All season: Zeeland Cruises and Sailing Training on BlueOne
7-17 July 2018: Greek Islands (Saronic Gulf)
28 July - 4 August 2018: West Wales Cruise
10-17 November 2018: Canary Islands
Zeeland Cruises
Explore Zeeland aboard our sailing yacht BlueOne
Summary
A weekend cruise typically starts already on Friday evening, when we gather at Colijnsplaat (Netherlands). The marina is a mere 1h20m drive from Brussels. On meeting, the skipper will brief the crew about the sailing itinerary, which will depend on weather conditions (notably the wind and sea state), as well as the crew's experience. Do not forget to bring your sleeping bag along - for your comfort, our yacht BlueOne is equipped with pillows! Zeeland is a unique and charming sailing area: you will visit picturesque towns like Zierikzee, Middelburg, Veere, Yerseke, Bruinisse, or Willemstad. The two days of cruising end on Sunday afternoon at around 5pm when BlueOne calls back at her home port.
A weekend cruise typically starts already on Friday evening, when we gather at Colijnsplaat (Netherlands). The marina is a mere 1h20m drive from Brussels. On meeting, the skipper will brief the crew about the sailing itinerary, which will depend on weather conditions (notably the wind and sea state), as well as the crew's experience. Do not forget to bring your sleeping bag along - for your comfort, our yacht BlueOne is equipped with pillows! Zeeland is a unique and charming sailing area: you will visit picturesque towns like Zierikzee, Middelburg, Veere, Yerseke, Bruinisse, or Willemstad. The two days of cruising end on Sunday afternoon at around 5pm when BlueOne calls back at her home port.
What do you do during a cruise?
It's not all about getting to your destination: the beauty of sailing lies in the journey itself. A weekend cruise is enjoyable from the moment you step on the boat until go back home. Weekend cruises in Zeeland are ideal for CNCE members to build up miles, learn navigation techniques and broaden their sailing experience. Regardless of your skills level, you will always learn something new. Of course, team spirit is one essential ingredient. Other ingredients include good food and drink!
How much will it cost?
The Participation Fee (PAF) for a weekend cruise aboard BlueOne is EUR 120 per sailor per weekend.
This does not include the kitty to cover food & beverage consumed on board, as well as the "motoring" (10 euro per motor hour running) and possible marina fee.. As most of us live in Brussels, we often carpool to Zeeland and back. The PAF for a cruise lasting four days and more is EUR 50 per person and day.
This does not include the kitty to cover food & beverage consumed on board, as well as the "motoring" (10 euro per motor hour running) and possible marina fee.. As most of us live in Brussels, we often carpool to Zeeland and back. The PAF for a cruise lasting four days and more is EUR 50 per person and day.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
Please bring warm clothes (fleeces are best) and waterproofs to wear during the cruise. In spring and summer, it may be warm enough for short sleeves, so be prepared for that, too. In the winter, the conditions can be harsh (windy and cold) so make sure you are well equipped (full sailing gear: waterproofs, sailing boots, sailing gloves and layers to keep you warm). BlueOne's usual wind and temperature limits apply, so be prepared for a last minute cancellation. Accommodation is on the yacht; please bring your own bedding, a sleeping bag is ideal (pillows are provided). You also need to bring your own toiletries and towels (marina facilities in the Netherlands are usually very clean and you can enjoy a hot shower!)
WHAT DO I DO NEXT? (PAYMENT)
If you've read to this point, then you're seriously considering this trip. If you know someone who could be interested, why not give them a little push?
Write to us as soon as possible using the form below as these events tend to fill up quickly.
CNCE works on a "first paid - first served" basis, so be sure to transfer your Participation Fee to the Club account without delay to secure your participation.
CNCE asbl: 310-0586049-61 (IBAN: BE62 3100 5860 4961 BIC: BBRUBEBB)
Please remember to indicate your name, the event and date in the bank transfer reference!
CNCE works on a "first paid - first served" basis, so be sure to transfer your Participation Fee to the Club account without delay to secure your participation.
CNCE asbl: 310-0586049-61 (IBAN: BE62 3100 5860 4961 BIC: BBRUBEBB)
Please remember to indicate your name, the event and date in the bank transfer reference!
WHAT HAPPENS ONCE I'VE SIGNED UP?
CNCE will contact you to confirm your booking. Before the trip, the skipper will get in touch with you with more details. We will put you in touch with the other participants to arrange carpooling, organise food shopping etc. The skipper may already indicate a possible itinerary, even if this may change because weather forecasts are only reliable two or three days earlier.
DATES - New Dates Available!
