October 2023 | Superyacht Services Guide

Panama Canal Update: Yachts Experiencing Minimal Delays Using a RECOMMENDED Agent

Tristan Blatter 01 May 2024 Panama / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services

Superyachts using a reliable and recommended Yacht Agent are experiencing minimal delays transiting the Panama Canal.

Shelter Bay Marina: A Great Location, Marina & Community

Rachel Jones 03 Apr 2024 Panama / Marinas & Moorings

Located at the Western Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal, Shelter Bay Marina offers top-notch protection and amenities for vessels and superyachts.

Mega Yacht Provisions Sets Sail for Hawaii: Expands Operations to Honolulu, Hawaii

Rachel Jones 02 Apr 2024 Hawaii / Panama / Provisioning

Mega Yacht Provisions, the premier provider of yacht provisioning services throughout the Panama Canal, proudly announces its expansion to the Hawaiian Islands.

SXM Lagoon Festival 21st -24th March, 2024

Caroline Blatter 20 Mar 2024 St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

The second SXM Lagoon Festival kicks off on Thursday 21st March, 2024 at The Yacht Club Port de Plaisance , with the Annual Chef Competition, then a Best of the Best Kick Off Party! The Festival continues until Sunday 24th March.

Paradise Fishing Lodge and Marina: Panama Coastline Fishing and Luxury

Rachel Jones 05 Mar 2024 Panama / Marinas & Moorings / Fishing Equipment & Supplies / Sports Fishing Charters or Contacts

While cruising along the Pacific Coast of Panama, the Paradise Fishing Lodge & Marina is the safe haven you’ve been looking for, and never expected.

Shelter Bay Marina: A Gateway to Panama

Tristan Blatter 07 Dec 2023 Panama / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

Since 1995, more than a thousand yachts have transited the Panama Canal annually, showcasing the extraordinary attractions that Panama has to offer.

Sea Masters: A Focus on Costa Rica and Panama

Tristan Blatter 27 Oct 2023 Panama / Costa Rica / The Galapagos Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia

These stunning coastlines of Costa Rica and Panama have captured the hearts of yachting enthusiasts, owners, charterers, and captains alike.

A busy Caribbean season in the Grenadines...

Caroline Blatter 16 May 2023 Canouan / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

It's been a busy season in the Grenadines, with Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences, nestled in the pristine tranquil waters of Canouan, welcoming more yachts than ever to enjoy the marina and all its facilities.

Amazing Seamanship Skills by Superyacht Captain and Crew in heartwrenching Rescue

Caroline Blatter 06 Apr 2023 Antigua / St. Kitts / St. Maarten / St. Martin / St. Kitts & Nevis / Crew Training & Courses / Caribbean & Central America / Safety Equipment / Fire / Liferafts - Supply & Service / Crew

The humbling and challenging rescue on the 27th March 2023, by Captain Thomas Auckland and the crew of SY Genevieve, the 37m Ocean Cruising Performance Cutter built by Alloy Yachts of New Zealand, in Caribbean waters off the coast of St. Kitts.

Much respected & loved English Harbour community member, Lisa Nicholson, passes away...

Caroline Blatter 30 Mar 2023 Antigua / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / About/General Information

Honoured member of the English Harbour community Lisa Nicholson passed away peacefully at home on the 20th of March 2023 surrounded by loved ones.

Thrilling Finishes for 2023 RORC Races in the Caribbean

Caroline Blatter 24 Feb 2023 Antigua / Lanzarote / Grenada / Canary Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies / About/General Information

RORC offer some of the most challenging offshore races in the world! 2023 has lived up to RORC's reputation with superb sailing & records broken in the Transatlantic Race and now Caribbean 600, with possibly the closest finish in racing history after a 600 mile intense race!

Discover a World of Adventure and Excitement as a PADI Scuba Instructor

Caroline Blatter 13 Feb 2023 Saba / St. Barth’s / Crew Training & Courses / Caribbean & Central America / Dive Centres / Equipment / Commercial Underwater Services / About/General Information

Join the PADI community and make a career out of doing what you love.

