We are so amped that the Olympics have started, and that our South African sailing stars start their journey today. But who are they up against and who are the favourites in each class? Watch the snapshot of the ‘who’s who’ in sailing.
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When we think of Provence we think of villages and fields draped in colour, and sandstone monasteries surrounded by fields of lavender and waterways. It’s the quaint towns that really get to us though, they seem to come out of a novel. We’ve selected our favourites from CN Traveller’s hot list.
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The world’s most exclusive and competitive free-diving competition in the world, also known as the “Wimbledon of free-diving”, Vertical Blue – is taking place at Deans Blue Hole in the Bahamas. After just 4 days of competition, both world and national records have been broken.
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There are more than 60 Spanish islands cast off the coast of the mainland, and while many of the big hitters – Ibiza, Mallorca, Lanzarote – have well-worn reputations, they are constantly reinventing themselves. In recent years, many have gained prominence for sustainability, stargazing and smart stays. These are CN Traveller’s 10 favourite Spanish isles.
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It was an action packed weekend of sailing in the glorious English sunshine. The third event of SailGP Season 2 took place in Plymouth, United Kingdom this weekend. Team Australia won the event with France and United States defeated in the winner-takes-all final.
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Helly Hansen | Technical Sailing Apparel Partner to The Ocean Race
by Ingrid HaleWith over 140 years of knowledge, experience and expertise in developing performance-driven apparel, the Norwegian-based brand, Helly Hansen is trusted by professionals around the world and will be the Official Clothing Supplier to The Ocean Race.
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Now more than ever, Botswana beckons travellers who relish the chance to make pilgrimage into a remote, uncluttered utopia where time is on pause. Allison Foat talks of beguiling landscapes, staggering bio diversity and vast tracts of virgin wilderness, where there’s a glorious sense of having it all to yourself.
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SailGP season 2 has already produced some exciting racing, with a few surprise podium places too. SailGP Spain, led by Phil Robertson was one such team. But what does the future hold for Phil and his team?
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Team RSA put in a good effort at the Optimist World Championships 2021 held at Lake Garda, Italy. Brazilian Alex Di Francesco Kuhl is the new World Champion and French sailor Lomane Valade is the winner in the female ranking.
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Teams competing in the recent Ocean Race Europe supported UN Sports for Climate Action. They collected scientific data, looked at the benefits of cutting out single-use plastic, measuring and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and engaging with world leaders about the threats to the ocean.
