Sailing
Sailing Passion Meets Ocean Purpose in Portugal W O RD S: BE T H WIL S O N A ND TIN A AT KINS O N
hose who know us well might expect this to be a tale of long lunches on the water near sailboats, but it’s really much more than that. While our “essential travel” was focused on retirement plans, our larger mission was finding a sailing community and lifestyle similar to what we have enjoyed in Hong Kong for so many years. Our journey logically took us to Cascais; home of the prestigious Clube Naval de Cascais. Founded in 1938 and just 20 minutes from Lisbon, the Clube boasts a strong sailing programme with everything from multiple one-design classes (including SB20, Dragon, Snipe, Moth, Optimist, Laser, 420, Hobie Cat and Sprinto classes) to big boat sailing. Located directly on the water in the centre of Cascais, the Clube is a fantastic venue for youth sailing, and its commitment to it is evidenced by its robust fleet. They also have a programme for disabled sailors and are highly focused on sustainability and ocean
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