Monaco Grand Prix 13th - 16th May 2010
Mar 9th, 2010Since 1929 the Grand Prix de Monaco has been a highlight of the motorsports calendar, and the Jewel in the Formula One crown – and the 2010 season is gearing up for an epic battle of the Titans!
Current World Champion Jensen Button, last year’s winner here, will be defending…
London Boat Show 2010 at London ExCel
Jan 15th, 2010London's ExCel opened its doors on Friday 8th for the 2010 London Boat Show. The show will remain open until the 17th of January and features all kinds of boating attractions from snorkelling, model RC yacht racing and other Deck Games too.On Water Activities like the Dinghy Weekend and an appearanc…
Luxury yacht charter destination hosts Ice T and wife
Dec 30th, 2009Grammy award-winning American rapper Ice-T was recently spotted in luxury yacht charter destination Florida in the company of a different woman compared to the ones featured in his videos.The 51-year-old musician, who is also an actor and author, took a relaxing break on a beach in Miami with his 31…
Simon Cowell was set to visit a number of his celebrity friends and drop off some Christmas presents after foregoing the chill of the festive period in the UK by hiring a yacht in the Caribbean, according to reports.The 50-year-old music mogul has been taking in the sun on board the £625-a-week…
Neville Crichton witnessed success in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race for the second time this year after skippering Alfa Romeo to victory in the competition.The New Zealander was also triumphant in the 628-nautical mile challenge in 2002, but on this occasion he had to produce the goods to upset th…
Akarana yacht takes overall glory in Caribbean race
Dec 24th, 2009The Akarana crossed the finish line first in both legs of the Sir John Compton Memorial Race in the Caribbean to take the overall first prize in the event.Run between the popular luxury yacht charter destinations of St Lucia and Martinique, the yacht braved the difficult windy conditions to prevail.…
A new race record could be set in this year's Sydney to Hobert dash as beneficial conditions for the yachts taking part have been predicted.Weather forecasters expect gusty winds created by Cyclone Laurence could be in favour of the teams racing down the eastern coast, which puts the current record …
Luxury yacht charter customers heading to the Caribbean island of St Barts may wish to look out for one famous face who could be spending a considerable amount of time there. Chelsea Football Club owner Roman Abramovich has shelled out around £54 million for a new 70-acre holiday home estate on…
Christmas in the Bahamas for yacht owner Woods
Dec 23rd, 2009The world's best known golfer looks set to spend Christmas aboard his luxury private yacht in the Bahamas, according to reports. Tiger Woods has been in the newspapers for all the wrong reasons of late after admitting to a string of infidelities and now looks to be attempting to escape the glare of …
Luxury yacht charter destination wins tourism award
Dec 23rd, 2009The popular luxury yacht charter destination of Jamaica has won a prestigious tourism award, voted for by the readers of a US travel magazine. Travel Weekly's Readers' Choice Awards took place recently in New York, with Jamaica scooping the title of Best Caribbean Destination. Director of tourism fo…
Yacht race crew hoping to be on land for Christmas
Dec 22nd, 2009The crew of Hull & Humber are the only sailors in the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race not to have made it to Australia so far. The vessel suffered a collision with Cork as the fleet left South Africa around a month ago, with the two boats being kept in port for repairs. However, Cork was give…
Yacht charter destination music event changes venue
Dec 22nd, 2009A music event in a popular yacht charter destination will set up its main base of operations 19 km from its former site for the 2010 instalment. The forthcoming Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival is to break with tradition and move its main stage to the Greenfield Stadium in Trelawny. The reason for …
Superyachts spotted in Caribbean
Dec 22nd, 2009Two superyachts have been spotted in the popular luxury yacht charter destination of the Caribbean. Al Mirqab - a 436.5ft (133m) Peters Schiffbau-built vessel - was photographed next to the 197.67ft (60.25m) Paloma near the Virgin Islands, Superyacht Times reported. The former features exterior styl…
Young Dutch sailor found in yacht charter destination
Dec 21st, 2009A 14-year-old Dutch girl who was denied the chance to attempt the world record for becoming the youngest person ever to single-handedly circumnavigate the globe has been found after going missing over the weekend. However, young sailor Laura Dekker was a long way from home, with police confirming sh…
Law & Miller head to yacht charter destination
Dec 21st, 2009Those heading off on a luxury Caribbean yacht charter break within the next few weeks might be able to spot a celebrity or two. While Simon Cowell is reportedly enjoying the rays with two of his exes and his mother, actors Jude Law and Sienna Miller are set to spend some time in the tropical archipe…
Basketball legend Michael Jordon has helped fulfil one young girl's ambitions by allowing her to meet him aboard a ship in the Caribbean. The former pro is chief ambassador for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and was happy to meet 15-year-old Monte'kia Jones, who suffers from chronic lung disease. The te…
Caribbean yacht charter destinations offer snuba diving
Dec 21st, 2009The little-known sport of snuba diving is reportedly becoming popular in luxury yacht charter destinations in the Caribbean. A combination of snorkelling and scuba diving, the activity involves underwater exploration using a 20-ft tube connected to an oxygen tank on a raft. It is seen as an ideal wa…
Beyonce heading to Caribbean yacht charter destination
Dec 18th, 2009Luxury yacht charter customers heading to the Caribbean in February could catch a glimpse of an international superstar who is performing on one of the tropical islands.Beyonce Knowles, formerly of Destiny's Child and now a music queen in her own right, is set to take to the stage in Trinidad as par…
US newspaper praises luxury yacht charter destination
Dec 18th, 2009A US newspaper has extolled the virtues of a popular luxury yacht charter destination that many Americans never consider visiting.USA Today explained that US military action on the Caribbean island of Grenada in 1983 still lives in the memory of the country's public, despite it occurring the best pa…
Alan Brierty's RP 62 Limit team coped best in challenging conditions to hold the overall lead after the opening two races of the Rolex Trophy Rating Series.After two teams failed to reach the start line for the opening race, 12 yachts took to the choppy seas in Sydney, which only worsened as the day…
Watson climbs yacht mast in record-breaking quest
Dec 17th, 2009Jessica Watson has successfully completed the potentially hazardous task of climbing the mast as she continues in her quest to become the youngest person to sail solo around the world non-stop and unassisted.The 16-year-old from Australia has now reached day 60 in her task and is close to surpassing…
An adventure tourism firm has expanded its operations to include the popular luxury yacht charter destinations of St Lucia and Antigua. Island Routes Caribbean Adventure Tours has added the two new locations to its existing operations in Jamaica, giving visitors to the tropical archipelago a greater…
Luxury yacht charter destination to host racing event
Dec 17th, 2009Those heading to Antigua on a luxury yacht charter in January may get to see the Caribbean leg of a prestigious competition. The Superyacht Cup Antigua has been a regular December fixture since 2006, but will be held from January 27th to 30th next year due to requests from participating captains and…
Largest ever Kiwi yacht hits the water
Dec 17th, 2009The largest sailing yacht ever to be built by a New Zealand firm has been launched into the water of Auckland's Viaduct Harbour. Measuring 58.4 m (191.6 ft) long, the Kokomo is the longest vessel of its type to be made by Alloy Yachts. The boat will spend the next two months in final commissioning a…
Yacht charter destination hosts surf contest
Dec 16th, 2009Those whose luxury private yacht charter took them to Barbados at the end of November may have noticed the island was hosting the 2009 Suzuki Caribbean Pro Surf Tour. Ending on December 1st, the event was dominated by Jamaican junior pros, according to blackathlete.net. The three-day contest was hel…
Luxury yacht charter customers could be hit by BA strike
Dec 16th, 2009Those heading off on a luxury yacht charter vacation over the Christmas break could be affected by the decision of British Airways (BA) staff to go on strike. The carrier offers a number of routes to the Caribbean and could throw people's plans into disarray due to the limited number of alternatives…
Cowell to head off on Caribbean luxury yacht charter
Dec 16th, 2009Brits heading to the Caribbean on a luxury yacht charter holiday over the coming weeks could stand a chance of seeing pop mogul Simon Cowell. The X Factor supremo has chartered a crewed luxury yacht, complete with private chef to whisk himself, his 84-year-old mother and two former girlfriends off t…
The newly-built Sandringham Yacht Club in Melbourne is the hosting venue for the first leg of the ISAF Sailing World Cup, which commenced on December 14th.A number of Olympians and world championship medallists arrived in Australia for the stop, with a strong breeze and large waves combining to offe…
Alesha Dixon to head to luxury yacht charter destination
Dec 16th, 2009A luxury yacht charter trip may be in the pipeline for Alesha Dixon as she heads away to the Caribbean for Christmas for a well-earned rest.The 31-year-old has had a busy few months after replacing Arlene Phillips on the judging panel on Strictly Come Dancing for the current series, with the final t…
Abu Dhabi Yacht Show taking place at Yas Marina
Dec 16th, 2009Yas Marina has been announced as the scene for the second edition of the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show.Luxury yacht charter customers may have already caught a glimpse of the new venue, as it was the backdrop for the first ever Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on the 2009 Formula One calendar.However, it will now be the…
Masirah take second round of Extreme Sailing Series Asia
Dec 16th, 2009A thunderstorm could not dampen the spirits of the Oman Sail's Masirah team as they emerged victorious in the second round of the Extreme Sailing Series Asia.Led by skipper Pete Cumming, the team defeated five others to claim their second consecutive victory, with the Red Bull Extreme Sailing team t…
Team Finland win Australian stop of yacht race
Dec 16th, 2009Spirit of Australia just missed out on victory in their home stop of the Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race as they were marginally beaten to the finish line by Team Finland.Cheered on by luxury yacht charter fans, the Australians got to within 33 minutes of the winners in what was the closest…
Coors expands into luxury yacht charter destination
Dec 15th, 2009Those heading to the popular luxury yacht charter destination of Trinidad & Tobago can now add Coors Light to the list of available alcoholic beverages on the islands. Molson Coors Brewing Company and NWT Enterprises have revealed that the drink - claimed to be the world's most refreshing beer -…
Brits planning a summer luxury yacht charter to the Italian Riviera are likely to be in affluent company, it has been suggested. According to the Italian State Tourist Board, it is the more well-off UK citizens that tend to enjoy holidays in the southern European country during the warmer months. Sp…
A forthcoming charity auction will see one lucky bidder win a weekend's luxury yacht charter holiday, courtesy of Dream Marine. The luxury yacht charter specialist has offered the prize to Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand's Live the Dream Foundation to help it raise money for dis…
Woods set to escape on luxury private yacht
Dec 14th, 2009Troubled golfer Tiger Woods is reportedly ready to set sail on his own luxury private yacht - the aptly-named Privacy - as he seeks to escape the media furore over his alleged indiscretions. Docked in Florida's North Palm Beach, the vessel has now had its name covered by a tarp as the star seeks to …
Drama as crewman jumps from Caribbean cruise ship
Dec 14th, 2009A drama has unfolded off the coast of Florida, US, after a crewman on a cruise ship returning from a popular luxury yacht charter destination jumped overboard. Robert Mado - an assistant purser on Royal Caribbean Cruises' Majesty of the Seas - reportedly jumped overboard at approximately 04:30 local…
Luxury yacht charter destination holds film festival
Dec 14th, 2009A destination popular with luxury yacht charter customers held its International Film Festival recently. The Bahamas welcomed stars from around the world, including Pirates of the Caribbean actor Johnny Depp, who was honoured for his lifetime's achievements in the acting world. With the fourth insta…
Luxury yacht charter destination hosts festival
Dec 11th, 2009A destination known for its popularity among luxury yacht charter customers is currently hosting a music festival. The five-day Caribbean Holidaze event kicked off yesterday (December 10th) in the tropical setting of Jamaica's Runaway Bay. Acts on the opening day included The Disco Biscuits, Umphrey…
A Victoria's Secret model has been spotted frolicking in a popular luxury yacht charter destination. The lovely Alessandra Ambrosio posed on a St Barts beach for photographs for the latest catalogue from the lingerie and clothing firm, according to Just Jared. Rather than bikini or underwear, the 28…
'Grab tickets fast' for West Indies cricket event
Dec 11th, 2009With just over four months until the popular luxury yacht charter destination that is the West Indies hosts the 2010 ICC World Twenty20 tournament, its director has revealed that preparations are on track. Robert Bryan said that 25 per cent of the tickets for the event have already been sold and adv…
World Yacht Racing Forum examines commercial aspects
Dec 10th, 2009The second edition of the World Yacht Racing Forum began yesterday (December 9th) with the focus heavily placed on how the industry was not making enough of its commercial potential. Event chairman Peter Gilmour told the 350 delegates and 60 media representatives that the attendees at the forum repr…
The president of Tanzania has suggested that his country could learn a lot from a popular luxury yacht charter destination. Jakaya Kikwete recently spent a week in the Caribbean, visiting a number of the tropical archipelago's islands, eTurbo News revealed. The leader explained how Tanzania could be…
The largest cruise ship ever to take to the seas has docked in the popular luxury yacht charter destination of St Thomas in the Caribbean. Oasis of the Seas arrived in Crown Bay on Tuesday (December 8th) for the first of what Royal Caribbean hopes will be many visits. Boasting 16 passenger decks, th…
