October 17, 2026 - Annapolis, MD

Join us for a lively two-hour panel discussion, full of insights and plenty of opportunities to ask your questions.Perfect for anyone dreaming of sailing offshore or making an ocean crossing.

Discover the adventure of the Atlantic Circuit with the World Cruising Club. Starting with ARC Europe in May, boats depart from the US East Coast or the Caribbean, stop in Bermuda, and then sail to the Azores, arriving in Portugal in June. This west-to-east crossing opens up a summer of cruising — from the Balearics to the Greek Islands. In autumn, many crews join the ARC or ARC+ to sail back across the Atlantic, returning to the Caribbean or heading north. Completing the circuit lets sailors experience both directions of an ocean crossing and some of the world’s most iconic cruising grounds, all within the support, camaraderie, and safety of a rally fleet.

We’ll also cover practical essentials: weather and routing, choosing the “right” boat, must-have and optional equipment, managing crew, and making life onboard enjoyable.

There will be plenty of time to mingle with panellists, the World Cruising Club team, marine industry experts, and fellow sailors — the perfect opportunity to ask questions and share experiences.

Date: October 17, 2026
Time: 08:30–10:30 (presentation starts at 09:00)
Where: Latitude 38, Annapolis, MD
Cost: Free

Advance registration is essential as space is limited — please click the red button below.

Schedule

8.30am - registration, networking, coffee and pastries

9am - presentation

10am - questions

10.30am - close

Presenters

Host: Paul Tetlow, Managing Director of World Cruising Club

Panel: skippers and crew who have sailed the Atlantic or around the world.

In the audience and ready to answer questions will be representatives from round-the-world charter yacht Celeste of Solent and other marine companies.

Questions can be submitted in advance via email [email protected], or asked on the day.