Dee Caffari
Dee Caffari has sailed around the world six times. She is the first woman to have sailed single-handed and non-stop around the world in both directions and the only woman to have sailed non-stop around the world a total of three times.
In 2006 Dee became the first woman to sail solo, non-stop, around the world against the prevailing winds and currents and was awarded an MBE in recognition of her achievement.
Dee’s Diary
Sailing through the seasons
As well as a change of season, September also brought a change of boat for me. I once again joined the team onboard Tilakkhana II, the Wally Cento, for the final two regattas of the 2025 season. We were treated with the most beautiful locations for both. The first was…
Offshore August
While most were winding down on their summer break, our team were pushing forward with training, offshore experience, and preparation for the next big chapter with the legendary maxi trimaran IDEC Sport. So August was anything but restful for me, however, time spent…
Ikigai’s Transatlantic – A Journey of Grit, Grace and Grey Skies
Our transatlantic race aboard Ikigai was a journey marked by challenge, camaraderie, and the ever-changing moods of the ocean. From the foggy departure through the wind farms near Nantucket Shoals to our final miles along the UK’s south coast, this race…
Living my best life
It is hard to believe that it is June already. The first half of the year seems to have gone in a flash, which is a sure sign that I have been busy. The first six months of 2025 has been filled with travel and work (or travelling for work!) which meant that spending a…
Tilakkhana II
This year I am joining a new team and, although the boat is very well known, it is new to both me and the new Tilakkhana crew. Formerly Magic Carpet 3, she has had a change of livery and, together with the owner, Pascale Decaux, we will be racing onboard Tilakkhana…
Sunshine and showers
March and April seem to have merged into one long month. For me it has been a heady mix of travel to different locations, sailing on different boats and spending time with wonderful people. I joined the Swan 58 WaveWalker for the BVI Spring Regatta this year. The…
Snowdrops, sunshine and a spaniel
This year I found myself at home for the whole month of February, which was a mixed blessing. I swapped hanging out in airports for catching up with friends and family and focussing on my personal training. The upside was being able to relax and enjoy this time…
Where did January go?
Well, I have to say that I hope the speed of January passing is not indicative of the rest of the year! I can’t believe it is February already but I guess that happens when you are busy. I have been lucky with a varied start to the year, which kicked off in France…
Trip down memory lane
Global Challenge 2004/5 20 year reunion, Portsmouth. On occasion I find myself in the enviable position of being able to give something back to the sport I love, the ocean I am a steward for and provide inspiration to the next generation. In November, I had the…
The race is on
Every four years there is a strange yet strong calling to a small sleepy fishing town in the Vendée region of France. People descend upon this town in their droves. This seaside fishing town turns into an international destination welcoming everyone with open arms,…