Welcome to the New Caledonia Sailors' Lounge! A free, friendly online community where cruising sailors and the people of New Caledonia’s vibrant tourism industry meet, share, and organize unforgettable adventures.
As you explore the magnificent islands of New Caledonia, the Lounge offers a fun and easy way to stay connected, organize shore missions, link up with other cruisers, and celebrate the spirit of sailing in paradise.
Why Join the New Caledonia Sailors' Lounge?
- Free for everyone! No fees, no barriers – just good people sharing good times.
- Real-time sailing updates: Anchorage reports, passage planning, and island-hopping tips.
- Organize cultural activities: Plan kava nights, traditional dance events, island tours, and village visits with locals and fellow cruisers.
- Promote local services: Tourism operators, marine providers, markets – connect directly with yachts and visitors.
- Join special events: Cruise-a-thons, island festivals, sailing adventures, and casual meetups.
- Share knowledge and lend a hand: From fixing gear to finding provisions, the Lounge is a space where help is always nearby.
What's Inside the Lounge?
Our Discord server is organized into easy-to-use sections, including:
- Welcome & Info: Meet other sailors, introduce yourself, and learn how to use Discord if you're new!
- Cruising & Sailing Chat:
- 🧭 Passage Planning – Chart your next voyage.
- ⚓ Anchorage Updates – Share and receive real-time anchoring info.
- ⛵ Sailing the Lagoons – Connect with others as you cruise New Caledonia.
- Shore Missions:
- 😁 Health and Safety – Important local info and tips.
- 👮 Security Updates – Important local info and tips.
- 🤑 Money Matters – Banks, ATMs, and exchange advice.
- 🛒 Reprovisioning – Find markets and supplies along the way.
- ⚓ Yacht Supplies and Services – Help and repairs for your yacht.
- 📞 Phone & Internet – Important local info and tips.
- Cruisers' Lounge:
- 🌀 New Caledonia Linkup – Meet the New Caledonia Maritime Community.
- 🥳 Festivals and Events – What's happening ashore.
- 🧜 Sailing Adventures – Share your sailing stories!
- ⛵ Cruise-a-thons – Fun group sails around the islands.
- 👍 Need a Crew – Find or offer crew spots.
- 👶 Cruising Kids – Tips and stories for families afloat.
- 👌 Fix-It Tricks – Repair tips from fellow cruisers.
- 🔊 Voice Channels – Talk live with other sailors!
- About Rocket Guides:
- 📺 Watch and Learn – Helpful videos and tutorials.
- 🌟 Reviews – See reviews of the Rocket Cruising Guide and add your own!
- 🤔 Rocket Guide Q&A – Get answers to your questions about using the Rocket Guides.
How to Join – It's Easy!
- Click the invite link: Join the New Caledonia Sailors' Lounge.
- Create a free Discord account if you don’t have one yet.
- Say hello in the 🙋♂️ Welcome-Aboard or 👋 Introduce-Yourself channel – we’d love to meet you!
- Start exploring: Jump into chats, post updates, join events, or just hang out!
Help Build Something Special
The New Caledonia Sailors' Lounge is a community built by sailors and locals, for the benefit of all. It’s a way to strengthen friendships, share the spirit of New Caledonia, support tourism, and create incredible memories together.
We invite you to be part of this exciting new chapter in New Caledonia's cruising life. It's free, it's fun, and it's waiting for you!
👉 Click here to join the New Caledonia Sailors' Lounge today!