Yacht charter show to face uncertain future
Dec 9th, 2009A prominent Caribbean yacht charter event has parted company with its owner and faces an uncertain future, it has been revealed. The Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association (MYBA) will cease running the St Maarten Charter Yacht Show next year, the Daily Herald reported. The news was confirmed by St …
Caribbean luxury yacht charter destination gets GPS
Dec 9th, 2009While the Caribbean island of Jamaica may be popular among luxury yacht charter customers, those exploring the island have been unable to do so properly without a map or local knowledge. However, that may be about to change after the tropical archipelago's first satellite navigation device was relea…
The Caribbean island of St Kitts is a popular destination among luxury yacht charter customers and is set to host an important meeting in 2011. At the Commonwealth Games Federation General Meeting on the tiny tropical island, officials will decide which nation will host the 2018 event. It is the fir…
Yacht charter destination photograph wins prize
Dec 8th, 2009An image of a Caribbean sea creature has won a prestigious photographic competition in National Geographic. The magazine chose William Goodwin's shot of a shrimp inside a branching vase sponge as its 2009 International Photography Contest winner. According to the publication, he took the photograph …
British yacht enthusiasts return home from Iran
Dec 8th, 2009The British yacht enthusiasts who were held by Iranian authorities after being blown off course into politically-sensitive waters have returned to the UK. Attempting to sail from Bahrain to Dubai last month, the crew of the vessel, which included four British residents and a Bahrain-based ex-pat, fo…
Luxury yacht charter destination offers golf breaks
Dec 8th, 2009Luxury yacht charter customers wishing to play a round of golf or two during their Caribbean break may wish to head to Anguilla. The little island is set to re-open its first and only golf course on December 19th, kicking off the 2009/10 season. Despite the course being forced to close in 2008 due t…
Toploader frontman Dan Hipgrave recently took his six-year-old daughter Honey on a trip to a popular luxury yacht charter destination. The singer has recounted his experience of the Turks and Caicos Islands in the Daily Mail, explaining how his little girl wished to "stay for a billion and thre…
No luxury yacht charter for Clipper crews
Dec 7th, 2009Those signing up to the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race knew at the time that the experience, although great, would be no luxury yacht charter. If there was any doubt in their mind it may have been erased by what Spirit of Australia skipper Brendan Hall described as an "hour of lemons" …
WrA writer for a popular US newspaper has recounted his experiences of a camping trip on the Caribbean island of St John. Benji Lanyado wrote in the New York Times that life on the island is carried out in a truly relaxed fashion, with even the iguanas seeming to take their time as if they do not ha…
Luxury yacht charter passengers 'will enjoy Croatia'
Dec 4th, 2009British luxury yacht charter customers heading to Croatia can expect a "diverse Mediterranean experience" during their trip, it has been claimed. According to the Croatian National Tourist Office, the country has much to offer holidaymakers and those heading to the coastal regions will not…
Luxury yacht charter passengers heading to Greece and its islands could soon be encouraged to visit the nation's cultural attractions rather than just its beaches. While a private yacht can be a great way to explore the sandy islands and coastline, it can also be used to travel between cultural site…
Readers of Today's Golfer stand a chance of winning a trip to a destination popular with luxury private yacht charter customers. The magazine is offering a holiday for two to the gorgeous tropical Caribbean island of St Lucia. Included in the prize is a stay at the Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Res…
Australian yacht looking keen to get home
Dec 3rd, 2009Luxury yacht charter fans following the exploits of the amateur crews taking part in the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race may be interested to know that Spirit of Australia has taken maximum points at the Leg Three scoring gate. The vessels are en route to Australia, so it is perhaps fitting that …
Those planning a luxury yacht charter trip to the Caribbean could get themselves in the mood by watching a BBC adaptation of a novel set in the tropical archipelago. Andrea Levy's Small Island used both British and Caribbean backdrops to paint a picture of life during and after World War II. The new…
Luxury yacht charter destination to host carnival
Dec 3rd, 2009Luxury yacht charter customers heading to the Dominican Republic early next year could take part in one of the Caribbean destination's oldest traditions. El Carnaval de La Vega has been running since the earliest European settlers arrived on the island in the early 16th century. Taking place in the …
British sailors released by Iran
Dec 2nd, 2009Luxury yacht charter customers may be glad to hear that five British sailors have been released by Iranian authorities after being arrested onboard their vessel. The Revolutionary Guards revealed in a statement that it was satisfied that the sailors' boat had entered the country's waters by mistake …
Caribbean cruiser given seven celebrity godmothers
Dec 2nd, 2009The largest cruise ship ever to sail the luxury yacht charter-friendly waters of the Caribbean was officially christened yesterday (December 1st). Royal Caribbean International named its mega-liner Oasis of the Seas, with the vessel being given the honour of having seven celebrity godmothers. It is …
Tennis fans are being given the opportunity to attend a prominent tournament as part of a themed trip to a popular luxury yacht charter destination. The Sony Ericsson Open Tennis Cruise will treat guests to lessons onboard, as well as stopovers in Miami, Mexico, Cozume, Belize and Grand Cayman on th…
Tennis star Serena Williams has been holidaying in a popular luxury yacht charter destination after being hit with a record fine for an outburst at a line judge in the US Open earlier this year. The American headed to Barbados with friends after being charged £50,000 and given a suspended ban f…
Sultry songstress Rihanna seems to be yearning for a taste of her Barbadian homeland after visiting a London Caribbean takeaway twice in a week. The singer was spotted at Ochi Caribbean in Shepherd's Bush ordering curry chicken and plain rice before attending a CASH Money record launch party for Jay…
Queen's Caribbean fashion sense praised
Dec 1st, 2009The Queen has been praised for her fashion choices during a recent visit to a favourite luxury yacht charter destination. She recently took a three-day trip to the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago, which was hosting a meeting of the Commonwealth heads of state. According to the Guardian, Quee…
Yacht record hopeful passes major landmark
Nov 30th, 2009The 16-year-old Australian schoolgirl hoping to become the youngest person in the world to single-handedly sail a yacht non-stop around the world has reached a major milestone in her trip. Jessica Watson and her 33-ft vessel Ella's Pink Lady rounded Kiritimati Island - also known as Christmas Island…
While a trip to the Caribbean, which is a popular luxury yacht charter destination, will put a smile on most people's faces, one celebrity's mood seemed somewhat stormy on a recent trip to Jamaica. Despite the sunshine and idyllic surroundings, Harry Potter star Emma Watson was in no frame of mind t…
Luxury yacht charter destination hosts CHOGM
Nov 30th, 2009The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) has taken place in favourite luxury yacht charter destination Trinidad and Tobago. Port of Spain on the Caribbean island nation was the host city for the 2009 summit, which took place from November 27th to 29th. Attended by Queen Elizabeth II, the…
The minister for tourism and civil aviation for St Lucia has been given a coveted award in recognition of his services to the holiday sector. Senator Allen Chastanet scooped the Caribbean Travel Personality of the Year prize for his efforts in attracting visitors to the popular luxury yacht charter …
A destination popular among luxury yacht charter customers is hoping to bring back the tourists in their droves after a difficult year for the industry. According to USA Today, the Caribbean island of St Thomas is seeking to attract visitors by offering special deals in order to reinvigorate the ind…
New novel set in luxury yacht charter destination
Nov 27th, 2009Those heading off to the Caribbean on a luxury private yacht charter break might be interested in a new novel set in the tropical archipelago. Described by the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian as "sexy" and "steamy", Four Saints and an Angel is set on the fictional Caribbean island…
Bollywood actress and Big Brother star Shilpa Shetty headed off to a popular luxury yacht charter destination this week for her honeymoon. The Indian married Raj Kundra in what was described as "the wedding of the decade", before heading off to the Caribbean. Their honeymoon will be spent …
Luxury yacht charter destination holds many wonders
Nov 26th, 2009Readers of the US publication Mercury News have been told of the joys offered by the Caribbean. The newspaper explored the wonders offered by the region, focusing on how cruises can help holidaymakers see multiple islands. Another way to visit a number of destinations is to embark on a luxury privat…
UK yacht crew still waiting to set sail
Nov 26th, 2009Four days after the other vessels managed to successfully set sail for Australia, both Cork and Hull & Humber remain on dry land after colliding at the beginning of the fourth leg of the Clipper Round-the-World yacht race. The amateur crews from the UK and Ireland found the experience to be far …
The Caribbean nation of St Vincent and the Grenadines is set to decide whether to keep Queen Elizabeth II as its monarch. Popular with luxury yacht charter customers, the islands' inhabitants will vote on whether to maintain their royal ties with the UK's monarchy, the Associated Press revealed. If …
Top 20 luxury yacht charter destinations
Nov 25th, 2009The Telegraph has compiled a list of 20 Caribbean destinations in which to enjoy a bargain break. It suggested that the best time to go is between January and April and pointed to Grenada's La Sagesse as an "isolated spot" that is "an escapist's dream". Another destination highli…
BA increases flights to luxury yacht charter destination
Nov 25th, 2009UK carrier British Airways has revealed that it has significantly increased the number of flights heading to the Caribbean island of Grenada. The firm explained it has doubled the frequency of summer flights to the tropical destination from London Gatwick to match its winter schedule. It means that …
The Caribbean island of St Barts has been tipped as a great luxury yacht charter destination for those who love their food and fashion. According to ABC News, the tiny land mass in the tropical archipelago is great for shops, with designer boutiques from the likes of Hermes and Roberto Cavalli opera…
APD punishing luxury yacht charter customers
Nov 24th, 2009The Air Passenger Duty (APD) imposed by the UK government is punishing yacht charter customers heading to the Caribbean and support for ditching it is increasing. The latest expert to criticise the levy is Air Berlin country manager Titus Johnson, who explained that the tax is not used for environme…
While most Australians will still be thinking of working off the pounds gained at Christmas dinner, hundreds of adventurous sailors will be boarding 112 yachts in Sydney on Boxing Day. The 65th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race will begin on December 26th and is set to be a great spectacle for those wa…
Drama as racing yachts collide
Nov 23rd, 2009The Hull & Humber and Cork yachts have had to return to harbour in South Africa after colliding at the start of the fourth leg of the Clipper Round-the-World Race. While none of the crew were hurt, both yachts are undergoing assessment and are likely to need repairs after the former's port aft q…
Abu Dhabi tipped as property hotspot
Nov 23rd, 2009Abu Dhabi has been named in a list of the top ten tips for foreign property investment in 2010. According to HomesOverseas.co.uk, the United Arab Emirates destination has good potential for those looking to acquire a holiday home in the next 12 months. The city hosted its first Formula One Grand Pri…
Dubai property prices 'could fall further'
Nov 23rd, 2009New research has suggested that property prices in Dubai could fall further over the coming months, with it taking up to a decade before the market returns to its previous high. According to the UBS figures, values could drop by between 20 and 30 per cent in the Arab emirate. However, Emirate Ventur…
British Virgin Islands Charter Yacht Show takes place
Nov 20th, 2009The British Virgin Islands (BVI) Charter Yacht Society recently hosted its 28th annual BVI Charter Yacht Show. Taking place in Tortola's Village Cay Marina from November 5th to 8th, the event was designed to allow those offering yacht charters the chance to connect with other industry parties. Aside…
While the drivers' and constructors' championship titles might have already been decided, the spectacular design of the Yas Marina circuit, coupled with its day-night setting, ensured the 2009 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix did not go unnoticed. As well as providing some exciting wheel-to-wheel action - parti…
Monte Carlo gearing up for Monaco GP 2010
Nov 20th, 2009Formula One fans may wish to put the weekend of May 14th to 16th 2010 in their diaries as this will see one of the most prestigious races of the year take place. The Formula One Grand Prix de Monaco has long been a great place to be seen and provides an excellent opportunity for luxury private yacht…
Barbados to host Caribbean jazz festival
Nov 19th, 2009The Caribbean island of Barbados is set to welcome locals, tourists and possibly a number of luxury yacht charter customers to its shores for the 2010 Barbados Jazz Festival. Taking place in the island's famous Bridgetown, the event will run from January 11th until January 17th. It will see some of …
Caribbean set to be popular this winter
Nov 19th, 2009As well as offering sun, sea and sand, the group of islands also has a favourable exchange rate, which travel firm On the Beach feels will be a major factor in its popularity among UK travellers. Figures from the firm show that bookings for the tropical archipelago are up by 16 per cent in 2009 and …
Australian yacht race set for launch
