Yachting Times Magazine #14

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Cruising French Guyana’s Salut Islands | Navegando por las Islas de la Salud de la Guyana Francesa Diving in Vietnam among its vibrant nudis | Buceando en Vietnam junto a sus nudibranquios

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PRINCESS 88

Performance luxury motor yacht Un barco de lujo de alto rendimiento

FERRETTI 750

Strong personality and a unique international appeal Fuerte personalidad y un atractivo internacional único

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CONTENTS | CONTENIDOS

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DEPARTMENTS | DEPARTAMENTOS

BOAT REVIEWS | TESTEO DE

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES & MARINE LIFE

6- From the Editor

EMBARCACIONES

MEDIOAMBIENTE Y VIDA MARINA

8- Letters to the Editor

22- Princess 88

52- Vietnam’s Vibrant Nudis

10- YTM iPad App

30- Ferretti 750

12- IN BRIEF 73- Subscription

FASHION & YACHTING LIFESTYLE PROFILES | PERFILES

MODA Y ESTILO DE VIDA NÁUTICO

38- Zuccon International Project

60- Fashion Picks for Spring

NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS Y EVENTOS

66- Featured Hotel

16- Custom Discovery / Pangaea

CRUISING & TRAVEL

Expedition 2014

CRUCEROS Y VIAJES

18- Bacardi Miami Sailing Week

46- French Guyana’s Salut Islands

82- Featured Cocktail TECH & SAFETY | TECNOLOGÍA Y SEGURIDAD 70- Great Boating Shoes

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Editor & Publisher Dolores Barciela Executive Editor Laura Failoni Managing Editor Maria Iriondo Editor at Large Diane Selkirk

From left to right: Giovanni Bogetto, Azimut Benetti Press Office Manager; Vincenzo Poerio, CEO Benetti; Dolores Barciela, Yachting Times Publisher; and Ugo Garassino, Deputy General Manager Azimut Yachts, and Ugo Garassino, Deputy General Manager Azimut Yachts, during the Azimut|Benetti lunch at Soho Beach House this past February.

from the editor In 2013 we increased our yearly issues, from 3 to 4. And we were surprised - and very pleased!- with the warm response from our readers who welcomed the first ever YTM Winter issue. It’s great to feel our mags are so appreciated, thanks so much!

This is our fourth anniversary and we’d like to celebrate it - same as always- with our loyal readers, subscribers and advertisers; thank you all for your invaluable support!

Art & Design Pablo De Palma Contributors Cory Silken, Benjamin-Émile Le Hay, Pierre Hervé, Elodie Marie Camprasse, Nancy Bloom, George Wall.

Business Development & Sales Lisa Besalel, lisa@yachtingtimesmagazine.com Sofía Pagano, sofia@yachtingtimesmagazine.com Mabel Covelo, mabel@yachtingtimesmagazine.com Phone +1-786-237-7830 info@yachtingtimesmagazine.com www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com P.O. Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 - USA PRINTED IN AMERICA 14 - SPRING | PRIMAVERA 2014

Once again, our anniversary gifts are three items of yachting sportswear by SLAM. Please see page 9 for more information and how to register to win.

de la editora En el 2013 aumentamos de 3 a 4 nuestros números anuales, y nos sorprendió gratamente la cálida recepción de los lectores a nuestro primer número de invierno de Yachting Times. Es genial ver que nuestras revistas son tan apreciadas, muchas gracias!.

Este es nuestro cuarto aniversario y queremos festejarlo con nuestros leales lectores, suscriptores y anunciantes; gracias a todos por su invaluable apoyo!.

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www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE (ISSN 2153-0831; ISSN 2153-084X) is published quarterly by YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE LLC., P.O. Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, Phone +1-786-237-7830 Copyright 2014 by YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE. All rights reserved. YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE is fully protected by copyright law and nothing that appears in it may be reproduced, wholly OR in part, without written permission. Great care has been taken throughout the magazine to be accurate, but we cannot accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions which might occur. We cannot be responsible, either, for the claims of manufacturers in any of the items, nor for products here advertised. Both editorial and submitted manuscripts and photos will be handled with care but no liability is assumed for them. Signed articles don´t necessarily reflect the publisher´s opinion or view. Their consigned statements are, thus, exclusively up to the author.

YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE se publica trimestralmente por YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE LLC., P.O. Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, Tel/Fax: +1-786-237-7830. Copyright 2014 por YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE. Todos los derechos reservados. Prohibida la reproduccion total o parcial de los articulos, fotos y anuncios aparecidos en YACHTING TIMES MAGAZINE sin el consentimiento por escrito del editor. Se ha intentado ser preciso a lo largo de toda la revista, pero no podemos responsabilizarnos por errores u omisiones que puedan ocurrir. Tampoco asumimos responsabilidad alguna por los servicios o productos anunciados en nuestras páginas. Tanto las notas y fotos editoriales como las enviadas serán tratadas con cuidado, pero no nos responsabilizamos por pérdida o daño de las mismas. Las notas firmadas no necesariamente reflejan la opinión o el parecer del editor de la revista. Las afirmaciones en ellas consignadas, por lo tanto, corren por exclusiva cuenta del autor.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR | CARTAS AL EDITOR

WE WELCOME YOUR LETTERS SUS CARTAS SON BIENVENIDAS Letters may be mailed to the Editor, PO Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149.

