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Winner of CA Big Winter Prize Draw goes electric with TEMO-450 outboard motor

The Cruising Association is thrilled to announce CA member Kai Rabenstein as the lucky winner of our exclusive to members Big Winter Prize Draw. Kai has won a TEMO-450 Electric Outboard, plus a kill cord, transom fitting, bag and buoyancy float, worth £1,679, generously provided by Marine Products Direct.

Cruising Association partners with Seaview Progress for 2024 Big Summer Prize Draw

The Cruising Association is thrilled to announce its partnership with Seaview Progress for our 2024 Big Summer Prize Draw for members.

Cruising Association and Haven Knox-Johnston joined forces for ‘Crossing the Channel and Cruising Northern France’ webinar

The CA and Haven Knox-Johnston partnered for the highly informative 'Crossing the Channel and Cruising Northern France' webinar, presented by Bob Garrett, joint Channel Section Secretary, and hosted by specialist boat insurers Haven Knox-Johnston.

CAptain’s Mate of the Month - Porto Santo, Portugal

Porto Santo, a small island 27 nautical miles north-east of Madeira, serves as a great stop-over before sailing on to Madeira itself. Known for its long sandy beaches and friendly locals, visitors enjoy various mooring options, including anchorages, buoys, and a marina.

A fond farewell to Jennifer Mitchell

It is with a mix of admiration and gratitude that the CA announces the retirement of our Membership Secretary, Jennifer Mitchell, after 28 years of dedicated service.

Cruising Association recognises member contributions with Polaris Award

Sharing cruising expertise has been at the heart of the Cruising Association since 1908, and to recognise members’ location information contributions the Polaris Award was launched in 2022.

The Polaris Award is presented in appreciation of exceptional contributions by members to the CA’s Cruising Almanac, CAptain’s Mate and Cruising Guide resources.

Cruising Association launches free Guidance Notes to cruising the European Inland Waterways

Every year, a considerable number of sail and motor cruisers take their boats into the European Inland Waterways. However, finding accurate and up-to-date information about what is involved is not always easy.

CAptain’s Mate of the Month – Caorle Marina, Darsena dell Orologio, Italy

If you're considering cruising paired with a city break, Caorle, just an hour’s drive from Venice, is an excellent choice.

Located between Venice and Trieste and nestled between the estuaries of the Livenza and Lemene rivers, Caorle offers a picturesque setting.

Cruising Association celebrates outstanding volunteer contributions at Flag Officers’ Lunch and Challenge Awards

The Cruising Association's prestigious annual Flag Officers' Lunch and Challenge Awards presentation took place at CA House, London on 27 January 2024.

The event, hosted by CA President Derek Lumb, awards the most prestigious honours conferred by the CA, marking an annual tradition to highlight the exceptional commitment and impact of volunteers.

France says ‘no’ to long stays without a visa for UK subjects

France has firmly rejected the proposed amendment to the French Immigration and Integration Bill, which sought to grant an automatic visa/visa waiver for 6 months to UK subjects who own 'secondary residences' in France. The decision by the French Constitutional Court on Thursday, January 24, 2024, is considered final, with no avenue for appeal.