Grenada awarded the ‘Yachting Destination of the Year’ by the Caribbean Travel Awards 2023

Caroline Blatter 01 Jan 2023 Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / About/General Information

The 2023 Yachting Destination of the Year has been awarded to Grenada in the Southern Caribbean, with Port Louis Marina receiving particular mention in the judge’s assessment.

The Yacht Servant - The World's Largest Yacht Carrier

Caroline Blatter 02 Dec 2022 Martinique / Antigua and Barbuda / U.S. Virgin Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Yacht Transport

At 214m (702ft), the world’s largest yacht carrier, 'Yacht Servant', almost doubles the capacity of her predecessors, with a float-on, float-off service, transporting yachts across the Atlantic, and once a year across the Pacific!

Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences welcomes Gourmet Provisioners Faye Gastronomie Caraibes to Canouan

Caroline Blatter 29 Nov 2022 Canouan / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Provisioning

Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences announce the opening of the internationally acclaimed gourmet foods provider ‘Faye Gastronomie Caraibes’ to their Marina Plaza, as well as the recent addition of Erika's Yacht Agency the Marina’s vibrant hub on the island of Canouan.

Classic Trade Wind Passages for ARC 2022 & those on Trans-Atlantic Passages

Caroline Blatter 20 Nov 2022 Gran Canaria / Grenada / Saint Lucia / St. Lucia / Canary Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Atlantic Islands / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

2700 NM+ Trans-Atlantics have begun for many yachts leaving the Canary Islands, including the ARC+ and ARC Rallies.

Yacht Agent Support in Saint Vincent & The Grenadines

Caroline Blatter 10 Nov 2022 Mopion / Mayreau / Palm Island / Petit St.Vincent / Tobago Cays / Union Island / Saint Vincent / St.Vincent / The Southern Grenadines / Canouan / Bequia / Mustique / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales / Provisioning / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Marinas & Moorings

From Union Island through to Canouan, Mustique, Bequia and Saint Vincent, Erika’s network can handle any yacht's needs throughout these islands – keeping life simple and allowing Captains & Crew to concentrate on their yacht, owner and guests.

Marinas of the Dominican Republic Unite

Caroline Blatter 29 Oct 2022 Dominican Republic / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services

The Association of Marinas of the Dominican Republic have launched at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022.

Instructor's Dive Course in the Caribbean

Caroline Blatter 08 Oct 2022 St. Barth’s / Caribbean & Central America / Dive Centres / Equipment / Commercial Underwater Services

Island Diving is running the latest PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) on the paradise island of St.Barth's, starting in November 2022, at their PADI 5 Star IDC Center.

Grenada a Destination of choice for various Trans-Atlantic Regattas

Caroline Blatter 17 Aug 2022 Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Port Louis Marina in Grenada announced as the penultimate stop for the Oyster World Rally, and landfall marina for the ARC + and RORC Trans-Atlantic Race...

Fraudulent Certificates of Competency from Montserrat Yachting Association

Caroline Blatter 18 Jul 2022 The French Riviera/ Antibes/ Cannes/ Nice / France / Montserrat / Crew Training & Courses / Crew Agents / Relief Captains / Yacht Deliveries / Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / Crew

The Red Ensign Group (REG) and the International Maritime Association (IMO) have both issued statements regarding the rumoured fraudulent tickets issued by the Montserrat Yachting Association (MYA), shared via the Professional Yachtsmen's Association (PYA).

Origen Escapes expands to South Costa Rica

Caroline Blatter 02 Jun 2022 Panama / Costa Rica / The Galapagos Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales / About/General Information / Yacht Expedition Services

Luxury experience experts Origen Escapes announce the formal opening of their newest sales and operations office at the Marina Bahia Golfito - offering their extraordinary itineraries and experiences alongside agent and charter brokerage services in a one stop shop for Costa Rica’s yachting market.

Superb Sailing & Fun at Antigua Sailing Week 2022

Caroline Blatter 05 May 2022 Antigua / Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies / About/General Information

Eighty-seven teams from over 20 different countries have been enjoying tropical conditions at one of the world’s best sailing playgrounds...This the 53rd Antigua Sailing Week!

