A night to remember at PAPA Regatta - the legendary White Party! This tradition, held in classic all-white yachting attire, is all about welcoming newcomers into the sailing crew. It's part celebration, part initiation, with lighthearted contests, plenty of laughter, and good vibes all around. And as always, it all ends with dancing into the night. Just one more reason evenings at PAPA Regatta are as memorable as the races themselves. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #AllWhitePartyNight #FlashMob

A night to remember at PAPA Regatta - the legendary White Party! This tradition, held in classic all-white yachting attire, is all about welcoming newcomers into the sailing crew. It's part celebration, part initiation, with lighthearted contests, plenty of laughter, and good vibes all around. And as always, it all ends with dancing into the night. Just one more reason evenings at PAPA Regatta are as memorable as the races themselves. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #AllWhitePartyNight #FlashMob #Rendezvous

The best of PAPA Regatta 2021 - all in one epic 1-minute short. A vibrant mix of thrilling races, carefree dancing, spontaneous flash mobs, live guitar, all night talks and songs, and breathtaking views. The perfect snapshot of where sport meets celebration. Credits: Video by @AlexeyPerfilov #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailings #ArtOfSailings #Croatia #SailAndFun #LiveGuitar #BeautifulLife

100 meters to the finish, we're holding third place - then suddenly, the sound of the rudder chain snapping, and the yacht luffs sharply into the wind. The skipper stayed calm and acted fast, inserting the emergency tiller into the rudder stock to regain direct control of the rudder blade, bypassing the wheel. Thanks to the quick response, the yacht lost only a few positions and still crossed the finish line successfully. Back in the marina, technicians from the charter company were called in. They repaired the system and installed a new steering chain. A valuable lesson: never ignore play or looseness in the wheel - it's often the first sign of trouble. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2012 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #RudderFailure #CroatiaYachting #CroatiaSailing

During the race, the course included a natural obstacle - a small, rocky island. The depths were safe, and the skipper decided to take a tight line around it. But just behind the island, the wind shifted unexpectedly, and a sudden gust drove the yacht's bow straight toward the rocks. With minimal room to maneuver, the skipper reacted quickly and managed to regain control. However, in the process of steering clear, the keel scraped against the rocks. The result: a few scratches and the loss of half the team's security deposit. A hard lesson learned - always keep a safe distance from the rocks! #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #DangerousRocks #RocksCrash #CroatiaSailing #CroatiaYachting #SailingRace #SailingFails

This video takes you inside the 4th PAPA Regatta in Croatia, where 12 yachts and over 80 participants from five countries - Belarus, Croatia, Germany, Russia, and Ukraine - came together for an unforgettable week at sea. You'll see how it all unfolded: from race prep and skipper briefings to exciting starts and challenging conditions on the water. Off the water, the evenings were just as lively - with shared dinners, fun contests, and a festive awards ceremony to wrap it all up. The video also features real-time comments from participants, capturing their emotions, insights, and the true spirit of the regatta. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on social media to stay in the loop - and join us for the next big start! Credit: video by @alexeysmirnovcom #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #InsideStory #Croatia

PAPA Regatta 2021 had it all - intense racing, raw emotions, and the true spirit of competition in every kind of weather. There were victories that lit up the day, and setbacks that forced teams to withdraw due to damage. Some waited hours for the wind to settle, while others saw races canceled entirely by the fierce Bora wind. A regatta full of drama, energy, and unforgettable moments. More to come in the next videos - stay tuned! Video credits: Alexey Smirnov @alexeysmirnovcom #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #CroatiaYachting #SailingRace #CharterRegatta

A collection of fails from just one race at the PAPA Regatta: broaching, torn gennakers, a crash onto the rocks, and a rudder failure right before the finish line. No participants were injured. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #CroatiaYachting #SailingRace #SailingFails

What should you do when a broach happens - and how can you avoid tearing your gennaker? Got tips or stories to share? Join the conversation in the comments below! #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #Broaching #SailingFails #Croatia #SailingRace #CharterRegatta

It's a mix of emotions - most of the fleet is behind you, but three yachts are still ahead, and with the finish line fast approaching, there's no time left to catch them. Which means no podium finish this time. It was a 15-mile offshore race from Rogoznica's Marina Frapa to Maslenica, on the island of ?olta, Croatia. As the race unfolded, the wind intensified to over 24 knots, with gusts hitting 32. After two teams lost their gennakers, the race committee issued a safety ban on their further use. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #SailingRace #TheArtOfSailing

A spontaneous victory dance after taking 1st place in a PAPA Regatta race - the perfect flash mob celebration! #PAPARegatta #TheArtOgSailing #CroatiaYachting #Celebration #VictoryDance #FlashMob #PAPARegatta2021

