Varuna Marine Club become the Royal Varuna Yacht Club. On 14 September 1968, the king, accompanied by the queen, the crown prince, and princesses, officially inaugurated the Royal Varuna Yacht Club. Activities Royal Varuna is an internationally recognized yacht club that regularly organizes sailing events. Regattas occur most weekends and there are annual competitions that include competitors from other parts of Asia. It is a member of the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand (YRAT). It is a principal sponsor of the Phuket King's Cup Regatta. It is possible to rent boats at the RVYC, and instructional courses in Optimist and Laser are available at the club, especially during school holidays. References Further reading Peter Cummins, Royal Varuna Yacht Club, a glorious half century. Pattaya 2006 External links Royal yacht clubs Yacht clubs in Asia Sport in Thailand Sports clubs established in 1957 1957 establishments in Thailand