Nov 19th, 2009The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2009 will begin in earnest next week when more than 100 vessels will leave Sydney's Rushcutters Bay. The event will be launched on Tuesday November 24th and is expected to feature 116 yachts from Australia and around the word. As well as the UK, US and New Zealand,…
Global Superyacht Forum 2009 enters third day
Nov 18th, 2009Today (November 18th) marks the third day of the Global Superyacht Forum 2009, where delegates yesterday focused on how contracts are approached and constructed with regards to yacht building. Other sessions looked at applications of compensated gross tonnage; fire protection and safety; application…
Clipper yacht race prize-giving takes place in Cape Town
Nov 18th, 2009The third stage of the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race has been completed, with a prize-giving ceremony taking place in South Africa's Cape Town. Organiser Sir Robin Knox-Johnston - who was the first man to sail solo and non-stop around the world - greeted the sailors with a message of congratula…
Madoff yachts raise million for victims
Nov 18th, 2009Yesterday's auction of goods seized from convicted Ponzi scammer Bernie Madoff has raised more than £1 million that will go towards compensating his victims. Included in the $2 million (£1.2 million) sales were a number of yachts used by the former financier. His three boats fetched more t…
Madoff's yachts hit auction block
Nov 17th, 2009A trio of yachts once belonging to Bernard Madoff have gone to auction in the US, although photographs show they are far removed from the luxury charter vessels available for sailing in the Caribbean. The largest of the three is the 55-ft Rybovich, which was built in 1969 and designed for sport fish…
Depp gets pay rise for Pirates of the Caribbean 4
Nov 17th, 2009The chances a fourth instalment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise becoming a reality have been given a boost by the news that actor Johnny Depp has agreed a bumper pay deal. The star, who plays Captain Jack Sparrow, has been promised a minimum of £21 million for his part in the new movi…
Actress praises Caribbean as holiday destination
Nov 17th, 2009Actress Naomie Harris recently spoke to a national newspaper about her love of the Caribbean and how her career has led her to film there on a number of occasions. Having Jamaican ancestry, she revealed how her childhood was punctuated with a number of trips to the tropical archipelago. Since then, …
Royal Caribbean cruise ship stops traffic
Nov 17th, 2009The largest cruise ship ever to travel the Caribbean Sea - or any other body of water for that matter - has caused traffic jams during its first visit to what will become its home port in Florida. Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas will sail out of Port Everglades and take passengers around the eas…
Brits planning on getting their first taste of scuba diving while on a luxury yacht charter in the Caribbean will not be disappointed if they decide to continue the sport back in the UK. That is the opinion of the British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC), which said that British waters offer divers an experienc…
Sustainability 'should be through choice'
Nov 16th, 2009The Co-Operative Travel has suggested that travel companies should work together to take a common approach to battling climate change. Managing director Mike Greenacre explained that sustainability had to be a choice - not something that was imposed. "It has got to be something where a company …
The crew of Cork, Ireland are celebrating after claiming victory in the South Atlantic leg of the Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race.Following a few tough days at sea, the Irish yacht managed to hold onto its lead to speed into the home stretch to South Africa, with 20-year-old Marlon Jones at…
Caribbean bird removed from endangered species list
Nov 12th, 2009Nature lovers heading to the Caribbean on a private luxury yacht charter in the hope of seeing some tropical wildlife may be glad to hear that the brown pelican has been taken off the US Endangered Species Act list. It is the first time in more than three decades that the bird has been removed from …
Haiti inaugurates investment-friendly prime minister
Nov 12th, 2009The Caribbean nation of Haiti yesterday (Wednesday, November 11th) inaugurated new prime minister Jean Max-Bellerive, who immediately pledged to attract more investment to the area. The new leader explained that he would continue to build parliament in such a way as to stabilise the nation, which ha…
APD 'having a negative impact on UK travel industry'
Nov 12th, 2009The Air Passenger Duty (APD) rise that has caused uproar in the Caribbean travel industry could be damaging the UK market, it has been suggested. The way the tax is worked out has meant that visitors to the tropical archipelago end up paying more than those flying to the US - even though many parts …
Clipper crews experience tough days at sea
Nov 11th, 2009Crews taking part in the Clipper Round-the-World Race recently discovered that life on a racing boat is very different from that experienced on a luxury charter yacht cruising in the Caribbean. Those aboard the California have had to deal with the news that a shearing of the spindle holding their wh…
Caribbean restaurant praised
Nov 11th, 2009A Southampton newspaper has lavished praise on the food served at a local Caribbean restaurant. The Southern Daily Echo explained that while the family-owned Hudson's in St Mary's may not be the fanciest eatery around, it provides "a real sensory hit of someplace else, somewhere glorious, sun d…
New York Times highlights Caribbean love spots
Nov 11th, 2009The New York Times has published a list of the top ten most romantic Caribbean destinations. Number one on its list was Antigua and the Curtain Bluff resort - a place surrounded by coral reef that has been welcoming couples for more than 45 years. The all-inclusive hotel has two beaches and a 25,000…
Clipper yacht race begins recruitment for 2011
Nov 11th, 2009Despite the fact that the ten boats racing in the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race are still at sea battling it out to reach South Africa, recruitment has begun for the next event. The competition sees ten identical yachts sponsored by cities from all over the globe race around the earth, crewed m…
Record lottery winners to head to Caribbean
Nov 10th, 2009A couple who scooped £45.5 million on the lottery have sworn to spend some of their winnings on a number of trips to the Caribbean, according to the Times. Newport husband and wife Les Scadding and Samantha Peachey-Scadding shared the £91 million Euromillions jackpot with a syndicate of IT…
Caribbean hotels offer electronic stimulation
Nov 10th, 2009Caribbean hotels are latching on to children's love of electronic entertainment by providing a range of new attractions for youngsters. According to the New York Times, the Ritz-Carlton on Grand Cayman is offering kids aged eight and older the chance to write and produce short films on ocean ecology…
Newspaper explores Caribbean holiday stops
Nov 9th, 2009A national newspaper has suggested a number of Caribbean resorts that may interest British holidaymakers. Included in the list are Jamaica's Sandals Royal Caribbean and the Dominican Republic's Barcelo Premium. The former offers guests accommodation on a private island near Montego Bay - with its ow…
Caribbean island up for rent
Nov 9th, 2009Those wishing to enjoy a five night break on their own Caribbean island can now do so - for the bargain price of £208,099. According to the Press Association, that is how much it costs to take advantage of the British Virgin Island's "buy out" package. The 1,800-acre resort is availab…
Opinion in favour of protecting coral reefs
Nov 6th, 2009There is a remarkable consensus of opinion on the need to protect coral reefs, such as those in the Caribbean, by whatever means possible. According to a study from Oregon State University and the University of Hawaii, the vast majority of visitors to Hawaii's reefs are passionate about protecting s…
Change of leadership in Clipper Round-the-World Race
Nov 6th, 2009The competition between yachts in the Clipper Round-the-World Race is hotting up after a night-time switch of leaders. Irish vessel Cork overtook the UK's Hull & Humber after two days on its tail and is now attempting to build up a lead over its rivals. The boats are racing from Rio de Janeiro t…
Tories would abolish APD
Nov 6th, 2009A Conservative government would scrap the controversial Air Passenger Duty (APD) changes that have increased the cost of flying to the Caribbean. According to shadow transport minister Julian Brazier, the Tories intend to revisit the levy should they be voted in at the next general election, the Tel…
A meeting of almost 1,000 tourism industry specialists has taken place in St Lucia, with delegates discussing how best to increase the number of cruise visitors to the Caribbean. The 16th annual Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Conference & Trade Show was attended by a number of digni…
Adrien Hardy and Tanguy de Lamotte currently lead the Solidaire du Chocolat Caribbean yacht race. The pair are around half a day's sailing ahead of the chasing pack as they pass the tropical island of St Barts. Sailing in Initiatives-Bovedia, the competitors have benefited from favourable trade wind…
Welsh yacht harbour calls out for investment
Nov 5th, 2009While chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean may be the ideal winter break, a Welsh harbour is appealing for funding to keep it operational. According to BBC News, Conwy needs more than £220,000 to keep it the yacht harbour of choice in north Wales. The harbourmaster has written to the loca…
Oasis of the Seas spotted off UK coast
Nov 4th, 2009The world's largest cruise ship has been spotted off the coast of England after sailing from Denmark. Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas will spend much of its life exploring the tropical waters of the Caribbean, but stopped off near Southampton to drop off around 300 shipyard workers. It is on its…
The recent hike in rail prices has led to one ticket costing more than a flight to the Caribbean. According to the Independent, the £1,002 cost of a train journey from Newquay, Cornwall, to the Kyle of Lochalsh in the Scottish Highlands would easily cover a flight to the tropical archipelago. T…
Colchester celebrates Caribbean culture
Nov 4th, 2009Residents in Colchester were recently given a taste of the exotic in an African-Caribbean-themed family fun day. According to the Daily Gazette, the town was treated to music, food and fashion from a local cultural community group. Designed to coincide with Black History Month, the event was aimed a…
Caribbean becoming more popular
Nov 3rd, 2009The number of people heading to the Caribbean for some winter sun has risen this year, according to new statistics. Figures from On the Beach show that there was a 16 per cent year-on-year increase in travellers to the archipelago in October 2009. Data for all destinations show a rise of almost 40 p…
Classic vessel wins Lord Howe Island Yacht Race
Nov 3rd, 2009Ian Kiernan has won the Hempel Paints 36th Gosford to Lord Howe Island Yacht Race in the Tasman Sea. Sailing Sanyo Maris, Mr Keirnan took 12.5 hours to complete the final leg of the 414-nautical mile competition. His 51-year-old classic vessel proved there is still life in it by winning its second s…
Celebrity chefs cook for charity in Caribbean
Nov 3rd, 2009Some of the world's top chefs and winemakers have been converging in the Caribbean as part of a charity fundraising drive. The brainchild of Meals on Wheels founder Ajit George, the series of events have attracted a number of rich and famous guests, according to the Telegraph. The Winemakers' Dinner…
Mexican beach restoration plan hits snag
Nov 2nd, 2009Those considering taking a break at a luxury Caribbean coastal resort in Mexico may decide to opt for a yacht charter trip instead after it emerged a plan to replenish sand on the country's beaches has hit a snag. The £45 million scheme has been delayed after it was revealed that removing 6.2 m…
Tickets go on sale for Caribbean cricket tournament
Nov 2nd, 2009Tickets for the ICC World Twenty20 2010 have gone on sale after a launch at Barbados' Kensington Oval. The finals will begin on May 16th 2010 and tournament director Robert Bryan revealed the West Indies is already gearing up for the event. He said the beginning of ticket sales showed it was time to…
Caribbean 1,500 Rally begins today
Nov 2nd, 2009Fans of sailing may be interested to hear that the Caribbean 1,500 Rally began today (November 2nd). Now in its 20th year, the Cruising Rally Association's premiere event is the longest-running of its kind in the Americas. More than 1,000 vessels have taken part over the years, clocking up more than…
Cricket officials to meet in Barbados
Oct 30th, 2009The Caribbean island of Barbados is set to host the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the regional project team for the West Indies-based 2010 World Twenty20 competition this weekend. A cocktail reception will take place at Kensington Oval on Saturday (October 31st), allowing delegates to disc…
Yacht directory relaunched ahead of Florida show
Oct 30th, 2009A document packed with information for yacht and luxury boat owners has been relaunched. The SuperYachts Directory has been restyled and published in time for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show which began yesterday (October 29th). The guide lists a variety of super yachts and products asso…
Oasis of the Seas almost ready to sail
Oct 29th, 2009Work on the world's largest cruise ship is almost complete, with the Oasis of the Seas having been handed over to new owners Royal Caribbean. The vessel will do most of its sailing in the Caribbean Sea - a popular destination for luxury yacht charter customers. It features 16 decks and can sleep up …
Dominican Republic to open supertrail
Oct 29th, 2009Luxury yacht charter customers heading to the Caribbean could soon be able to take on the challenge of hiking the length of the Dominican Republic. Work on the 115-mile Waitukubuli National Trail is set to be completed within the next two years and visitors to the region will be able to explore the …
Debate over Caribbean APD continues
Oct 29th, 2009The debate over the UK's Air Passenger Duty (APD) system looks set to rumble on, with a prominent Caribbean travel expert urging Brits to take action. Caribbean Tourism Organisation spokeswoman Carol Hay explained that the tax is unfair on those flying to the Caribbean as the banding means a family …
Yachts embark on next leg of round-the-world race
Oct 28th, 2009The ten yachts competing in the Clipper Round-the-World Race have left Brazil's Rio de Janeiro bound for South Africa's Cape Town. Crews have already negotiated the first two legs of the competition, in which they sailed from Hull, UK, to France's La Rochelle and then across the Atlantic to Brazil. …
Dominican casino launches new technology
