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In love with Turkey aboard HIC SALTA and why you should book your Mediterranean holiday now

By Trina Howes on Dec 28, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Greece, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe

The Greek and Turkish coasts are a haven for fun seekers, sun worshippers and culture lovers who want days exploring ancient wonders and nights partying under starry night skies, and luxury gulets like HIC SALTA are the most efficient way to see and do it all in style. Bodrum Bodrum is a first and/or last […]

Serene sailing in the Seychelles

By Nicholas Dean on Dec 26, 2020 in Africa, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

Located to the north east of Madagascar and strewn with World Heritage Sites, the granite archipelago of the Seychelles clusters together approximately 115 inner and outer islands. While the more remote outer islands can be reached with a local guide or specifically trained captain on board, most visited are the inner islands, including well-known Praslin, […]

Natural wonder in Antarctica

By Nicholas Dean on Nov 13, 2020 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel

Achingly beautiful and wildly pristine, remote Antarctica is unlike any other destination on earth and defies the imagination. The land is a vast white icescape, dotted with soaring mountains untouched by mankind and blessed with wildlife flourishing in this snowy enclave. Take time to marvel at the many wonders of this incredible peninsula where ice-filled […]

The Turkish delights of chartering a luxury gulet

By Trina Howes on Nov 12, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, Turkey

Endless days of sunshine and warmth beckon in the Eastern Mediterranean even as we head into winter, but you can start planning your next spring or summer holiday and take your friends and family to Turkey on a beautiful luxury gulet adventure in 2021. Gulets are traditional wooden-hulled vessels that are locally built and offer […]

2020/21 luxury yacht charters in the Caribbean

By Trina Howes on Oct 25, 2020 in Antigua and Barbuda, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Guadeloupe, Regions, Speciality Travel, US Virgin Islands

The end of 2020 is on the horizon but there’s time to celebrate the end of a truly unusual year with plenty of pampering with family and friends this winter on a luxury yacht charter in the Caribbean. Celebrate Thanksgiving on a pink sand beach in Barbuda, do some duty-free last-minute shopping in the US […]

Experience the Kimberley, Australia by yacht

By Nicholas Dean on Oct 08, 2020 in Australia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel

Travelling along the north-western edge of Australia offers an introduction to a raw, wild coastline dotted with some 2,600 beautiful islands. The isolated and rugged Kimberley coast is often referred to as one of Australia’s great natural wonders; this never-ending natural haven of crystalline waters, white sands, pounding waterfalls, and sandstone gorges is guaranteed to […]

5 reasons to discover the Maldives with luxury yacht Nawaimaa

By Trina Howes on Sep 22, 2020 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Regions, Speciality Travel

If you’re planning your next winter holiday, here are five reasons to choose the Maldives and a luxury yacht charter aboard NAWAIMAA. You’ll never tire of ‘socially distancing’ as you cruise from one breath-taking island to the next: Reconnect with nature and explore the exotic wonders of Maldives at your own pace, letting your expert […]

A family sailing holiday in western Scotland

By Paul Johnson on Sep 04, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

The coronavirus has turned the world on its head when it comes to family holidays or indeed travel of any kind. Now we are more mindful of issues such as health and hygiene, social distancing and santisation, than ever before. It is therefore perhaps quite natural that we see holidaymakers seeking isolation over city breaks, […]

Revel in la dolce vita on the Amalfi Coast

By Nicholas Dean on Sep 02, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Well-known for scenery, history, cuisine and style, the famous stretch of coastline along the Amalfi Coast is blessed with warm sunshine, fascinating culture and beautiful beaches. Tracing the shoreline of this UNESCO heritage site by yacht allows full appreciation of this extraordinary destination. Not only will the views be even more spectacular, but a yacht […]

Discover the magic of the Maldives with luxury yacht SAFIRA

By Trina Howes on Aug 18, 2020 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maldives, Regions, Speciality Travel

When you think of a luxury getaway it’s usually a tropical paradise that first comes to mind, and the Maldives has so much hidden beauty just waiting to be discovered with the freedom that luxury yacht SAFIRA brings. Fill your hours with water sports, sunbathing and catching up with family and friends while your Captain keeps […]

The greatest show on Earth

By Paul Johnson on Jul 31, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Indonesia, Regions, Speciality Travel

The Coral Triangle is home to the richest coral reefs on the planet. The region stretches from Malaysia in the west, to the Solomon Islands in the east, and reaches as far north as the Philippines. At its heart, are the bio-diverse tropical waters of Indonesia and a habitat for marine life like nowhere else […]

Cruise the Magnificent Mekong with new ship Viking Saigon℠

By Paul Johnson on Jul 29, 2020 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vietnam

Viking is launching a new ship next Summer for its popular Magnificent Mekong cruise tour. Currently under construction, the 80-guest Viking Saigon℠ is scheduled to debut for the 30 August 2021 cruisetour departure; the river cruise portion of the itinerary sails between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam. “For many of […]

5 best parks in Africa to enjoy boating safaris

By Marc Harris on Jul 23, 2020 in Africa, Botswana, Cruises & Boat Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Boating safaris are not the classic 4X4 game drive experience; granted, you do not find as many big animals as you do via a land safari. However, boating is a beautiful way to enjoy being in the bush and seeing the usual wildlife from a different perspective, as well as taking a more detailed view […]

‘Kia ora’ yachting in the Bay of Islands

By Nicholas Dean on Jul 21, 2020 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel

One of the ultimate ways to explore the beautiful New Zealand coastline is by yacht, where stunning islands are scattered over azure seas and charming seaside towns are immersed in history. Here, silvery beaches line contrastingly rocky coasts, while pods of dolphins play offshore amidst a wealth of marine life. This destination delivers a wealth […]

Provence boating holidays

By Su Stephens on Jul 20, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

We are free to roam the world once more and seek out its beauty. It has been a troubled year, and we have grown used to your homes and the company of a few. It might feel too much to fly out to a major resort to sit amongst thousands of people again. The perfect […]

Indulgence and adventure in Florida and the Bahamas with luxury yacht Wicked

By Trina Howes on Jul 19, 2020 in Bahamas, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

Active outdoor types and those simply seeking sunshine and serenity will both be enamoured with the tropical Bahamas islands and the Florida Keys, made all the better when your accommodation, transport and entertainment go with you everywhere on a luxury yacht charter. Avoid the traffic jams and set your own timetable, waking up to the […]

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