Cruise in company from the Caribbean or USA to Marina de Lagos in southern Portugal. Explore the Atlantic islands of Bermuda and the Azores with friends.
More than just a trans-ocean delivery, ARC Europe is a convivial way to start a European adventure or to end a Caribbean season. The rally has two starts; From St Maarten or the US East Coast with online support; with the two fleets meeting in Bermuda. Then on to cruise the Azores, seeing bull running, flowers, traditional buildings and spectacular scenery before the final voyage to Europe.
Our team are with you in every port, helping you make the most of your time ashore with parties and tours, advice and support.
“It has been a lot of fun to cruise the Azores in the company of other ARC Europe boats”
RALLY NEWS
ARC Europe 2024 Start Day.
11/05/2024
ARC Europe 2024 are on their way to Bermuda! Under beautiful blue skies the fleet of 18 yachts, 63 crew and 4 dogs, had ideal wind conditions of 12 KTS coming from the Southeast as they set off towards Bermuda.Good conditions saw the fleet favour the committee boat end of the line creating quite a lively gathering on the start line. It was however Galatea of Aune a Rustler 42, who chose to start...
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ARC Europe 2024 - St Maarten Tour and Beach BBQ.
08/05/2024
Day two of the ARC Europe 2024 program of events offered a half day tour around the island of St Maarten. Starting from the marina, driver Conrad navigated an enthusiastic group of rally participants in a VIP bus through both the Dutch and French side of this island. Full of history, fascinating facts and local stories were by expertly provided by tourist guide Devine. The group learned how land...
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18/05/2024
Epiphany - Day 7
It’s almost sunrise on our final morning before Bermuda. We survived the cold front better than most the fleet. Many reported torrential rain and lightning with strong 30knots wind. Somehow, for sure not skipper skill, we found a little hole and
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16/05/2024
Epiphany - Day 5
The wind has returnedSails are powered Waves gradually pushingAn occasional surf 250 miles to goAnother two nightsBermuda awaitsDark and stormyHigh Sirius in the skyA warning of what’s to comeA front of coldRain and maybe thunderFor now
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16/05/2024
Epiphany - Day 4
Still no fish, but at least the weed has stopped so we can leave the lures out all day.Otherwise all calm. Wind died at lunch today so we started to motor again. It should start up again this afternoon as we hook on the then bottom of a low
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15/05/2024
Sequel - Day 5 - Sequel
We’re having a “sporty” sail over the last 24 hrs. And expecting same to Bermuda. My Apple Watch told me I’ve complete my 10000 steps! We’re all safe. Getting reasonable rest off watch on the low side bunks.Lots of prepared one pot stews, fruit,
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14/05/2024
Sequel - Day 4 Sequel
We’re making our way from Ft. Lauderdale to Bermuda, 365 miles to go.Currently 7.3kn in the proper direction. The wind is finally favorable. The new sails are performing beautifully. Crew is happy with the meals and the Starlink makes all the
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TESTIMONIALS
I can't tell you enough what a wonderful trip we have had. Your whole team has done such an amazing job.
Ed Polner, Principle Interest (USA)
Joining ARC Europe is not only crossing an ocean, but sharing the experience of a lifetime with an amazing group of sailors and making friendships forever. We joined ARC Europe for safety reasons but it turned out to be the final highlight of this year's journey.
Ursula Weissman. sy Starship
FEATURES
Boot is Back!
Europe's largest boat show, Boot Düsseldorf, is back in action again and World Cruising Club will be there to welcome ARC sailors, both old and new, face-to-face. There is so much to see and explore at Boot that you'll need more than one day to see it all. With excellent transport links, plenty of hotels, and the world's marine industry attending, it is the 'must see' boat show for boaters from across Europe and beyond. Come and find the WCC team at 10E31 in Hall 10....
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