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Podcast with Journalist Andrew Parkinson

It’s time for another new edition of our podcast! This podcast was really fun to record as it was with a long-time industry pal of mine, Andrew Parkinson. If you enjoy reading a yachting magazine from time to time, chances are you’ve seen his name in the bylines. With prominent roles as Executive Editor at […]

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ICYMI: Interview with Captain David Clarke

Hey there, I hope you’re having a great week! Back in February, we ran a really lovely podcast with our friend David Clarke. After spending decades as a superyacht captain all over the world, he’s now land-based but still in the industry with his own company. Read on for this mini-interview pulled from our podcast […]

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Back on the bridge with Captain Nikos Tsoukalas

I hope your week is off to a great start! Spring is finally springing over here and I have to admit, it’s doing wonders for everyone’s mental health! 🙂 We’ve loved following along with the beautiful photos on Manu yacht’s Instagram account and are thrilled to feature their Captain Nikos Tsoukalas here! Manu anchored off the famous Shipwreck […]

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A Podcast with the Conscious Stew, Sam Mujica

Sam Mujica

Welcome to a new month, and of course, a new podcast! I’m so excited for this edition (I say that every month don’t I?) But I think you’ll really love hearing from Sam Mujica who is an accomplished luxury yacht stewardess and eco-warrior! Sam has an incredible story about growing up in Venezula and after […]

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An interview with yacht designer Igor Lobanov

I hope your week is off to a good start! This week we’ve got a great interview with luxury yacht designer Igor Lobanov of Lobanov Design. We love being able to showcase different angles of the yachting industry and sharing them with you! How did you become a luxury yacht designer? I’m not a luxury yacht […]

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Guess who popped up in Industry Magazine?

We are so happy to share some more press coverage with you! We were approached by Industry Magazine to discuss burgeoning regions perfectly suited to explore via superyacht. So of course, we chose Indonesia (especially when onboard a classic phinisi like Dunia Baru)! Check out the full length article below As Nubia writes: “For an […]

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Podcast with Ex-Captain and Industry Insider David Clarke

Welcome to our first podcast of 2019! Thanks again for following us along month after month! If there is any other content you’d like to see us cover, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us! Comment here, reach us on social media, or send us an email. For this first edition of the […]

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Get a taste of luxury yacht charters with short-term stays

You may have noticed on some of our recent social media posts that we’re also offering day charters now! This is an excellent way to test the waters (see what I did there?). Book a special event, weekend getaway or even for a corporate retreat! 106 foot Cedar Island available for day charters Head to […]

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Sharing our latest press from Pinstripe Magazine!

Happy New Year everyone! Just a quick one to wrap up our latest press news for 2018! We’re so happy to share our latest press feature with you all! We were approached by Pinstripe Magazine recently to discuss vacation options for the men looking to “vacation like a boss”. Pinstripe is an excellent publication focusing on […]

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Luxury Market Expert Pam Danziger is Here!

Welcome to a new podcast and our final one for 2018! It has been such a spectacular year filled with incredible guests, wonderful insights and entertaining stories that we hope you’ve enjoyed too! THANK YOU for spending your time with us! Onto this month’s special guest, we’re thrilled that luxury market researcher and owner of […]

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Captain Teddy Garsva’s Top Travel Tips!

As the leaves continue to turn here in Canada, we’re already dreaming of warmer destinations to escape to during our long cold winter! In case you missed our latest podcast published earlier this month, here’s a little peek into our interview with Teddy Garsva, broker with Sunseeker Florida as he shares his own travel tips! […]

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Experienced Captain Paul Cresswell’s Adventures at Sea

We’re heading back into the bridge with Captain Paul Cresswell this week. We met a couple of years ago doing a cycle race up Mont Ventoux of all places…the joys of this industry is meeting people in random and wonderful ways! Enjoy! What is your current role and how long in superyacht industry?  I am […]

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New partner announcement with Luxury Day Charters

You may have noticed our social media posts recently feature some new faces! We’re thrilled to announce that we have recently partnered with LuxuryDayCharters.com and are proud to offer even more ways to get on board, including the ability to experience life on board for a day or two before booking in for a longer charter. […]

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Top Dishes from our Chefs!

