World ARC Fleet Begins 15-Month Circumnavigation

The World ARC 2026-27 fleet has departed Saint Lucia, beginning a 15-month circumnavigation. Courtesy World Cruising Club

With bows pointed west and months of preparation behind them, the World ARC 2026-27 fleet officially got underway January 10, departing Saint Lucia to begin a 15-month circumnavigation of the globe.

The start came at midday local time in steady northeast trades of about 15 knots, ideal conditions for the opening leg to Panama.