YV&C International Yacht Vacations & Charters Magazine reports:
The only gem created by a living animal, pearls have been a sign of classic
good taste and beauty for more than 4,000 years. For more than 100 years,
Mikimoto has duplicated the natural process, and become the world’s
leading producer of cultured pearls. Here, Mikimoto’s Robert Artelt,
shares with YV&C readers some of the company’s newest designs, and
offers advice on what to look for when purchasing pearl jewelry.
Archipelagoes are often described as a string of pearls set in pristine azure
waters. Vermeer’s 17th century painting of a woman wearing a pearl
earring inspired a modern-day book and a movie. From Marco Polo and
Cleopatra, to Marilyn Monroe and Princess Grace, pearls have been a favorite
adornment for thousands of years. Simple and perfect, the opalescent orbs
have lon... (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 schools of fish ranging from
electric blue to vibrant yellow.
When I was able to tear myself away long enough to return to the tender of
the 85ft Hatteras, Obsession, I removed my snorkel and asked Ca... (more)
Isla Mujeres is a perfect Caribbean stopover when exploring the Yucatán and
Central American coast, but the real draw is its laid-back attitude.
On a recent trip to Isla Mujeres, I wasn't sure what to expect other than a
very small island (only 5 miles long by about 1 mile wide) off the coast of
Mexico, known for its sparsely populated palm-fringed beaches and
crystal-clear aquamarine waters. What I found was a favorite destination for
a small group of yachtsmen who intend to keep it quiet as long as possible.
What's more, Isla (as it is fondly referred to) boasts a world-class... (more)
On sale: Tuesday, August 3, 2004 !
The Premier Issue of JC&T, shown here at Barnes & Noble, went on sale
August 3, 2004, at leading bookstores, international newsstands, and
airports.
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To accommodate this increasingly fast-paced world we live in, we are excited
to introduce Private Jet Charters & Travel (www.JetChartersMagazine.com), a
supplement to YV&C (www.YachtChartersMagazine.com). When we published our
"Air Charter" column in the premier issue of International Yacht Vacations &
Charters, we could not predict how popular the "private air travel" topic ... (more)
The more I attend yacht shows and travel aboard various vessels, the more it
becomes apparent that there is, indeed, a yacht for every budget and for
every need. From 45ft bareboat catamarans to luxury crewed charters, from
family reunions to corporate events, the experience can be yours.
At this year's 45th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, one of
the largest in the world, interest was strong in boats of all sizes, from
canoes to megayachts. The YV&C staff spent most of our time at the Bahia Mar
and Las Olas marinas, viewing the superyachts (see our show album in th... (more)
Jamie Matusow is a freelance writer based in New York. She was the long time managing editor of legendary Yacht Vacations & Charters Magazine. Jamie traveled extensively throughout Mediterranean, Caribean, and the Bahamas where she filed many of her charter stories.
David Lucas
Cathy Lopez
Shaul Efraim
Terence Martin Breslin
Cory Marchand
David Hughes
James Carlini
John Iffert
Dan Stolts
Joe Zeto