E-mails may be sent to info@yachtingtimesmagazine.com All correspondence must include your full name, address and telephone number.

We will edit letters for space and clarity.

If your letter is selected by our editors, you may win a gift as well.

I just finished reading issue#13 (Winter) and greatly enjoyed the article about the Provincetown Schooner Race!! I’ve participated in this race and found it to be well run, great courses and a lot of fun!! Hats off to your magazine for including articles about these classic boat races!! Thank you for a great mag and keep up the great work!! Mind the wheel or lose the keel!!

Capt. Kevin Foley Key West, FL

Las cartas pueden ser enviadas por correo al Editor, al PO Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 o por email a info@yachtingtimesmagazine.com Toda la correspondencia debe incluir nombre completo, dirección y número de teléfono. Las cartas pueden ser editadas por motivos de espacio y claridad. Si su carta es seleccionada por nuestros editores, se le podrá otorgar un premio también.

I was reading your Winter 2013 edition at the Miami International Boat Show, and the article written by Mrs. Birnbaum, “Top 5 Best Mobile Apps for Navigation” offered a good lead about mobile apps for navigation but none of them exist at the Play Store for downloading. Next time revise the info before publishing. Thanks.

E. Santisteban Nancy Birnbaum’s response: “While it’s true that there is a dearth of good navigation apps available via the Android PlayStore, there are a couple of options that include ActiveCaptain. One is C-Map/Jeppesen’s Plan2Nav which has a handy feature allowing you to store data offline so no Internet connection is required to run it. Also, SmartChart AIS by Technology Systems Inc. is a free chartplotter with U.S. NOAA vector charts that can display ActiveCaptain over a cellular network. Since iPads were mentioned in the first paragraph as “replacing chart plotters...,” I hoped it would be understood without a blatant plug for Apple products in the title.”

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Los regalos por el 4to aniversario de YTM son tres prendas náuticas de SLAM. Regístrese para participar del sorteo al enviar su nombre completo, dirección, teléfono, email y talle de camiseta a YTM. Puede hacernos llegar sus datos por email a info@yachtingtimesmagazine.com o por correo al PO Box 491196, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 - USA. También puede registrarse online en www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com.

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Photo by Captain George Wall of the Schooner Irena

embers of the American Schooner Association enjoyed complimentary copies of Yachting Times Magazine at their annual meeting held at Mystic Seaport, Mystic, Connecticut in February.

The annual meeting is one of the major association events of the year. This year’s meeting was attended by members who are owners of schooners, sailors and other individuals and organizations interested in preserving and promoting the virtues of the schooner rig.

The Association’s mission is to foster, promote and encourage the enjoyment, traditions, and preservation of schooners by supporting both individuals and organizations that support their efforts, by maintaining a record of these vessels past and present, and by coordinating a program of racing and cruising. www.amschooner.org Captain John Eginton of the Schooner Mystic Whaler

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IN BRIEF

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The Transat Jacques n 2013, in order to maintain global leadership anticipating the changing market conditions, Azimut Vabré celebrated its Yachts decided to make significant changes to its th organization. One important message they want to corporate 11 edition in 2013 communicate to their public is that “Made in Italy” translates

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into quality, design and innovation which they divulge through an ad campaign called “Being Italian” which is what makes Azimut boats unique and inimitable. It also signifies pride in exhibiting the cultural roots of Italy, a country built on a tradition of passion, creativity and the construction of beautiful and innovative yachts loved by their owners throughout the five continents.

In 2012-2013, seven new products were launched: Flybridge 54 and 84, 55S, 43 Magellan, 43HT, 76 and Atlantis 34. In particular, new models such as the Magellan 43, 43HT and

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Starting in January 2014, Ferruccio LUPPI, CEO at Azimut|Benetti Group, will also serve as CEO of the Yachts Business line. As part of the reorganization strategy, an investment was set for 29 million Euros to streamline the Avigliana site, to increase on R&D efforts to keep offering the market new technologically advanced products and to purchase a new software management system to optimize the purchasing and production process.

