Indholdsfortegnelse for May 2024 i Boat International

boatinternational.com/podcasts London, Sydney, Auckland, Miami and St Barths - and that was just March. The bags under my eyes are a bit bigger and darker, but we are, after all, the global authority in superyachting. In Australia the industry is working hard to expose superyacht charter to a new audience, while in New Zealand the weak dollar has me wondering why more northern hemisphere owners aren’t looking to build boats in a country known for building amazing boats. I was fortunate on the New Zealand leg to spend a few days in the Bay of Islands, one of my favourite places on this big, blue marble. There’s a real peace to be found among the green dots flung across the charts of that region. It helps that the fishing is…

On Board Revealing the latest news, trends and tech Named Reverie, this Winch Design concept for Oceanco’s 80-metre Simply Custom line uses elements such as curved corridors and flowing layouts, shapes and exterior lines to give an impression of weightlessness and emphasises feeling of - as its name suggests - “being pleasantly lost in one’s thoughts or a daydream”. Winch Design included a main deck pool lounge to add an extra social setting in what it says can often be an underused space, and clients can choose from two owner’s deck layouts, depending on how they envision the layout being utilised. Jim Dixon, director of yachts, says: “Our duty as a designer is to bring purpose, inspiration and innovation in our solutions to clients’ dreams.” So far, Oteanco has released…

How did this partnership with Tankoa come about? It was a mutual decision. We had this idea for a design that was inherently in line with our DNA. This concept really harnesses our sailing yacht experience and our philosophy about being closer to the water, and Tankoa saw that and understood. What defines this design? This boat is designed with very few horizontal lines. It's not minimalist exactly, but very essential, pure, clean and neat. We were also able to move the engine room to the under-lower deck; so we freed up the technical space on deck above, which is now devoted to guest spaces. What's your favourite feature? I like the aft deck - it's designed to be very pure and harmonious. If you look at the stairs, the…

VOLCON EPOWERSPORTS STAG Capitalising on the latest EV technology, the Stag offers powerful performance comparable to its combustion engine counterpart, using GM electric propulsion components. Volcon claims to be the only current off-road powersports company to use them. From €47,899, volcon.com POLARIS SPORTSMAN XP 1000 EPS RIDEZCOMMAND EDITION The Sportsman is powered by a 90-horsepower, 952cc engine and an all-wheel-drive system to overcome challenging terrain. It also features a Snow Mode, automatically lowering a plough when in low gear and raising it when reversing - an industry first, according to Polaris. From £17,080, polaris.com ARCTIC CAT ALTERRA 600 MUD PRO The Alterra 600 Mud Pro has been specially developed to conquer the muddiest of trails. Its 600cc 45-horsepower engine is protected from overheating or stalling when wading through deep mud…

04 APR THE EMORY, LONDON Designed by Richard Rogers and Ivan Harbour and the latest in the Maybourne Group’s collection, London’s first all-suite hotel welcomes its inaugural guests mid-April. Every stay includes two-way transfers from London’s airports, stations and airfields, the-emory.co.uk 10 APR LE GAVROCHE WINES AUCTION AT CHRISTIE'S Looking to restock your cellar for the summer? Make sure not to miss out on this special auction. The late, great two-Michelin-starred restaurant's cellar goes up for sale online alongside objets and collectables from the now-closed site. christies.com 15 APR THE DUBAI CUP, UAE The Al Habtoor Polo Club hosts the final championship in the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series, the most prestigious tournament across the Gulf and Asia, and the only one in the region certified by the WPT. alhabtoorpoloresortandclub.com…

Interior design trends can come and go faster than a Williams Turbojet, and what can seem innovative and chic one moment can quickly become de rigueur. Luckily for the superyacht industry, the very best in marine architects and interiors specialists lead the pack in cleverly incorporating design trends in ways that ensure rooms stay stylish and timeless for years, not for just the next fleeting summer on the Med. So, what drives and inspires the designers who create the chicest, most innovative spaces? It's all about the clients, says Cana Gökhan, co-founder at Red Yacht Design. “Understanding [their] personalities, tastes, lifestyles and cultural backgrounds is crucial. Our main inspiration comes from nature and the sea, and we always use colours and textures, in particular, to create a harmonious atmosphere on…