Oct 28th, 2009A recently opened casino is hoping to attract Caribbean luxury yacht charter customers with it real-time remote roulette gaming technology. The Sosua Bay Grand Casino, which opened last weekend (October 25th), is the first facility in the Dominican Republic to introduce the equipment. Caribbean Casi…
Figures from holidaylettings.co.uk show the island has more vacation homes for rent than any other in the region. However, spokeswoman Kate Stinchcombe explained that demand has been reduced by the recession. "Perhaps the greatest obstacle to holidaymakers trying to reach the Caribbean is air p…
New Caribbean casino opens
Oct 27th, 2009Yacht charter customers heading to the Caribbean can now make use of the archipelago's newest casino. The Sosua Bay Grand Casino opened on Saturday (October 24th) in the Dominican Republic and will now welcome yacht charter customers throughout the year. Its opening ceremony was packed full of revel…
Newspaper distributes Caribbean snorkelling tips
Oct 27th, 2009A Canadian newspaper has been extolling the virtues of snorkelling in the Caribbean. The Toronto Star listed a number of hotspots for donning masks, fins and snorkels and exploring the wonders of the sea. It said the Turks and Caicos offer "pristine conditions" with shallow reefs housing h…
Operators increase Caribbean flights
Oct 26th, 2009A national newspaper has noted that, even though many travel operators are cutting the number of routes offered, some are increasing flights to the Caribbean. The Daily Mail pointed out that British Airways' bi-weekly service from the UK to the Dominican Republic begins today (October 26th). Passeng…
Aruba investing in tourism
Oct 26th, 2009The Caribbean island of Aruba has stepped up its drive to attract tourists in recent years. According to the Washington Post, it has invested heavily in the industry, with new hotels and facilities earmarked for completion over the next three years. A new Cuban jazz club called Mr Jazz and Morgan's …
Entrepreneurs look to Caribbean for investment opportunities
Oct 26th, 2009A number of entrepreneurs have been paying attention to a Caribbean island with a view to investing in the region, it has been reported. According to the Irish Times, a delegation of Haitian policymakers attended the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards after a group of Irish businessme…
Aruba to become top sport fishing destination
Oct 23rd, 2009Luxury yacht charters give holidaymakers the chance to relax as they cruise the Caribbean, while still having the option of participating in a range of thrilling activities. Aside from its wonderful climate and beautiful scenery, the island of Aruba is set to become one of the best sport fishing des…
Caribbean tourist operators 'suffering due to recession'
Oct 23rd, 2009Those embarking on a luxury yacht charter in the Caribbean this winter may find that the beaches and attractions are quieter than normal. According to the Jamaican Observer, the eddect of the financial downturn has impacted the archipelago's tourism industry. It quoted Caribbean Hotel and Tourism As…
Caribbean yacht patron continues story
Oct 23rd, 2009Luxury yacht charters give holidaymakers the chance to relax as they cruise the Caribbean, while still having the option of participating in a range of thrilling activities.Writing on Slate.com, Mr Stevenson, who took a short course in yacht piloting before heading to the archipelago, explained how …
Londoners to get taste of Caribbean
Oct 22nd, 2009Shoppers in London are now able to get a taste of the exotic with the release of Caribbean Food Delights at Asda. Jamaican high commissioner Burchell Whiteman launched the Caribbean Savouries range of Jamaican patties, which has added jerk chicken and chicken curry to its options. He said he was &qu…
Luxury yacht Octopus spotted in Durban
Oct 22nd, 2009Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen could be in Durban, South Africa, for the Academy of Sciences' Developing World Science and Technology Conference after it was reported his super yacht has been spotted in the harbour. Allen, who left the software company in 1983, has parked his 127-metre Octopus in t…
Clipper yacht race round two finishes early
Oct 22nd, 2009The second round of the Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race has been completed, with Team Finland taking first place. It was followed by Spirit of Australia and Jamaica Lighting Bolt, which made up the top three teams in the race from La Rochelle, France, to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Other boats to cro…
Caribbean coral 'should be protected'
Oct 21st, 2009Yacht charter customers in the Caribbean could see a reduction in the range of spots they are allowed to dive in if one organisation has its way. The Centre for Biological Diversity has filed a formal petition asking for 83 coral species to be protected under the Endangered Species Act. While some o…
Novice sailor recounts Caribbean experience
Oct 21st, 2009Last week, Seth Stevenson wrote on Slate.com of his experience in learning to sail a yacht. He has continued his story by telling how, after his initial apprehension, he has come to love the catamaran he hired in Tortola. Mr Stevenson explained how he, his partner and two friends took the vessel to …
Watson embarks on round-the-world record attempt
Oct 20th, 2009Young yacht record hopeful Jessica Watson has finally embarked on her round-the-world sailing trip. The 16-year-old Australian is hoping to become the youngest ever sailor to circumnavigate the globe non-stop without assistance. She left Sydney on Sunday, despite mixed opinions on whether the sailin…
Caribbean yacht charter customers may wish to take their snorkelling adventures to the next level by visiting a new attraction. Work to create Mexico's Subaquatic Sculpture Museum is set to begin next month, which will see around 400 artworks placed underwater near the Yucatan Peninsular. The move i…
Jamaica to hold music festival
Oct 20th, 2009JYacht charter customers cruising the Caribbean this December may be interested in attending a live music event in Jamaica. The Caribbean Holidaze festival is set to take place in the country for the final time after organisers announced it will be moved to a new location next year. It has taken pla…
Piloting a chartered yacht in the Caribbean
Oct 19th, 2009A recent article on Slate.com has recounted the writer's experience of chartering a yacht in the Virgin Islands. Seth Stevenson explained how he took a short yacht sailing course in Virginia with his girlfriend before planning their trip to the Caribbean. He explained how, once they arrived in Torto…
Caribbean to host yacht race
Oct 19th, 2009Those chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean this February may get the chance to see a prestigious race. The Royal Ocean Racing Club Caribbean 600 begins in Antigua on February 22nd, with boats racing 605 miles around the archipelago. A number of renowned yachts are set to take part, including t…
Christmas luxury yacht charters in the Caribbean
Oct 16th, 2009With Halloween at the end of this month, the next big holidays are Christmas and New Year. The festive season can bring the usual trials and tribulations of stretching yourself to visit all your relatives while still trying to enjoy the time off. However, those seeking a winter with a difference may…
Sunreef to launch new super yacht
Oct 16th, 2009Yacht charter customers may be interested to hear that Sunreef is set to launch a new sailing super yacht. The Sunreef 92 Double Deck will be topped with a 40 sq m fly bridge inspired by some of the world's most decadent private vessels. It will be kitted out with a Jacuzzi, two wet bars, dining tab…
US newspaper praises Caribbean
Oct 16th, 2009A US newspaper has been extolling the virtues of the Caribbean as a "perfect paradise" holiday location. The Montreal Gazette claimed Jamaica is the "heart and soul of the islands", packed full of activities and nightlife. However, it recommended St Lucia for its rainforest and v…
Watson yacht record bid held up by weather
Oct 15th, 2009Those chartering a luxury yacht usually choose to head somewhere with a great climate, but it is the weather that is curtailing a young sailor's world record attempt in Australia. Jessica Watson - a 16-year-old Queensland resident - is hoping to become the youngest person ever to sail around the wor…
Newspaper highlights Caribbean diving paradise
Oct 15th, 2009A national newspaper has highlighted the diving delights offered by the Caribbean. While the archipelago is known for its tropical weather, sandy beaches and lush, beautiful islands, the Daily Mail noted there is a whole other side to discover underwater. It focused on the island of Saba, which is l…
Controversy over 1983 yacht race continues
Oct 15th, 2009The yacht racing world is facing a resurfacing of controversy that has raged since Australia II prized the America's Cup from the New York Yacht Club's 126-year stranglehold in 1983. Ben Lexcen was credited for the revolutionary winged keel design of the vessel, but the US organisation later contest…
St Kitts tourism 'set to boom in 2010'
Oct 14th, 2009St Kitts is on the right track for an influx of UK tourists, it has been suggested. The small Caribbean island is set to enjoy a strong year in 2010 thanks to British Airways announcing an increased number of flights to the destination, TravelMole reported. Winter yacht charter customers may be able…
Calls for Caribbean air duty to be reviewed
Oct 14th, 2009Those planning on chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean may be interested to hear that the House of Lords has called for a review of the proposed rise in air passenger duty on flights to the area. According to the Daily Mail, Liberal Democrat Lord Newby has branded the idea of taxing those flyi…
Church and Henson enjoy luxury yacht
Oct 14th, 2009A UK magazine has reported on the luxury yacht owned by celebrity couple Gavin Henson and Charlotte Church. The rugby player and pop singer have an £800,000 vessel moored at Swansea Marina, according to Hello. Called Sketchy, the motorboat was a purchase Church had wanted for years, the magazin…
Pirates of the Caribbean star named as Unicef ambassador
Oct 13th, 2009Brits may have enjoyed seeing Orlando Bloom sail around one of the world's most beautiful and renowned archipelagos in the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, but the actor has recently taken on a more serious role. United Nations children's organisation Unicef has confirmed that the 32-year-old has be…
School children educated about Caribbean culture
Oct 13th, 2009School children in Middlesex have been given a taste of the Caribbean as part of Black History celebrations in the area. According to the Enfield Independent, Oakwood Primary School learned about the archipelago and carnival celebrations. Each year group was given a different island to study, while …
School children educated about Caribbean culture
Oct 13th, 2009School children in Middlesex have been given a taste of the Caribbean as part of Black History celebrations in the area. According to the Enfield Independent, Oakwood Primary School learned about the archipelago and carnival celebrations. Each year group was given a different island to study, while …
Pirates of the Caribbean star named as Unicef ambassador
Oct 13th, 2009Brits may have enjoyed seeing Orlando Bloom sail around one of the world's most beautiful and renowned archipelagos in the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, but the actor has recently taken on a more serious role. United Nations children's organisation Unicef has confirmed that the 32-year-old has be…
Investment in the Dominican Republic could see it become the Caribbean destination of choice for Brits in the coming year, it has been suggested. According to the Guardian, the island is tipped to become the coolest place in the archipelago in 2010, thanks to the new hotel and resort developments, a…
Man with 'world's greatest job' to tour islands
Oct 12th, 2009The man who was awarded what was claimed to be the greatest job on earth will this week begin a tour of the southern islands of the Great Barrier Reef. Ben Southall, who won a competition to become Tourism Queensland's island caretaker, will spend much of his time snorkelling, fishing and bushwalkin…
Dominicans upset over new beach laws
Oct 12th, 2009Residents in the Dominican Republic have reportedly been angered by a new constitutional amendment that allows private property owners to buy parts of beaches and rivers. A number of disgruntled Dominicans turned up in beach wear with surfboards and coolers outside congress on Friday, according to t…
New guide to Caribbean released
Oct 9th, 2009Brits considering chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean may be interested to hear a new guide to the archipelago has been released. The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) has produced the 52-page Guide to the Caribbean in the hope of attracting UK holidaymakers to destinations such as Jamaica…
Caribbean diving hotspots revealed
Oct 9th, 2009A US website has created a list of five top diving spots in the Caribbean - which may interest those chartering a luxury yacht in the archipelago. Number one on the Atlanta Journal Constitution list is shore diving in the Netherlands Antilles. It explained Bonaire has had a shore diving industry for…
Super-rich still value their super-yachts
Oct 9th, 2009The global recession has made little impact on the demand for super-yachts, it has been claimed. Monte Carlo Luxury Yachts broker George Fortune said that the market is driven primarily by those for whom money is no object and who are keen to show off their wealth by owning the biggest boat on the w…
Reconstruction almost completed on 9th-century yacht
Oct 9th, 2009A vessel being constructed in Oman is about as far removed from today's luxury yachts - such as the SY RM Elegant - as you can get. According to Yachting Monthly, the Jewel of Muscat project - in which a ninth century ship is being re-built using only methods used at the time of its initial launch -…
See the Caribbean aboard the luxurious CaryAli
Oct 8th, 2009With the arrival of October, some may be looking forward to the prospect of winter sun. Heading off to the Caribbean on a private yacht charter could be the perfect way to rejuvenate after a hard year. Those wishing to explore Antigua, St Barts and the surrounding islands may consider the CaryAli - …
British sailors return after four-year honeymoon
Oct 8th, 2009A British couple have recently returned to the UK after a honeymoon they will never forget. Dave and Hazel McCabe set sail four years ago aboard their 50ft vessel, taking in Europe, Africa, the Canary Islands and the Caribbean on their travels. The pair were married in 2005 and travelled around 14,0…
Pirates of the Caribbean 4 details released
Oct 8th, 2009Details of the plotline for the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean movie have been revealed, with author Tim Powers confirming the film will be based on one of his novels. He explained to the Los Angeles Times that Disney had optioned his book On Stranger Tides, which he penned in 1987 and features pir…
SY Matelot set for Saint Barthelemy this winter
