Excess 13: 350 miles in the Bay of Biscay— true seaworthiness
2026-01-14T17:08:33-10:00Testing the Excess 13 in rough conditions : 350 miles accross the Bay of Biscaye in winter. She proved to be a real seaworthy performance catamaran
A Year in Paradise: Sailing French Polynesia with Four Kids
2025-12-31T15:19:41-10:00A Year in Paradise: Sailing French Polynesia with Four Kids Imagine leaving everyday life behind and setting sail into one of the most beautiful corners of the planet—with your entire family. That’s exactly what Anne-Victoire and her husband did when they set off from Bordeaux in their 11-metre catamaran with their four children, aged [...]
Excess Rendezvous Tahiti — A Day of Sailing, Tradition & Community
2025-11-19T08:52:22-10:00Excess Rendezvous Tahiti — A Day of Sailing, Tradition & Community November 15th — Sail Tahiti What a day on the water! Our Excess Rendezvous brought together owners, sailors, partners, and friends for an unforgettable celebration of sailing culture in Polynesia. With four Excess catamarans — two Excess 11s and two Excess 14s [...]
Discover 10 perfect motorboat cruise destinations in French Polynesia
2026-01-15T11:17:31-10:00Are you planning to sail around French Polynesia in a motorboat but not sure where to go? Fortunately, with its incredible diversity, Polynesia is sure to have something to suit you. Set sail with Sail Tahiti and Élie, the owner of a Swift Trawler 42. In this article, we present ten islands and atolls to discover on a motorboat cruise around Polynesia.
Market update 2025 – Signs of a rebound
2025-10-01T16:35:50-10:00The first half of 2025 saw a sharp decline in the number of boats sold across all segments: sales of new motorboats, new catamarans, and used boats all fell. However, since August, the market has begun to recover strongly thanks to several factors...
Pacific Puddle Jump 2026 – A New Chapter in a Legendary Rally
2025-10-01T16:35:01-10:00The legendary Pacific Puddle Jump rally is the adventure of a lifetime. You will receive advice from professionals, track your navigation, meet local people and discover Polynesian culture and secret spots for water sports.
AVANT PREMIÈRE BENETEAU GRAN TURISMO x ALPINE
2025-07-14T05:03:17-10:00On August 29 and 30, the Antibes Yacht Club will welcome Beneteau's new Sport-Luxe range. For two days, in a refined and intimate setting in the south of France, you'll be able to try out the Gran Turismo 35 and Gran Turismo 40 Alpine limited series at sea. This is an exceptional nautical event where you'll enjoy a privileged welcome and the chance to immerse yourself in the world of Gran Turismo and Alpine.
Année sabbatique en voilier : les Caraïbes ou la Polynésie?
2025-05-30T11:06:22-10:00You've decided to go on a sailing trip for a few months, a year, or even longer. How will you choose between the West Indies and Polynesia? What criteria should you use? This guide aims to help you choose a destination based on the preferences of your crew, your level of experience, your goals, and your constraints. We'll also show you some unusual ways to enjoy the best of both regions.
Buying a boat in French Polynesia : a Four Winns HD3 delivered in Bora Bora
2024-08-30T11:27:13-10:00H2O BORA BORA offers eco-tourism trips in the Bora Bora lagoon. To meet the expectations of its upscale clientele, the company has acquired 2 Four Winns boats. The American brand offers outstanding performance, layout and finish, and an immediately unique design that American tourists recognize at first glance.