Boating & Yachting

Best Beaches in The World

There is no place I would rather be on any given day, than on a beach somewhere. Like most people I am happy to travel thousands of miles to hang around on a great beach, and here are 5 of my favourites. Koh Lanta is the southernmost island of Thailand’s Krabi Province, far from the [...]

The North Pacific Right Whale Top 10 Most-Endangered Species

After commercial whaling ceased on these whales in the 1930s, the right whales have not made any significant recovery. They were called the right whale, possibly by whalers, because it was the “right” whale to kill. They were fairly easy targets, as they are slow swimmers and float when dead. Their exploitation began in 12th [...]

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The Ultimate Luxury Cruise

SeaDream Yacht Club is a family owned company, conceived by Norwegian entrepreneur Atle Brynestad: Founder, Owner, Chairman and CEO. Robert W. Lepisto, President, has been part of the original SeaDream team since its inception in September 2001. “It’s yachting, not cruising”, defines SeaDream’s mission. Providing a casual yachting experience that will exceed our guests’ expectations [...]

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The Rehendi Presidential Suite, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

The Rehendi Presidential Suite The 500 square meters tastefully appointed award winning villa boasts of a living room; a master bedroom with attached his and hers bathrooms, a guest bedroom; a glassed bathroom with an infinite view of the Indian Ocean; a 15 ft fresh water pool with a private sundeck, two ‘salas’ for relaxing [...]

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MegaYacht 777 For Sale

Seriously for sale: Owner is now well motivated to sell the yacht. We encourage brokers and their clients to see beyond the official asking price and bring in realistic offers that value the boat sensibly in the current market. The Owner will consider the merits of all offers. For price guidance please call. Upgrades: The [...]

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The Boat Show Indicator

The Boat Show Indicator This is the beginning for the boat show season, New York’s is underway. The data indicates that after a 5-yr decline in New boat sales, they are now on the rise, and they have been on the rise since August 2011. During the recession, new boat sales fell 55%, and previously-owned [...]

The Ultimate Luxury Yacht for Sale

MY Mystic is a 46m CMB Yachts motor luxury yacht for sale. With a total of 5 cabins, she can welcome onboard up to 12 guests with a crew of 9. With over a quarter of a century of experience in boat sales, yacht sales, powerboat sales and boat maintenance in southern Spain, while providing [...]

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Thailand Safari

Amid exotic bamboo jungles, where three countries meet, enjoy hours interacting with elephants – training and trekking – in this unforgettable experience for active adults and teens. Just 15 tented accommodations – unique in luxury, complete with hand-hammered copper bathtubs – echo the romantic spirit of 19th-century explorers. All-inclusive Four Seasons adventures cover every detail, [...]

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Formula One 2012 schedule

Formula One: FIA unveils Y 2012 schedule The FIA World Motor Sport Council released the Y 2012 Formula One schedule Wednesday. The US Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas outside of Austin, Texas has moved from its provisional date in June to November 18. The Turkish Grand Prix has been dropped for Y [...]

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Investing in Emerging Markets Real Estate

Pattaya, Up to 7% Return Guaranteed for 15 Years MOVENPICK RESORT & SPA – PATTAYA THE FIRST CONDOTEL DEVELOPMENT IN THAILAND OFFERS GREAT VALUE AND BENEFITS CONDOTEL = Condominium + 5-Star Hotel Operation Movenpick Resort & Spa, 264 condo-units, all under a 15-year hotel management contract by Movenpick Hotel & Resort, a top 5-Star chain [...]

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Private Equity Takes a Hit in Q1 2012

Most private-equity and hedge funds typically take 20 percent of investment gains as carried interest, on top of 2 percent of assets as a management fee to …