Porto Becomes the Atlantic Home of The Ocean Race
Photo: © Michael Hodges
Photo: © Michael Hodges
Classifieds
Free advertisements for private owners and brokers. Browse what is lying nearby, or list a boat. It costs nothing.
Sell Your Boat No. 001 · SolentPrice on application
31 Guides
Reviews · 12 SeptFeatured Port

Edited by Michael Hodges
Old Sea Dogs is an independent boating and sailing magazine for everyone who enjoys being on, around or simply dreaming about the water.
From yacht racing, offshore adventures and the latest sailing news to motorboats, superyachts, boat reviews, marinas, destinations and practical seamanship, Old Sea Dogs brings together stories from across the boating world.
We follow the great international races and regattas, visit harbours and marinas, explore remarkable yachts and new marine technology, and celebrate the sailors, designers, boatbuilders, clubs and characters who make the maritime world what it is.
Whether you race, cruise, own a boat, are learning to sail or simply enjoy watching the tide come in, Old Sea Dogs is about one thing above all — a shared passion for boats and the sea.
Social
Boating news, reviews, and sea stories
Porto will become The Ocean Race’s Atlantic home from 2028, hosting its headquarters, a museum, major international events and three round-the-world starts between 2030 and 2038 on Portugal’s western coast.
News
Porto will become The Ocean Race’s Atlantic home from 2028, hosting its headquarters, a museum, major international events and three round-the-world starts between 2030 and 2038 on Portugal’s western coast.
Sections
NewsShowsRacesReviewsGearDestinationsMasterclassLifestyleClubsPortsThe reference library
Practical cruising knowledge, maritime history and the stories that give Britain's sailing waters their character.
Explore All GuidesEdited by Michael Hodges
Old Sea Dogs is an independent boating and sailing magazine for everyone who enjoys being on, around or simply dreaming about the water.
From yacht racing, offshore adventures and the latest sailing news to motorboats, superyachts, boat reviews, marinas, destinations and practical seamanship, Old Sea Dogs brings together stories from across the boating world.
We follow the great international races and regattas, visit harbours and marinas, explore remarkable yachts and new marine technology, and celebrate the sailors, designers, boatbuilders, clubs and characters who make the maritime world what it is.
Whether you race, cruise, own a boat, are learning to sail or simply enjoy watching the tide come in, Old Sea Dogs is about one thing above all — a shared passion for boats and the sea.
© Michael HodgesFeatured Port
Marina de Vilamoura – Portugal’s Crown Jewel on the Algarve Coast Sun-baked and impeccably stylish, Marina de Vilamoura is more than just Portugal’s largest marina—it’s the beating heart of the Algarve’s coastal lifestyle. Framed by terracotta-tiled promenades, palm-lined walkways, and a curved necklace of cafes, beach clubs, and boutiques, Vilamoura is where sailors, superyacht owners, and sunseekers drop anchor to
Open port pageLatest from the Watch
Editor's Choice
Chosen for useful detail, clean attribution and a reason to read beyond the headline.
Malizia 4 and DMG MORI Global One brought opposing IMOCA design philosophies to The Ocean Race Atlantic, setting revolution against evolution in a fascinating test of offshore speed and reliability.

When you’re at sea chasing a blend of performance, luxury and weekend‑to‑extended‑cruise capability, the Sea Ray Sundancer 455 stands out. Measuring roughly 45 feet (13.7 m) in length and boasting amenity‑rich accommodation, this express cruiser ticks all the boxes for an owner‑operator or small family seeking a yacht that works equally well for coastal hops, Mediterranean jaunts or Caribbean getaways.
Heesen Yachts, a pioneer in the yacht-building industry, positions Mike Rouse as Strategic Advisor, intending to optimise the captain's technical prowess and commanding expertise.
The maritime world welcomes Nausica, an innovative superyacht equipped with fuel-cell technology, while its sister ship, Jassj, embarks on sea trials.
Boat Reviews
Reviews are written around the questions buyers and skippers actually ask: handling, access, storage, maintenance, and whether the layout works once the weather turns.