In honour of the colder weather, we’re turning our thoughts to cozy sweaters, fireplaces and of course, delicious foods! So it’s the perfect time to update those recipe books and try something new! Here’s a round up of some of our favourite dishes from our chefs! Chef Mark Godbeer’s New York Strip Loin Serves eight to twelve […]

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Meet Chef Wayan Onboard Sequoia

It’s time to talk about food! We are back in the galley chatting all things local food and cuisine with Chef Wayan onboard Sequoia in Indonesia. Enjoy! How did you become chef onboard Sequoia?  I am Balinese so my life has revolved around gathering food, living and eating well. One of my favourite adventures is […]

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Broker and Captain Teddy Garsva Podcast

Welcome to a new podcast everyone! I’m so excited for this month (do I say that every month? Hmm…) but this edition I’m joined by my good friend, Teddy Garsva who has over two decades of experience working in yachting – both as a superyacht Captain, and now a broker at Sunseeker Florida. Listen in […]

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Earthquake Relief for Lombok

This week’s blog is extra special. We love being able to share what our captains, crew, yacht partners and industry experts are up to, especially when it involves giving back to those in need. As you may have noticed on social media, Dunia Baru, Indo Yachts, 37 South Yachts and many more were involved in delivering urgently needed supplies […]

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Nikko Karki and Indo Yachts Podcast

So happy you’re here to join me for this podcast episode with Nikko Karki of Indo Yachts. Karki is a fount of knowledge in the Indonesia region – destinations, yachts, hidden gems, he’s got it all! Nikko onboard Dunia Baru Listen in to learn more about: What brought the Finnish American to Indonesia – and […]

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Cruise Director Gaz and His Time Onboard Rascal

yacht stewardess onboard Rascal prepares lunch

Ever wondered what it’s like being the captain onboard a luxury wooden yacht in Indonesia? Well you’re in luck as we’re offering  sneak peek behind the curtain onboard Rascal with the Cruise Director, Garry (Gaz) Phillips! Dining alfresco on Rascal What is your current role and how long in superyacht industry?  The past seven years […]

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Yacht Charter: Italy

Suggested Itinerary For Your Luxury Italian Yacht Charter Spend time exploring Europe’s most magnificent coastline when you book a yacht charter along the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Visit ancient historical sites, play in crystal clear Mediterranean waters and soak up that hot Italian sun living la dolce vita. YACHT CHARTER DAY 1 Spend the morning […]

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Top Destinations for 2018 from Our Captains!

This week I’m rounding up the top destinations you need to check out for 2018 as recommended by our very experienced Captains. Time to book that vacation you’ve been dreaming of! The Bahamas Recommended by Captain Michael Lewis, Il Capo There is a reason this area is so frequented by yachts of all sizes. The […]

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New Partner Alert! Welcome Indo Yachts!

You may have noticed in our recent social media posts that we have yet another new announcement for you all! We’re thrilled to formally announce that we have partnered with Indo Yachts and proud to have a carefully selected number of their luxury yachts available for charter for you across Indonesia. If you haven’t had the […]

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Guest Podcast with Travel Expert Mary Lynn Villeneuve

Welcome to a new month and a brand new podcast! For this edition, we’re excited to welcome Mary Lynn Villeneuve, a highly experienced travel agent to the show. Mary Lynn has been working in the travel industry for nearly two decades and loves creating memorable itineraries for her clients. A lover of all travel herself, […]

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Guest Podcast with Chef Sergio Marichales

Welcome to this month’s edition of the podcast! We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Sergio Marichales to the show. Sergio has years of experience as a luxury chef onboard yachts, in restaurants, hotels, even food trucks! We love Sergio’s laid back attitude, hilarious disposition and most importantly…his delicious skills in the kitchen! Listen in to learn […]

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Guest Podcast with Coral Triangle Safaris

Guess what today is? New podcast day! This episode we are so excited to be chatting with Yessi Maya Sari, who co-owns the luxury yacht Sequoia, with her husband, Kevin Corcoran. Based out of Indonesia and operating under the title of Coral Triangle Safaris, this intimate luxury yacht is available for groups of two to […]

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Travel Talk with the Cruise Director on Dunia Baru

Today on the blog, we are daydreaming about our next vacation goals! Have a virtual escape with us right now to Dunia Baru where we get to chat to the Cruise Director, Sebastien about his experiences onboard in Indonesia! What is your current role and how long have you been working in the superyacht industry? […]

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New Podcast! Wildlife on a Superyacht Vacation

