Blue Water Cruising 2026 Seminar: From Dream to Action
For this new and 13th edition, the blue water cruising seminar, organized by the Grand Large Yachting group, will take place on January 31 and February 1, 2026 in Paris, in the magnificent setting of the Thalassa barge. Experts, trainers and frequent cruisers will take turns to help you see things more clearly and start building your cruising project.
Open to everyone, the seminar is designed for both experienced sailors and aspiring adventurers looking to take the plunge for the first time. Through lectures, travel stories, and in-depth discussions, this new edition covers essential topics: blue water cruising routes, weather, onboard health, safety at sea, insurance, choosing a boat, and daily logistics. An event designed to provide concrete, honest, and personalized answers for every project.
This year's 2026 edition features some exceptional speakers
_ Xavier Desmarest, co-founder of the Grand Large Yachting group, will talk about the genesis of the project and the importance of sharing experience in long-distance preparation.
Meteorology expert Christian Dumard will help you understand the climatic conditions of far-flung destinations.
_ Roland Jourdain, a committed sailor, will share his views on how the blue water cruising experience changes our relationship with the world.
_ Peggy and Emmanuel Lapierre, owners of an Outremer 45, will recount their three-year voyage between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.
_ Laurent Marion, an instructor specializing in blue water cruising, will shed light on the challenges of safety at sea.
Jan Van Opstal, owner of a Garcia Exploration 45, will talk about his expeditions from Antarctica to Polynesia.
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More than just an event
It's also an opportunity to join a real community of enthusiasts. You'll be able to talk freely with experienced sailors, ask questions to the experts and meet owners who, like you, have chosen to live an extraordinary adventure.
Whatever your background or level of experience, the blue water cruising seminar will show you that ocean cruising is an accessible project, guided above all by preparation, passion and the desire to go further.
Sign up today* and take the first concrete step towards your own round-the-world adventure. Whether you're just beginning to think about it, or already close to departure, this seminar is the ideal step to move from dream to action.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
January 31 & February 1, 2026
Paris - Péniche Thalassa
Session in French only
*Limited number of places.
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