***** October 15th to 17th - China Coast Regatta
Traditionally regarded as the start of the 'Asian Circuit', Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club's China Coast Regatta offers three days of competitive inshore racing, combining windward/ leewards with Islands courses for five IRC divisions. The 2010 event will be followed by the 656nm Category 1 Hong Kong to Vietnam Offshore Race, which will start on Wednesday 20th October. The NOR and SI's are at: http://www.chinacoastraceweek.com or contact the RHKYC Sailing Manager Alex Johnston, E-mail Alex.Johnston@rhkyc.org.hk or call +852 2239 0362, fax +852 2239 0364. Goto past years 2001 2002 2003 2006 2007 2008 2009 Race Reports

***** October 20th start - Biennial HK to Vietnam Race
Previously the biennial 656nm Category 1 Hong Kong to Vietnam Offshore Race was held on alternate years to the Hainan Race. The yachts will start on Wednesday 20th October and usually experience lengthy downwind reaching conditions as they sail deeper into the South China Sea. They can expect large rolling seas to propel them on their way. The secret is out - Sailors that enjoy a lengthy "downhill dash" should not miss this one.

Usually off-limits to recreational sailors the Vietnam Race is a great jumping-off point for HK boats intending to continue onto other seasonal sailing events in, Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. For further details contact Alex Johnston, RHKYC Sailing Manager, e-mail Alex.Johnston@rhkyc.org.hk or call +852 2239 0362, fax +852 2239 0364. The NoR and SI's are available from http://www.chinacoastraceweek.com Goto the 2006 2008 HK to Vietnam Races Race Reports

***** November 19th - 27th - 21st Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta
Already in its 21st year this annual island hoping regatta for racing class, cruisers, multihulls and classics is held along the west coast of peninsula Malaya starting from the Royal Selangor Yacht Club in Port Klang and finishing up in the legendary and Duty-Free Islands of Langkawi. NOR, More info, SI, results at: http://www.rmsir.com or contact the RMSIR Organising Committee by Emailing info@rmsir.com So why not join with other yachties and enjoy a bit of friendly Malaysian hospitality over 3 coastal passages combined with 4 inshore races at the stopovers, along the way to Pangkor, Penang and Langkawi. This long running format was initially designed to improve Malaysian sailors coastal navigation and develop their offshore seamanship skills further. After last years 20th anniversary celebrations and record fleet numbers, this revival is expected to attract even more entries to shape up in Port Klang. Phone: +603 3168 6964 Fax: +603 3168 8650
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***** December 4th - 11th - 24th Phuket Kings Cup Regatta
Since its inception in 1987, the Phuket King's Cup Regatta has grown to become Asia's premier yachting event. Traditionally held in early December, the Regatta was first conceived to honour His Majesty the King of Thailand's 60th birthday. Now 24 years on the event has grown from strength to strength, in both size and reputation, boasting the largest gathering of keel boats, multi-hulls and traditional sailing craft annually in SE Asia. Website: www.kingscup.com or contact the Regatta Secretary by E-mailing: info@kingscup.com
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January 6th - 9th - 8th Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX)
Now part of the Informa Yacht Group, promoters of the world-leading Monaco and Abu Dhabi Yacht Shows, PIMEX returns in 2011 with a new look and a new format. To be held at the Royal Phuket Marina early in the New Year there will be a full array of boats on display in the water and ample space for marine suppliers to exhibit their products in air conditioned comfort. So catch up with all the brokers, dealers and their fabulous yacht brands, all under the one roof. Meet up with representatives from Phuket's marinas to experience the boating lifestyle and a big variety of luxury waterside property developers that can cater to all your needs be it a holiday apartment, retirement villa or a home away from home. Other fun activities will be staged on site during the four days of the show, which will be a great day out for serious buyers and families alike. Whether interested in boating or simply curious about how Phuket has become one of the most sought after luxury tourism destinations in the world, by visiting Royal Phuket Marina and making PIMEX a must. Website http://www.phuketboatshow.com/ Tel:+66 (0) 8 1892 7670 Email: info@phuketboatshow.com

***** January 11th - 15th - 9th Royal Langkawi International Regatta
Organised by the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club this event takes an earlier time slot, in a bold effort to capitalise on the resounding success of previous years and is expected to go on to rival other regattas as one of the best in the region. The racing class contest the Prime Minister's Challenge Trophy and Cruising Class the RLYC Commodore's Cup. Other IRC Classes will compete for the LADA-IRC Challenge Trophy, while the Sports Boat Class will compete for the Langkawi Sports Trophy. The Multihulls will compete for the Malaysian Multihull Challenge Cup. An extensive nightly social program is also being planned. More info and NOR at: http://www.langkawiregatta.com or call the Regatta Secretariat at +6-04-9664078 or fax +6-04-9665078 or Email: office@langkawiregatta.com
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February 9th - 13th - 14th Bay Regatta - Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi
Formerly known as the Phang Nga Bay Regatta this regatta appeals to the serious, the not-so-serious and the not-at-all-serious 'racing' sailors will continue to run each year for 4 days in early February through the three provinces now reflected in its new name. Organised by the Ao Chalong Yacht Club in conjunction with a multitude of local sponsors and supporters. The regatta typically attracts 40 to 50 yachts each year, making it one of the biggest and most popular sailing events in Asia. Unlike most other regattas, this event takes the fleet through the spectacular scenery of Phang Nga Bay to a new anchorage each evening, holding awards parties in a wide variety of different locations. Some evening parties take place on beaches, some in high-class resorts or in local village restaurants and the participants have to sleep on their boats. The NOR and more info at: www.bay-regatta.com or contact the secretary by Tel: +66 1 539 6106 or E-mail: info@bayregatta.com
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February - Subic to Boracay Race
By popular demand the race to Boracay. The Regatta Organising Authority is the Boracay International Regatta Committee and the Inter Island Sailing Foundation under the auspices of the Philippine Sailing Association. There is a free choice of route either to the West of Mindoro Island up the Verde Island Passage and through the generally calm patch on the North East corner of Mindoro or alternatively taking the route East of Mindorao Island with a probable long beat to the finish. More details and NOR at: http://boracayrace.philsail.org/ or call Subic Bay Yacht Club +63 47 252 5211 or Email Race Secretariat lloyd_masmila@yahoo.com and admin@mhyachting.com Goto the 2003 Manila Boracay Race or the 2007 and 2009 Race Reports and the AY Photo Library