The US Virgin Islands begins Pilot Programme to Allow Entry for Yacht Crew Without B1/B2 Visas

Caroline Blatter 01 Apr 2022 U.S. Virgin Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / Customs Brokers / Customs & Immigration

Temporary changes to the entry requirements are currently in place for the U.S. Virgin Islands directly related to professional vessel crew without B1/B2 or C-1/D visas. For the next six (6) months, yachts seeking to enter the US Virgin Islands can apply for the parole program which is purposed for single entry, with a per person fee.

Yachties Appreciation Week in Dominica - with a Difference!

Mark Acosta 17 Mar 2022 Dominica / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / About/General Information

Be welcomed to The Nature Island from 20-27th March 2022 for a week of structured shoreside & beach activities for all, organised by Portsmouth Association of Yacht Security (PAYS).

Record Breaking Rocket Ship Comanche smashes Transatlantic Record!

Caroline Blatter 18 Jan 2022 Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / Shoreside Activities & Events / Regattas & Cruising Rallies / About/General Information

On the 16th January 2022, 100ft super maxi Comanche took monohull line honours in the 2022 RORC Transatlantic Race, beating the previous record by over two days!

The IMA Caribbean Maxi Challenge 2022

Caroline Blatter 28 Nov 2021 Antigua / Grenada / St. Maarten / St. Martin / St. Barth’s / Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

The new IMA Caribbean Maxi Challenge series for 2022 is such a positive step for the Caribbean - with one offshore and three inshore Races open to all Maxi Yachts of 60ft + LOA, adding new structured competitive Races for Maxi Yacht owners.

Jane Finch's Celebration of Life in Antigua

Caroline Blatter 12 Nov 2021 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / About/General Information

There will be a Celebration of Jane's Life on Saturday 13th November 2021, at the Dow's Hill Interpretation Centre, English Harbour, and a Live Stream over You Tube for those around the world, who would like to join Jareese and Jane's Family.

Chartering in the Dominican Republic

Mark Acosta 14 Oct 2021 Dominican Republic / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales

Chartering for foreign flagged yachts is legal and permitted in the Dominican Republic (DR) and there is no VAT fee involved. There are only the regular clearance fees to pay at the ports of entry to local authorities. However different rules apply for Dominican based companies, chartering vessels.

Acquera Yachting partners with Erika's Agents

Caroline Blatter 12 Oct 2021 Saint Vincent / St.Vincent / The Southern Grenadines / Bahamas / Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services

A partnership bringing together two companies united by the vision of creating a greater client experience. The newly formed alliance between Erika's Yacht Agents, Acquera Yachting and United Island & Yacht will see their collective experience and knowledge within the industry focusing on driving excellence across the board within the agency sector, in the USA - Bahamas, St. Vincent & The Grenadines,…

Antigua and Barbuda Welcomes Vaccinated Visitors

Caroline Blatter 29 Sep 2021 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / About/General Information

With the impending start of the 2022 yachting season, The Antigua and Barbuda Marine Association (ABMA) and its members are looking forward to welcoming visitors safely to its shores. From October 1st, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a new travel advisory that all incoming passengers to the twin-island state must be vaccinated.

The changing roles of Yacht Services Agents

31 Aug 2021 Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / North America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Middle East / Australia & New Zealand / South East Asia / South America / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia / Atlantic Islands / Indian Ocean / Panama & Pacific Ocean Islands

Highlighting the work YACHT SERVICES AGENTS do around the world, continuing to support yachts, crew, owners and guests these last 18 months during the most challenging of times.

Baja California Marina officially Welcomes large Superyachts

Caroline Blatter 19 Aug 2021 Mexico Pacific Coast / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings / About/General Information

Marina Puerto Escondido, Baja’s newest megayacht marina has significantly deepened the entrance channel into the marina to 18ft at low tide, allowing megayachts to enter. With a private FBO only 20 mins from the marina, it is an ideal destination for Superyacht guests.