Oct 7th, 2009Yachting enthusiasts looking for a boat to charter under the warm Caribbean sun need look no further than the SY Matelot.At 80ft in length (24.4m) and with three cabins, the SY Matelot has space for six people, with two berths available in the state cabin and four more to be found in two twin rooms.…
RM Elegant super yacht ideal for visiting Costa Rica
Oct 7th, 2009Brits planning to charter a yacht for a large number of guests may consider opting for a super yacht such as the MY RM Elegant.Capable of sleeping up to 30 guests, the luxurious vessel has its own pool for relaxing in, while a formal dining area is perfect for hosting dinner parties.The yacht could …
UK sailing team looks to break record
Oct 7th, 2009A UK-based team of sailors is hoping to break the outright speed sailing record in Namibia over the coming weeks. Vestas Sailrocket has a 28-day window in which to achieve its goal in what will be the vessel's final attempt at the record of 51.38 knots. An attempt yesterday (October 6th) ended in di…
Tech-friendly over-50s could charter the RM Elegant
Oct 7th, 2009More mature travellers are embracing technology while on vacation, it has been claimed. Gap Year for Grown Ups said those over the age of 50 are now more likely than ever to engage with email and social networking while travelling. Those who love to use technology while exploring new countries may d…
Catch some winter sun aboard the SY Amanzi
Oct 7th, 2009Holiday firm On the Beach has predicted that Brits will look to head abroad during the colder months for some winter sun. "We recently surveyed 2,000 UK customers asking them about their plans for 2010, and more than 70 per cent said they would be holidaying abroad," explained marketing di…
The Louis Vuitton Trophy regatta will have British representation in the form of the America's Cup sailing crew Team Origin. Taking place from November 7th, the Nice event will see eight teams from around the world battle it out for supremacy. There will be four other venues used for the competition…
Young sailors introduced to joys of yachts
Oct 6th, 2009Some of the next generation of sailors were recently given free lessons in Dover Water Sports Centre. Although their experience may have differed somewhat from those who charter luxury yachts around the Caribbean, the 44 kids reportedly enjoyed themselves. According to the Royal Yacht Association, t…
Watson round the world attempt back on
Oct 6th, 2009An Australian woman hoping to become the youngest person in the world to circumnavigate the globe single-handedly in a yacht looks set to begin her journey at last. The voyage was called into question after 16-year-old Jessica Watson's vessel crashed into a cargo ship on the first night of a trial r…
With two state cabins and an additional double room, the SY Cookielicious affords up to six people the opportunity to cruise the summer Mediterranean Sea.Built by Oyster in 2007, the yacht comes with a number of special features to ensure those on board can relax in style away from the stresses of m…
Round the world yacht race 'hard work for crews'
Oct 2nd, 2009Almost three weeks after the Clipper Round-the-World Race set off from Hull, BBC News has been reporting on life aboard the sailboats. It explained the experience is far removed from the luxury associated with charter yacht trips. The vessels are currently travelling from the French port of La Roche…
Take the Predator 130 around the Caribbean
Oct 1st, 2009Brits planning a trip around the Caribbean may consider taking it aboard a Sunseeker Predator 130. The performance yachts can be chartered for up to ten guests and are serviced by eight crew members, who can guide passengers on their journey around the tropical islands. Equally at home in shallow wa…
Predator 64 ideal for Italian Riviera cruising
Oct 1st, 2009Yacht charter customers wishing to look good while cruising the Italian Riviera may try the Sunseeker Predator 64 for their next trip. Capable of accommodating up to six guests and one crew member, the 20.1 metre boat is able to reach speeds of up to 35 knots, making hopping between destinations lik…
Brits wishing to travel the French Riviera in style might consider a yacht charter aboard one of Sunseeker's newest additions. The eye-catching Sunseeker 88 Yacht is 26.88 metres in length and is sure to impress onlookers as you sail between destinations such as San Tropez and Cannes. Up to ten gues…
Jeanneau 57 yacht combines comfort and technology
Sep 30th, 2009Earlier this year, Jeanneau released a new vessel carrying the company's trade name as its brand name. The Jeanneau 57 sailing boat is an extension of the yacht maker's Sun Odyssey range and is aimed at providing a combination of comfort and technology. Created by renowned designers Philippe Briand …
New yachts enter TP52 World Championships
Sep 30th, 2009Two new crews are set to pilot yachts in the TP52 World Championships this year. In total, ten vessels will compete for the trophy, with the competition set to begin in Mallorca next week. The UK's Henri-Lloyd Weapon of Choice will be joined by French outfit Paprec Recyclage. Both boats have sailed …
Beneteau 35-ft First - the versatile choice
Sep 30th, 2009Yacht charter customers searching for a vessel with versatility should look no further than the Beneteau 35-ft First. Although it is designed for cruising, the sailboat is adaptable for racing and dexterous enough for any sea, the yacht maker claims. With two spacious double cabins and a saloon matc…
Oceanis yachts - ideal for family charters
Sep 30th, 2009Those considering heading off on a yacht charter holiday may opt for one of the latest models from Benteau. The boat maker has a range of vessels to cater for many tastes, with elegance and comfort provided in all. Its 50-ft Oceanis and Oceanis Family models are similar yachts aimed at different mar…
Oceanis yacht could be ideal family choice
Sep 29th, 2009A rich, glossy wood interior lends a feeling of understated class and style to the Beneteau Oceanis 43 Family yacht. The boat is available in two different versions, making it an ideal option for families or groups looking for a holiday with a difference. A choice of either three double cabins and t…
Bavaria to launch 4-cabin 45 Cruiser
Sep 29th, 2009Those planning a sailing holiday using a chartered yacht may find the Bavaria 45 Cruiser an accommodating vessel. Bavaria recently released its 32 Cruiser, but its big brother could provide a more spacious setting for a boating trip. With an attractive design implemented to the last detail, the Crui…
Yacht firm Lagoon shows off vessels
Sep 29th, 2009Boat maker Lagoon has been showcasing some of the vessels available for yacht charter at the La Rochelle Grand Pavois boat show, which finished on Monday (September 28th). Visitors were able to see its 400 and 421 models, among others at the event in France. The former is described as a "very c…
New Jeanneau yachts 'ideal for the connoisseur'
Sep 29th, 2009The yacht charter connoisseur should enjoy the latest models from Jeanneau. Built with the passionate sailor in mind, the 2010 Sun Odyssey 42DS and Sun Odyssey 33i are created to cater for those with a love of exploring the seas in a quality yacht. The former offers a three-part cockpit on its saloo…
O'Leary beats father to yacht win
Sep 28th, 2009Nicholas O'Leary has once again beaten his father Anthony to the Helmsman's Silver Salver trophy at the Irish Sailing Association All-Ireland Sailing Championships. The Cork yacht racing event saw a tightly-contested competition, which had to be extended due to inhospitable weather conditions. Despi…
'Enjoy the experience' of staying on a yacht
Sep 28th, 2009A national newspaper has explored the merits of holidaying aboard a yacht. The Observer examined the services of one of the many companies offering accommodation in moored vessels around the world. It explained that customers of Stays Afloat get to stay onboard a private yacht, but are unable to tak…
Yacht record attempt naysayers 'are sexist'
Sep 28th, 2009The mother of an Australian schoolgirl planning to become the youngest person ever to sail around the world single-handedly has hit out at the naysayers. Julie Watson - mum to 16-year-old Jessica - said those calling her daughter's ability and experience into question were "sexist". She re…
Bavaria launches new value Cruiser 32
Sep 28th, 2009To "provide the best yacht, at the best value and quality, engineered and manufactured at the world's most modern shipyard". That was the brief given to designers of Bavaria Yachts' new Cruiser 32, according to the company's chief executive officer Andres Cardenas, who helped launch the v…
British pair wins silver at 49er sailing competition
Sep 6th, 2009Paul Brotherton and Mark Asquith claimed silver at the 49er European Championship sailing event in Zadar, Croatia this week.The pair, who were competing together for the first time in six years, got off to a strong start finishing second only to the Italian team of Pietro and Gianfranco Sibello.Aust…
A fleet of amateur clipper sailors preparing to compete in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race have seen what effect bad weather can have on the best laid plans.According to the Yorkshire Post, the ten-strong fleet should have been competing in the Pilgrim Cup, a race from Gosport to Grimsby this…
Man and cat in yachting rescue
Sep 4th, 2009A man and his cat were rescued by the Belfast Coastguard service after adverse weather left their 22ft yacht striken.According to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) the distress call was made in the afternoon yesterday (September 3rd) after the vessel, named Shaffa, suffered engine failure.Cam…
Moscow set to welcome yachters
Sep 4th, 2009The Burevestnik Boat Show in Moscow, Russia gets underway today (September 4th) and will unite fans of luxury yachts in the city.Since the fall of communism in Russia, yachts have become one of the symbolic images of wealth and success and the event will doubtlessly draw the business elite to the ar…
Round the world clipper fleet heads to Grimsby
Sep 4th, 2009The ten crews set to compete in this year's Clipper Round-the-World Yacht Race are arriving in Grimsby for a weekend of joviality ahead of their voyage.The Hull & Humber will likely be the star attraction for local yacht fans as it carries the region's hopes with it in the race.Michael Rouse, pa…
Dame Ellen MacArthur set for Southampton
Sep 3rd, 2009The Southampton Boat Show draws ever nearer and the list of attractions for yachting fans grows ever larger with the announcement that Dame Ellen MacArthur will attend.Ms MacArthur will attend the show on September 11th as it welcomes the young crew of the Ellen MacArthur Trust Skandia Round Britain…
A French yacht is set to undertake an 81,000 nautical mile journey in an effort to map the effects of climate change on marine organisms.The 36-metre double-masted yacht schooner Tara will undertake the voyage that retraces and expands upon the historic journey that Darwin took in the 1830's, accord…
Luxury yacht smuggling case in Russia
Sep 2nd, 2009Nine people have been arrested in Russia over allegations of yacht smuggling, it has been revealed.Ivestigators are said to have noted (September 2nd) that an organized crime group consisting of several high levels managers were involved in maritime crime.Among the names was Andrei Lomakin - the gen…
Moonen 124 launching at Monaco Yacht Show
Sep 2nd, 2009Yacht manufacturer Moonen will be launching its all new 124 at the Monaco Yacht Show.Monaco, one of the world's most famous yacht charter destinations, will play host to the event in September and will welcome some of the most prestigious boat builders in the industry.The new ship by Moonen measures…
Tullett Prebon confirmed as London Boat Show sponsor
Sep 2nd, 2009The main sponsor for the London International Boat Show 2010 has been named as Tullett Prebon.It has been announced that the managing director of National Boat Shows (NBS), which organises the event, Andrew Williams has agreed a deal with the chief executive of the inter-dealer broker (IDB) firm.Mr …
Clipper fleet forced into port
Sep 1st, 2009With the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race set to begin in little over two weeks, the fleet have been forced to dock in Brighton as they make their way to the Humber.This is Hull and east Riding.co.uk reports that after setting off from Gosport in Portsmouth, the ten vessels had to make port in Bri…
Disabled yachtswoman sets solo sailing record
Sep 1st, 2009A 37-year-old disabled sailor has become the first quadriplegic woman to sail solo around the UK.Hilary Lister, from Kent, sailed into Dover harbour today to set the record and has been hailed as "inspirational" by her spokesman Paul Taroni.Ms Lister said: "I'm hugely proud of the tea…
South coast of France attractive to Britons
Aug 28th, 2009Those chartering a yacht this summer may choose the southern coast of France as a destination after the popularity of the area was highlighted by a travel expert.Areas such as Monaco and St Tropez have long been established as favourite areas for yachters and the country has not lost its luster for …
13-year-old round world yachter taken into care
Aug 28th, 2009Laura Dekker, the 13-year-old Dutch sailor who was set to attempt a round-the-world solo voyage has been taken into care.Social workers from the Utrecht District in Holland have taken away the rights of the girl's parents to hold sole responsibility for decisions regarding her future.Although Ms Dek…
Sophie Ellis Bextor to open Southampton Boat Show
Aug 28th, 2009Pop singer Sophie Ellis Bextor is set to open the 2009 Southampton International Boat Show on September 11th.Ms Ellis Bextor will host the opening of the show as well as posing for photographs and cutting the ribbon to officially get the event underway.The stunning star will take time out from recor…
Baltic Yacht Show set for Croatia
Aug 28th, 2009The emergence of Croatia as a yacht charter destination is set to continue as it hosts the Adriatic Boat Show in September.From September 17th to 21st, a host of vessels will feature at the event, which is designed to promote both the superyacht tourism sector and Croatian boat building.It is the se…
Red Arrows to soar at Monaco Yacht Show
Aug 27th, 2009The British Red Arrows display team will once again perform over the skies of Monaco at this years Yacht Show.Royal Air Force pilots will fly the red jets in a 30 minute display at Monaco Harbour.Tom Chant, international development manager for Superyacht UK (SYUK): "We are pleased to have the …
US Navy reveals barnacle beating device
Aug 27th, 2009Scientists working for the US navy have come up with a solution to one of its most financially crushing enemies - barnacles.Yachters will know the problems caused by barnacles and slimy residue that gathers on hulls, a problem that costs the US navy an estimated $500 million annually, according to t…
Living on yacht to avoid 'corporateocracy'
