SAIL ON BOARD TRIP 5 EXPLORE CANADA part 2 Quebec – St. John New Brunswick
Transatlantic Tall Ships Regatta In the wake of the Great Explorers Sailing Tall Ships Races Every year the majority of the worldwide Tall Ships Fleet gathers in Europe for a few weeks. With the aim of improving international friendship and understanding, these majestic vessels race each other with international teams of trainees from port to port, celebrating each arrival at amazing festivals. In 2017 a very special edition will take place: The Rendez-Vous 2017 Transatlantic Tall Ships Regatta. In the wake of the great explorers and in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation, the Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta is a 7000 nautical mile, transatlantic race between forty vessels visiting six countries. The adventure of a lifetime! Participating in a Tall Ships Regatta combines an adventurous journey with meeting people from all over the world, getting to know different cultures, enjoying festivities and exploring different cities.
Join us on the Wylde Swan Are you looking for an adventurous or active holiday, taking a gap year or a sabbatical? Do you want to travel the world, do you dream of crossing an ocean, or do you just want to enjoy some good sailing and meet new people? Come join us in one or multiple legs of an amazing adventure on board of the largest two-masted topsail schooner in the world: the Wylde Swan. 2
ABOUT THE WYLDE SWAN What to expect on the Wylde Swan In 2011 during the Tall Ships Races the Wylde Swan crew won the Trophy for International Friendship and Understanding. The atmosphere on board that made us win that trophy still defines sailing on the Wylde Swan as it is today. Our amazingly dedicated, ambitious and friendly crew; the positive, easy and hospitable atmosphere they create on board; the professional environment on the Wylde Swan and the great team spirit on board will offer you a fun and valuable experience. From the first day you set foot on board you will feel at home on Wylde Swan. During this adventure you will make friends for life and be a part of the team right away, ready to race this amazing and fast two-mast topsail schooner together with your fellow team members. Become a trainee and be a part of this adventure on board the Wylde Swan, rise to the challenges faced by the crew every day and meet people from around the world. Come and join us on this great journey!
Sailing Wylde Swan The Wylde Swan is a sail training ship. Under the expert supervision of an international crew, trainees learn all there is to know about sailing a ship. Wylde Swan is the largest two-masted topsail schooner in the world. With her impressive sail area and sharp, fast hull, she promises a spectacular sailing experience. We aim for the highest quality in sailing performance, education, hospitality and presence. Our hospitality and catering have enjoyed an excellent reputation since 1993. During competitions, the Wylde Swan always goes for the prizes. The summer rigging was designed for sailing performance of the highest caliber. The enormous sails demand the utmost from the rigging and the masts. With the stunsails set, the ship is 118 feet wide and 141 feet high! Sail area: 3700 ft2. The Wylde Swan is a certified training ship and therefore complies with international requirements for passenger transport at sea.
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Quebec (CAN) – St. John New Brunswick (CAN) NAUTICAL MILES : 950 23/7/2017 – 20/8/2017 Explore Canada: Outport Program Step aboard during the main event of the Rendez-Vous 2017 Tall Ships Regatta in Quebec. Enjoy maritime heritage and culture in Quebec City before you embark. During the trip from Quebec to Halifax you sail from Quebec City to the Gulf of St. Lawrence and onto the North Atlantic Ocean. On our way there we have enough time to make a few port visits in the Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence. Once in Halifax you get to explore the city and join in the Rendez-Vous festivities. Wylde Swan participates in an additional program before returning to Europe. We will send the fleet off for their final race to Le Havre and sail in the opposite direction for a few more weeks. During this Out port Program, we explore the North American Waters. When sailing the entire team on board is divided into four watches. Together with your watch mates you determine the course of the ship and navigate her to the next destination. During your watch you learn things like hoisting sails, climbing up to the yard safely and how to navigate. You experience the value and fun of teamwork, responsibility and respect, all necessary for sailing a Tall Ship. Not available for the entire period? Please sail along for part of the voyage: TRIP Quebec - Halifax Halifax - Louisbourg Louisburg - Lunenbourg Lunenburg – Digby Digby – St. John New Brunswick
DATES 23/7/2017 - 31/7/2017 1/8/2017 – 5/8/2017 6/8/2017 – 11/8/2017 12/8/2017 – 15/8/2017 16/8/2017 – 20/8/2017
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# OF DAYS 8 4 5 3 4
PRICE €1440 €720 €900 €540 €720
YOUR ADVENTURE THE ADVENTURE • • • • • • •
Be part of the Wylde Swan team. Learn to sail the Wylde Swan. Meet people from all over the world. Enjoy the great Rendez-Vous 2017 Festival, where a fleet of forty tall ships will gather. Sail together with the fleet to Halifax and enjoy the port festival. Send the fleet off for their last race to Le Havre. Explore Nova Scotia meeting other tall ships in each port.
THE WYLDE SWAN EXPERIENCE • • • • •
ADVENTURE I Fun of racing, navigating, hoisting, climbing and steering in all weathers. CONNECTION I The necessity, value and fun of teamwork and respect. LEADERSHIP I The journey of responsibility and personal growth. SECOND HOME I The positive, easy and hospitable atmosphere on board. PROFESSIONAL I Experienced seamen (M/F) that love to take you on an adventure.
INVESTMENT Price: €5040,- Incl. tourist tax, excl. Flight Number of days: 28
PRACTICAL Included: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, coffee, tea and water. Excluded transportation costs from and to the ship and drinks other than coffee, tea and water. Do not hesitate to contact us, if you want more information: info@wyldeswan.eu / +31 515231712 Please contact us for assistance in finding your best flight. 5