Trinidad and Tobago’s borders have opened as of mid -July 2021

Caroline Blatter 27 Jul 2021 Tobago / Trinidad / Trinidad & Tobago / Caribbean & Central America

Trinidad and Tobago’s borders have opened as of mid - July 2021 to nationals and non nationals/visitors, for those arriving by air and sea. A new digital TT Travel Pass has also been implemented.

Mandarin Oriental and St. Vincent & The Grenadines Protocol for Entry

Caroline Blatter 18 Jun 2021 Mustique / Bequia / Saint Vincent / St.Vincent / Canouan / The Southern Grenadines / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Hotels & Resorts / Eco-Resorts / About/General Information

The Mandarin Oriental, Canouan Resort is a luxury beach-front boutique hotel resort on Godahl Beach, ready to receive guests - land based or on yachts!

From Panama to Fiji -Join the ISS Destination Series

Caroline Blatter 26 Apr 2021 Fiji / Panama / Costa Rica / The Galapagos Islands / Tahiti / Bora Bora / Moorea / Caribbean & Central America

Join ISS on April 29 for Part One of the Destination Series, as they head to the breathtaking South Pacific regions highlighting Panama, Costa Rica, Galapagos, Tahiti & Fiji, with marine industry experts.

Buy Local - Farm to Yacht Program a great success at Yacht Club Port de Plaisance, in Sint Maarten!

Caroline Blatter 30 Mar 2021 St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

The Farm to Yacht programme offers yachts the opportunity to buy fresh and local in Saint Maarten! It is more important than ever to support local farmers during this global crisis, and great to see Yacht Club Port de Plaisance are committed to supporting the local community by holding more regular Farmer's Markets in season.

The RYA charting an Equal, Diverse and Inclusive Course for the Future of Boating

Caroline Blatter 19 Mar 2021 Africa / Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / North America / Middle East / Australia & New Zealand / South East Asia / South America / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Indian Ocean / Panama & Pacific Ocean Islands / About/General Information

The RYA is proudly lunching the RYA Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2030. Charting an Equal, Diverse and Inclusive Course for the Future of Boating, cementing the sport’s commitment to develop a culture that celebrates diversity and is free from discrimination and prejudice.

MARTINIQUE IS OPEN

Caroline Blatter 15 Mar 2021 Palma & Puerto Portals / Genoa/Portofino/Rapallo / Mallorca / Martinique / Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services

Yacht Transport (Sevenstar & DYT) pick-up and drop-off point in Le Marin. Guest/Crew transfers for any nationality. Shipyard repairs: Haul-out facilities - 440T / 50m and up to LOA 180m. A to Z concierge services while on anchor.

Find Lisa's Sails...

Caroline Blatter 25 Feb 2021 Hawaii / United Kingdom / Bahamas / Egypt / Italy / Greece / Australia / Watersports - Kiteboarding / Surfing / Windsurfing

Calling all yachtie windsurfers... Lisa Vincent (Furlong) was one of the first British women to compete in Windsurfing professionally and helped pioneer the sport in the late 1970's. She sadly passed away in 2004, leaving a young family. They are now looking for photos and trying to track one of her bespoke hand painted sails...can you help?

Rapid Antigen Tests - Lateral Flow Tests on board Yachts

Caroline Blatter 11 Feb 2021 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / Medical Services / Pharmacies / Complimentary Therapies / About/General Information

In response to demand, well known Medical Support Offshore (MSOS) have sourced Rapid Antigen Tests for SARS COVID-19 – which can be sent out to yachts in locations around the world. However, they have decided to support four chosen charities with proceeds of the sales of the Tests. The total keeps growing, and is phenomenal!

Horizon Yacht Charters open and plans for The BVI in December

Caroline Blatter 20 Nov 2020 Saint Vincent / St.Vincent / The Southern Grenadines / Grenada / British Virgin Islands / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales

Horizon Yacht Charters offers unrivalled service & quality yachts for charter, in its three bases in the Caribbean Islands, welcoming guests for the 2020/21 season ahead!

Yacht Club Port de Plaisance - A Superyacht Sanctuary

Caroline Blatter 05 Nov 2020 St. Maarten / St. Martin / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

Yacht Club Port De Plaisance in St Maarten has taken all the necessary measures to provide a safe facility and the best service during the global COVID-19 Pandemic. A warm safe welcome awaits Superyachts, their guests and crew this season, whether it be as a stop over, or longer term.