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NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS & EVENTOS

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NEWS & EVENTS | NOTICIAS & EVENTOS

2014 BACARDI Miami Sailing Week Photos by CORY SILKEN and NANCY BLOOM.

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he fifth annual running of BACARDI Miami Sailing Week (BMSW) presented by EFG was held March 2-8, 2014, with regatta headquarters at Kennedy Park in Coconut Grove. The six-day racing schedule was headlined by the Star class which contested the 87th Bacardi Cup. For the final three days of the regatta, the Stars shared Biscayne Bay with competitors in the Audi Melges 20, J/70, Melges 24, Viper 640 and VX One classes.

The mantra “a bad day on the water is better than a good day at the office” will resonate with many of the sailors who raced at this edition of the BACARDI® Miami Sailing Week. While on March 7th the breeze was higher than allowed for competition by some class rules, for the finale there was so little wind it appeared as though a raft-up was taking place on Biscayne Bay instead of a regatta. Wrapping up a six-day schedule, the 180 teams racing in six one-design classes completed enough races for the victors to collect the spoils, and, with the mid-day cancellation of additional races the sailors had ample time to enjoy the legendary hospitality of Bacardi.

Since 2000, there has been a jinx for the day one winning Star team as none in that position has gone on to claim the prized BACARDI Cup. That was the case again this year for Mark Reynolds (San Diego, Calif.) and Miami sailor Magnus Liljedahl, who won the first race of the series to jump to the top of the 55-boat Star fleet. The duo, who shared both Olympic Gold and a Star World Championship win in 2000, had not sailed together for 10 years. “I’m from Miami, live here, have a lot of friends and this result [second overall] feels like a win,” said Liljedahl who has more wins of the Bacardi Cup (five) than any other crew in the event’s history, while Reynolds holds the record (seven) for skippers. “It was a good event for Mark and me. I have a lot of respect for him, he is an outstanding skipper, he is very balanced and I like racing with him.”

Lars Grael of Brazil, the two-time (’88, ’96) Tornado Olympic Medalist, with crew Samuel Gonzalves, moved to the top of the Star standings on the second day of racing and held that position to the end. They took the win with five points, holding a five-point lead over Reynolds and Liljedahl.

“This is great, it’s my first BACARDI Cup and it’s the first for a Brazilian boat,” said Lars Grael.

“I’m very proud. Last year we got close and this year we sealed the deal. We started off with two

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seconds and a first; we dropped our bad race from the other day. Yesterday we had too much wind, today too little, and with our conservative approach we took it home.”

Lars Grael’s older brother, Torben Grael, the 1990 Star World Champion, and crew Guilheme Almeida, finished third overall with 12 points; followed by the 2012 Bacardi Cup Champion Xavier Rohart of France and Serge Pulfer with 16 points. Brad Funk (Plantation, Fla.) and crew Mark Strube round out the top-five with 18 points.

In the 41-boat Audi Melges 20 fleet, reigning world champion John Taylor (Jupiter, Fla.) goes home the winner after posting finishes of 3-5 yesterday to move to the top of the standings with 35 points. Drew Freides (Pacific Palisades, Calif.) is second overall with 37 points; Russell Lucas (Little Silver, N.J.) placed third overall with 41 points; followed by Brazilian sailor Cesar Gomes Neto with 44 points. Defending champion Michael Kiss (Holland, Mich.), also a three-time national champion in the class, completes the top-five with 45 points.

“The fleet was very competitive; there was a very high level of sailing,” said Bill Hardesty who was John Taylor’s tactician. “It was great sailing against the best of them. We won worlds in December and the hardest thing to do is to come back and win again.”

In the six-boat Melges 24 class Kevin Welch (Anacortes, Wash.) won the series with six points.

Italian sailor Nicola Ardito was second overall with eight points; Steven Boho (Lake Geneva, Wisconsin) took third overall with 16 points; followed by Canada’s Richard Reid with 19 points.

“Coming from the northwest to sail in Miami was a great change of pace,” said Welch. “We have not been able to sail since last fall. First day we hit a snag; our anchor line wrapped around our

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2014 BACARDI Miami Sailing Week

From left to right: Eddie Cutillas, Corporate Sponsorships and Events Director Bacardi USA and his wife Randi; Gabriele Pedone, President of Studiomilano; Dolores Barciela, Publisher of Yachting Times Magazine; Michele Gallagher, Public Relations Director of Officine Panerai; and Trisha Boisvert, Executive Director of Sailing Heals.

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keel. So Friday our strategy was to just avoid disaster and sail smooth. Friday was the best sailing day we have had in a very long time. This was a great event to be part of. We hope to be back next year. The race committee did a great job of setting the course up.”

With scores of 10-1-1, Will Welles (Portsmouth, R.I.) took the win in the 40-boat J/70 fleet with 12 points, winning the tie-breaker over BMSW defending champion Brian Keane (Weston, Mass.) who had finishes of 7-2-3. Peter Duncan (Rye, N.Y) took third with 14 points; followed by Heather Gregg-Earl (Boston, Mass.) with 22 points; and Tim Molony (New Orleans, La.) with 23.

