Cruising is arguably the most commonly enjoyed sailing discipline and through it's responsibility to all areas of the sport, ISAF works with a number of organizations to defend boater rights.
Cruising can be a coastal day sail or a longer distance international journeys crossing oceans and national borders.
ISAF works with organizations such as the International Maritime Organization and the International Organization for Standardization to represent the interests of sailors worldwide.
The Piracy updates and links in the Safety section are essential reading for sailors considering cruising in certain waters.