LIGHTING Czech glassmaker Preciosa creates bespoke lighting, from spectacular chandeliers to decorative lamps. Each one undergoes rigorous testing (including in a salty chamber) to ensure it can withstand sea conditions. Past commissions include a trio of circular ceiling lights sparkling with more than 500 crystal prisms, preciosalighting.com RUGS AND CARPETS "Any material, any design, any technique" is the premise of Italian specialist Luxury Carpet Studio, which crafts bespoke carpets and rugs. In-house collections, such as the geometric,1980s-influenced Colourful or Kyoto, can be used as inspiration. Iuxurycarpet.it FURNITURE At Monaco-based Vaar, co-founder and art director Fulvia Ciapparelli Tissi oversees all client projects, whether customising products from the existing furniture collection or developing pieces from scratch. Think teak stacking sunbeds and bar chairs with outdoor fabrics, vaar.mc…

OWNERS’ CLUB ON BOARD WITH Owning your own shipyard is a bit like having Santa’s workshop at the bottom of the garden kitted out with every tool imaginable. It gives you the power to become the designer, project manager and broker of your own yacht project. It’s fair to say that Cobra Yacht owner Eren Baki has not let that opportunity pass him by. This carefully spoken Turk is about to enjoy his first full season with a new toy: the 40-metre Illusion II. Built in 1991, she is one of the largest yachts constructed by Lloyds Ships of Australia and was a titan of her time. Baki has transformed her from a weary giant into fresh-faced charter prospect - in the space of just 10 months. “We shipped her from…

Shipwrecks tend not to be free-for-alls. If they lie within a country's territorial sea, which extends up to 12 nautical miles from its coastline, then it is governed by whatever laws that country has over salvage operations. The US's Abandoned Shipwreck Act of 1988 lists shipwrecks that are effectively owned by the government. The Law of Finds, however, grants some rights to salvagers of ships not mentioned by the Act. States have their own regulations and permits. Elsewhere, Spain is notably stringent about salvage operations, as is the Bahamas. Internationally, there is a little more room for manoeuvre. A UNESCO convention - the Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage - prohibits commercial exploitation of underwater heritage. This can be enforced by the country to which a salvage…

Award: Excellence in Craftsmanship NOMINATED BY: Winch Design FOR: sculptural light fitting on board 70-metre Amoa It’s a good job that Cristina Vezzini and Sheng Tsang Chen (also known as Stan) are both patient. Their work - which involves delicate, paper-thin porcelain pieces, often coupled with glass spheres or plates - would test even the most experienced maker. “Those two materials are particularly tricky to combine because they can’t be fused together,” explains Chen. “They expand at different rates during the heating process, which can cause the glass to crack, so they have to be made separately to fit each other. We always say it’s a conversation between the material and ourselves, and our method is to design through making.” What this means in practice is that the pair travel…

This year's winners were gifted a fitting trophy for their efforts. Made by luxury materials company Nature Squared, they took four months to make. Fashioned in the shape of a natural vortex, and inspired by whirlpools and tornadoes, they were cast in copper and were inlaid with ethically sourced crushed shells, including pearl shell, brown lip and rainbow oyster. All shells are the by-products of fishing and pearl farming and would otherwise be discarded as waste. "Nature Squared was launched 23 years ago with sustainability front and centre in our minds," says Lay Koon Tan, the company's co-founder. "With craft being the lowest impact manufacturing you can find, as well as nodding to intangibles such as heritage, culture and mindfulness, all of that goes into every single thing that we…

Voyage Inspiring your next adventure Whether it’s the tales of pirate raids, the lemon trade or the valley streams that once powered local industry, Amalfi’s life and legends have always been tied to the water. Borgo Santandrea is one of the few hotels on the Amalfi Coast with its own private dock - and, sitting abovethe well-kept ruins of xsa Saracen fortress, the hotel certainly feels at one with the region’s history. Head directly from the pebble beach into the boathouse-turned-beach club, .which serves signature cocktails stirred with lemon zest and chestnut syrup. From there, a 30-seeond hift ride will take you up into the hotel’s heart, where rooms: are mid-century chic - think vaulted ceilings, claw-foot bathtubs and cool, white-tiled floors. Arched windows overlook the sunlit sea and a…

December to April: Cocoa Island, Maldives Many of the most beautiful spots this idyllic archipelago offers are only accessible by yacht, so let Emir be your sanctuary as you cruise this Indian Ocean paradise with its turquoise waters and coral reefs teeming with kaleidoscopic marine life. Explore the yacht's toy box, unwind in the spa pool and savour the tranquillity of this paradisical location. April/May: Mahé, Seychelles An archipelago of 155 islands in the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles are an eden of lush landscapes and pristine beaches. Cruise to Beau Vallon, one of the area’s most desirable destinations, and allow Emir's attentive crew to create a seamless blend of relaxation and adventure on the warm and glassy waters. Magical beach setups are very much on the agenda here, as well…

