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SAILING IN CASCAIS

SAILING IN CASCAIS. THE WIND IS CALLING. Introduction. The City of Cascais and the Clube Naval de Cascais capacity to host and organize major international sailing events was recognized worldwide after the success of the organization of the ISAF Sailing World Championships 2007.

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SAILING IN CASCAIS

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  1. SAILING IN CASCAIS THE WIND IS CALLING Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  2. Introduction • The City of Cascais and the Clube Naval de Cascais capacity to host and organize major international sailing events was recognized worldwide after the success of the organization of the ISAF Sailing World Championships 2007. • The Portuguese Candidacy to host the 2007 America’s Cup was considered one of the best. • Clube Naval de Cascais has organized no less than 30 World, European and Continental Championships in International and Olympic Classes. • Sailing, along with Golf, is one of the two major axis of Cascais tourism promotion. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  3. Major Championships held in Cascais Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  4. Endorsement Letters Cascais bids to host major international events received endorsement letters from some of the best sailors: . Vincent Hoecht . Paul Ricard Hoj Jensen . Buddy Melges . Serge Maury . James Schoonmaker . Harry Adler . Peter Siemsen . Mark Reynolds . Robert Scheidt . Torben Grael . Russel Coutts confirming the excellent wind and sea conditions that prevail in Cascais, as well the ability to host world-class sailing events. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  5. General Information • The natural advantages of a sunny country with such diverse geographic features have turned Portugal into a chosen destination for many holidaymakers, an ideal place for practicing water sports and playing golf, offering modern tourism facilities, and quaint and personalized means of accommodation. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  6. General Information • The main characteristics of Cascais weather are: • It is warm all year around • It is sometimes hot in the summer with a mean temperature in the hottest month above 22ºC • Temperature rarely falls to freezing point, even during the coldest months of December and January • The annual average sunshine in Cascais region amounts to between 2.600 and 3.300 hours. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  7. General Information • Cascais waters have very low levels of pollutants. • The cost of living in Portugal is the lowest in the European Union. • the Lisbon region and in particular Cascais/Estoril is considered a very low risk area. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  8. Venue • Cascais geographical location is by itself a natural venue to stage for major sailing events. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  9. Venue from the Marina, around the Cascais Fort to the Clube Naval de Cascais, the city waterfront is an unique regatta stage Beach Cascais Fort Clube Naval de Cascais Marina Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  10. Venue … within the very historical centre of Cascais which is a 13th century medieval town with small and pictorial streets, with exceptional conditions to accommodate, feed and entertain all the participants and attendants. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  11. Clube Naval facilities • The brand new club house and facilities inaugurated in 2007 are a modern and functional infrastructure planned to host major sailing events: • Boat Parks • 2 Ramps • 2 Cranes • Bar • Restaurant • Race Office, Judges, Race Committee and Press Office rooms Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  12. Accommodation The Clube Naval is able to negotiate preferential rates with the majority of Cascais hotels. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  13. Tourism Infrastructure • As a major European tourism destination Lisbon and the Estoril Coast boast a vast array of rich and diverse tourist attractions: • Historical sites • Museums • National Park and conservation areas • Sporting facilities • Public Entertainment facilities • Coastal attractions Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  14. Transport Infrastructure Cascais benefits from transport links that ensure an easy travel to and from the racing venue • Cascais is at 1day drive from Santander and Bilbau (cities with direct ferries lines from Plymouth and Portsmouth) • International Airport 40 minutes from Cascais • Highway connection to Lisbon only 2.000 m from the Club • A scenic motorway connects Cascais with Lisbon • Lisbon is a commercial seaport with three terminals. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  15. Meteorology Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  16. Meteorology Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  17. Meteorology Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

  18. Currents • The only location, in which the current exceeds 1.1 knots within Cascais Bay, lies directly in line with Tagus River, which runs between banks in the area that separates race area C from race areas A and B. Sailing in Cascais – October 2007

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