Aug 27th, 2009A New Zealand man has taken to the waves permanently in an effort to avoid what he calls 'corporateocracy'.Sam Mitchell, a sea-kayak guide from the Nelson region of the country, began living in his vessel in September 2008 and believes that it is "real living," reports the Nelson Mail.On t…
Luxury yacht thief caught
Aug 27th, 2009A French military deserter has been caught after embarking on a thievery tour involving luxury yachts.Operating in some of the most glamorous yacht charter destinations around France, including Cannes and the Cote d'Azur, the soldier employed his sailing skills he learned as a boy in Polynesia, repo…
President Obama arrives in yachting area
Aug 26th, 2009US president Barack Obama has arrived in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts to take a break with his family.The Vineyard is widely known as a popular area for the rich and famous and is host to a number of multi-million pound homes.Mr Obama and his family have rented a 28-acre estate on the island and…
Yachtsmen safe and well after sea rescue
Aug 26th, 2009The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has rescued two yachtsmen off the coast of Bangor, it has been announced.After an 18-hour ordeal in high winds and heavy rain their 27-foot yacht was towed to Bangor Marina.The vessel of the stricken pair had experienced engine trouble before getting st…
Chinese lanterns causing trouble for coastguards
Aug 26th, 2009The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has urged people using Chinese lanterns to warn local coastguard services before releasing them.An increase in the popularity of the airborn lights, which are considered a source of good luck in China, has caused a worrying amount of incidents including being mista…
Young sailor to set round-the-world solo record
Aug 26th, 2009A British teenager is set to become the youngest ever sailor to circumnavigate the globe solo in a yacht.After a 30,000-mile voyage 17-year-old Mike Perham is set to become a record breaker this week but still may have turbulent seas ahead of him.He is set to enter British waters once again but is d…
Skippers warned over 'drink-sailing' risks
Aug 25th, 2009Skippers have once again been warned of the dangers of sailing while under the influence of alcohol after a trawler captain ran aground off the English coast.The risks of drink-driving have long been apparent thanks to years of tough policing and high-profile advertising campaigns. When it comes to …
Social workers in Holland are to take the parents of a 13-year-old yachting enthusiast to court in a bid to prevent her from being allowed to sail around the world on her own. Laura Dekkler first learned to sail at the age of six and has been heading out onto the open seas on her own since the age o…
King of Norway joins Wirral yacht club
Aug 25th, 2009The King of Norway has accepted an invitation to become an honorary member of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club.The club, which is one of the oldest in the UK and dates back to 1844, has long boasted royal ties.Queen Victoria was appointed its first patron, a position that is currently occupied by the Duk…
Geri Halliwell recreates Titanic in Sardinia
Aug 25th, 2009Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell has been photographed recreating a famous scene from Titanic onboard a yacht in Sardinia.Ginger Spice was spotted on the bow of the vessel with her arms held out by boyfriend Henry Beckwith, reminiscent of a similar pose by Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio in the h…
Shelley Jory, the reigning queen of women's world powerboat racing, is set to team up with legendary yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston to take on the Cowes-Torquay-Cowes powerboat race.The pair are set to compete side-by-side in the event, which is thought to be one of the hardest one-day endurance …
Lifejacket proves worth in Swansea
Aug 24th, 2009The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has once again heralded the importance of lifejackets after an incident involving the Swansea Coastguard on a mooring near Instow Beach.After falling into the water while attempting to board a vessel, a man was kept afloat by a lifejacket when he was unable to get …
Harbours in the Solent at risk from seaweed crisis
Aug 24th, 2009One of the most popular yachting areas in Britain is at risk from an unprecedented spread of seaweed.According to the Environmental Agency, sewage and fertilisers from agricultural land is to blame for hundreds of acres of mudflats and waterways being coated with thick layers of floating algae.The s…
Edinburgh yacht saved by Coastguard
Aug 21st, 2009A yacht that had come loose from its moorings had to be towed to safety yesterday (August 20th). The Edinburgh-based vessel was heading towards the Forth Rail Bridge when it was rescued. A spokesperson for the Coastguard told the Edinburgh News: "We had no way of knowing whether this boat was o…
Government to curtail smoking on yacht charters
Aug 21st, 2009New government regulations could be set to put an end to smoking on chartered yachts, according to a report.The move follows the ban on smoking in public places which was introduced in 2007 and could be extended to vessels which have more than one staff members on board.This could have implications …
Southampton Boat Show ticket sales surge
Aug 21st, 2009Construction for next month's Southampton International Boat Show is underway and ticket sales are said to be up on last year, it has been revealed.The Southern Daily Echo reports that organisers of the yachting event have reported t a 30 per cent year-on-year increase in ticket sales.So far 6,000 h…
Ibizan yacht holiday for Naomi Campbell
Aug 21st, 2009Naomi Campbell has been enjoying the high-life on the deck of a superyacht owned by Sir Philip Green.The 39-year-old from London was spotted looking every inch the supermodel in a stylish swimsuit with billionaire boyfriend Vladislav Doronin.Sir Philip Green also joined the pair and a report by Hell…
Croatian yacht charter for Beyonce
Aug 19th, 2009Singing sensation Beyonce Knowles has been chartering a yacht off the coast of Dubrovnik in Croatia.Looking curvaceous and beautiful the Bootylicious performer got the cameras snapping by wearing a red bikini as she enjoyed the Adriatic waters.Holidaying with her rap mogul husband Jay-Z, Miss Knowle…
RYA Sailability Multi Class Regatta toasted as a success
Aug 19th, 2009The latest annual Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Sailability Multi Class Regatta took place last weekend (August 14th to 16th) and has been heralded as a triumph by the organisation.The regatta, which aims to bring together disabled and able bodied sailors, welcomed 94 yachtsmen and women from all…
Rupert Murdoch puts yacht up for charter
Aug 18th, 2009Media mogul Rupert Murdoch has made his luxury yacht Rosehearty available for charter - for a cool £190,000 a week.At 183 ft the superyacht will give those who can spare the vast sum of money a spacious place to enjoy their summer holiday.The vessel houses five suites which can hold up to ten g…
Tony Blair entertained on Rising Sun superyacht
Aug 17th, 2009Ex-prime minister Tony Blair has been enjoying the high-life onboard a 453 ft superyacht named Rising Sun.The yacht is co-owned by Oracle software chief executive Larry Ellison who invited Mr Blair aboard the luxury vessel as he takes his summer holiday, according to the Daily Mail.The newspaper rep…
RYA hails Fastnet crew a success
Aug 17th, 2009The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has praised its young team of sailors after they finished 11th in this years Rolex Fastnet Race last Wednesday. The 14-strong crew skippered by Luke McCarthy managed to attain the very respectable placing in the famous event even though it was the first Fasnet fo…
Jack Vettriano inspired by yachts
Aug 17th, 2009One of Scotland's most revered artists Jack Vettriano has revealed in an interview that he is going to turn his focus to yachts.The painter, who is most famous for his sumptuous and often sexy depictions of men and women, told the Times that he is going to begin painting yachts and images of the sea…
George Clooney takes to the water on Lake Como
Aug 14th, 2009Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney appears to have found love on Lake Como, Italy as he takes his girlfriend on a boat trip.Clooney, 48, was photographed with Italian MTV presenter Elisabetta Canalis who he is said to have been dating since meeting in Rome a month ago.Since then, the new couple hav…
RNLI fundraising for new Mumbles vessel
Aug 14th, 2009A father who tragically lost his son after a boating accident has launched a campaign to raise money for a new lifeboat.Steve Wood lost his 17-year-old son in a fishing accident in 2004, after his boat capsized.The RNLI were involved in the search for his son and he is now helping the lifeboat servi…
Sienna Miller happy and relaxed on yacht in Ibiza
Aug 14th, 2009British actress Sienna Miller has been spotted enjoying life onboard a yacht off the coast of Ibiza.The GI Joe star was photographed while holidaying on the Balearic island with new boyfriend George Barker.Miller, 27, is said to be 'besotted' with her new man who makes his living as a dance DJ under…
Luxury yacht break for Jenson Button
Aug 13th, 2009Jenson Button has joined a growing list of the rich and famous who have been seen on luxury yacht charters this summer.F1 ace Button has been spotted enjoying the sun in St Tropez with his beautiful girlfriend Jessica Michibata.The pair were seen relaxing on the sun deck of a luxury yacht in the gla…
Yacht comes to rescue of dog after cliff fall
Aug 13th, 2009A dog which defied the odds after a 100ft cliff fall has been rescued by a yacht.After chasing a rabbit, cocker spaniel Buddy fell from the clifftop into the sea at Studland Bay, Dorset.He clambered part way up the rocks before once again plummeting into the water and paddling in the sea.Fortunately…
Bidding war for three Maltese yachting marinas
Aug 12th, 2009Three government-owned yacht marinas in Malta are to be sold off to private bidders.The Privatisation Unit, which is handling the sales, has confirmed that it has received 12 bids for the three marinas.Msida Yachting Centre, Ta Xbiex Yachting Centre Pontoons and Mgarr (Gozo) Marina are the mooring a…
Oracle confirms America's Cup yacht
Aug 12th, 2009BMW Oracle Racing has named the vessel that it will be using to compete in the 2010 America's Cup.The team plans to use BOR 90, a 90-foot trimaran, that has been built using carbon composite and has taken more than130,000 man hours so far to complete.It has a 6,800-square-feet main sail and an 8,400…
Berlusconi spotted on yacht in Italy
Aug 12th, 2009Silvio Berlusconi, the Italian prime minister, has been photographed boarding a sports yacht in Italy.The Daily Mail has published photographs of the politician and businessman walking to the yacht in the European sunspot.He is taking time out to celebrate his daughter Marina's birthday, according t…
Fastnet crew speak after slow first night
Aug 11th, 2009Crews competing in this year's Rolex Fastnet race have spent their first night at sea after a slow first day of racing.The crew of the Royal Yachting Association's (RYA) TP52 John Merricks II has spoken after a "testing few hours" in the grueling ocean race.Skipper Luke McCarthy told the R…
Log boat back from the Bronze Age
Aug 11th, 2009A group of historians and wood experts are due to recreate a 12-metre long log boat from the Bronze age.That is according to the BBC, which reports that the vessel will be carved out of a single tree trunk at Loch Tay in Scotland.A Douglas Fir tree will provide the log as the builders aim to create …
Lilly Allen joins Kate Moss on St Tropez yacht
Aug 11th, 2009Kooky pop singer Lily Allen has joined Kate Moss on her current yachting holiday in the south of France.Allen is said to be soaking up the sun with the supermodel onboard a luxury yacht in St Tropez.The famous pair have been photographed on the sun-deck of the luxury vessel, relaxing and later takin…
RYA OnBoard youngsters have fun in Bridlington
Aug 10th, 2009The National School Sailing Association Regatta at Bridlington welcomed youngsters from Wakefield and Featherstone last week as part of the Royal Yachting Association's (RYA) OnBoard programme.Sailors took part in the Yorkshire boating event from schools in the locality including Pugneys Country Par…
Hoax callers arrested after rescue team launch
Aug 10th, 2009Two men have been arrested after allegedly making hoax calls to the Milford Haven Coastguard service.A 999 call was placed to the coastguard claiming that two men were stranded and drifting in a rowing boat, sparking a major rescue effort.The team, which included a helicopter and crews from Aberystw…
Scottish first minister names round-the-world yacht
Aug 10th, 2009Alex Salmond, the first minister of Scotland, has named Edinburgh's official entry into this year's Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.He dubbed the vessel Edinburgh Inspiring Capital in front of hundreds of onlookers at the Port of Leith to the north of the city.The yacht will represent the Scottis…
Goodison closes in on Laser title
Aug 7th, 2009Paul Goodison has moved one step closer to retaining his European Laser Crown after clinching victory in the latest round of competition in Sweden.The Olympic-gold medalist won the only race of the day after the second event, which he was also leading, was cancelled.If he seals the championship it w…
Zara Phillips took on Artemis Challenge at Cowes
Aug 7th, 2009A fleet of celebrities took to the seas to compete in the Artemis Challenge at the Cowes regatta.Zara Phillips, the eldest granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, was one of the star attractions of the race which also saw rock star Bryan Adams and Harry Potter actors James and Oliver Phelps take part.T…
Thirty regatta sailors is sea rescue drama
Aug 6th, 2009A sea rescue involving thirty regatta sailors took place off the coast of Plockton, in Loch Carron, west Scotland last night (August 5th).The sailors had been enjoying their trip until they were engulfed by a squall and had to call for help, according to the Marine and Coastguard Agency (MCA).Organi…
Cindy Crawford wows on St Tropez yacht
Aug 6th, 2009Cindy Crawford is the latest glamorous celebrity to be photographed lapping up the sun on a luxury yacht in St Tropez.The 43-year-old supermodel proved that she is still as beautiful as ever as she relaxed onboard a supercruiser yacht with husband Rande Gerber, as reported by the Daily Mail.Crawford…
Solo sailor Katie Miller to take on Fastnet 2009
Aug 6th, 2009Katie Miller, the sailor who became the youngest ever woman to complete the OSTAR transatlantic race, is preparing to compete in this years Rolex Fastnet event.Miller, 22, will compete in her Figaro II vessel bluQube when the racing gets underway on August 9th.She became the youngest ever female to …
Yacht saved from sinking by tube of glue
Aug 5th, 2009A yachtsman stopped his 50-foot yacht from sinking in Poole Harbour with a tube of glue.Stephen Spencer, from London, was forced to employ the help of a £6.98 tube of glue and a piece of plywood when he found a five-inch square hole in his craft.Mr Spencer had already attempted to pump out the …
Kate Moss goes topless on yacht in France
Aug 5th, 2009Fashion icon Kate Moss has been spotted enjoying the sunshine onboard a luxury yacht in St Tropez, France.The 35-year-old model looked relaxed onboard Serenity as she enjoyed a drink and a smoke in the company of friends.Kate, who was dressed in a denim and red bikini, soon decided to remove her top…
Jennifer Lopez shows off curves on yacht in Capri
Aug 5th, 2009Actress and singer Jennifer Lopez has got the cameras flashing again while enjoying herself onboard a luxury yacht in Capri.The 40-year-old showed off her famous behind when she donned a red two-piece bikini onboard the vessel.Lopez, who recently gave birth to twins looked stunning while enjoying th…
Rihanna spotted at yacht club
Aug 4th, 2009R&B sensation Rihanna has been seen enjoying the company of a record company executive at an exclusive yacht club.The 21-year-old starlet was seen enjoying an ice cream with Steve Stoute at the Motauk Yacht Club in the Hamtons on New York's Long Island.The Montauk Yacht Club is home to a 232 sli…
Baby boy born on lifeboat
Aug 4th, 2009A woman has given birth to a healthy baby boy aboard an RNLI lifeboat.Oban lifeboat was launched from Craignure, Isle of Mull to transport the pregnant lady from her island home to the Oban mainland.However, the new mum gave birth on the vessel with the assistance of a doctor and a midwife.She said:…
Archdeacon takes on round-the-world yacht challenge
Aug 4th, 2009The Archdeacon of Wiltshire is preparing to take part in a round the world yacht race for charity.John Wraw has been training for the past three weeks to take his place among an 18-strong crew which will take on the mammoth task.Speaking to the Wiltshire Times & Chippingham News the church offic…
Yachting world defies recession
Aug 3rd, 2009Yachting is a way for many to escape the recession, with yacht charters to summer sun spots an option that many take to beat the recession blues – and superyacht designers are out to prove it.Radical design and complete opulence is the choice de jour for designers wanting to create the ultimate…
Sydney Boat Show heralded a success
Aug 3rd, 2009The 2009 Sydney international Boat Show has been dubbed a success after large numbers of visitor attended the event.Today is the final day of the show which saw more than 250 exhibitors entice buyers at Cockle Bay Mariner, Sydney.According to marinebusinessnews.com visitor numbers have been excellen…
Olympic champion in Cowes yacht collision
Aug 3rd, 2009Double Olympic gold medallist Shirley Robertson was involved in a crash at Cowes after her competition catamaran hit a spectator vessel.Competing in the iShares cup event, Robertson and team mate Dee Caffari were forced to retire from the race after the accident left her 40 foot yacht unable to carr…
RYA Sailability Regatta grows in size
Jul 31st, 2009The Royal Yachting Association's third annual Sailability Multi Class Regatta will be the biggest yet.Taking place on August 14th to the 16th 60 boats and 80 sailors are due to take part in the competition, which is being held at Rutland Water. The RYA's Sailability programme has enabled more than 2…
America's cup yacht will break from tradition
Jul 31st, 2009A judge in New York has ruled that a vessel in the America's Cup next year can use engines to trim sails and shift water ballast between hulls.That is according to a report by the Associated Press, which states that Justice Shirley Kornreich of the New York State Supreme Court ruled that a new radic…
Diddy reveals Michael Jackson was yacht guest
Jul 31st, 2009Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs has revealed that Michael Jackson was the surprise guest at one of his infamous yacht parties.The urban music star made the revelation on a recent episode of The Late Show with David Letterman, when he spoke of his shock when the King of Pop arrived unannounced to his luxur…
Cowes week due to set sail
Jul 31st, 2009One of the jewels in the British yachting calendar, Cowes Week Regatta, is set to get underway tomorrow (August 1st).Some 8,500 competitors will flock to the regatta which was founded in 1826 and is the thought to be the oldest event of its type in the world.Running until August 8th, the event will …
A student from Bangor has trekked 595 miles in order to raise funds for the Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI).Keith Brownrigg, 23, walked the Ulster Way, the longest marked trail in the UK, in aid of the sea rescue charity, according to the Belfast Telegaph.The journey took the architecture s…
Ferretti yachts to focus on its vessels
Jul 30th, 2009The new chief executive of Ferretti, the luxury yacht builder which sailed into financial difficulties earlier this year, has outlined his plans for the future.Speaking to the Financial Times (FT) Salvatore Basile revealed that the luxury yacht market has changed dramatically since the collapse of L…
A vessel which is claimed to be the largest, fastest fully-solar-powered vessel in the world is set to take on a round-the-world voyage, according to a report.The 30 metre vessel named Planet Solar is currently being built in Kiel, Germany and once finished will attempt to circumnavigate the globe, …
Abramovich's former yacht moors in Dartmouth
Jul 30th, 2009Le Grand Bleu, a superyacht formerly owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, was a surprising visitor to Dartmouth harbour recently.The 370 ft yacht, which is one of the largest in the world, docked in the west country harbour and caused quite a stir, according to thisiswesternmorningnews.co.…
Jack Nicholson spotted on sports yacht
Jul 30th, 2009Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson has been spotted enjoying himself on a sports yacht in the south of France.Nicholson, 72, who is the star of classic films such as the Shining and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, appeared to be exhibiting youthful exuberance while enjoying the azure waters.The multip…
Hull prepared for round the world Clipper fleet
Jul 29th, 2009The city of Hull is getting ready for the ten ships competing in this year's Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.September 13th will mark the beginning of the race, which begins on the Humber and features 35,000 miles of competition over ten months.The Royal Marine Band are set to feature in a day of…
Solar powered superyacht designed by UK student
Jul 29th, 2009A 58 metre solar-powered superyacht has been designed by a British student.Alastair Callender, who studied boat design at Coventry University, has created the Soliloquy, a luxury vessel which is powered by solar, wind, and Hybrid Marine Power Technology.The vessel features Solarsails manufactured by…
British women going for gold at ISAF World Championship
Jul 28th, 2009Female sailors from Skandia Team GBR are competing in a world championship event.The ISAF Women's Match Racing World Championship is being held this year at Lysekil Yacht Club Gullmar in Sweden and will feature some of Britain's top sailors.Competitors include Lucy Macgregor, who is currently lying …
Turkey offers 'perfect' yacht charters
Jul 28th, 2009Anyone who is looking for an idyllic summer break may wish to consider a yacht charter to Turkey.That is according to Richard Johnson, writing for the Daily Mail, who spent a week aboard the Grandi 1 luxury yacht on Turkey's Aegean Riviera.The area offers intimate, 'secluded bays' as well as being i…
Shortlist for 2009 European Yacht of the Year announced
Jul 28th, 2009The final shortlists have been announced for the 2009/10 European Yacht of the Year awards.Five categories are included in the prestigious accolades giving a wide scope for competition among yachting manufacturers.Up for grabs are best Performance Cruiser, Family Cruiser, Luxury Cruiser, Multihull a…
Sails slashed at yacht club
Jul 27th, 2009The mainsails on nine yachts at the Camel Estuary Youth Sailing Club were cut by vandals over the weekend, according to reports.Around £240 worth of damage was done to the vessels, and an event due to take place on Thursday may now be in jeopardy.The charity leaves its boats on a beach in Rock,…
Australian yacht builder Azzura wins big US contract
Jul 27th, 2009Azzura Marine in Australia has won a contract to produce interiors for US superyacht manufacturer Trinity.AM Interiors, the companies fit-out division will be responsible for the design and implementation of a new 57 metre superyacht's accommodation.The team of designers is now said to be working on…
American Pie actress back on form aboard luxury yacht
Jul 27th, 2009American Pie actress Tara Reid has been spotted looking trim and tanned aboard a luxury yacht.The bubbly blonde is perhaps better known in recent years for heavy partying rather than acting but now appears to be happy and healthy with new boyfriend Michael Axtmann.The pair were photographed onboard …
Sienna gets a soaking from the Thames
Jul 24th, 2009Sienna Miller was left soaking after taking to the River Thames in a speed boat on Wednesday (July 22nd).The actress was driven along the river by two Royal Marines to promote her latest blockbuster GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra.Her co-stars Karolina Kurkova and Rachel Nichols however, chose not to foll…
Boat show announces exclusive highlights for 2009
Jul 24th, 2009The organisers behind the PSP Southampton Boat Show have unveiled some of the exclusive highlights they have in store for this year's festival.As part of the show's 'signature feature' Try a Boat, visitors will be able to partake in a free test drive of a new boat provided by National Boat Shows (NB…
Simon Cowell gets sunburnt on yachting holiday
Jul 24th, 2009Despite having a net worth of over £120 million, Simon Cowell appeared to have negated to splash out on a bottle of suntan lotion while holidaying on his luxury yacht in France this week.According to the Daily Mail, TV's Mr Nasty was spotted in St Tropez sporting a 'lobster' complexion, accompa…
Italy blocks luxury yacht sales to N Korea
Jul 23rd, 2009North Korea has been blocked from purchasing two luxury yachts from Italy due to fears that they were intended for leader Kim Jong II, according to a newspaper report.The Financial Times (FT) discovered that the European nation had refused to allow the sale so as not to risk breaking international s…
Kasabian dream of yacht charter
Jul 23rd, 2009Tom Meighan of British rock group Kasabian has spoken of his intention to charter a luxury yacht if his band's album wins the coveted Mercury Prize.The £20,000 award is seen as one of the most prestigious in the music industry and Kasabian have been nominated for their third album West Ryder Pa…
Lifejackets key to survival
Jul 22nd, 2009Yarmouth Coastguard has issued advice about safety at sea after completing two rescues off the north Norfolk coast last night (July 21st). In both instances the crews were inadequately equipped with lifejackets which led the body to issue a statement highlighting the need to use safety equipment.Chr…
Abu Dhabi yacht show to return in 2010
Jul 22nd, 2009The Abu Dhabi Yacht Show (ADYS) is set to return for its second annual outing in 2010.After its successful inauguration this year, the second event, which caters exclusively for vessels of 25 meters or larger, has been confirmed for February 25th to the 27th.According to the ADYS website, yachts whi…
Celebrated broadcaster Cronkite loved to sail
Jul 21st, 2009Legendary American TV anchor Walter Cronkite, who passed away on July 19th aged 92, is being remembered by the yachting community.Mr Cronkite was a CBS anchor in the US and much loved personality whose catchphrase was "and that's the way it is".He was also a keen yachtsman and the author o…
Classic yacht regatta 'under way'
Jul 21st, 2009Competition at the British Classic Yacht Club (BCYC) Cowes Regatta 2009 began yesterday (July 20th).Four classes of yacht raced including modern classics and a record turnout was recorded at the event. BCYC commodore David Murrin said: "With all the current economy issues the size of this regat…
Lifeboat heroes to be honoured after yacht rescue
Jul 21st, 2009A five-man crew from RNLI Dunbar lifeboat are to be honoured for their part in rescuing a Swedish couple after their yacht sailed into bad weather.The crew fought gail-force winds to rescue the couple off the coast of Dunbar and had to make three attempts to reach the vessel, according to the BBC.A …
Brits take medals at World Championship
Jul 20th, 2009John Pink and Rick Peacock have taken a silver medal at the 49er World Championship.The duo fought back from fourth place on Sunday (July 19th) to secure the medal at Riva del Garda in Italy.The pair, who are part of the Skandia Team GBR, beat the Sibello brothers from Italy into bronze medal positi…
Cannes Yacht Club in no mood for nudists
Jul 20th, 2009Complaints from members of the prestigious Cannes Yacht Club has caused authorities in the area to ban nude sunbathing on a nearby beach.Palm Beach, which is situated in front of the boating headquarters, has long been a hotspot for naked beachgoers but recently the exposure levels have become offen…
Britney Spears enjoys day on yacht
Jul 17th, 2009Pop princess Britney Spears has been spotted enjoying a day onboard a yacht in Stockholm. The Toxic singer was taking time out from her Circus world tour with her children Jayden James and Sean Preston and decided to embark upon the Cassandra of Stockholm. Miss Spears posted on her blog: "Went …
Southampton Boat Show offering world firsts
Jul 17th, 2009As the start of this year's Southampton Boat Show draws near more companies are announcing the arrival of new equipment to the show. One of the most exciting for yacht fans is the unveiling of the Saturn 47 by Saturn Yachts. Southampton Boat Show, which runs from September 11th to 20th, will be the …
Young sailors spirits not dampened by the weather
Jul 16th, 2009A group of 50 youngsters who took part in the Royal Yachting Association's (RYA) OnBoard Sailing Festival on Saturday (July 11th) braved the adverse conditions to learn about yachtsmanship.The event, which was held at Alton Water near Ipswich, was open to young sailors who were being tutored in the …
Newly engaged football ace enjoying yacht in Sardinia
Jul 16th, 2009England football star Peter Crouch and his model girlfriend Abigail Clancy are said to be engaged.The couple have been spotted enjoying their time on a luxury yacht in Sardinia during the summer football-break and now they are due be married, according to reports.Crouch, 28, is believed to have thou…
Howards' Way yacht sinks in Hampshire
Jul 16th, 2009Flying Fish, the 28-foot yacht which was used in the opening sequence of TV show Howards' Way has sunk at the entrance to the river Hamble.The vessel, which was made famous in the BBC series, collided with another boat and sank quickly.Hamble Lifeboat service was alerted to the incident and all four…
Steve Jones and Hayden Panettiere's romance not sailing into distanceThis summer Heroes star Hayden Panettiere has been seen on numerous occasions enjoying the company of British T4 presenter Steve Jones' company, notably onboard Elton John's luxury yacht in Cannes.Rumours that the due have been dat…
17-year-old about to break world sailing record
Jul 15th, 2009Zac Sunderland, a 17-year-old sailor from California in the US is about to become the youngest ever person to sail around the world solo.The young yachtsman has almost completed his voyage in his 36-foot vessel named Intrepid and is set to land at the Marina del Rey, near Los Angeles on Thursday mor…
Pirate threat leads to 'military' style yacht defences
Jul 14th, 2009The threat of piracy is causing many superyacht owners to install military grade defence systems onto their vessels.Millions of pounds are being spent on technology and security-staff to ward of the threat of high-seas criminals, according to a report by CNN.Speaking to the news provider, technical …
Clipper to feature at Great Yorkshire Show
Jul 14th, 2009A vessel which is set to compete in this years Clipper round-the-world yacht race is going on display today at the Great Yorkshire Show. The 68-foot vessel is going to be available for public viewings at the agricultural event which runs from July 14th to 16th. Getting the huge yacht onto dry land w…
Changes announced to Sydney to Hobart racing rules
Jul 13th, 2009The organisers of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Classic boat race have announced a significant change to the entry rules of the prestigious event. Under the new changes, the maximum length of yachts permitted to participate in the annual race has been increased from 98 foot to 100 foot, ABC reported.Wh…
A Californian teen is on course to set a new record for being the youngest person to sail on their own around the world. Zac Sunderland, who first circumnavigated the globe on a yacht when he was just 15, is currently going it alone on the 40,000-mile trip. The 17-year-old, who has until January to …
Yacht skipper praised for dramatic rescue of 12
Jul 13th, 2009A yacht skipper has been credited with helping to save the lives of 12 divers who got into trouble off the coast of Devon. The Dutch Angel yacht was the first to notice a red distress flare set off by the ten divers and two crew members of a chartered 40-foot boat, which capsized and sank over the w…
RYA calls wind farm safety zones 'unenforceable'
Jul 10th, 2009The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has called on developers of offshore wind farms to comply with international maritime laws. The comments come after the company behind the development of the Greater Gabbard wind farm in the North Sea gave into pressure from yachting groups and opted against seek…
Skippers of the 20 vessels due to take place in the upcoming North Sea Yacht Race have revealed that they are hoping for better weather than last year. The annual event is due to begin at 7pm on Friday, with the crossing from the North Yorkshire town of Scarborough to Ijmuiden in Holland likely to t…
The world's first hydrogen-powered yacht is due to be launched at the end of this year, with the vessel set to be used to study pollution levels in the Mediterranean. The groundbreaking boat, named Zero CO2, is expected to be unveiled to the public at the Paris Boat Show, due to be held in December,…
Clipper yacht shipped inland for festival display
Jul 9th, 2009One of the biggest yachts due to take part in the upcoming Clipper Round the World Race is due to be dismantled and taken inland to go on display at this year's Great Yorkshire Show. The Hull and Humber yacht, which is 68-foot long will be displayed at the annual Harrogate event over the next few da…
A Lincolnshire yacht club has been given the go-ahead to host a regional round of the National 12 Class Series sailing competition after successfully managing to clear excess weeds from local waterways. Welland Yacht Club's hopes of staging the event for the first time in 20 years looked dashed afte…
Shifting winds around the Danish coastline have worked to the advantage of Dan Slater, who has emerged as the leader at the half-way point of the Finn World Championship yachting event. With two more races to go before medal races begin on Sunday, New Zealand yachtsman Slater looks on track to go on…
RYA announce plans for inland waterways
Jul 8th, 2009The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has unveiled its stratagem for promoting Britain's inland waterways. In association with a number of other bodies including the Inland Waterways Association and British Marine Federation, a number of objectives have been published. These include a review of legis…
Yacht left perched on rocks as tide goes out
Jul 8th, 2009A misjudgment by a seasoned yachtsman left his vessel perched on its fin keel high above dry rocks in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, France. The Knight Star yacht, which is registered in Jersey, found itself precariously balanced after a maneuver by sailor Arthur Manning left the boat grounded. He was compet…
Edinburgh enters round-world yacht race
Jul 7th, 2009Scotland will have representation at this year's Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, which gets underway this month.Team Edinburgh Inspiring Capital, which is being co-sponsored by Uniquely Singapore, Qingdao and Hull & Humber, will be among the field of identical 68-footers when the race begins…
Yachters rescued in the Solent
Jul 7th, 2009The Royal National Lifeboat Institute's (RNLI) Solent Coastguard was involved in a dramatic sea rescue yesterday (July 6th) as a yacht was left stricken and sinking.A helicopter and boat rescue team was sent to the 11 foot Octavia vessel after it crashed into a World War Two submarine defence system…
Wayne Rooney has mishap on luxury yacht
Jul 6th, 2009Wayne Rooney has mishap on luxury yacht Manchester United and England football star Wayne Rooney has had a little mishap while enjoying his summer break on a luxury yacht.Mr Rooney is said to have torn his ear lobe while messing around with friends aboard the £150,000-a-week yacht that he has c…
Portsoy boat festival breaks records
Jul 6th, 2009Over the weekend thousands of boat fans ventured to the Moray Firth coast to the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival.The event, which celebrates traditional boat building techniques, combines a number of impressive vessels for visitors to look around with talks by experts. The festival is also proud …
97 yachts set sail for Halifax
Jul 6th, 2009The 2009 Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race has gotten underway with 97 vessels setting course for Halifax, Nova Scotia in Canada.The 360 nautical mile route from Boston Yacht Club in Massachusetts will see nearly 100 yachts of varying classes race to Halifax Harbour. In this year's race, the 90-foot …
Yacht floats away with pensioner's life savings
Jul 3rd, 2009A retired teacher who had stashed all his worldly possessions and his £6,000 life savings onboard his 24 foot yacht watched in horror as his vessel sank off the coast of Dorset.Jon Orme-Dawson, 61, had placed his retirement nest-egg in a water tight container which floated out to see after his …
Shelley Jory set to dazzle in Italy
Jul 3rd, 2009British powerboat star Shelley Jory is set to race this weekend (Friday July 3rd to Sunday July 5th 5th) in the Italian Grand Prix of the sea.The Powerboat P1 World Championship heads to Italy this week to the San Benedetto del Tronto, where Ms Jory and her navigator, Audrien Ciantar of Malta, will …
New slipway for Brixham Yacht Club
Jul 2nd, 2009Brixham Yacht Club has officially opened a new slipway as part of a day of festivities.That is according to the Herald Express which noted that the new feature of the club was built to create space for a multi-million pound fish quay planned for the area.Sailing committee member Chris Coote said: &q…
Futuristic hybrid catamaran offers green choice
Jul 2nd, 2009A solar-hybrid yacht is about to make waves in the boating world if not for it's green credentials then maybe for its appearance.The Code X yacht is surely one of the most extreme design concepts unveiled this year - looking like a cross between a luxury catamaran and a spaceship.Propulsion for the …
Cowes Week to get more support
Jul 1st, 2009Cowes Week Limited and Cowes Combined Clubs are to be given more support by the Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) after the event failed to secure a main sponsor.The regatta which has run since 1826 has struggled to attract a title sponsor due to the difficult economic situation at the moment.However, …
Summer moorings can be theft risk
Jul 1st, 2009Boats which are moored in the summer months are more likely to be the targets of theft than vessels which are unused in the winter.That is according to a new report by Saga Boat Insurance which reveals that 68 per cent of insurance claims come in the summer months.With the current elevated price of …
New carbon rigging to be unveiled in Monaco
Jun 30th, 2009Hall spars and rigging has announced that it will unveil its new product Seamless Carbon Rigging (SCR) at this year's Monaco Yacht Show. It is claimed by the company that the new rigging offers the 'lowest windage composite available' due to its small diameter but does not affect safety. The Felci 5…
Fairline Squadron 65 making UK debut at Southampton
Jun 30th, 2009The 2009 Southampton Boat Show is beginning to boast an impressive array of UK launches for new yachts as it announces another first for its roster. Fairline will unveil its Squadron 65 luxury yacht at three European shows this year, two of which are in September with the first being the Cannes Inte…
Yachtsman and daughter in rescue drama
Jun 30th, 2009A yachtsman and his pregnant daughter were involved in a dramatic rescue on Sunday (June 28th) after running aground on Kennack Sands near Fowey. RNLI coastguards from Falmouth were called to help the sailors after their yacht broke up on the beach. The pair were sailing back from the Scilly Isles o…
Three Peaks yacht race won by EADS innovation
Jun 29th, 2009The 2009 PowerBar Three Peaks Yacht race has been won by the EADS Innovation Works team with a time of four days, 14 hours and 30 minutes.The 32nd annual competition came to a close on Saturday after 32 teams had battled it out through 389 miles of sailing, 72 miles running and 18 miles of cycling a…
St Tropez, the place to be for Beckwith
Jun 29th, 2009Socialite and mother Tamara Beckwith has been spotted on a luxury yacht in St Tropez, according to a newspaper report.The Daily Mail has published photos of the former 'it girl' relaxing with friends and enjoying the sun on the yacht's deck.Ms Beckwith, 39, is currently on holiday at the popular cha…
British Sailing Team gets sponsorship boost
Jun 29th, 2009G4S has announced that it will continue to sponsor Skandia Team GBR as well as adding additional crews to its financial programme.The security solutions group has extended its contract with the British Sailing Team to run for a further four years and has offered support to a further two 49er crews a…
Chris Draper hoping to compete in 2012 Olympics
Jun 26th, 2009Professional sailor Chris Draper has revealed that he will be attempting to compete in the London Olympics in 2012.Draper will be partnered by Peter Greenhalgh as he aims to secure a place in the double handed dinghy (49er) class.Speaking about his latest attempt, the Bronze medal winner said: "…
Scarborough lifeboat rescues yacht
Jun 26th, 2009A lifeboat based at Scarborough went to the rescue of a yacht last night (June 26th), a local media outlet has revealed.The lifeboat was launched at about 6pm last night, the Scarborough Evening News reported.According to the newspaper, it went to help a yacht which was in trouble approximately two …
Galway prepares to welcome yachtsmen
May 20th, 2009The Irish town of Galway has begun to prepare itself for an onslaught of visitors this weekend. Up to 200,000 people are expected to visit the town as yachts arrive at the end of the seventh leg of the Volvo Ocean Race, the Irish Independent reports. Galway is the only town in the UK or Ireland to s…
Swedish couple abandon yacht amid treacherous weather
May 20th, 2009A couple from Sweden who were forced to abandon their yacht last week have been reunited with it. Having been hit by a force nine gale north east of Dunbar in Scotland, the couple had to abandon their 24-foot yacht. Gary Fairbairn, a Dunbar Coxswain, said that conditions were "especially bad&qu…
Chris Stanmore-Major to skipper Qingdao in Clipper 09-10
May 20th, 2009The latest skipper in the Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race has been named. Torquay-born Chris Stanmore-Major will skipper the Qingdao, one of the ten yachts to take part in the 35,000 mile race. Chris, who has been living in Hong Kong, said he had his "fingers crossed" and was hopi…
Varna gears up for HYPO Bulgaria Boat Show 2009
May 19th, 2009In an effort to boost the attraction of the Bulgarian coast to yacht owners, the country is hosting its third annual boat show this weekend. Taking place at Varna from May 21st to 26th, the HYPO Bulgaria Boat Show 2009 is a popular one in the region, with more than 8,000 people visiting last year. A…
Yachts remain focus of Cannes Film Festival fun
May 19th, 2009Yachts have led the focus of the Cannes Film Festival for another day. Hollywood movie star Hayden Panettiere andd Channel 4 presenter Steve Jones have been pictured on board the yacht of David Furnish, the partner of Elton John. Panettiere and Jones appear to be dating, with pictures taken of them …
Hull and Humber Clipper names skipper
May 19th, 2009Round the world yacht races can be the most challenging in the sailing calendar. As such, finding the best skipper for a team is pivotal and the Hull and Humber Clipper have just chosen Piers Dudin to head up their boat. This year's Clipper 09-10 round the world race is set to get underway from the…
Volvo Ocean Race leaves Boston
May 18th, 2009The Volvo Ocean Race has left Boston and is heading to Galway in Ireland. After a three week stay in the US city, racers headed out into the Atlantic on the seventh leg of the ten leg tour. Having begun in Spain in October, the racers had to tackle heavy fog when leaving the New England city.The rac…
The yacht of extravagant designer Roberto Cavalli has been the home to many parties at the Cannes Film Festival. Italian designer Cavalli, who is famous for his Mediterranean-style exhibitionism, has had Mariah Carey, Eva Herzigova and David Furnish on the yacht to party in recent days. Mr Herzigova…
Croatia to get new yachting resort
May 18th, 2009A new resort for yachts is to be built in Croatia, it has been revealed. The project, which will also see a hotel constructed, will cost around €100 million (£88.3 million) to create. Sibenik is to be the home of the new attraction, which is the result of a collaboration between the Turkis…
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"I would recommend Dream Marine to others. Everyone was easygoing and helpful. I didn’t mind who I talked to. It was all good. Shame having to come back to London afterwards.
Come on Chris… when’s the next one?"
Come on Chris… when’s the next one?"