IGY Yacht Haven Grande, St. Thomas awarded Superyacht Marina of the Year for a third time!

Caroline Blatter 12 Oct 2020 U.S. Virgin Islands / Caribbean & Central America / Marinas & Moorings

IGY's Yacht Haven Grande receives a prestigious award, and what it means to their committed staff, as well as COVID -19 updates and OnBoard Testing being available in different IGY Destinations on both sides of the Atlantic.

Superyacht cruising destinations of the future - Where will they be?

Caroline Blatter 23 Sep 2020 Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean

We`ve heard a lot over the last few years about superyachts seeking out more unusual destinations, more off-the-beaten track regions are gaining traction with a growing band of adventurous owners and charterers.

A jet set castaway retreat in picture perfect Canouan!

Caroline Blatter 15 Jul 2020 Canouan / Saint / St.Vincent & The Grenadines / Caribbean & Central America / Hotels & Resorts / Eco-Resorts

Canouan is a picture-perfect playground for yacht owners and charter guests - a seamless solution for captains who need discretion, good shoreside support and simple jet-to-yacht solutions for their clients.

Baja California gets it's first electric boat!

Caroline Blatter 08 Jul 2020 Baja California Sur / Caribbean & Central America / Shoreside Activities & Events / Yacht Management / Yacht Charter / Yacht Sales

Electric boats are becoming increasingly popular in the boating community. You can now rent the recently refurbished electric-powered Duffy boat, named, “Bela" - she runs off batteries allowing for quiet and leisurely boating with low impact on the environment.

Welcome back to The Bahamas...

Caroline Blatter 22 Jun 2020 Paradise Island / Abaco / Grand Bahama / Nassau / Eleuthera / Exuma Islands / North Eleuthera / Great Exuma / Harbour Island / Bahamas / Caribbean & Central America / About/General Information / Aircraft & Helicopter Charters / Airlines & Airports / Ground Handling

As of 1st July 2020, all airports of The Bahamas will reopen, as well as marinas, hotels and resorts throughout these beautiful islands! Contact Joei Aranha from Island Purveyors for outstanding provisioning support!

Grenada Updates – COVID19 Protocol Implementation

Caroline Blatter 12 Jun 2020 Carriacou / Petite Martinique / Grenada / Caribbean & Central America / About/General Information

A Message from Grenada Lima: A few important things to note to prepare and in advance of your arrival into Grenada. Only yachts registered with Grenada Lima and being processed through the Arriving Yachts Protocol will be able to come into Grenada. The sea port borders remain closed to yacht traffic. All yachts intending to come to Grenada need to complete the Maritime Health Declaration Form 48 hours…

Covid-19 update for Saint Lucia - Private jets can now land at the International Airport.

Caroline Blatter 13 May 2020 Saint Lucia / St. Lucia / Caribbean & Central America / Yacht Agent / Concierge Services / Aircraft & Helicopter Charters / Airlines & Airports / Ground Handling

Ben's Yacht Services offers guidance and support to private jets, now allowed to fly into Saint Lucia's International Airport.

10th Anniversary Edition - The Superyacht Challenge Antigua 2020

Caroline Blatter 11 Mar 2020 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

11 - 15th March in stunningly restored Nelsons Dockyard, where history meets modern superyachts... and 'where fair racing and good companionship are valued above all else…'

70 ft carbon multi-hull flyers set for 2020 RORC Caribbean 600!

21 Oct 2019 Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Multihulls have competed in every edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 and for the first time in the history of the race, the 2020 edition is set to feature three equally matched 70ft carbon flyers!