4-5 August 2018 (Skipper: Adrian)
11-12 August 2018 (Skipper: Nicolas)
18-19 August 2018 (Skipper: Nicolas)
1-2 September 2018 (Skipper: Marc)
8-9 September 2018 (Skipper: Alfonso)
15-16 September 2018 (Skipper: Josef)
29-30 September 2018 (Skipper: Josef)
6-7 October 2018 (Skipper: Nicolas)
NEW Autumn/winter dates:
20-21 October 2018 (cancelled due to weather conditions)
27-28 October 2018 (cancelled due to weather conditions)
10-11 November 2018 (Skipper: Stamatis)
17-18 November 2018 (cancelled)
24-25 November 2018 (Skipper: Stamatis)
8-9 December 2018 (Skipper: tbd)
Please note that autumn/winter sailing activities may be cancelled
at short notice due to weather conditions!
at short notice due to weather conditions!
For more sailing opportunities: our Sailing Training page!
Booking FORM
Completing this form does not automatically constitute a booking!
Greece
Family sailing in the Greek Islands (Saronic Gulf), 7-17 July 2018
Summary
Interested in sailing and visiting the charming islands of the Saronic Golf?
Take your family on a leisurely sailing holiday in Greece!
Interested in sailing and visiting the charming islands of the Saronic Golf?
Take your family on a leisurely sailing holiday in Greece!
What do you do during a cruise?
It's not all about getting to your destination: the beauty of sailing lies in the journey itself. Our cruises are ideal for CNCE members to build up miles, learn navigation techniques and broaden their sailing experience. Regardless of your skills level, you will always learn something new. Of course, team spirit is one essential ingredient. Other ingredients include good food and drink!
How much will it cost?
One boat is already fully booked. A second boat can be arranged if enough participants are found.
Please enquire for further details on the participation fee (PAF) and travel arrangements.
Please enquire for further details on the participation fee (PAF) and travel arrangements.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
The CNCE team will send you further details on what to bring for this cruise.
WHAT DO I DO NEXT? (PAYMENT)
If you've read to this point, then you're seriously considering this trip. If you know someone who could be interested, why not give them a little push?
Write to us as soon as possible using the form below as these events tend to fill up quickly.
CNCE works on a "first paid - first served" basis, so be sure to transfer your Participation Fee to the Club account without delay to secure your participation.
CNCE asbl: 310-0586049-61 (IBAN: BE62 3100 5860 4961 BIC: BBRUBEBB)
Please remember to indicate your name, the event and date in the bank transfer reference!
CNCE works on a "first paid - first served" basis, so be sure to transfer your Participation Fee to the Club account without delay to secure your participation.
CNCE asbl: 310-0586049-61 (IBAN: BE62 3100 5860 4961 BIC: BBRUBEBB)
Please remember to indicate your name, the event and date in the bank transfer reference!
WHAT HAPPENS ONCE I'VE SIGNED UP?
CNCE will contact you to confirm your booking. Before the trip, the skipper will get in touch with you with more details and a possible itinerary.
Dates
7-17 July 2018
(Skipper: Stamatis)
(Skipper: Stamatis)
West Wales Cruise
West Wales Cruise, 28 July - 4 August 2018
Summary
From end July, a "Celtic" trip is being planned, from Cardiff along the South and West coasts of Wales, to the Isle of Man and the coast of Ireland before returning to the English Channel and to Belgium in September.
Read more about Ken's "Celtic" trip...
From end July, a "Celtic" trip is being planned, from Cardiff along the South and West coasts of Wales, to the Isle of Man and the coast of Ireland before returning to the English Channel and to Belgium in September.
Read more about Ken's "Celtic" trip...
Canary Islands
Leg III - CNCE returns to the Canary Islands! 10-17 November 2018
Summary
Sailing the Canary Islands is an unforgettable sailing experience. As in previous years, CNCE members will explore the Atlantic Ocean visiting harbours that have traditionally served as a starting point for passages to the Americas. You will enjoy sunny skies, ideal sailing conditions, Spanish hospitality and the freshest of seafood you can dream of!
Sailing the Canary Islands is an unforgettable sailing experience. As in previous years, CNCE members will explore the Atlantic Ocean visiting harbours that have traditionally served as a starting point for passages to the Americas. You will enjoy sunny skies, ideal sailing conditions, Spanish hospitality and the freshest of seafood you can dream of!
The two yachts - an OCEANIS 43 and a SUN ODYSSEY 409 - that CNCE has chartered out of the “Las Galletas” marina in southern Tenerife are now full, with skippers Pedro and Daniel ready to welcome the lucky participants on board.
About the cruise
Canary Islands - Leg III will take place from Saturday 10 November to Saturday 17 November 2018. This time we will sail to the west of the Canary Islands from south Tenerife (marina “las Galletas”) to La Gomera and/or El Hierro.
2 boats are fully booked!
How much will it cost?
Participation fee (PAF) is 400 EUR per person.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
The CNCE team will send you further details on what to bring for this cruise.
WHAT DO I DO NEXT? (PAYMENT)
Fully booked!
WHAT HAPPENS ONCE I'VE SIGNED UP?
CNCE will contact you for further details.
Dates
10-17 November 2018