Moments of sunshine and stillness from a catamaran cruise through the southern Dalmatian islands in Croatia, May 2021. We were scouting a new route for an upcoming PAPA Regatta - and it turned out to be the perfect escape after a long COVID lockdown. Warm spring air, that feeling of summer just around the corner. It was the best possible way to spend the May holidays. And it was still a time when Russian and Ukrainian flags could fly side by side at the stern - united by a shared love for the sea. Video by @AlexeyPerfilov #PAPARegatta #TheArtOfSailing #CroatiaSailing #SailingLifeStyle

PAPA Regatta 2018 took place in the scenic coastal town of Marmaris, Turkey, in late April and early May. The event brought together 80 sailors from Russia and Ukraine, competing on 10 yachts in a dynamic and challenging race series. More than just a competition, the regatta became a true celebration of sailing and camaraderie. Over the course of a week, participants covered over 100 nautical miles, faced intense racing at sea, and enjoyed lively evenings filled with parties, creative contests, and festive award ceremonies. PAPA Regatta 2018 left lasting memories - a unique blend of sport, unity, and the joy of sailing. Many thanks to the organizers Sea School Finist ?@seaschool4738? and to the charter company SK Yachting ?@SKYachting?. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2018 #TheArtOfSailing #Sailing #Yachting #YachtingLifeStyle

In May 2019, the 3rd PAPA Regatta took place for the first time in Croatia. Although the weather was unusually cool and overcast for the season, it brought steady winds - ideal conditions for competitive sailing. While there was no time for swimming, no one had to sit idle waiting for the wind either. The action never stopped. Video by Alexey Smirnov @alexeysmirnovcom #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2019 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #Sailing #Yacting #SailingRace #Croatia

The 3rd PAPA Regatta made its debut in Croatia in May 2019, bringing together over 150 sailors from six countries - Belarus, Croatia, Germany, Israel, Russia, and Ukraine - to compete across 19 yachts. What followed was an unforgettable blend of high-stakes racing and vibrant onshore celebrations. Each day delivered steady winds and dynamic competition on the water, with no dull moments and no need to wait for wind. Despite the unseasonably cool and cloudy weather, the conditions were ideal for sailing - even if a swim had to wait. Off the water, the regatta turned into a true festival of friendship and fun, filled with laughter, creative contests, and dancing that went on long after sunset. It was a perfect fusion of adrenaline and joy, making PAPA Regatta 2019 a week to remember. Video by: Alexey Smirnov @alexeysmirnovcom #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2019 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #Sailing #Yacting #SailingRace #Croatia

This was a scouting cruise on a catamaran through the southern Dalmatian islands, designed to explore and shape a new route for an upcoming regatta. A warm spring day, the promise of summer in the air, a near-complete calm on the water, and a crew in high spirits - the perfect setting for inspiration and discovery. Video by @NesterovMikhail

The first sailing trip after the long COVID lockdown - and the best idea for the May holidays. Video by @NesterovMikhail

There's nothing quite like the sunsets at sea or in the mountains - when the sky lights up from horizon to horizon in breathtaking color. This moment was captured during a catamaran cruise in May 2021, as we explored the southern Dalmatian islands of Croatia in search of a new route for a future PAPA Regatta. Video by @AlexeyPerfilov #PAPARegatta #TheArtOfSailing #YachtingLifeStyle #Croatia #Catamaran #SailingTrip

By May, the spring sun in Split already feels like summer - warm, bright, and full of promise. Yet the streets of the Old Town are still calm and nearly empty. In just a few weeks, tourists from all over Europe will fill the squares, cruise ships will line the harbor, and the city will come alive with energy and laughter. But right now, in this peaceful shoulder season, it's the perfect time to wander the ancient alleyways and sip a margarita or Aperol at a local bar - no crowds, no lines, just you and the quiet charm of Split. #PAPARegatta #CatamaranCruise #SailingLife #SailingLifeStyle #Croatia #Dalmatia #Split

A sunset dinner with friends in Milna, on the island of Bra?, Croatia - the perfect ending to an unforgettable week at sea. This moment marked the finale of an epic catamaran cruise, where our team explored the hidden gems of the southern Dalmatian islands, carefully mapping out a new route for an upcoming PAPA Regatta. #SailingLife #CatamaranCruise #CroatiaSailing #DalmatianIslands #Bra?Island #MilnaSunset #RegattaPlanning #PAPARegatta #SailingAdventure #TravelCroatia #SunsetVibes #TeamSailing #OffSeasonMagic #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing