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KINGS CUP REGATTA 2021
The biggest and the most popular regatta in Asia
December 4 – 12, 20219 days
- Start and finish
- Phuket, Thailand
- Level
- Experienced
- Languages
- Russian
About the event
The Kings Cup Regatta in Phuket is the largest and most popular regatta in Asia. The first regatta took place in 1987 and was dedicated to the 60th anniversary of His Majesty King Phumipon Adulyadej. Since then, the event has been held every year during the first week of December.
More than 140 yachts of various classes, such as sports yachts, catamarans, cruise yachts, as well as Optimist and Laser class sports yachts, participate in sailing races. Yachtsmen with different levels of training are invited to participate in the regatta. If you do not have the experience, we will help you find a team where experienced yachtsmen will help you get comfortable and become a useful member of the crew.
The regatta will finish on the island of Phuket, in the area of Kata Beach. The race winners in each class receive a royal cup.
Competitions are held off the southern coast of Phuket, which is world-famous for its sandy beaches. The average air temperature in December is around + 27 ° C. At that time, there is also a dry season, so the weather is very pleasant for racing and for relaxation.
Itinerary
- Saturday
10:00 - 15:00 Free time 15:00 - transfer to the marina (alone or with the skipper) 15:30 - meeting of teams at their yachts 16:00 - 18:00 Accepting of yachts 18:00 - submission of documents for participation in the regatta Today you can meet your crew and get comfortable in the marina.
- Sunday
9:00 - 10:00 breakfast 10:00 - 12:00 registration of teams and yachts 12:00 - 15:00 training sailing in the bay 16:00 - skippers briefing 18:00 - the official opening ceremony of the Regatta at the Kata Beach Resort and Spa Until the official race has begun, you will have the opportunity to try the water in the bay.
- Monday
07:00 - Breakfast 09:00 - The start of the triangular race of keel yachts and catamarans in the bay. The course is determined by the judging team in the morning before the start. The choice of the course depends on the direction of the wind. 11:00 - The start of the race for Laser and Optimist class yachts 18:30 - award ceremony, gala dinner / party.
- Tuesday
07:00 - Breakfast 09:00 - The start of the triangular race of keel yachts and catamarans in the bay. The course is determined by the judging team in the morning before the start. The choice of the course depends on the direction of the wind. 11:00 - The start of the race for Laser and Optimist class yachts 18:30 - rewarding of winners 19:00 - free time Today you have the opportunity to spend time on one of the best beaches in Phuket - Kata Beach. This beach is one and a half kilometers long with white sand and a lot of activities - from bars and restaurants to water skiing and windsurfing.
- Wednesday
07:00 - Breakfast 09:00 - The start of the triangular race of keel yachts and catamarans in the bay. The course is determined by the judging team in the morning before the start. The choice of the course depends on the direction of the wind. 11:00 - The start of the race for Laser and Optimist class yachts 18:30 - rewarding of winners 20:00 - free time You can just spend time in a restaurant near the beach, or you can go to Dino Park to play mini-golf, or at the Karon View point. It offers a magnificent view of the three beaches - Karon, Kata and Kata Noi.
- Thursday
07:00 - Breakfast 09:00 - The start of the triangular race of keel yachts and catamarans in the bay. The course is determined by the judging team in the morning before the start. The choice of the course depends on the direction of the wind. 11:00 - The start of the race for Laser and Optimist class yachts 12:00 - The start of the windsurfers competition 18:30 - award ceremony, gala dinner / party.
- Friday
09:00 - The start of the triangular race of keel yachts and catamarans in the bay. The course is determined by the judging team in the morning before the start. The choice of the course depends on the direction of the wind. 11:00 - The start of windsurfing competition 17:30 - Royal Award Ceremony 19:00 - Gala dinner, regatta closing ceremony. Racing days are behind. We are sure that you had a great competition and it's time to find out who will become the owner of the Royal Cup.
08:00 - 09:00 Breakfast 09:00 - 10:00 Leaving the boats The regatta is over, but do not leave Phuket just yet - there are lots of things to see here, especially in December, when the weather is most favorable for vacations.
Location
The regatta will take place in Phuket, not far from Kata Beach, one of the best beaches in Thailand. *The schedule is approximate
Frequently asked questions
Yes, of course. There will be an experienced skipper and team members on the yacht. They will give you a role and teach you everything you need to know to be a useful team member and feel comfortable.
Yes, all team members will definitely try themselves in different roles to better understand each other. Standing at the helm is an integral part of training for beginners as well as setting sails, and helping the team during moorings.
As a rule, participants in the regatta live on the yacht. The boat has everything you need for a comfortable stay: nice beds, a kitchen, a shower with toilet. If you do not want to live on a yacht, then you can arrange to stay at the hotel onshore.
The crew decides altogether what kind of food they prefer to eat and makes necessary purchases. Simple dishes can be cooked, usually taking turns. Some regattas offer daily meals and intensive evening program for all crews.
We can make an invitation for a visa, but you need to apply for a visa by yourself.
Most people tolerate some seasickness easily. If you feel that you are starting to feel sick, it is best to get at the steering wheel or tune the sails. Get yourself busy, show your body that you don’t have time to get sick, you have to fight for victory in the race. There are also many quite effective medicines from sickness. If you start taking them in advance, then the probability of seasickness is almost zero.
Before each trip, we organize an online meeting where participants get to know each other and the captain. The captain will answer all your questions. The crew will have a group chat so you can get to know each other before the start of the regatta. Then you will meet in the marina.
The main rule is to dress comfortably and according to the weather.
Clothing:
- windbreaker and pants or shorts;
- shirt/jacket with UV protection (thermal underwear and fleece);
- adjustable hat/cap;
- gloves.
We recommend to purchase a long-sleeved jacket with UV protection in order to protect yourself from the sun and strong wind.
Yachting shoes should be:
- light, with non-slip white outsole;
- with the fixed heel;
- with a tightly closed nose.
During the sailing without shoes, you can fall or injure your fingers and feet on the deck. There are many protruding parts on the boat that are easy to catch. Unfortunately, even experienced sailors are not protected from unpleasant injuries when they ignore this simple rule.