Tall Ships Scheduled for Funchal 500 at Falmouth, September 2008

The 2008 Tall Ships race is currently underway - the ships having left Liverpool docks for Norway yesterday.  More majestic Tall Ships will be visiting our shores again from September 10-13 as they gather at Falmouth for the Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta.  The ships are scheduled to stop in Portugal from 20-23 September before setting sail for Funchal, Madeira, for a Maritime Festival and celebration from October 2-5. For more information click here.

Visit our Travel Guide sections for Portugal and Madeira and don’t forget to take out travel insurance before you set sail for your next holiday adventure!