Which are the best cities for an eco-friendly getaway? Cities around the world are becoming increasingly eco-conscious in their public policy and travellers are responding. Whether they reach their destination by train or opt for cities outside of the typical tourist circuit, more travellers are choosing to spend their vacations in an environmentally friendly way. Sustainability is changing the way people travel.
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Our profile of a pro this week is on Ian Walker, who is no stranger to ocean racing. He is the only British skipper to have won The Ocean Race in 2014/2015 with ‘Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing’. Today Ian is the Director of Racing at the Royal Yachting Association. In this interview with Niall from Offwatch, he talks about his fascinating career in The Olympics, The America’s Cup, and of course his famous victory in the 2014-15 Ocean Race with ‘Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing’. Ian also discusses how to get into The Ocean Race as a sailor, as well as his opinion on one-design sailing.
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Check out these seven mind-blowing big wave paddle images from the 2020 Red Bull Big Wave Award nominee selection.
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The Two Oceans Aquarium has named October month ‘Sharktober’. Sharks are often portrayed as vicious hunters, scary stalkers or single-minded predators in the media, but what really makes these misunderstood animals tick? This month, the Two Oceans Aquarium will shed some light on these misunderstood animals. The Two Oceans Aquarium welcomes a new partner in conservation awareness, the ‘Save Our Seas Foundation’. Together, they hope to promote education and conservation around these often endangered sea animals.
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Things are hotting up for the teams competing in the 36th America’s Cup in New Zealand in 2021. With boats and teams arriving weekly, the Challenger on Record, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, is the latest team to deliver their 2nd boat to the competition venue. The Prada Cup – the Challenger selection series – takes place in Jan and Feb 2021 to determine who will challenge the Defender, ‘Emirates New Zealand’ in the America’s Cup Match in March 2021.
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This week OFFWATCH chats to Peter Burling and Blair Tuke. Their CV is impressive: Olympic gold medal winners in the 49er, America’s Cup winners in 2017 with Emirates Team New Zealand, and of course they both sailed in the last edition of The Ocean Race – Peter on Team Brunel, and Blair aboard MAPFRE.
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There’s never been a better reason to visit the Cape Winelands for a long lazy lunch, or a foodie experience that offers a great excuse for the perfect day out. Plus there’s the feel good factor of supporting local eateries right now. Support Stellenbosch is a current initiative that rewards in-dining guests with a SnapScan voucher (redeemable at participating restaurants within the campaign the period). Use this to visit another Stellies restaurant on a return visit – which means discovering yet another cool eatery in SA’s culinary capital.
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The Ocean Race Summit Newport gathered over 680 registered participants from around the world to develop and share solutions to restore ocean health. An engaging and diverse group of international experts, youth leaders and change makers came together in the 3rd summit to tackle the challenges facing our ocean, and to develop and share solutions that promote the restoration of ocean health.
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Tracy Edwards was the skipper of the all-female entry Maiden in the 1989/1990 edition of the Whitbread Round the World Race. She was just 24 years old! Tracy and her crew broke barriers, and proved so many people wrong in the male-dominated sport. They weren’t even expected to finish the first leg, but they did just that, and went on to win both southern ocean legs too.
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Renowned filmmaker Craig Foster, forged a special bond with a wild octopus, one of the most intelligent creatures on the planet. My Octopus Teacher has achieved international acclaim for the beautifully filmed love affair between Craig and this female octopus. If you haven’t seen My Octopus Teacher yet, watch it on Netflix now. It will change you.
