145 sailing boats set off from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to complete the 40th edition of the ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers). The boats will take roughly 18-21 days to complete this epic voyage to Saint Lucia in the Caribbean- an unforgettable sailing adventure. You can read more about the event organisers, World Cruising Club, here: https://worldcruising.com/ You can also see more about what they do on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcrally/?locale=en_GB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arc_rally/

On the 9th of November the 13th edition of the ARC+ transatlantic sailing rally departed Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the island of Mindelo in the Cape Verde Islands Over 400 sailors set sail and they were cheered away from the port by friends, family and local spectators Read more about event organisers, World Cruising Club, here: https://worldcruising.com/ Check out the ARC Rally social media below Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arc_rally/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcrally

The Foresta Project is an initative which World Cruising Club have been involved with for 15 years. Across 28 projects, participants of the ARC and ARC+ (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) have planted over 4,000 trees on the island of Gran Canaria, helping to give back to the local environment. To learn more about the World Cruising Club click here: https://worldcruising.com/ You can also check out World Cruising Club social media content Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arc_rally/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcrally Learn more about the Foresta project here: https://fundacionforesta.org/

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Host: Johan Sjöstrand Reporters: Peter Gilmore, Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström, Martin Loogna and Claire Taylor Produced by NextLive

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Hosts: Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström and Claire Taylor Produced by NextLive

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Hosts: Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström and Claire Taylor Produced by NextLive

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Hosts: Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström and Claire Taylor Produced by NextLive

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Hosts: Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström and Claire Taylor Produced by NextLive

The ARC is the original transocean rally for cruising yachts. Around 150 boats set sail every year in November, sailing from Las Palmas on the island of Gran Canaria to Rodney Bay on Saint Lucia. The rally attracts people of all ages and nationalities, sailing monohulls, multihulls and even motor boats from 27 feet to 100 feet (8.23m-32m). Over 8,000 boats have sailed with us to the Caribbean since the first ARC in 1986. The 2,700NM Atlantic crossing takes around 18-21 days for the average yacht. The record is 8 days and six hours, set by the maxi Rambler 88 (USA) in 2016. This year we are bringing you along with live broadcasted updates starting from Tuesday 18th of November and then every day at 16.00 UTC, until Sunday 23rd when the start will take place from 12.00 UTC. Follow us live on Youtube and Facebook! Hosts: Paul Tetlow, Mats Runström, Clare Pengelly Produced by NextLive

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has been the home of the ARC since 1986 and it's easy to see why - great marine facilities, a welcoming city and a beautiful island.

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27 catamarans and 67 cruisers start the first leg of the ARC+ Atlantic rally - their first stop is Mindelo in Cape Verde, 850NM south of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. A hot sunny day with 10-15 knots of southeasterly breeze and a slow swell. Film by Jesus de Leon

Paul Tetlow, World Cruising Club Managing Director talks to Doctor Spike Briggs of Medical Support Offshore (MSOS) about medical training to undertake before an ocean crossing, and the external medical support available whilst at sea.

Paul Tetlow - World Cruising Club Geschäftsführer mit Doctor Spike Briggs von Medical Support Offshore aus Southampton sprechen wir über medizinische Ausstattung, medizinische Vorbereitungen, telemedizinische Unterstützung sowie medizinisches Training.

Paul Tetlow - World Cruising Club Geschäftsführer mit Doctor Spike Briggs von Medical Support Offshore aus Southampton sprechen wir über medizinische Ausstattung, medizinische Vorbereitungen, telemedizinische Unterstützung sowie medizinisches Training.

World Cruising Club Managing Director - Paul Tetlow talks to Dr Spigg Briggs from Medical Support Offshore about the types of illnesses and injuries crew can experience when crossing oceans.

Paul Tetlow World Cruising Club Managing Director talks to Dr Spike Briggs from Medical Support Offshore about the medical equipment you should take on ocean crossings.

#AtlanticCrossing #Antigua #SailingAdventure For those who don't have time, or do not wish to sail home, Peters & May offer transatlantic shipping options back to the UK and Europe. Peters & May present breathtaking drone footage of ARC and other sailing yachts being loaded onto the Stinnes Mistral in Antigua this May. Watch these magnificent vessels, along with other yachts, prepare for their Atlantic crossing to Europe. Experience the meticulous preparations and exclusive behind-the-scenes action as they embark on their epic journey across the Atlantic. Special thanks to Acqua Films for capturing these stunning visuals. Visit their website: Acqua Films. Don’t miss this stunning visual journey #ARCYachts #AtlanticCrossing #Antigua #DroneFootage #SailingYachts #PetersAndMay #StinnesMistral #YachtLoading #SailingAdventure #AcquaFilms #YachtTransport #SailingJourney #OceanCrossing #YachtPreparation #MaritimeLogistics #YachtShipping #SailingFootage #NauticalAdventure #YachtExpedition #MarineTransport

Every boat must comply with the safety equipment regulations for the ARC and other World Cruising Club rallies. This video demonstrates the requirements for below decks and personal safety.

A walk through of the on deck safety equipment required on all boats taking part in World Cruising Club rallies.