“Out of all the regattas this was a really great one to win,” said Welles. “We had a great start, good team work, nice speed and a little luck. The first day we had about 10 knots, second day we had about 20. So I would say today they made a good choice to not race today. Coming from Newport we really love coming to BACARDI and we are so glad they invited the J/70 class to be part of it.”

In the 25-boat Viper 640 fleet, Phil Lotz (Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.) took the win by just one point over defending BMSW champion Brad Boston (Canada) who had six points. British sailor Justin Scott was third overall with 14 points; Australian sailor Rod Beurteaux finished fourth overall with 16 points; and another British sailor, Jon Powell, was fifth with 22 points.

“I am very happy to break my streak of placing second,” said Lotz who had his wife, Wendy, and Luke Lawrence as crew. “I was neck and neck with Brad Boston, who sailed very well! I would also like to add how great it was to sail with all the international teams who crossed the pond to be part of this race. I think the key factor to our win is that we really

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sailed as a team. We worked hard with the breeze on Thursday and Friday. This was mine and my wife’s second time sailing in this race; we have been sailing together for a little over a year now.”

In the VX One class, Donovan Brennan (Mobile, Ala.) took the win in that 21-strong fleet with seven points after finishes of 5-1-1. David Bolyard (Portsmouth, R.I.) and Kevin Northrop (Daphne, Alabama), were second and third, respectively, tied on eight points each. David Reich (Trussville, Ala.) took fourth overall with 13 points; Charles Brown (Newport, R.I.) finished fifth with 14 points.

“Wow, winning this race was extraordinary for a couple of reasons,” said Brennan who sailed with his son and daughter. “I won it with my family. I came into it with no expectations. I believe we won on energy and as for technicalities go, we had a flatter give then the others did.

We were at 23 knots yesterday. Winning was just as great as it was running into old friends and Olympians. This was my first BACARDI and probably will not be my last.”

During BACARDI Miami Sailing Week sailors enjoyed the hospitality lounge, BACARDI Rum tastings, as well as a special showing of the film 07.07.07 Amorita’s Unlucky Day. A special exhibit, Wynwood Sails Color the Grove, featured the work of 10 artists of the graffiti and street art genre taking inspiration from the sea and sailing to create a work on canvas shaped like the jib of a sailboat. The art was displayed at Coco Walk, the iconic open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination in Coconut Grove, from March 2-8, daily between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. In addition, select images from the 2010 to 2013 regattas, from the lenses of respected marine photographers Franco Pace of Italy, Onne van der Wal of Holland and Cory Silken of the USA , were displayed alongside the canvases created specifically for Wynwood Sails Color the Grove to juxtapose “the City meets the Sea” for this unique art event.

More information on the BACARDI Miami Sailing Week and the 87th BACARDI Cup is available at www.MiamiSailingWeek.com and www.BacardiCup.com.

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PRINCESS 88 SETTING A NEW STANDARD FOR PERFORMANCE LUXURY MOTOR YACHTS UN NUEVO ESTÁNDAR PARA YATES DE LUJO DE ALTO RENDIMIENTO Material courtesy of | Material cortesía de PRINCESS YACHTS AMERICA

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The Princess reputation for design, engineering, and manufacturing excellence has earned the company global appeal and established it as a truly international brand.

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lymouth-based Princess Yachts epitomizes the best of British manufacture, from its quality craftsmanship, design and engineering pedigree, to the refined elegant and luxury interior styling of its craft. The result blends cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship to set new standards in performance, evident across the Princess range of sophisticated motor yachts from 72 to 98 feet, classic flybridge craft from 43 to 64 feet, dynamic V Class sport yachts from 39 to 85 feet, and the new M Class range that includes a 32 Meter, 35 Meter, and 40 Meter – the ultimate Princess.

The Princess reputation for design, engineering, and manufacturing excellence has earned the company global appeal and established it as a truly international brand.

Powerful agility. Refined flexibility.

The new Princess 88 Motor Yacht is magnificent. Powerful, agile and gracefully elegant – she utilizes the very latest hybrid deep-V hull and is ideally suited for efficient cruising to far reaching destinations. The layout of the exterior spaces offers wonderful

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rincess Yachts, con sede en Plymouth, representa lo mejor de la construcción naval británica, desde su pedigrí de ingeniería, diseño y artesanía de calidad hasta su refinado, lujoso y elegante estilo de interiores. El resultado combina una avanzada tecnología con artesanía tradicional para establecer nuevos estándares en lo que se refiere al rendimiento, evidente en toda la gama de sofisticados yates de motor Princess de 72 a 98 pies, clásicas embarcaciones con flybridge de 43 a 64 pies, dinámicos yates deportivos Clase V de 39 a 85 pies, y la nueva gama Clase M que incluye embarcaciones de 32 metros, 35 metros y 40 metros – el último yate Princess. La reputación de Princess en cuanto a su excelencia en diseño, ingeniería y construcción llevó a la compañía a lograr establecer su presencia a nivel mundial, estableciéndola como una marca verdaderamente internacional.

