Island on the yachting map.

AllSecure Global, a leading international provider of crisis preparedness solutions to ultra-high net persons and families worldwide, announces its new yacht preparedness certification programme.

An ideal package for sailors who have chartered a few times previously but who want to reach out and break away from the comfort of their normal sailing area.

June saw the resumption of direct twice-weekly flights between Moscow and Spain’s Palma de Mallorca. This S7 Airlines service is set to be popular amongst the many Russians who enjoy holidaying and chartering yachts on this Balearic Island.

After the stress connected with planning one of the most important days of your life, comes a carefree period filled with happiness and love mood. Tuvana Hotel guarantees these moments will become unique and unforgettable.

Pen the dates of the Gibraltar-Morocco Rally into the diary – Friday 24 to Monday 27 June. Dubbed 'the world's most sociable yacht rally', the event departs from Ocean Village gets non-racing sailors and motorboaters together on the water.

Kicking off last weekend, huge crowds gathered to take part in Ocean Village's Festival of the Seas offering a wide variety of activities from a Yacht Rally to a Dragon Boat Race and organisers even managed to book spectacular sunny weather.

On Friday 6 May, Nick Whale Marine unveiled its brand new premises in Mallorca’s Puerto Portals. Accompanied by champagne and live music, one hundred invited guests were introduced to the Nick Whale Marine Team to hear ambitious plans for 2011.

There is nowhere better to be than Gibraltar’s Ocean Village this May. Packed with land- and water-based fun for all, the Festival of the Seas runs from Saturday 14 May to Sunday 22 May and is quite simply unmissable.

Newport, RI will be the summer home of SeaFair and the inaugural location of its summer tour. Attendees can expect to see a bevy of artworks including fine art glass, paintings, sculpture, photography and furniture from international galleries.

A record 18,000 visitors attend innovative venue

Victoria Allman’s Recipe for Marriage: Take two adventurous newlyweds, and place them on a floundering yacht wrought with problems. Make the husband the captain and boss of his wife, the chef.

MEETINGS AFLOAT! Uses Tampa LinkedIn Group to Drive Attendance at Hospitality Event

Yacht cruise is a highlight for actor Tom Berenger during his recent visit to Tampa for the Gasparilla International Film Festival.

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The long awaited return of SeaFair has come. Sarasota will be the elected city to host the floating fine art venue of Art Sarasota. The 228-foot luxury mega-yacht will return to sea for Art Sarasota, March 25th-28th with a VIP Preview March 24th.

Campaign group and ocean race will work together for better environmental practice at sea

Over 100 super luxury yachts and 15 corporate aircrafts will be exhibited on Hainan Rendes-Vous 2011.

We are a Croatian sailing association specialized in sailing holidays in Croatia. More than sailing is a life-style philosophy that we will introduce you to.

Solar Enabled Pump Can Be Used in a Boat or Dinghy in Automatic or Manual Mode

Meet attorney Andrew High at the 2011 Miami Boat Show for a free consultation on issues involving your boat or boat purchase!

New superyacht features world's first custom iPad control system letting owner view and manage superyacht and custom supercar onboard or remotely. Also first yacht to have public iPhone app by Poets Mobile.

Reach potential clients with a high-quality yacht video tour

Vacationers Urged to Book Springtime Getaways Now Before Prices Increase

Rainmagic is having a buy 2 get1 free promotion to celabrate our dealers

MEETINGS AFLOAT! Executive Yacht Charters offers businesses and sponsors a unique opportunity for customer entertainment during the upcoming 2011 Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg auto race.

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 409 has won the European Yacht of the Year in the category of family cruiser. Eleven sailing journalists from different organisations test sailed the contenders, and the winner was announced at the Dusseldorf Boat Show,

Organize a perfect holiday on the Amalfi Coast, a magical place where you will discover the beauties of nature, unique landscapes and sunsets with the typical Italian joy.