Time for the crews to party!

Last night the Captains enjoyed dinner onboard the Brazilian naval training ship, Cisne Branco and today, day two of the Regatta, its time for the trainees and crews to get competitive and then get partying!  This morning they are taking part in a beach volleyball competition at nearby Club Natacio Barcelona and later they will be attending the prize giving ceremony and crew party – a great opportunity to let their hair down and meet other trainees from around the world.  Prizes to be awarded include Most Impressive Arrival into Barcelona and Best Dressed Ship in Barcelona as well as several other categories and the sports award. 

More sports competitions follow tomorrow (Monday) – this time rowing and basketball and then more training onboard their own vessels in readiness for their departure on Tuesday.  

The quaysides are buzzing already this morning, with a local swimming competition taking place amongst the fleet and many visitors taking in the spectacular sights.  

Lycamobile – title sponsor of the Mediterranean Tall Ships Regatta

Gaastra – official clothing supplier to the Mediterranean Tall Ships Regatta

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Editor’ notes:

A word from your sponsor

Lycamobile is the world’ favourite international SIM card. With over 30 million customers across 16 countries, it allows customers to benefit from fantastic, low rates to call their friends and family abroad.

Lycamobile is delighted to be sponsoring this year’ Lycamobile Mediterranean Tall Ships Regatta, with its mission to connect to global communities.  

If you need to call your family and friends during the Regatta please look out for their stand space portside in Barcelona, Toulon and La Spezia.   

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The organisation was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize 2007 for its work in promoting international understanding and friendship.