Poderosa agilidad. Refinada flexibilidad.

El nuevo yate de motor Princess 88 es simplemente magnífico. Potente, ágil y elegante – utiliza el profundo casco híbrido en V y es perfecto para largos cruceros. La

flexibility. Wide side decks lead from the large cockpit to a secluded foredeck seating area, while the flybridge, with its large dining table, bar and optional spa bath, provides the ideal space for entertaining. On the main deck you can specify a powered balcony, connecting the salon to the outside through sliding glass doors.

Exceptional design. Exquisite finishes.

The expansive saloon and formal dining area are light and impeccably finished. The wheelhouse and highly equipped galley are separated from the main guest areas with

distribución de los espacios exteriores ofrece una excepcional flexibilidad.

Las amplias cubiertas laterales conducen desde el gran puente de mando hasta una zona apartada de asientos en la cubierta de proa y el flybridge, con su gran mesa de comedor, bar y baño con spa opcional, que se convierte en el espacio ideal para el entretenimiento.

En la cubierta principal puede encontrar un balcón con puertas eléctricas, que conecta el salón con el exterior a través de unas puertas corredizas de cristal.

Diseño excepcional. Acabados de primera.

El amplio salón y la zona de comedor formal tienen mucha luz y cuentan con un impecable acabado. La timonera y la totalmente equipada cocina están separadas de las áreas principales de invitados con un discreto acceso de la tripulación y un acceso independiente para el servicio al área de comedor. www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com | 25 |

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discrete crew access, including an independent service access to the dining area.

Below decks, you can specify four or five ensuite cabins. A beautifully appointed forward VIP stateroom and a starboard double and twin port cabin are accompanied by either a full beam owner’s stateroom or two further en-suite double cabins.

The substantial crew quarters comprise of a captain’s double cabin, a twin cabin and a crew mess area. Alternatively this can be arranged to accommodate three crew cabins if required.

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Bajo las cubiertas, existen cuatro o cinco camarotes con baño. Un camarote en proa con equipamiento VIP, camarotes doble a estribor y con dos literas a babor se complementan con un camarote principal ocupando toda la manga, o bien otros dos camarotes dobles con baño. La amplia zona de la tripulación incluye camarote doble para el capitán, camarote con dos literas y área común para la tripulación. En caso de que sea necesario, también se puede solicitar una distribución en tres camarotes para la tripulación.

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Princess 88 Motor Yacht Specifications: Length overall (excl. pulpit): 87ft 2in (26.57m) Beam: 20ft 9in (6.3m) Draft: 5ft 10in (1.78m) Displacement approx.: 67,000kg (147,710lbs) Fuel capacity: 2,219 US gal / 8,400l Water capacity: 396 US gal / 1,500l Engine Options – Diesel MTU 12V2000 M93 (2 x 1822mhp): Maximum speed 27-28 knots Caterpillar C32 A (2 x 1825mhp): Maximum speed 27 – 28 knots Caterpillar C32 A (2 x 1925mhp): Maximum speed 29 – 30 knots

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Ferretti 750 THE FLYBRIDGE LINE KEEPS EVOLVING THROUGH A NEW SPORTY MODEL CHARACTERIZED

BY A STRONG PERSONALITY AND A UNIQUE INTERNATIONAL APPEAL. LA LÍNEA FLYBRIDGE SIGUE EVOLUCIONANDO EN UN NUEVO MODELO DEPORTIVO QUE SE DISTINGUE POR UNA FUERTE PERSONALIDAD Y UN ATRACTIVO INTERNACIONAL ÚNICO. Material courtesy of | Material cortesía de FERRETTI YACHTS

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his new model, presented at the Cannes 36th Festival de la Plaisance last September 2013, has been entirely built at Ferretti Group’s Cattolica plant. With its 22.75 meter overall length and 5.70 meter beam, the Ferretti 750 is a restyling of the successful Ferretti 720 and intends to target dynamic, sophisticated customers, capturing the increasing interest towards the unmistakable Made-in-Italy style of all Ferretti yachts in the various international markets where the brand is currently present, especially through the different layout solutions developed to meet a wide range of needs.

Conceived by the Group’s Product Strategy Committee and Marketing Department in cooperation with Ferrettigroup Engineering (the company’s team of engineers and architects) and AYT&D (Advanced Yacht Technology & Development, the group’s naval research and design center), together with Studio Zuccon International Project, Ferretti Yachts 750 immediately strikes for its slender and sporty outer lines, which benefit from the installation of an elongated flybridge with recessed satellite antennas – a solution that

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ste nuevo modelo, presentado durante la 36ª edición del Festival de la Plaisance el pasado Septiembre del 2013, se construyó enteramente en la planta que el grupo Ferretti posee en Cattolica. Por su eslora total de 22.75 metros y manga de 5.70 metros, el Ferretti Yachts 750 encarna la evolución del muy apreciado Ferretti 720, uno de los modelos recientes más exitosos de la marca.

