Sail Training International is proud and privileged to announce the launch of the Marlow Navigation Netherlands Bursary Fund… As we continue to offer life-changing experiences at sea for young people, we are always grateful for the kind and generous support of different organisations around the world who recognise the transformative impact of sail training. We are delighted to be able to partner with Marlow Navigation Netherlands, one of the world’s leading commercial ship management providers, to offer the Marlow Navigation Netherlands Bursary Fund. The £5000 fund offers young people aged bet ..read more

Sail Training International is proud and privileged to announce that the Oman Bursary Scheme 2024 is open for applications… The scheme is aimed at disadvantaged people aged between 15-25 years old – regardless of sailing experience, physical ability or nationality. It offers the chance for those who may not normally be able to embark on a sail training voyage, or take part in a Tall Ships event, to do so. About the Bursary In 2012, we had the pleasure of launching a bursary scheme in partnership with the Sultanate of Oman, following a successful trial of the scheme in 2011. It aims to foster i ..read more

The historic city of Cadiz burst into life on the second day of celebrations as the crews of the Tall Ships fleet delivered a stunning Crew Parade ahead of the final Prize Giving Ceremony of The Tall Ships Races Magellan-Elcano. With the sun once again shining across the city, the crews mustered in the early evening following a day of inter-crew sports, cultural activities and entertainment. The parade took them through the heart of Cadiz, starting in the main square and meandering through the small side streets before returning to the main stage for the end of series awards. And the winners w ..read more

After over 1,000 miles of sailing and visiting for cities in three countries, the final Host Port celebrations of The Tall Ships Races Magellan-Elcano began today in Cadiz. With sunshine covering the southern Spanish city, the fleet began making their arrivals yesterday with Challenge Wales (UK), Fryderyk Chopin (Poland) and Vera Cruz (Portugal) some of the first to arrive. As evening descended, the Mexican Class A ship Cuauhtemoc make a spectacular arrival with thousands of visitors lining the quayside to welcome them. To officially open the event and start the celebrations ..read more

The second day of celebrations in Lisbon saw crowds descend upon the Terreiro do Paço see the customary Crew Parade and Prize Giving Ceremony.  In a departure from traditional Crew Parades, Lisbon saw crews complete two laps of the Terreiro do Paço (Praça do Comércio) in stead of following a route through the city. The largest square in Western Europe provided an amazing backdrop for the colourful and vibrant parade, which saw each crew take centre stage to provide funny displays for the assembled crowds. Following the Parade, all eyes turned to the main stage in the squar ..read more

Following a stunning Cruise-in-Company leg along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, the Tall Ships fleet made their triumphant return to Lisbon for the first time since 2016… There was a beautiful and sunny start to the morning in Lisbon, which saw the ships arrive early in spectacular fashion with Dar Mlodiziezy (Poland) being closely followed by Fryderyk Chopin (Poland), Capitan Miranda (Uruguay), Cuauhtemoc (Mexico) and Vera Cruz (Portugal). As the event opened in the afternoon, the first of thousands of expected visitors made their way to see the ships close. Capping of the fir ..read more

The second day of their stop in A Coruna saw the crews and trainees of The Tall Ships Races Magellan-Elcano celebrate with a vibrant Crew Parade through the city and celebrations at the Prize Giving Ceremony follow Race One. Before the Parade, trainees took part in a number competitive sports activities and cultural activities, visiting local museums and galleries. Following this, prepared for the traditional Crew Parade which kicked off shortly after 1700 against a sun-drenched backdrop. The crews marched north-east from the muster point at the Jardín de La Rosaleda to the Main Stage in ..read more

A slightly overcast start to the morning did little to dampen the first day of celebrations in A Coruna. With ships finishing their arrivals throughout the morning, excitement grew amongst visitors eager to see the fleet up close… To officially kick off the celebrations, an Opening Ceremony was held which saw speeches from the Mayor of A Coruna, Ines Rey Garcia, and Race Chair, Vanessa Mori, who highlighted the long-standing support A Coruna has shown the event and sail training. “I feel very honoured to stand here on behalf of Raul Mimbacas, who as the Race Chair for the Tall Ships Races Mag ..read more

The day began as predicted with thick fog hanging over the port of Falmouth, bringing an ethereal atmosphere as ensigns were raised and disappeared from sight. The dockside was eerily quiet and still as many of the crews took advantage of an unscheduled rest-day while others took advantage of the additional time available for valuable training.  When the fog lifted Juan de Langara (Spain) and Maybe (UK) headed out for a short training session before returning to their berths.  The ships will now remain safely in their berths as ‘Storm Betty’ blows through this evening before early de ..read more

Today was a day of farewells and welcomes as some ships said goodbye to departing trainees who had delivered the ships to Falmouth, and hello to the new trainees who stepped on board their vessels for the first time in readiness to sail to A Coruna. The Mayor of Falmouth, Kirsty Edwards, who has been a very keen and present supporter of the event, took time out to visit all of the small ships in the fleet – Stella Polare (Italy), Maybe (UK), Jolie Brise (UK), Challenge Wales (UK) and Juan de Langara (Spain).  They maybe smaller in stature than the magnificent Class A ships, but equally im ..read more