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“Ideal if you need some inspiration for your sailing destination bucket list. It features stunning photos and history and includes travel tips. Champion racers and celebrated adventurers share their favorite must-see sailing spots.” —YachtWorld
Author Chris Santella has assembled a crew of the world’s greatest championship racers and professional adventurers and persuades them to disclose their favorite destinations around the globe. Featuring some of the best-known men and women in the sport—Tom Whidden and Gary Jobson (members of the winning 1987 America’s Cup crew), Jeff Johnstone (of J-Boats), award-winning sailing writer Lin Pardey, and many others—this is a unique full-color celebration for sailors to relive their greatest memories or plan their next big adventure.
The amazingly diverse places they’ve selected include:
- Australia: Fremantle and Sydney
- Bermuda: St. George’s Harbor
- Brazil: Bay of Ilha Grande
- California: Channel Islands and San Francisco Bay
- Chile: Cape Horn
- Hawaii: Lahaina to Honolulu
- Italy: Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
- Maine: Boothbay Harbor, Penobscot Bay, Southwest Harbor
- Florida: Biscayne Bay and Key West
- Scotland: Firth of Clyde
- South Africa: Cape Town
- And dozens more!
For each of the 50 places, the sailor recommending the venue spins an entertaining yarn about their experience there, and each description is accompanied by a “make you want to go there now” photograph. Santella writes in his introduction, “From the relative indolence of cruising the Dodecanese or the British Virgin Islands, to the white-knuckle adventure of rounding Cape Horn, to the thrill of partaking in the regatta off Newport, Fifty Places to Sail Before you Die attempts to capture the rich and varied world of recreational sailing. It’s my hope that it will inspire you to set sail on some new adventures of your own.”
This is the perfect book for a sailor to get as a gift or to buy for themselves!
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Are you yearning for adventure on the open seas? Look no further than the captivating pages of "Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die." This awe-inspiring book, compiled by renowned author Chris Santella, is guaranteed to ignite your wanderlust and inspire your sailing bucket list. Packed with breathtaking photos, historical anecdotes, and insider travel tips, it's the essential companion for every sailing enthusiast.
What sets "Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die" apart from other travel books is the exclusive insight shared by sailing legends. Santella has gathered a crew of championship racers and professional adventurers who generously reveal their top destinations worldwide. Imagine exploring Fremantle and Sydney in Australia, strolling through St. George's Harbor in Bermuda, or experiencing the exhilaration of rounding Cape Horn in Chile.
This captivating book also features beloved sailing spots closer to home, like California's Channel Islands and San Francisco Bay, Maine's enchanting Boothbay Harbor and Penobscot Bay, and Florida's picturesque Biscayne Bay and Key West. With over 50 remarkable locations, this book ensures there's an unforgettable sailing adventure for everyone.
"Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die" doesn't just showcase destinations; it transports you to each location through vivid storytelling. Each chapter is a voyage in itself, where the sailor recommending the venue weaves a captivating narrative of their personal experiences. Accompanied by stunning, envy-inducing photographs, these tales will have you yearning to set sail and create your own memorable moments.
Whether you're an experienced sailor or just starting out, this book is an absolute must-have for your collection. Treat yourself or surprise a fellow sailor with this perfect gift. Let "Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die" whisk you away on a journey of a lifetime. Explore the world's greatest sailing destinations and embark on your next big adventure today!
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