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Cruising 

Whether under power or sail, you simply can't beat the feeling of ultimate freedom you get from nosing your boat out of the marina and heading for new shores.

All with the promise of a snug anchorage and a yarn with your shipmates at the end of it.

'Travelling is not just about the destination, it's also about how you get there...'

The featured articles come from the RYA Cruising News which is emailed monthly to eligible subscribers. For more information related to cruising try some of the following links from Information and Advice...

Prepare yourself for a great 2013 season!
Book your place on this winters RYA Active Marina practical workshops.
Boat Safety Scheme
Owners of boats on the inland waterways should be aware that changes have been made to the Scheme's examination checking procedures for private boats.
Face lift for Border Force cutters
New hull signage will make Border Force cutters more conspicuous.
Public Consultation on Marine Conservation Zones open
The RYA is encouraged by the Government's measured approach.
Cruise 13 event at RYA Scotland’s Big Weekend
Open to all cruisers Cruise 13 will be a day of informative talks and workshops.
The Quiet Life
Sam Llewellyn drifts engineless around the Aegean.
The Gathering Cruise Around Ireland
Cruise in company from Dublin to Dingle this July.
Public consultation on Marine Conservation Zones in England
Caroline Price explains the RYA's concerns on the public consultation due to take place in December.
You can't improve the weather...
...but the Met Office would like you to help them improve their service by completing an online survey.

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RYA officially launch the new RYA Boat Maintenance Handbook
RYA officially launch the new RYA Boat Maintenance Handbook
Purchase a copy and you could be the lucky winner of £500 towards ASAP products in our free prize draw
A whole host of activities and events lined up for the RYA Dinghy Show 2013
A whole host of activities and events lined up for the RYA Dinghy Show 2013
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Free subscription to Yachts & Yachting Magazine with advance ticket purchases to the RYA Dinghy Show 2013
Free subscription to Yachts & Yachting Magazine with advance ticket purchases to the RYA Dinghy Show 2013
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Information and Advice

For more information related to cruising try some of the following links from Information and Advice...