La marca histórica del grupo italiano busca dirigirse a clientes dinámicos y sofisticados, capturando el interés creciente por el estilo inconfundiblemente “hecho en Italia” de todos los yates Ferretti en los diversos mercados internacionales en los que la marca tiene presencia, sobre todo a través de las diferentes soluciones de configuración que se desarrollaron para satisfacer una amplia gama de necesidades.

El Ferretti Yachts 750, concebido por el comité de estrategia de productos y el departamento de mercadotecnia del grupo, en colaboración con Ferrettigroup Engineering (el equipo de ingenieros y arquitectos de la compañía), con AYT&D (Tecnología y desarrollo avanzado de yates, el centro de investigación y diseño náutico del grupo), y con Studio Zuccon

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minimizes the aesthetic impact of the domes on the boat’s profile. In the standard version, the craft has no hard top. An almost 5 meter long Bimini top can be installed on the upper deck upon request. The sundeck – even larger now as there is no davit installed – is also available in two more versions, fitted with a roll bar and integrated Bimini top or with a hard top and awning, respectively. These three solutions bear witness to this model’s great versatility.

Moreover, the sunbathing area located beyond the pilot station has been further enlarged, allowing guests to enjoy the utmost relaxation at all times.

AFT AREA Another important innovation can be found in the aft outdoor area, where a wide electricallyhydraulically operated swimming platform (over 1.5 meters long) can be lowered by almost half a meter below the water surface, resulting in very easy tender haulage. This platform can lift up to 450 kg and can host an almost fourmeter-long tender (upon request the boatyard can supply a Williams 385 Turbojet). This area has also been conceived as a pleasant play area where the owner and his guests can relax directly on the sea. A large compartment with a tilting door has been installed on the

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International Project, impacta de inmediato por sus líneas externas esbeltas y deportivas a lo que contribuye la instalación de un puente alto alargado con antenas de satélite empotradas, una solución que minimiza el impacto estético de los domos en el perfil del barco.

ZONA DE POPA Una innovación importante se encuentra en la zona de popa exterior, donde es posible descender una plataforma de nado de operación eléctrica-hidráulica (de más de un metro y medio de longitud) a casi medio metro bajo la superficie del agua, lo que permite remolcar fácilmente la embarcación auxiliar.

La plataforma puede levantar hasta 450 kg y albergar una embarcación auxiliar de casi 4 metros de eslora (además, el astillero puede instalar un Turbojet 385 Williams sobre pedido).

Esta zona también se ha concebido como un agradable área de esparcimiento donde el propietario y sus huéspedes puedan relajarse directamente en el mar. La plataforma cuenta con un amplio compartimiento con puerta abatible para almacenar equipo marítimo o de buceo y otros artículos. A popa, el barco posee una serie de escalones integrados en el casco a estribor para otorgar un fácil acceso a la cabina, mientras que un asiento del lado izquierdo,

platform, to store sea / diving equipment and other items. A series of steps integrated in the hull can also be found aft, to starboard, granting easy access to the cockpit, while on the left-hand side a seat (also integrated in the hull) allows to get ready to dive into the water.

MAIN DECK From the cockpit - which is a true outdoor living & dining room with teak flooring, furnished with a large wooden table, a sofa and chairs seating up to 8 people - access can be gained to both the flybridge, via a staircase to portside, and the crew cabins, via another staircase leading aft, left of the sofa. The glazed door – with automatic opening upon request – divides the outdoor area from the main deck interiors. The salon is characterized by outstanding liveability - as it exploits the entire hull width – and brightness, thanks to the large uninterrupted glazing from stern to bow which lets in plenty of natural light.

The interior décor is characterized by a series of fine design solutions resulting in a very modern style: oak wood, for example, has been combined with grey lacquered inserts in the ceiling panels, in the anti-rolling compartments around the furniture, and in the curtain storage compartments.

también integrado al casco, es la plataforma perfecta para zambullirse en el agua.

CUBIERTA PRINCIPAL La cabina es una verdadera sala-comedor exterior con pisos de teca y amoblada con una gran mesa de madera, un sofá y sillas hasta para ocho personas, y desde ella puede accederse al puente alto a través de una escalera a babor, o bien a los camarotes de tripulación mediante otra escalera que se dirige a popa, a la izquierda del sofá. La puerta de vidrio, que puede tener un sistema de apertura automática sobre pedido, divide la zona exterior del interior de la cubierta principal. El salón se caracteriza por una excelente habitabilidad, pues aprovecha todo el ancho del casco, y una generosa luminosidad gracias al enorme panel de vidrio ininterrumpido de proa a popa que deja entrar la luz natural en abundancia. La decoración interior se distingue por una serie de soluciones de alto diseño que le otorgan un estilo muy moderno. Por ejemplo, se combinó madera de roble con insertos en laca gris en los paneles del techo, en los compartimentos antivuelco que rodean a los muebles y en los compartimientos de almacenamiento con cortina.

