In-depth editorial from the world of superyachts and UHNW culture
Along the Eastern Seaboard, the traditional sprint to the Mediterranean is giving way to a new rhythm — as infrastructure, cruising grounds, and a connected coastline from Florida to Nova Scotia redefine the American summer.
For those arriving by sea, Anguilla reveals itself differently — shaped less by its beaches than by the shallow marine shelf, scattered offshore cays, and a maritime culture built on generations of seamanship.
In the British Virgin Islands, the most memorable moments rarely happen in port. The BVI continues to revolve around its anchorages — sheltered bays where sea, shore and community quietly come together.
With studios in London and Nice, Jonny Horsfield explains why designing for charter is not about following a formula — it's about adaptability, lifestyle, and understanding how a yacht will actually be lived in.
Jacques Cousteau called the Sea of Cortez "the world's aquarium" — and the description remains remarkably apt. From hammerhead sharks to humpback whales, Baja California harbours one of the richest marine ecosystems on earth.
For captains arriving by yacht, the Panama Canal reveals itself as something more than a shortcut between oceans — it is the gateway to one of the most capable maritime logistics hubs in the Americas.
From San Diego to the Pacific Northwest, California's maritime sector has quietly become a critical hub for superyacht operations — a launch point for voyages to Alaska, Hawaii, and French Polynesia.
Drawing on insights from 2,400 travel advisors across 58 countries, the 2026 Virtuoso Luxe Report maps a new luxury mindset — one shaped by crowd avoidance, wellness obsession, and the death of FOMO.
After the post-pandemic gold rush, the superyacht charter sector is recalibrating. New data from CharterWorld, Knight Frank, and YATCO reveals where the smart money is moving — and what it demands.
Event-led itineraries, climate-conscious destinations, luxury rail, and the rise of the expedition charter. A cross-report analysis of what UHNW travellers actually want — and what it means for the yachting world.
I realized halfway through my stay at The Lodge: This isn't a hotel experience. It's a yacht charter, only not on the sea, but in the mountains. Perched atop…
Antarctica is one of the few destinations that resists precision planning. You cannot arrive independently, set your own schedule, or improvise logistics on…
These properties share common themes: environmental stewardship, architectural integration with natural landscapes, and experiences designed around immersion…
We're witnessing the largest wealth transfer in human history—and it's fundamentally reshaping how ultra-high-net-worth individuals engage with luxury.…
According to recent findings from the Knight Frank Wealth Report , UHNW individuals are travelling less frequently, but for longer periods, favouring assets…
For much of the past decade, Caribbean cruising has been defined by scale. Ships grew larger, itineraries tighter, and port calls more crowded. The appeal was…
When the ocean has no rules, a maritime lawyer can be the last line of order. "You never know what's going to come across my desk," says maritime lawyer…
There is a quiet shift happening in superyachting. Charters confirmed in hours, not days. Deposits sent without chasing banking windows. Shipyards receiving…
New Zealand perfumery The Virtue brings a minimalist philosophy to luxury fragrance, partnering with SeaKeepers to create scents that give back to the ocean.
There is a moment familiar to captains arriving from the Atlantic when Boston's skyline lifts into view—glass and granite rising above a harbour shaped by…
From the 78-metre Lürssen Rocinante to new-build debuts by Alia and Westport — everything you need to know about PBIBS 2026, with over 1,000 boats on Flagler Drive from 25–29 March.
The world's largest indoor boat show returns to Messe Düsseldorf from 17–25 January 2026, with over 1,500 exhibitors across 16 halls showcasing everything from dinghies to superyachts.
The 32nd edition of the Dubai International Boat Show returns to Dubai Harbour from 8–12 April 2026, bringing together the world's leading shipyards, brokers, and marine innovators.
The Monaco Yacht Show celebrates its 35th anniversary from 23–26 September 2026 at Port Hercule — four days with the world's most extraordinary superyachts under the High Patronage of HSH Prince Albert II.
FLIBS returns for its 67th edition from 28 October to 1 November 2026 — the largest in-water boat show in the world, spanning 90 acres across seven venues with $4 billion in yachts on display.
The Cannes Yachting Festival returns to the French Riviera from 8–13 September 2026 for its 49th edition — the season opener for European yacht shows, set between the Vieux Port and Port Canto.