Welcome to another month, which means it’s time for our latest podcast! This episode we explore the incredible wildlife experiences, sometimes only available onboard. What is the one thing that unites most of us when booking a vacation? Whether you are taking a vacation by boat or on land? Well for us, you guessed it! […]

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New Podcast! Top Five Destinations for Your First Yacht Vacations

We’re so excited to share our latest podcast on our top five destinations with all of our followers! Are you thinking about your vacation for this upcoming year? Or maybe you’ve just returned home from holiday (which makes the present the perfect time to start planning the next one)! And while we certainly don’t think […]

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Luxury Living in St. Kitts with Christophe Harbour

We’re so excited to share our latest interview with you – our old friend and real estate visionary, Buddy Darby spent a bit of time with us this week. If you follow their Instagram account, you have probably looked longingly at gorgeous beach shots and fabulous yacht photos in Christophe Harbour just like us! Read […]

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The New World with Phinisi Yacht Dunia Baru

We’ve been daydreaming a lot about Indonesia lately (or anywhere with sunshine let’s be honest!) and following our announcement of another private phinisi yacht partner based there, we wanted to spend some time over the next few weeks exploring this beautiful region with you. Operating the very successful charter yacht, Dunia Baru within the region […]

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Cameron Bray of Northrop & Johnson Yachts Talks Day Charters in Australia

I’m writing to you from a very cold and snow covered Canada. We just can’t seem to get enough of the white stuff these days! As a result, I called on my good friend Cameron Bray of Northrop & Johnson Australia, and founder of Bray Yacht Management to help me take a mental escape to […]

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West Nautical’s Geoff Moore Offers His Tips for Med Cruising

We were excited to sit down with our good friend and Managing Director of West Nautical, Geoff Moore this week to pick his brain about the latest charter news from the Med. So grab a cup of tea or coffee and enjoy sitting down with us! What are the top regions for cruising in Europe […]

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Surf and Turf

Surf And Turf, a taste of yachting recipe

Grilled New York Strip; Pan seared Scallops; Smoked Beetroot Puree; Heirloom Carrot Salad; and Balsamic Pan Jus Contributed by: Chef Mark Godbeer Feeds ten guests This recipe was created with the mind set us as crew use to achieve the guests satisfaction – ‘less is more and more is less, but yachting is everything!’. This […]

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Arancini

Arroncini plated with arrabiata sauce

Contributed by: Chef Hillary Chell Serves six guests Ingredients: 4 tbsp olive oil 4 tbsp butter 1 large onion (diced) Handful mushrooms diced 1 1/2 cups arborio rice 1/2 cup white wine 5 cups hot chicken stock 3/4 cup reggiano parmigiano 1 x mozzarella ball into small cubes 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 cup […]

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Lemon Posset

lemon posset served with Madeleines

Contributed by: Chef Hillary Chell Lemon Posset   Ingredients: 600ml cream 150g sugar 2 x lemons zested and juiced Directions: Boil cream and sugar slowly for three minutes Whisk in zest and juice. Pour into serving dishes and chill for three hours. Madeleines   Ingredients: 150g butter 3 x eggs 150g sugar 1/2 tsp baking […]

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Lobster Ravioli

Plate of lobster ravioli

Contributed by: Chef Perry Schermuly Feeds four guests Ingredients: 3 Maine lobsters 12 baby pak choy 12 peeled cherry tomatoes 4 large super fresh scallops (no roe). Cleaned and sliced into thirds 500g fresh pasta. Use 1 egg for every 100g of flour 1 bunch asparagus (peeled and trimmed) Low acidity olive oil (cold pressed) […]

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Trio of Raspberry: Mini Brûlée, Sorbet and Jello

plate of 3 raspberry desserts

Contributed by: Perry Schermuly   Ingredients: 1 kg frozen raspberries (defrost overnight, saving the resulting juice). Puree the mass and pass through a fine sieve.   Brûlée Ingredients: 125g raspberry puree 125ml cream 75g bakers sugar 5 egg yolks 3 whole eggs Directions: Place all ingredients in a thermomix. Cook slowly to 90 degrees, blitz […]

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Top Wildlife Spotting Destinations on a Superyacht – Part 1

It’s time to get up close and personal with wildlife on your luxury yacht charter! Contributed by: Jo Morgan When planning where to go on a yacht charter, there are three main attributes that people tend to focus on: sugar-white beaches, world-class restaurants and staggering scenery. So far, so good. After all, these are excellent […]

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