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Superyachts are superb platforms for a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences. Harle recently provided an experience that goes in the record books. With the assistance of Cookson Adventures, the yacht allowed leading European scientists, marine archaeologists, university staff, and Italian officials to unearth unexpected marine life, as well as historic shipwrecks. Cookson Adventures specializes in organizingContinue Reading
Those of you who frequent Montauk on Long Island’s East End may be familiar with Navy Beach. The nearly 10-year-old locale is among the top waterfront dining spots in the region. Thanks to a new partnership with IGY Marinas, it is expanding to St. Thomas and St. Maarten. Navy Beach sits on a private beach,Continue Reading
With the Caribbean cruising season soon upon us, Puerto Rico is taking steps to attract more visitors. Therefore, you may see representatives from the island’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) at the Monaco Yacht Show next week. You will see them at other major upcoming boat shows, too. Puerto Rico is promoting itselfContinue Reading
Multiple yacht and megayacht organizations joined forces with the city of Fort Lauderdale last week for Hurricane Dorian aid. Equally noteworthy, over two days, yachting’s Hurricane Dorian relief effort raised $200,000. This is funding the deployment of a 110-footer (33.5-meter) heading to the Abacos this week. The Fort Lauderdale City Commissioner and a local churchContinue Reading
Today’s cruisers want to see more of the world. Naturally, charter brokers are exploring burgeoning destinations. Japan is one intriguing destination already rapidly gaining prominence among land-based travelers. Yacht charter in Japan could soon become a strong attraction, too, due to inroads being made by Camper & Nicholsons. They come through a new strategic allianceContinue Reading
Hurricane Dorian became the strongest-ever storm to hit the Abaco Islands of the Bahamas this past weekend. In addition, it became the strongest Atlantic hurricane landfall on record. Even while it was still pounding the islands, yacht owners, crews, and industry representatives were mobilizing aid. The effort continues, too. In fact, yachting is helping theContinue Reading