How to Survey and Sea-Trial a 12–24m Yacht Before Buying
A practical guide to inspecting and sea-trialling a 12–24m cruising yacht before purchase, based on RYA advice about surveys, contracts and ownership costs.
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Four Seasons Explorer Palau Opens Waterfront M-Dock Restaurant
Four Seasons Explorer Palau has opened M-Dock, a restaurant, bar and lounge at its marina in Koror, extending the experience of the 39-metre cruising catamaran into a shoreside waterfront destination.
Luna Rossa Opens Ocean and Climate Village in Cagliari Through 15 October
Luna Rossa opens its Cagliari base for UNESCO's Ocean&Climate Village, extending the exhibition to 15 October 2026 with marine-science installations, school workshops and photography.
Four Seasons Seychelles Expands Marine Discovery Around Petite Anse
Four Seasons Seychelles has introduced new snorkelling and conservation experiences led by resident marine biologists around the Petite Anse house reef.
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina Puts Boating at the Centre of the Stay
Hilton Key West Resort & Marina combines 175 rooms, direct marina access, six saltwater pools and boating experiences on Stock Island in the Florida Keys.
Genesis Asks Whether Time and Experience Are the New Luxury
A Genesis and Semafor discussion at Genesis House New York argues that access is becoming abundant while time, vitality and meaningful experience grow scarcer.
Princess Maps Out Tenders and Water Toys for Easier Days Afloat
Princess Yachts is highlighting a practical mix of e-foils, SEABOBs, jet tenders and personal watercraft, alongside its Sea Ready equipment service for owners.
Pershing 5X Makes 45-Knot Performance Livable With a Weather-Adaptive Glass Saloon
Pershing 5X pairs serious performance with a glass system that lets the main deck shift between open-air cockpit and protected saloon as conditions change.
Palm Beach 45 Lets Owners Choose Sedan, Flybridge and Galley Layouts Around Family Life
Palm Beach 45 gives owners unusual layout freedom for a 16-metre yacht, allowing the boat to be planned around family habits instead of a fixed production formula.
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