In the harbor of Cannes, the gorgeous 22.25 meter (73 ft) Analia is being prepped for the Régates Royales-Trophée Panerai, the 31st edition of which begins tomorrow. Contrary to what one might expect based on her spotless appearance, the Analia is an old lady: indeed, her maiden voyage took place in 1925. Analia is truly international: she was drawn by Scottish yacht designer Alfred Mylne, is owned by Frenchman Pierre Boissier, and sails under the Spanish flag. She is entered in the Classic Yachts 16 to 24.99 meters (52.4 to 82 ft) category. The bay of Cannes is shaped in such a way that watching the regattas would be easy; unfortunately, the same cannot be said for my work schedule, so Analia will have to compete without my encouragements. Pity...