Rachel Ingram Rachel is a London-based freelance journalist and editor with more than a decade of experience working with prestigious luxury travel and yachting publications around the world. For this issue, she interviews four North American designers to watch (page 181). Which of the four designers most resonated with you? All of the designers I interviewed were incredibly inspiring. I particularly admire the path that Carla Guilhem is carving for herself as a solo female in the industry What’s your most memorable experience as a journalist? The wildest thing I’ve done so far is wingwalking on top of a plane with the AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers. The G-force was so strong it took my breath away. It gave me renewed respect for the professionals who perform routines while flying Where’s next on…

AMARE II €31,500,000 The 50-metre Heesen’s creatives are Van Oossenen, Omege Architects, Cristiano Gatto and Sabrina Monte-Carlo. It’s had a £5,400,000 price reduction with Behnemar. KHALILAH €22,900,000 Fraser is offering the 2014 Palmer Johnson 50-metre all-carbon, gold-finished SuperSport, with €2,000,000 knocked off her price. Her top speed is 24 knots. COME TOGETHER €59,950,000 The 60-metre Amels with hybrid propulsion, a beach house-inspired Winch Design interior and Espen Øino exterior, has had a €6,000,000 price drop. It's for sale with Edmiston. MOATIZE $16,500,000 Pendennis delivered the 46-metre in 1998. Designed by Ed Dubois, she sports mahogany interior panelling by RWD. There is now $1,000,000 off this British creation, with Edmiston. PERLA BIANCA €22,950,000 The all-aluminium design was penned by Studio Vafiadis and built by Baglietto in Italy in 2023. Northrop &…

Make a splash Colorfully cool hotels, ultra-stylish SUVs and spectacular watches for fun in the sun…

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Manzara, Söğüt This restaurant lies just over the hill from Bozburun, easily accessible from the yacht. It is run by two brothers who have turned an old family-owned establishment into one of the Aegean's top gastronomic draws. VIBE: A serene atmosphere complemented by amazing views and exceptional service EREN'S TIP: Karavida pasta and, if available, the fresh bluefin sashimi - a testament to Manzara's commitment to elevated dining Manos, D Maris Bay, Hisarönü Experience fantastic Greek food, music and an atmosphere that might just have you dancing on the table tops. The restaurant is set on a palm-fringed beach at the foot of the long Datça Peninsula, so you can arrive directly by tender. VIBE: Professional yet inviting ambiance designed to transition seamlessly into a lively dance floor EREN'S TIP:…

One of six galleons commissioned by King Philip IV (right) to defend Spain, the Maravillas set out on 10 July, 1654, from southern Spain for Colombia, to take on treasure salvaged from the wreck of another Spanish galleon. In Havana, the crew took on even more loot, this time contraband, and were then faced with the daunting task of making sure the ship reached home safely with its bounty, avoiding a large English fleet reportedly sweeping through the Caribbean. They set out on the traditional Spanish convoy route along the northern coast of Cuba before turning into the Bahama Channel, where the Gulf Stream would speed them homewards. Just before midnight on 4 January, 1656, with most of its crew asleep, the Maravillas ran into shallow waters on Little Bahama…

Sea Spa Where is it? Metres from the bustling centre of Cannes, the waters of this Carita spa can be found within the grand Hôtel Martinez, with its art deco façade. What's the hype? The spa's design seamlessly blends modern luxury with classic elegance, using soft, muted tones and the fragrance of essential oils to create a calming atmosphere. The hydrotherapy circuit invites guests to unwind completely, offering a heated pool, sauna and steam room. What to have? For deep rejuvenation, opt for the 24K Biotech Gold treatment, a deep-gestured, high-precision treatment using micronised tourmaline (aiding complexion and circulation) designed to make your skin feel smoother and deeply moisturised. Created to cater to individual needs, the menu offers a fusion of traditional techniques and contemporary approaches. The spa also has…

ANTARES €11,500,000 Designed in the UK by Bill Dixon with a Rhoades Young interior, the 40-metre Royal Huisman aluminium ketch is for sale with Fraser. Launched in 2005, she is a true world cruiser. MOONSTONE €76,900,000 Built by Amels in 2021 with a Tim Heywood exterior and Luxury Projects interiors, the 60-metre has a master suite with a fold-down balcony. Superyacht Sales & Charter is the broker. EUPHORIA II €19,500,000 Now listed with breezeYachting, the 2016 49.6-metre - designed by Ken Freivokh and built by Mayra Yachts - has glass technology at the forefront of her design. MADIZ €9,750,000 This 55.4-metre piece of yachting history is jointly for sale with G L Watson &Co and Camper & Nicholsons. She was built 122 years ago in Scotland by Ailsa Shipbuilding. SOLSTICE…