March 2011 Start - Biennial San Fernando Race
March 2012 Start ***** Rolex China Sea Race

The 17th San Fernando Race is organised by RHKYC on alternate years, and is a shorter race to San Fernando in the La Union province of the Philippines, billed as "Fun in the Sun". The race is 480nm, rated Category 1 Offshore and will next take place in March 2011. Full details will be made available on http://www.sanfernandorace.com

Organised by the Royal Hong Kong and Manila Yacht Club, the Rolex China Sea Race is a biennial, Offshore Category 1 race of 565nm from Hong Kong to Subic Bay in the Philippines. In 2008 this Asian blue-water classic become part of Rolex's distinguished portfolio of international sponsored offshore races. The race is open to offshore racing and cruising yachts with valid IRC Certificates. NoR, SI's and race information are available at: http://www.chinasearace.com For further enquiries about both these races, please contact Alex Johnston, RHKYC Sailing Manager, e-mail Alex.Johnston@rhkyc.org.hk or call +852 2239 0362, fax +852 2239 0364

***** May 30th - June 4th - 10th Sawadee.com Regatta 2010 Samui
Come celebrate the 10th running of the regatta in Koh Samui which is a mixture of passage and buoy racing in the Gulf of Thailand in conjunction with a variety of good parties held at some of the classiest resorts on the Island. The wonderful relaxed location of Koh Samui mixed in with pleasant Thai hospitality and top racing makes this venue one of the best in Asia. More info, Entry Forms and NOR can be found at: http://samuiregatta.ning.com/ After last years success the regatta is once again organised by MobyElite who can be contacted by E-mailing: ksr@mobyelite.com and the title sponsors have created a social network on Ning that will bring a new dimension on how organizers can interact before and during the event with the sailors and general public alike. Browse the 2002 or the windy 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 AY Race Reports and Summary.

2010/11AY GP Championships
This is were the AY Racing Class, Skipper and Yacht of the Yearare awarded the AY Trophy, don the traditional blue blazer and enjoy champagne celebrations at the combined Koh Samui gala dinner and prize giving evening, held on the splendid lawn setting in front of the Centara Grand Beach Resort on Chewang Beach, that marks the end of the season.
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***** July -- to -- - Six Senses Phuket Raceweek
Image Asia successfully introduced this event eight years ago, to take advantage of the good southwest monsoon breezes off Phuket’s south east coast during the 'Green Season'. Keeping in line with making improvements each year, the one-regatta-one-venue policy, brings with it a host of new dimensions. During the four days of racing competitors can experience anything from dead calms to sailing straight into the blustery teeth of the SW monsoon winds. Combine this with five nights of grand waterside parties at Evason Phuket’s ‘Into the Beach’ venue, free-flow of drinks, more boats, International TV coverage… and more in store, we can expect as much action on the water as off the water. Six Senses have generously made all this possible by hosting the entire event at their Evason Phuket and Six Senses Spa. Local sailors always look forward to this event as it wipes away last years results and kick starts the 2010-11 AsianYachting Grand Prix Championships with a clean sheet. Amongst the IRC racers there will also be classes for charter yachts, out and out cruisers plus corporate boats can be arranged to entertain sponsors. Check them out at: http://www.phuketraceweek.com or make contact at raceweek@image-asia.com Goto AY PRW Regatta Reports 2004 and 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 events.

July -- to -- - 8th Borneo International Yachting Challenge
The 8th edition is a "work in progress" between three East Malaysian States - Sarawak, the Federal Territory (F.T.) of Labuan and Sabah, which is organised under the auspices of the Sarawak Sailing Association. In past years participating yachts received RM$1000 as an added incentive to go all the way to Borneo and help with boat and crew expenses during the event. Last year saw the yachts taking part in the reverse format from previous years starting with the Miri Bay Regatta, Passage Race from Miri to Labuan, the Labuan Harbour Regatta, the Passage Race from Labuan to Kota Kinabalu and finishing with the KK Bay Regatta. Free marina berthing will be made available and as in past years there is no entrance fee and several parties are planned along the way. For more information goto: http://www.borneorace.com or contact them at Phone: +6085413099 Fax: 60-85-417249 Email: borneorace@gmail.com / mveno@samling.com.my Goto Inaugural 2003 AY Regatta Reports or the 2005 2006 2007 events, plus browse the slideshow in the AY Photo Library