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Tag Archives: Iolaire

Don Street, Life-Long Sailor & Writer Dies at 94

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Rick SpilmanMay 2, 2024

Yesterday, the Glandore Harbour Yacht Club in West Cork posted sad news on its Facebook page:  It is great sadness that we learnt this morning of the passing of our dear friend Don Street. Don will be forever remembered for … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, Lore of the Sea | Tagged Caribbean cruising guides, Don Street, Iolaire, Ireland, West Cork

Iolaire Lost on the Northeast Coast of Ibiza

Posted on August 18, 2019 by Rick SpilmanAugust 18, 2019

Sad news reported by ClassicSailboats.org. The 114-year-old sailing yacht Iolaire was lost off Ibiza in late July. She ran ashore after an uncontrolled jibe and sank. The crew escaped without injury. Iolaire, previously owned for over half a century by … Continue reading →

Posted in Current, History, Lore of the Sea, Ships | Tagged Don Street, Iolaire
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