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01Features

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Features

The Armada Club: Yacht Fleet Access for Dining & Business

Co-founded by Grammy and BRIT Award winning songwriter Jonny Harris, The Armada Club introduces a private, more considered way into life on board — through curated dining, wellness, and exclusive fleet access.

31 March 2026

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America's Second Season: Why Stay Instead of Cross?

Along the Eastern Seaboard, the traditional sprint to the Mediterranean is giving way to a new rhythm — as infrastructure, cruising grounds, and a connected coastline from Florida to Nova Scotia redefine the American summer.

30 March 2026

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Anguilla and Its Maritime Landscape

For those arriving by sea, Anguilla reveals itself differently — shaped less by its beaches than by the shallow marine shelf, scattered offshore cays, and a maritime culture built on generations of seamanship.

29 March 2026

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Life Between the Anchorages: Cruising the British Virgin Islands

In the British Virgin Islands, the most memorable moments rarely happen in port. The BVI continues to revolve around its anchorages — sheltered bays where sea, shore and community quietly come together.

28 March 2026

H2 Yacht Design: How Do You Design for Charter Use?

With studios in London and Nice, Jonny Horsfield explains why designing for charter is not about following a formula — it's about adaptability, lifestyle, and understanding how a yacht will actually be lived in.

The World Aquarium: Baja California and the Sea of Cortez

Jacques Cousteau called the Sea of Cortez "the world's aquarium" — and the description remains remarkably apt. From hammerhead sharks to humpback whales, Baja California harbours one of the richest marine ecosystems on earth.

Between Two Oceans: Panama

For captains arriving by yacht, the Panama Canal reveals itself as something more than a shortcut between oceans — it is the gateway to one of the most capable maritime logistics hubs in the Americas.

California: The Pacific's Quiet Powerhouse

From San Diego to the Pacific Northwest, California's maritime sector has quietly become a critical hub for superyacht operations — a launch point for voyages to Alaska, Hawaii, and French Polynesia.

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…

Private Island's from visiting to owning the experience - 2026 trends from the industry

These properties share common themes: environmental stewardship, architectural integration with natural landscapes, and experiences designed around immersion…

The Great Wealth Transfer: How $124 Trillion Is Reshaping Luxury Yachting

We're witnessing the largest wealth transfer in human history—and it's fundamentally reshaping how ultra-high-net-worth individuals engage with luxury.…

The Iconic Alfa Nero

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

02Interviews

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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

Inspirations: Captain Liam Devlin, Inspired by Kevin Merrigan

As part of our survey of Captains we asked who in the industry has inspired them. We tracked down some of the Captains at MYS to dig a little deeper.

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…

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A Captain in the Age of Change with Captain Martin Shairp

On the bridge of EOS , 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

The Triton Expo 2026 | Fort Lauderdale's Biggest Night for Superyacht Crew

Over 1,500 captains, crew, and industry professionals gather at Pier Sixty-Six for the annual Triton Expo — the superyacht world's unmissable networking night.

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.

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…

04Latest Edition

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05Insights, Trends & Reports

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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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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…

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