Jamie Matusow

A classic wooden yacht that resembles a warm cozy lodge provides the perfect refuge when exploring British Columbia’s great outdoors. Beaches of crushed clam, oyster, and mussel shells line the remote shores of many of British Columbia’s scenic Gulf Islands. They are the sun-bleached remnants of a native society that lived off the land, harvesting shellfish for both sustenance and trade. Although today’s population is more diverse, many island dwellers still reap the bounties of the fertile environment. While salmon fishing remains popular, specialty vineyards, cheese producers, orchards, bakers, lavender growers, and lamb farmers have set down stakes, giving this region a growing reputation for culinary and wine offerings. Many cottage industries have als... (more)

Galley Magic

Nothing has been spared on Obsession II, a streamlined sailing yacht designed to run optimally with a small crew. The chef utilizes the state-of-the-art galley to maximum advantage. Following a casual buffet lunch aboard the 112ft S/Y Obsession II, in Antigua, 20 or so guests rewarded Chef Pierre Dumortier with a standing ovation. He graciously accepted the praise, which was well deserved.... (more)

A Yacht Charter Experience Abord M/Y Positive Carry

The story of M/Y Positive Carry’s Captain Whitney Reiter reads a little like a novel. But while serendipity has certainly played a role in his becoming one of the youngest captains of a 142ft Trinity, it’s his skill, hard work, upbeat nature, and love of the water that provide drama and adventure for charter guests. It’s the stuff dreams are made of: local Miami boy grows... (more)

The Sky's the Limit

It takes a knowledgeable broker to make sure your charter experience is everything you want it to be. Nigel Burgess, one of the largest yacht brokerages in the world, recently opened an office in Manhattan to better serve their clients in the States. I asked Alev Karagulle, director of marketing and communications for the firm, why now?  "While our activities in Europe are rock solid and... (more)

Obsession with the Sea

Once a favorite haunt of pirates, and the setting for Treasure Island, the riches in this area of the West Indies now lie in abundant coral reefs and unpopulated islands accessible only by boat. The crisp, crackling underwater sound I heard was unfamiliar to me. I tried to pinpoint it while caught up in the mesmerizing world of slowly waving purple sea fans, magenta-colored coral, and scho... (more)