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Yachts

Where the Map Runs Out. Reaching Antarctica

Antarctica is one of the few destinations that resists precision planning. You cannot arrive independently, set your own schedule, or improvise logistics on…

Written by Jim McGarth·14 January 2026

Yachts

The Iconic Alfa Nero

According to recent findings from theKnight Frank Wealth Report, UHNW individuals are travelling less frequently, but for longer periods, favouring assets that…

11 January 2026

Yachts

Barefoot Cruising Returns to the Caribbean

For much of the past decade, Caribbean cruising has been defined by scale. Ships grew larger, itineraries tighter, and port calls more crowded. The appeal was…

11 January 2026

Yachts

Submarines, Treasure and the Art of Leading

Michael Christian has spent more than forty-five years at sea, starting in commercial vessels before finding his way into the world of superyachts. Today, he…

1 December 2025

The Future of Yachting: Connectivity, AI & Human-Centred Design

Across every interview, one theme dominated:Starlink has changed everything. Starlink Maritime has replaced the old patchwork of VSAT, cell networks and patchy…

Changing of the Guard: Generational Shifts in Superyachting

Captains across the industry are seeing a generational shift, both in the crew who make yachts run and in the owners who fund them. Their words reveal a…

Longevity Onboard: The Billionaire’s New Routine

The soundtrack of a luxury charter is changing. Where mornings once began with the pop of corks and the leisurely chatter of late breakfasts, today they may…

Antares: Life Beyond the Circuit

There are yachts that stay tied to the Côte d’Azur and Caribbean circuit, and then there are yachts that roam further. For Captain John van der Straaten, the…

The Revolving Door of Junior Crew

Why do most junior crew leave within 18 months? A new Quay Crew survey of 100 captains reveals the true cost of turnover. They arrive fresh-faced and eager,…

The New Furry VIPs - Paws on deck

For many yacht owners, family now means the whole pack—including four-legged companions. Increasingly, dogs are part of the superyacht scene: trotting across…

Private Lives, Public Eyes

When I was fifteen, I hacked my school’s computer system. Not for malice, but for mischief—and yes, to impress a boy. With a little curiosity and a lot of…

Superyacht Destinations 2026: New, Old and Emerging

The superyacht cruising map is being redrawn. While the Mediterranean and Caribbean remain perennial favourites, a growing number of owners—particularly those…

02Captains Interviews

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First-hand perspectives from the captains navigating UHNW life at sea.

Interview

Life on the Outlaw Sea - Interview with Maritime Lawyer Michael Moore

When the ocean has no rules, a maritime lawyer can be the last line of order. "You never know what's going to come across my desk," says maritime lawyer…

Interview

Leading Advice: Elevating Life Onboard

Behind every polished deck and seamless itinerary are crew who work, laugh, and sometimes cry together. They are the ones who transform a yacht from a machine…

Interview

Who’s My Biggest Inspiration in the Yachting World? - Alistair Best

Every career is shaped by a few defining people. In my journey through yachting, no one has influenced me more than Theo. We first met at the Monaco Yacht Show…

Interview

A Captain in the Age of Change with Captain Martin Shairp

On the bridge ofEOS, the 92m schooner that has been his home for two decades, Captain Martin Shairp has learned that balance is everything. Balance between…

03The 2026 Event Season

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Event Guide

Palm Beach International Boat Show 2026: The Complete Guide

From the 78-metre Lürssen Rocinante to new-build debuts by Alia and Westport — everything you need to know about PBIBS 2026, with over 1,000 boats on Flagler Drive from 25–29 March.

Event Guide

ACREW Crew Kick-Off Party

Hosted at the famous La Rascasse, the atmosphere was buzzing as crew from yachts of all sizes came together, creating a strong sense of camaraderie and celebration.

Event Guide

Sea Changes Forum in Monaco Yacht Show - 2025

he energy in the room reflected both the weight of the topics on the agenda and the Forum’s reputation as a key fixture of the Show. The IHO the perfect venue.

Event Guide

Balearic Showcase Monaco 2025

The showcase successfully communicated a clear narrative: the Balearics remain one of the most attractive destinations for yachting.

Event Guide

SeaKeepers Event in Cap-d’Ail

SeaKeepers brought the community together in Cap-d’Ail for an evening focused on ocean conservation, research, and shared purpose.

Event Guide

Arrow Reception at YCDM

Mark Harrison Arrow, Jim Alad Large Yacht Co & Gary Wright Y Co

Destinations

Travel Guides

Travel

Inside Richard Branson’s Ultra-Private Alpine Retreat in Verbier

I realized halfway through my stay at The Lodge: This isn't a hotel experience. It's a yacht charter, only not on the sea, but in the mountains. Perched atop…

Travel

Boston: The Northeast's Emerging Superyacht Capital

There is a moment familiar to captains arriving from the Atlantic when Boston's skyline lifts into view—glass and granite rising above a harbour shaped by…

Travel

Tahiti Tourisme — Gateway to the South Pacific's Finest Cruising Grounds

French Polynesia's official tourism authority and the gateway to some of the most pristine superyacht cruising grounds on earth.

Travel

Stories of the Sea: Lessons from Legendary Captains

The sea has always been a proving ground for leaders, where the vast horizon can symbolize both boundless opportunity and perilous uncertainty. The captains…

04Insights, Trends & Reports

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Insights

The Great Privacy Migration: When Your Wealthiest Clients Pay to Disappear

In 2019, a data removal service called DeleteMe processed its first million data removals — scrubbing personal information from the databases of people-search sites, data brokers, and the sprawling ecosystem of companies that trade in human...

Insights

The Rise of Branded Residences in Marina Developments

The proposition is seductive in its simplicity: step out of your apartment, walk 30 metres, and board your yacht. No transfer. No logistics. Your home and your vessel share the same postcode, the same view, the same concierge.

Insights

What Yachting Can Learn from Private Aviation

Private aviation and superyacht charter serve essentially the same customer: the time-constrained ultra-high-net-worth individual who values privacy, flexibility, and quality. Both industries involve assets worth tens of millions, complex logistics,...

Insights

Why the Superyacht Industry Needs a Members Club on the Water

Consider the arithmetic. A 55-metre superyacht costs approximately €2 million per year to operate — crew salaries, insurance, maintenance, berthing, fuel. The average superyacht is used by its owner for three to four weeks annually. Some generous...

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