James Feldkamp

The Clipper Round the World Race, also known as the Clipper Race, is one of those legendary races that test the limits of human endurance amidst the backdrop of unforgiving nature.   The race itself consists of a whopping total of 40,000 nautical miles around the world.   The vessel is a 70-foot ocean racing yacht.   And while many of its participants are professional sailors and yachters, there are those who join with zero experience. The Clipper Race was conceptualized by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston.   For those who are unfamiliar with the name, Knox-Johnston is the first recorded person to sail around the world on his own, without stopping at any port.   This year is the 11th race of the now, annual event.   The race itself is a bit more complicated than getting from start to finish.   There are eight legs, with 13 to 16 individual races .   Participants have the choice of either going through the entire Clipper Race or just the i...

The lovely port town of Punta del Este in Uruguay is the first stop in the great Clipper Round the World race.   For those who are interested in visiting this city, there are several ways to explore the town.   Below are at the available methods of transportation when going to, in, and around the city. Airport Visitors can fly into the city via domestic or international flights.   The airport of destination is the Capitan de Corbeta Carlos A. Curbelo International Airport, which is closer to Laguna del Sauce at the outskirts of Punta del Este.   There is also the Carrasco International Airport, which is less than 120 kilometers from the port city. Ferry Since Punta del Este is a port town, tourists arrive via ferry.   The ferry leaves Buenos Aires and goes all the way to Montevideo, which is 140 kilometers from Punta del Este.   Visitors can opt to go either by car or bus to Punta del Este. Taxis and buses Taxis and buses are read...