Mankind has plied the waves of the ocean since the dawn of recorded time, seeking sustenance, riches and adventure. Fifty Places To Sail Before You Die maps out some of the worlds great sailing venues, as shared by both champion racers and celebrated adventurers. Venues range from clubby New England ports like Newport to the hair-raising passage around Cape Horn to idyllic island retreats like Mopelia. In addition to colourful descriptions of the sailing spots and anecdotes from some of the worlds greatest sailors, Fifty Places To Sail Before You Die will include brilliant photographs and enough information to help would-be sailors chart their own adventure in these areas.