Corsica: the other island
It seems that everybody and their metaphorical dog want to go to Sardinia. For my tastes, the whole island is outrageously expensive. If you are a commercial …
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Aussies review charter regs
Superyacht Australia has asked the Australian government to review regulations affecting superyacht chartering in country waters. The number of yachts coming …
Marine sanctuary in Florida Keys seeks public comment
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary seeks public comment on sanctuary boundaries, marine zones and marine regulations. Input will shape Florida Keys marine …
Former America’s Cup sailor and Patton Marine surveyor dies
Reknowned America’s Cup sailor Robert “Bob” Connell, a marine surveyor with Patton Marine, died of a heart attack in Miami on April 17. He …
Why do yachts make a big deal about how a bed is made?
Why do stews and yachts make such a big deal about how a bed is made? Well, apparently, a properly made bed is a matter of discipline. It helps to ensure that …
Dubai police warn unqualified captains cause accidents
Police blame unqualified captains for most of the yachting accidents in Dubai during the past two years according to the National of Abu Dhabi. During that …
St Kitts and Nevis gears up yachting
Seeing the economic success of neighboring islands, the dual-island Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis is gearing up to attract yacht tourism. …
Lessons learned. Titanic, no, but a night to remember nonetheless
By Capt. Bruce Gregory Before I begin, let me first say that in spite of the odds against it, I suffered only a few bruises, some sore muscles and a fractured …
From blown engine to major refit: Introducing the M/Y Serque
By Carlos Miller During his 20 years working in the yacht business, project manager Greg Cox has overseen more than 50 projects, mostly repainting and …
