The Rolex TP52 World Championship, hosted in Puerto Portals this year, tested some of the world’s best sailors in an epic one-design regatta. With some curve-balls thrown, the event was full of twists and turns in an epic fight for top of the leaderboard.
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More than 3,000 miles and not a single drop of gasoline. Well, that’s the plan anyways. Team Malizia and climate activist Greta Thunberg are on their way across the Atlantic expending minimal CO2 emissions, a journey that aims to change the mindset of people around the world.
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For the first time the Lipton Challenge Cup is being sailed on the fast and fun Cape 31’s. The approved sails suppliers for this sports boat are Ullman Sails and North Sails South Africa, as part of a mandate of the Cape 31 build to make use of South African suppliers. Where previously, top-class sailors would largely rely on imported product, the two world-class Cape Town lofts are now also exporting state-of-the-art sails, taking on the best in the business. North Sails South Africa and Ullman Sails Production have not only put local sailmaking on the international map, they have also bolstered brand South Africa at a time when local boatbuilders are increasingly making their presence felt on the world stage.
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Long-distance swimmer Ben Lecomte is trying to raise awareness around the overuse of plastics by swimming through the worlds most polluted stretch of water.
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Fashion and beauty editor Helen Clemson spent a dreamy week in Botswana at some of the swankiest lodges in the country. Her packing dilemma meant a streamlined suitcase with bush-appropriate attire – and some glam for the evening. So it couldn’t be your typical roughing-it safari capsule wardrobe. Fashion wise, it was pretty easy to pack earthy neutrals that mixed and matched – as well as some leopard print for the evening. But for her skincare and make up needs, things got a little trickier
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Tips from The Cape Town Aquarium | What To Do With Stranded Turtles
by Ingrid HaleAs the winter months approach, the Two Oceans Aquarium is seeing more stranded turtle hatchlings on the shores of Cape Town and the Western Cape. Concerned members of the public are bringing them in to the Aquarium, who is advising beachgoers to be on the lookout for these hatchlings. Learn what you can do to help!
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Women hold top positions in the maritime world and they’re not afraid to make waves in their quest for change, innovation and growth. With the Cape Town International Boat Show taking place from 19-21 October, we showcase 7 incredible women who are making their mark in our maritime industry.
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