Once, the Northwest Passage was sought after to make it easier for ships to sail to the so-called East by a shorter route than around Cape of Good Hope or Cape Horn. Many great explorers failed to find the passage, and many lives and ships were lost at sea and …

In 2024 one of our favourite tall ships will set sail on five incredible Pacific sailing adventures – will you be on board? Having crossed the Atlantic with this tall ship I know first hand how transformational a voyage with them can be. Anyone can sign up to join the …

Over two years 2023-2025 a spectacular tall ship will sail on a global voyage following in the footsteps of Charles Darwin… will you be on board? The DARWIN200 voyage set sail from Plymouth UK on a historic tall ship Oosterschelde in August 2023, following Charles Darwin’s world voyage on the …

To celebrate World Ocean Day we’re happy to report that a donation for every adventure seeker we helped find and set off on a great adventure in 2022 was been donated towards the development a new ocean conservation not-for-profit called Free Range Ocean and the first of its many exciting …

The Golden Globe Race Entrants race solo, non-stop, and in boats that are reminiscent of the ‘Golden Age’ of solo sailing – meaning that the yachts have to be designed before 1988 and are without electronic instruments or autopilots. The race is based on the original Sunday Times event which …

Ancient cultures such as the Polynesians and Hawaiians, who relied heavily on their connection with the ocean, are believed to have practiced forms of paddleboarding for transportation, fishing, and even as a sport. In Hawaii, for example, “Hoe he’e nalu,” meaning “to stand, to surf, a wave,” referred to the …

So, what is the Golden Globe Race? Entrants race solo, non-stop, and in boats that are reminiscent of the ‘Golden Age’ of solo sailing – meaning that the yachts have to be designed before 1988 and are without electronic instruments or autopilots. The race is based on the original Sunday …

Here’s our packing list for a multi-day catered and accomodated hiking trip.  Backpack – A sturdy backpack with padded straps and waist belt for carrying all your gear. Hiking boots – A good pair of hiking boots with proper ankle support and traction on the sole. Hiking socks – Pack …

A POEM about Ascension Island! On Ascension Island, where the sea meets the sky, The wind and waves sing a lullaby, A place of beauty, so wild and free, A paradise on Earth, for all to see. The towering mountains, with peaks so high, Reach up to touch the bright …

The skippers bringing these small group (max 6 guests) ocean voyages to life have at least half a million nautical miles under their belts so you’ll be learning from the best. Think small groups, amazing destinations and incredible ocean experiences. Whether you want the mileage for an RYA Ocean qualification, …