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)
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)
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)
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)
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)