Railey Will Host Sunsail Flotilla

Olympic medalist Zach Railey will join vacation sailors on a flotilla with Sunsail Sailing Vacations in the British Virgin Islands on November 6 through 13, 2009. Railey, who won a silver medal in the Finn class at the 2008 Olympic Games in China, will assist the flotilla's lead crew in presiding over activities, from short-course races to beach barbecues and morning briefings.

Sunsail recently announced a sponsorship agreement with Railey, a U.S. Sailing Team AlphaGraphics member who plans to qualify for the 2012 event in Great Britain. Sunsail's sponsorship is expected to raise more than $40,000 in the first year toward Railey's campaign costs, and the November flotilla will help fundraising efforts. Companies interested in sponsoring the event should contact Sunsail brand manager Josie Tucci (josiet@sunsail.com).

Flotillas provide bareboaters with group support and the freedom to choose destinations and pace. "There's always plenty of free sailing time to explore alone if you wish," Tucci says. "We'll meet you at agreed destinations throughout the week for barbecues, cocktails, parties, racing, and other social events. Guests say these are the best aspects of our flotilla vacations."

Sunsail continues its 35th-anniversary celebration in 2009 with 35 percent off B.V.I. charters aboard the Sunsail 39, 393, 423, and 43 monohulls by Beneteau. Find details about charter discounts and the flotilla at the company's website (www.sunsail.com).



(cruisingworld.com)