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Ferretti 750 will be available in two different engine configurations: two MTU 10V 2000 M84, 1381 mhp engines or, as an option, two MTU 10V 2000 M93, 1524 mhp engines.

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Stepping into the salon, a large L-shaped sofa in leather & custom-made fabric, including a series of storage peaks under the cushions, can be found on the left-hand side of the room. A leather coffee table, also built by the boatyard and featuring a glass top by Omnidecor, completes the living area furniture.

Towards the bow, still to port, is the dining area, furnished with a large table by Cantori with a central base, a glass top by Omnidecor, and satin bronze finishes. Six “Martha G” model chairs with steel frames, by O&GGruppo Calligaris, are arranged around the dining table. The entire dining area is lit by three original lamps with LED panels and grey polished lacquered compartments.

Continuing towards the bow, a sliding glass door leads to a passage room with dinette and two small couches that can also be used for chartering; from it access is gained, on the left, to the galley and, at the extreme bow, to the pilot station. The large white lacquered galley with Corian top is directly connected to the pilot station by a second sliding door, towards the bow. Excellent visibility in the pilot station is ensured by the front and side glazing. Left of the helm station, a door opening on the outdoor walkway allows the crew to reach the wheelhouse, the cockpit, and the crew quarters directly, without crossing the salon, thereby ensuring the utmost privacy to onboard guests.

Right of the pilot area is the staircase leading to the lower deck.

LOWER DECK In the standard below-deck configuration Ferretti Yachts 750 features four cabins, all ensuite. Besides the full-beam master cabin, located amidships, there are two twin cabins

confeccionado en piel y tela hecha a la medida, que contiene diversos espacios para almacenamiento bajo los cojines. La mesa de centro en piel, elaborada también por el astillero, tiene una cubierta de vidrio de Omnidecor y completa el mobiliario de la sala de estar. Hacia proa, aún a babor, encontramos el comedor, amoblado con una gran mesa de Cantori que cuenta con una base central, cubierta de vidrio de Omnidecor y acabados en bronce satinado. Seis sillas modelo “Martha G” con marco de acero, de O&G-Gruppo Calligaris, rodean la mesa del comedor. Toda la zona está iluminada por tres originales lámparas con paneles de LED y compartimientos con acabado en laca gris pulida.

Continuando hacia proa, una puerta de vidrio deslizante conduce a una galería con un antecomedor y dos sillones que también puede emplearse para fletamiento. Desde ella puede accederse a la cocina por la izquierda y a la estación de mando hacia proa. La espaciosa cocina con acabados en laca blanca y cubiertas Corian se conecta directamente con la estación de mando mediante una segunda puerta deslizante, hacia proa. Los paneles de vidrio frontales y laterales aseguran una excelente visibilidad en el puesto del capitán. A la izquierda de la estación de mando, una puerta que se abre a la pasarela exterior permite a la tripulación entrar a la cámara del timón, a la cabina y a los camarotes de tripulación directamente sin cruzar el salón, lo que garantiza la máxima privacidad para los huéspedes a bordo. A la derecha de la zona de mando se ubica una escalera que lleva a la cubierta inferior.

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at the extreme bow and a VIP cabin lit by large open-view windows. In the master cabin, the bed is located in the center and is oriented along the cruising direction. On the left, a sliding door leads to a wide bathroom, which exploits the cabin width to the fullest and is divided into three different areas, among which the wide glass-wall shower box is worth mentioning in particular. The color shades chosen for this cabin make it really stylish and yet modern and with a strong personality. The bed band and headboard, for instance, are in the same grey shade as the lacquered furniture and furnishings on the main deck.

ENGINES Ferretti 750 will be available in two different engine configurations: two MTU 10V 2000 M84, 1381 mhp engines or, as an option, two MTU 10V 2000 M93, 1524 mhp engines. The standard configuration allows to reach a maximum speed of 30 knots and a cruising speed of 27 knots, while the optional configuration can push the yacht to a maximum speed of 32.5 knots and a cruising speed of 29 (preliminary data).

