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Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
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When:
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17 - 22 Apr 2008 (annual)
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Where:
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Antigua Yacht Club
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Free to watch
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Various
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The sight of classic wooden sailing ships that dominated the seas in earlier centuries attracts visitors to Antigua for the annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
The regatta looks back fondly to the era when ships were objects of beauty and craftsmanship was highly regarded. The rules of entry demand that all ships should have a long keel, be of moderate to heavy displacement, be made out of wood or steel, and be of traditional rig and appearance.
With constant trade winds, the Easterly Caribbean island is perfectly positioned for this popular sports event. There is a Tall Ships class and a Spirit Of Tradition class, for yachts built recently using modern methods and design, but retaining the original grace and style of the old classics.
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