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2nd Round Barbados Race 2022, 2nd In class Coastal racing

From£900

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8 Days

Availability : 15th - 22nd January 2024

Barbados

Min Age : 18

Max People : 9

***Your booking is protected by our COVID Policy ***

The very beginning of the Caribbean racing season starts from mid January with the Round Barbados Sailing Week. There is an electric party vibe throughout the island as the regatta coincides with the celebration of the birthday of Barbados’ first Prime Minister and co-founder of the Barbados Cruising Club. Not only that, but Errol Walton Barrow is also known as the ‘Father of the Nation’, so you can probably see why Barbadians have something to celebrate at this time of year.

Although the first official race of this week long regatta began back in 1936, the tradition of racing around the island dates back much further into history. Way, way back in the 19th century where prizes for cargo arriving before rivals’ ships could raise a massive premium, the traders could declare bragging rights for being the fastest schooner into port. There was however, a consolation prize for the slowest ship. This prize was so esteemed that they had to stop handing out a last-to-finish prize after 2 ships loitered at sea for days with the intent of winning. The prize was an entire barrel of Mount Gay Rum so I can certainly understand their motives.

These days, there is a new tradition where if you break any of the 20 current records, then you can win your skipper’s weight in rum. As though anyone needs an excuse to over indulge in the festive season, this race is not one for a skinny skipper!

Made up of four training days, four coastal racing day events and after race parties with the incentive of your skipper’s weight in rum, what are you waiting for?

Departure & Return Location

The nearest international airport is the Bridgetown/Grantley Adams Airport which is about a 30 minute drive from the marina.

Travel to and from the airport is paid for by the customer and is not included in the race price.

Price Includes

Race Entry
Yacht Charter
Accommodation on board (shared cabins)
Meals (self service) - Lunch
Certified Professional Skipper
Basic Training
Consumables for the yacht (diesel, fuel and water)
Mooring Fees
Insurance for the yacht
Lifejacket
Personal locating beacon

Price Excludes

Airfares
Meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
Transfers airport-marina-airport
Shore based accommodation
Wet gear
Personal insurance (we recommend Topsail)

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What to Expect

Professional InstructionOur Skippers are experienced instructors that make every crew member feel welcome and tailor their delivery to the experience and style of the crew
Competitive boatAlthough the taking part is often fun, we believe the full experience comes from pushing ourselves to the max and competing with other boats on the water with a view to win
High safety standardsMaintaining and equipping a yacht to a high standard is not an easy task. No expense is spared in ensuring the best equipment is selected and repairs are undertaken quickly and proficiently.
No PassengersAlthough we are happy to provide sight seeing adventures, this experience is a regatta so you can expect to be actively involved in sailing the boat, there isn't any rail meat on our boats.