Cruising
The Oyster Owners World Rally
For sailing enthusiasts and adventure seekers, the Oyster Owners World Rally represents the pinnacle of ocean exploration.
Maritimo Boating Destinations – Sydney
The options of extremes. The pace of city life meets wilderness and peace…
Celebrity Cruises Introduces Groundbreaking ‘Dream Makers’ Program for the Celebrity Xce...
Cruise enthusiasts worldwide are being invited to make history by shaping their ideal vacation experience aboard Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the C...
Ducie Island: A Remote Jewel of the South Pacific
Ducie Island, a remote and uninhabited atoll in the South Pacific Ocean, is part of the Pitcairn Islands, a British Overseas Territory.
Nordic rescue: Classic redemption
While you were shivering in a cold and windy Aotearoa, hundreds of kilometres away, a young couple was sitting in the Fijian sunshine and enjoying the...
Southern summer roadie: Part 1
The look on Anna’s face as we cruised along Piopiotahi Milford Sound said it all: she was mesmerised. The water was flat, not a cloud stirred, and Mit...
One hull or two hulls? The catamaran conundrum
Could you? Should you? Yes, you: Would you make the leap from monohull to catamaran? Cat converts swear they will never, ever go back to merely one hu...
The latest update from La Vagabonde III: Where to from here?
The La Vagabonde III, captained by celebrated YouTubers Riley Whitelum and Elayna Carausu, encountered a major setback during their maiden visit to Ja...
Mayotte to Richards Bay, Part 3: – Officials and Machine Guns
Doing an emergency stop can be a delicate matter. Normally stopping in a new country requires you to check in through customs, immigration, etc, howev...
Mayotte to Richard’s Bay, part 2: Breakages
After five days of terrible anchoring at Ilha do Fogo, eight boats made a run for it. There was a brief weather window and we all decided to grab it a...
Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally 2024 – A celebration of community and craftsmanship
On Saturday, 23rd November, the 2024 Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally set sail to the picturesque Kawau Island, with Lidgard House providing a stunnin...
Won Lotto and lost for ways to spend the winnings? Virgin Voyages Unveils Annual Pass: Unlimited cru...
If you have recently won Lotto but have struggled to find that little something special you want to give to yourself (or if it's a big win, ...
Mayotte to Richard’s Bay, Part 1: A Fishing Story
We picked a really good window for the first leg of the Mozambique Channel. Whilst it may have been a bit light on the wind, we prefer that to the unp...
The Mozambique Channel – Hopefully not living up to its reputation
We are members of two WhatsApp groups with people sailing the east and south coast Africa, and over the last two week these chat groups have pinged co...
La Vagabonde’s New Update (and video!): A Tranquil Evening Turns to Chaos
Boating NZ Website Editorial: My intense like (man-love) of La Vagabonde has been clearly documented in the past, their journeys guided my w...
22 Nov Update From La Vagabonde
Sadly again, following on from the previous missed calls and repeated reschedules, and simply not turning up for the call scheduled for yesterday - to...
Update 21 Nov: La Vagabonde’s Silence Leaves Patrons Adrift
Update
As at this moment, SLV have just updated the Patreon message as follows. We will find out tomorrow if this call happens or not?
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Mayotte – where is everyone?!
Well, we are enjoying it. Sailing around the island we stop to snorkel, dive and swim as often as we can. Sadly, we only scheduled our s...
Orient Express Corinthian: A New Legend on the Seas
The Orient Express, synonymous with opulence and adventure, is stepping off the rails and onto the open seas with the launch of its newest m...
Boating Destinations – Thailand
Southeast Asia has some of the world’s most beautiful tropical islands, beaches, coastlines, and diversity of marine life. There are literally thousan...
Kiwi’s Cruising Through the Zanzibar Coast: Sunsets, Socials, and Surprises
The Zanzibar coast, with its mix of culture, energy, and seaside beauty, is a magical spot for cruisers to anchor and soak up both local life and sere...
Sailors Turn Citizen Scientists: Island Cruising Pacific Rally Partners with Citizens of the Sea
The Island Cruising Pacific Rally has always been about adventure and community, but this year it’s making waves for another reason: scienti...
