Perfect Conditions Lure World-class Sailors And Tourists To Aruba

Each year at the beginning of the tourism season,Catamaran Regatta became an annual event, Aruba
world champion catamarans and their sailors descendwas known as a premier sailing destination. Nearly all
on the island of Aruba. Lured by the incredible weatheryear round, the winds offshore create perfect sailing
and perfect sailing conditions, participants in theconditions. These gentle Caribbean breezes are
prestigious Heineken Aruba Catamaran Regatta willalways consistent enough to fill the sails of world
race this year from November 10-16. Though a limitedchampion regattas, yet pleasant enough for amateurs
number of boats will be featured in the daily races, thisto enjoy the water. Likewise, the waves are mild and
world-class sailing event also features plenty ofthe crystal-clear water allows sailors to enjoy the
activities for tourists. As the races and special eventsunderwater sites while racing. For tourists, the event
take place at Palm Beach - home to some of Aruba'sfalls at the beginning of Aruba's tourism season.
most popular resorts and tourist destinations - theThroughout the winter, uninterrupted sunshine is the
Heineken Aruba Catamaran Regatta will provide a littlenorm while temperatures remain in the high 70s and
extra fun for everyone during one of the most excitinglow 80s. For all the visitors not participating in the races,
weeks of the year. Now in its 17th year, the Arubathere will be plenty of activities throughout the week, all
Heineken Catamaran Regatta will feature 40focused on Aruba's most famous beach. As the boats
European sailing teams and five boats local to therace close to the shore at Palm Beach, you can
island. During the races, all sizes of catamarans will sailwatch the races while relaxing in the sand. The
side by side. Additionally, world champion sailing teamsHeineken Catamaran Regatta will also provide
will share the waters with less experienced sailors,spectator boats during the races. Visitors can hop
adding to the event's playful camaraderie. Over theaboard and sail next to the racing sailboats, right in the
course of a week, several different types of races willheart of the action. Throughout the week-long event,
be held off the coast of Aruba. The short track racesthere will also be a number of special dining and
(also known as gate courses) and triangular races areentertainment opportunities open to the public. With one
estimated to take about one hour each. The mostof the best sailing events in the world on the island
exciting event, for sailors and spectators alike, is theduring the exciting start to the tourism season, visitors
long distance race that hugs the island's coastline andcan enjoy some extra fun outside of their itineraries.
finishes up in the harbor surrounding Palm Beach. AfterAs perfect weather is almost a guarantee in Aruba,
the races each day, tourists can also sit in on thetourists will have a chance to see - and potentially
award ceremonies. Daily prizes are presented to theparticipate in - an exclusive sporting event from their
top three catamarans in each handicapped category.own stretch of powdery sand on Palm Beach. Most
As all sizes of boats start each race together, theimportantly, the conditions that make Aruba so popular
results are separated into fast and slow heats. Withfor sailing can also be enjoyed by you and your family
more awards to go around, the daily awardthroughout the year.
ceremonies and their accompanying happy hours haveThis article was written by Justin Burch. Justin writes
come to be known as the event's most entertainingselect pieces about vacationing in the Caribbean and
evening activities. Even before the HeinekenTravel in Aruba for the Marriott Resorts.