Those of us that have snorkelled in the tropics in recent years will have seen the dead coral that evidenced this new Report with our own eyes. Coral reefs have been in the midst of a global bleaching event since January 2023 – the fourth and worst on record – with more than 80% of reefs in more than 80 countries affected by extreme ocean temperatures.

Back in 1974, Candelaria Villanueva was one of 277 passengers aboard a ship that caught fire and sank off Zamboanga, located 600 miles south of Manila, Philippines. She stayed alive after climbing on ...

October 2025

In an earlier post I noted that 60 countries have ratified the High Seas Treaty (signed earlier this year in Nice). I have now been asked to list the countries that have already ratified the Treaty. Please follow the link below.

Two nights in a glamping hut at Golden Sands Destination Resorts, where the sea, local music, and coastal tradition meet.

A thorough report into the loss of 3 sailboats has been published by the Cruising Club of America and US Sailing. All offshore sailors are encouraged to read the various reports below. Bermuda Race Organising Committee, US Sailing, and Cruising Club of…