Exploring the Tropics with Island Cruising Pacific Rally: Final Leg Begins
“This year’s rally has been our biggest yet, with over 160 vessels—both yachts and powerboats—enjoying an unforgettable ad...
Stone Town, Zanzibar Aug 2024
This is the (liberal) English translation of an old Norwegian classic. And annoyingly, this ear-worm of a song rings in my ears - on repeat(!!) - as w...
Exploring the pros and cons of a boat tour in Tenerife: Your ultimate guide
So, you’re thinking of sailing around Tenerife? Let’s weigh the good stuff against the not-so-great to help you make up your mind. We’ve got everythin...
Boating Destinations – Abrolhos Islands
Houtman Abrolhos. Probably better known as just the Abrolhos Islands, are renowned for their stunning coral reefs, abundant marine life, and rich hist...
Island Cruising: The Musket Cove Regatta 40th Anniversary is a huge hit!
Over the last few days, the Island Cruising Pacific Rally participants and other cruisers in Fiji have been celebrating the Musket Cove 40th anniversa...
Gods And Goats, Not All What They’re Hyped Up To Be
I’m not privy to the details of what my sister said in her prayer to Thor with regards to the weather, nor what my brother asked in return for the sac...
When A Series Of Unfortunate Events Force An Unexpected U-Turn
Saturday a week ago we went to drop off a rental car we had hired to take my sister back to the airport. Walking back from having dropped it off, it o...
Boating Destinations – Alaska
Alaska’s magic lies in its unspoiled raw beauty, its hidden fjords, towering glaciers, secluded coves and uninhabited islands, all teaming with an abu...
Mid-winter Manu: Boating Kennedy Bay and Harataunga Stream
Words by Alex Stone , Photography by Tony Hards and Alex Stone
It’s said in New Zealand that if you haven’t worked on, refined and perfected your own...
Exploring Port Charles; The forgotten port
It can be an epic journey there, and it’s a relatively short creek – complete with surprises. The adventure is well worth it, on both counts. With the...
One Family’s Boating Journey; That sinking feeling
What a shocking end to our summer! We never saw this plot twister coming!
One Family’s Boating Journey: Life lessons
As our two boys, Rafe and Chris, have discovered when you’re living onboard, life will throw you curveballs.
One Family’s Boating Journey; Racing to Whangamata
As we kissed our keel ever so slightly on the sandbar the pit of my stomach sank. Had our luck run out at the last possible moment? How did we get to ...
One Family’s Boating Journey: A bridge too far
The Woodham family’s quest to master safe anchoring continues – starting this time with Islington Bay and its notoriously poor holding.
One Family’s Boating Journey: Weather delays and water woes
A couple of weeks before the September 2023 school holidays, Kirsten planned our anticipated two-week sail. We’ve never sailed north of Kawau Island, ...
Happy ending
What a long, great trip it’s been: Massachusetts, Bermuda, Puerto Rico, Panama Canal, Galápagos, Marquesas, Tuamotus, Society Islands. The final 3,000...
One Family’s Boating Journey: In the bag
In last month’s article you found me returning to Auckland one day after abandoning a trip out to Sauvage for an afternoon picnic I had planned for my...
CRUISING THE TUAMOTU ARCHIPELAGO: Where beauty means danger
With 77 atolls sprawled over 130,000 nautical miles in the South Pacific east of Tahiti, the Tuamotu Archipelago is a stunning ocean treasure. It’s al...
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NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar
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FISHING
Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane
The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga
ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa
NZ Lure Masters (Catch, Measure and Release competition), 3 & 4 Oct 2025, New Zealand wide
REGATTAS
Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland
PIC Harbour Classic, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Auckland
Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, starting 11 Oct 2025 TBC from Sydney Harbour
PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell
Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2025 starts in Sydney, Australia
HYDRO THUNDER
JET BOAT RACING
2025 NZ Marathon Coast-to-Coast, 16 to 25 Mar 2025 starting at Greymouth ad finishing at Christchurch
WATERSPORTS
IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland
MEET UPS
Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Cruising Rally, Easter 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, BOP
SHOWS
Moana Auckland - New Zealand's Ocean Festival, 27 Jan to 9 Mar 2025 in Auckland
Auckland Boat Show, 6 - 9 Mar 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland
The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland
NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Show, 30 & 31 Aug 2025 to be held at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Waipa
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