The Superyacht Services Guides

Caroline Blatter 01 Aug 2019 Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / North America / Middle East / Australia & New Zealand / South East Asia / South America / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia / Atlantic Islands / Indian Ocean / Panama & Pacific Ocean Islands / About/General Information

Whatever you need, we list over 10,000 services worldwide that have been RECOMMENDED & endorsed by other Superyacht Captains & crew over the years… This is what they say about our Guides... " By far the most used publication on board, incredibly useful" "Just known as ‘ THE GUIDE’ on board, everyone knows what it is!" " The most diligently compiled and comprehensive set…

It’s a wrap for a vintage season of winter sun regattas

Caroline Blatter 08 May 2019 Antigua / Antigua and Barbuda / St. Maarten / St. Martin / St. Barth’s / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

The close of the 52nd Antigua Sailing Week marks the end of the Caribbean racing season. It’s been a busy season – the islands that were so badly damaged by the autumn 2017 hurricanes, with some struggling to run events this time last year, have made a remarkable recovery thanks as much as anything to the huge efforts of their local communities and dockside businesses, supported by international…

SSG in St Barths

Caroline Blatter 24 Mar 2019 St. Barth’s

Are you lucky enough to be in one of the most beautiful harbours in the world -or passing through later this season?

BIG BOAT ACTION FROM SPRING REGATTAS

Caroline Blatter 01 Mar 2019 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / St. Maarten / St. Martin / New Zealand / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

2019 got off with a bang with two superyacht regattas & an offshore 600 nm Race - providing plenty of excitement in both hemispheres!

Bequia Mount Gay Music Fest 2019

29 Jan 2019 Bequia / Shoreside Activities & Events / Musicians / Entertainers

Erphaan Alves, WCK, the ABC Beckett Headline Bequia Mount Gay Music Fest 2019 Excitement is building for the highly acclaimed and much anticipated Bequia Mount Gay Musicfest 2019, running from January 30th to February 3rd in Admiralty Bay. The Bequia Tourism Association’s annual live entertainment Festival kicks off its now five-day long event with 130 musicians performing in six events over…

Superyacht Regattas & Boat Shows to kick off 2019

Caroline Blatter 22 Jan 2019 Miami / Newport / Palma & Puerto Portals / Barcelona / Antigua / Sardinia / Dubai / Singapore / St. Maarten / St. Martin / Australia / New Zealand / St. Barth’s / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Once again there is a thrilling programme of superyacht regattas around the world – as well as an array of international Boat Shows.We take a look at the first 6 months of 2019... Regattas 30 January – 2 February: The New Zealand Millennium Cup, Auckland The 24.72m custom built Ammomite is the yacht to beat in this down under event, coming soon, in what the organisers describe as one of…

Our Guides go digital!

20 Aug 2018 Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / North America / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia

Our Guides are now available as Flip Books... so if you don't have the latest copy of any of our regional Guides, then look no further!

Developing a hurricane response plan for superyachts

Caroline Blatter 30 Jul 2018 Caribbean & Central America / Charitable Donations

With recovery still underway from last year’s Atlantic hurricane season in the Caribbean, YachtAid Global is encouraging yachts to be ready to respond as this year’s seasons across the Atlantic, Eastern North Pacific and Western North Pacific begin. Superyacht aid organization, YachtAid Global has compiled a number of tips for yachts seeking to be ready to assist should this year’s…

Racing in Antigua signals an end to the Caribbean season..

Caroline Blatter 22 May 2018 Antigua / Barbuda / Antigua and Barbuda / Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Antigua was ablaze with activity in April, with many yachts and crew enjoying the traditional Trade Winds & infamous Caribbean hospitality. First with the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, now in its 31st year, attracting 29 yachts whose ages spanned 79 years and 100ft in length! Running from 19th-23rd April, the single handed race opened the Regatta followed by four days of lively racing often in…

2018 St Barths Bucket Regatta

Caroline Blatter 24 Mar 2018 St. Barth’s / Shoreside Activities & Events / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Months of hard work pays off for the 2018 St. Barths Bucket Regatta superyacht spectacle! The 23rd annual St Barths Bucket Regatta drew to a close on Sunday (18 March), a huge credit to this small beautiful island pulling together to recover its infrastructure in time for the event, following the devastating back-to-back hurricanes (Irma, José and Maria) of six months ago. But recover it did,…