$4.9 MILLION This modern five-bedroom house lies in the affluent, leafy Mexico City suburb of San Jerónimo Lídice. The 1,122m2 property features open-plan, double-height living spaces and floor-to-ceiling windows. The 0.1-hectare garden has an outdoor kitchen and a spa tub. cdmxsir.com $1.3 MILLION Situated on the coastal resort of Puerto Vallarta in Jalisco, this 285m2 three-bedroom apartment in the Icon Vallarta development offers stunning sea views. The property has a private terrace, and residents share facilities including a cinema, gym and oceanfront pool. sothebysrealty.com $4.1 MILLION Located on the edge of the Bosque de Tlalpan National Park but just 25km from the centre of Mexico City, this three-bedroom property ticks lots of boxes. Offering 700m2 of mid-century charm, it boasts open-plan spaces and an impressive double-height lounge. sothebysrealty.com…

My love for boats started four years ago when a friend invited me for dinner on board his Canados 86 with six others. It was the first time I had felt so relaxed, surrounded by good friends as we appreciated the sea, the panorama and the beautiful island of Capri. My first boat was a 2006 Maiora 90. I called her My Life, and slowly I started sharing her with guests. We have an international business and, come July, we host many clients. There were so many requests that My Life was never available for me! So I bought a new boat and made it clear that July and August are for me. It is a Ferretti 860, which I named Victoria after my daughter. It brings me great pleasure to…

1647 Shipwrights hand the Maravillas on to the Spanish Navy. 1654 The Maravillas leaves Spain for the New World. 1656 In January, the galleon collides with another Spanish ship and sinks off Little Bahama Bank. In June, the wreck is located by Spanish salvors. who manage some limited recovery of its treasure - much of which is then lost in further shipwrecks. 1658 The Spanish record the wreck as being completely submerged within sand. 1972 The Maravillas is located by the marine archaeologist Robert Marx, who takes a significant amount of its treasure. 1990 Herbo Humphreys, another treasure hunter, finds gold bars and the Maravillas Cross, which he then advertises, via an actress friend, on Jay Leno's TV talk show. 1992 The Bahamian government issues a moratorium on shipwreck salvage…

"We started literally with trees," says Alex Hull of Hull Studio. "Five oaks were supplied to us air dried and cut into 18mm-thick planks. They're from a sawmill in France, all grown in the same area to manage colour consistency. "At the workshop we went through a lengthy process of selection, trimming all the timber down into smaller cuts 120mm wide and 12mm thick. Then it was like a great game of Tetris - we laid everything out on the workshop floor and moved it round for a couple of days until we could see how it would work. "Every panel had to be shaped on the back face first, because the staircase is curved. There's a substrate panel that all that oak is glued to, then the oak pieces…

Judges' special award NOMINATED BY: Winch Design FOR: hand-carved oak panels on board 70-metre Amoa Paul Jewby has been a professional wood carver for more than 40 years. But, he explains, his love of carving began many years beforehand. “When I was about five my mum bought me a tool set, and she could leave me in the garden all day with a couple of bits of wood and some nails and screws,” he recalls fondly. “She wouldn’t hear a peep out of me.” At school he applied for cabinetmaking apprenticeships, but having received no replies to any of his letters, he eventually embarked on a carpentry and joinery apprenticeship aged 19. “One day I got a reply saying, “We’ve lost your letter in our filing system, there’s an opportunity…

Carla Guilhem Design Florida-based designer Carla Guilhem developed a passion for interior design while growing up in Brazil with her family, who owned a furniture business. She studied architecture and interior design and lived in Italy and Spain before settling in the US, where she cut her teeth on residential projects in New York and the Flamptons. Guilhem founded her eponymous design studio in 2012, headquartering the business in Miami: “A nexus of cultural and design influences that resonate with my ethos.” Her foray into yachting came through a client who asked her to design the interior of custom motor yacht Lady Lene. Her brief was to create a home at sea for three generations of the family, a project that ended up winning the 2023 BOAT International Design &…

Swimwear with soul Leading sustainable swimwear designer Mara Hoffman has collaborated with One&Only Resorts to design a limited-edition capsule collection of organic bikinis and one-pieces. Guests can buy them at the resort boutiques in Mexico, the Maldives and Mauritius or online. Sarong coverup, £200, Gigi one-piece, £355, marahoffman.com Best of British Renowned hotel group PoB has launched a series of six-hands collaborative chef dinners across its luxurious properties around the British Isles. With several Michelin-starred restaurants in the collection, the experience is designed to show the best of British cuisine by chefs at the top of their game. pobhotels.com A boat to Banda Luxury adventure specialist the Explorations Company has launched an Indonesian adventure through the volcanic Banda Islands. Guests on the phinisi will discover the historic spice route and…