Isle de Sol Marina, St. Maarten - An IGY Marina

Caroline Blatter 20 Mar 2018 St. Maarten / St. Martin / Marinas & Moorings

For those yachts heading back to the MED or up the East Coast of States towards the end of the Caribbean season, why not stop by fully open & operational Isle de Sol Marina in St Maarten for provisioning, refuelling & any service needs. As an IGY Marina, this dedicated Superyacht facility has really established itself as an extremely popular marina for many large yachts whilst staying in St.Maarten,…

Superyacht Regattas of 2018/19

16 Mar 2018 Newport / Sardinia / Mallorca / Antigua and Barbuda / New Zealand / St. Barth’s / Thailand / Shoreside Activities & Events / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

The Bucket Regatta, St Barths 15-18 March 2018 The best loved superyacht regatta in the Caribbean attracts more than 20 of the world’s great superyachts. At least three J Class yachts have already entered for the March 2018 event, along with a collection of stunning yachts from 27m in size to the majestic 56m Perini Navi Zenji. The fleet gathers in Gustavia’s harbour for the three-day…

The 2018 RORC Caribbean 600 Race

Caroline Blatter 05 Mar 2018 Caribbean & Central America / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Wet and Wild racing for the 10th RORC Caribbean 600 Race George David's American Maxi Rambler 88 has won the 2018 RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy, scoring the best corrected time under IRC. A record 84 yachts started the 2018 RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua on Monday 19th February, the largest fleet assembled in the ten-year history of the race. The impressive armada set off in unstable conditions, just a…

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta

Caroline Blatter 27 Feb 2018 St. Maarten / St. Martin / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

The 38th St. Maarten Heineken Regatta runs from 1-4th March 2018, based at Port de Plaisance. With exciting sailing, a race village & great headlining acts!

The 2018 Superyacht Challenge Antigua

Caroline Blatter 06 Feb 2018 Antigua / Antigua and Barbuda / Shoreside Activities & Events / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

The 2018 Superyacht Challenge Antigua finished as it started – on a high note with ‘pure enjoyement’ for the Owners, Captains & crew of the majestic sailing yachts taking part. This Superyacht Regatta really is one of a kind – with limited entry & no title sponsorship, it is a wonderful celebration of sailing & socialising in historic Nelson's Dockyard. Participants…

Superyacht Services Guides

Caroline Blatter 01 Feb 2018 Caribbean & Central America / Mediterranean / North America / Middle East / Australia & New Zealand / South East Asia / South America / Northern Europe, The Baltic & Northern Latitudes / Pacific Islands & French Polynesia / Atlantic Islands / Indian Ocean / Panama & Pacific Ocean Islands / About/General Information

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Keep your Qualifications up to date & brush up your Yachting CV!

Caroline Blatter 29 Jan 2018 Fort Lauderdale / Palma & Puerto Portals / The French Riviera/ Antibes/ Cannes/ Nice / South Coast of England & London / Antigua and Barbuda / New Zealand / St. Barth’s

With Spring around the corner, the next few weeks in February & March are the perfect time for crews to be brushing up on their skills prior to the start of the busy charter and Summer holiday season. Several training centres have been highly recommended to us by Captains and Crews, providing a whole host of courses from STCW basic crew training to specialised courses in security, medical training…

Solidarity for The Caribbean

Caroline Blatter 20 Nov 2017 Caribbean & Central America

The Caribbean will be open for business this winter, as warm and welcoming as ever, so make sure you don’t cancel plans to visit, it’s a great chance to show these beautiful islands your support! No one in the yachting industry will be unaware of the devastating damage that Hurricanes Irma, Jose, Katia and Maria caused when they ripped through the Caribbean in September of this year, making…

Caribbean Regattas 2018

Caroline Blatter 20 Nov 2017 Caribbean & Central America / Shoreside Activities & Events / Regattas & Cruising Rallies

Caribbean islanders are tough! They are not giving up easily, and they are determined that the massive damage from the strongest hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic is not going to get in the way of the fabulous spring programme of regattas enjoyed by so many sailors. The hospitality on shore will be warm and welcoming, professionalism of the regatta management will be as sharp as ever, and competition…

October 2023 - Caribbean & Central America