Ferretti Yachts 750 tiene cuatro camarotes, todos con baño privado. Además del camarote principal, que abarca toda la manga de la nave, hay dos camarotes gemelos a proa y un camarote VIP iluminado por grandes ventanales. La cama del camarote principal se encuentra en el centro y está orientada en la dirección de navegación. A mano izquierda, una puerta deslizante lleva al enorme baño que aprovecha el ancho del camarote al máximo y se divide en tres zonas, entre las que destaca la ducha con paredes de vidrio. Los colores que se eligieron para este camarote lo hacen muy elegante pero moderno, con una fuerte personalidad. Por ejemplo, la ropa de cama y la cabecera vienen en el mismo tono de gris de los muebles y los accesorios laqueados de la cubierta principal.

MOTORES El Ferretti 750 estará disponible en dos configuraciones: dos motores MTU 10V 2000 M84 con 1381 mhp de potencia, o bien dos motores MTU 10V 2000 M93 con 1524 mhp de potencia. La configuración estándar permite alcanzar una velocidad máxima de 30 nudos y una velocidad de crucero de 27 nudos, mientras que la configuración opcional puede llevar al yate a una velocidad máxima de 32.5 nudos y una velocidad de crucero de 29 (datos preliminares).

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Zuccon’s International Project

Design stars that are the epitome of style, technology and service Las estrellas del diseño que son el epítome del estilo, la tecnología y el servicio By | Por SCOTT SHANE

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he Italian based Zuccon International Project (ZIP) and their recently created brand, Zuccon SuperYacht Design, have a long legacy of innovation in yacht design.

Their client line up reflects demanding and knowledgeable yachtsmen like few other companies in the world.

Their storybook tale started nearly 40 years ago as architects Giovanni Zuccon and Paola Galeazzi collaborated on a design that was up against renderings by a prestigious list of well established designers. Cantieri Posillipo S.p.A. ultimately chose the Zuccon design, which became the popular Technema 65-foot yacht.

That premier was the prologue to their now well documented, illustrious careers.

This married couple of architects has now seen the next generation of their family join the progression as the Zuccon company expands.

Siblings Martina and Bernardo Zuccon, have established themselves as topflight architects and principles in their own right.

The 46 meter Al Fahed is just one of their prestigious designs. They’ve participated in creating over 100 yachts and many Ferretti owners, of all sizes, have benefitted from the Zuccon Studio’s slant and dedication. They’re currently bringing technological innovations as well as interior and exterior refinements to many of the Ferretti lines.

The new SuperYacht Design (SYD) division is dedicated to the maxi-yacht niche and has launched a 90 and 92 meter super yacht within the last few years.

Zuccon expanded the universe beyond traditional pleasure yacht silhouettes and with the latter design, employed a vertical bow that’s a real standout. The company’s inspirations are gathered from non customary resources and delve into civil architecture and even military applications.

More traditional mega yachts utilize aft

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Giovanni Zuccon with his son Bernardo

sections to house the conventional creature comforts such as typical guest areas including pools, sunbathing and general communal gathering areas. Not so with the 92 meter SYD application. They’ve transitioned this all forward towards the bow to offer more secluded environments. Aft decks have been transformed to what the company refers to as technical space for the support of the vessels tenders, stowage and work areas. Zuccon reports most of the crew’s daily functions are out of sight of the owner, including dropping the anchor to insure the utmost privacy.

No materials are off limits to a potential ‘prince’- their reference to a client. Zuccon has distinctive constructions fabricated of steel, aluminium, fiberglass or combinations of metals. The noted shipyards they collaborate

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a empresa con sede en Italia, Zuccon International Project (ZIP), y su nueva marca, Zuccon SuperYacht Design, tiene una larga tradición de innovación en el diseño de yates.

Su fascinante historia comenzó hace casi 40 años, cuando los arquitectos Giovanni Zuccon y Paola Galeazzi colaboraron en un diseño que compitió contra presentaciones hechas por una prestigiosa lista de muy reconocidos diseñadores.

Cantieri Posillipo S.p.A. finalmente eligió su diseño, que se transformó en el yate Technema de 20 metros. Hoy en día, este matrimonio de arquitectos tiene el privilegio de ver a la nueva generación de su familia unirse al progreso a medida que la empresa Zuccon se expande. El equipo de los hermanos Martina y Bernardo Zuccon se ha consolidado como un equipo de

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with, no matter what the material, display immense talent in coordination, execution and adding their own elements to each project. The architects keep a never ending open dialogue with the owner and builder; they prove this most important aspect of the ZIP philosophy leads to a successful build every time.

Zuccon’s roster of designs is worth investigating. The 80M Chopi Chopi, built

by CRN, is a six suite yacht constructed of steel and aluminium. It’s outfitted with every creature comfort an owner can imagine and perhaps some not thought of. A helicopter can even land specifically on the owner’s deck for complete privacy of comings and goings.

Each of the two firms’ designs dedicates incredible attention to symmetry with the sea and environmental impacts of the build.

Every yacht is unique and individual for the owner and integrates state-of-the-art systems for unmatched efficiency and comfort for the discriminating buyer.

Q&A with Gianni and Bernardo Zuccon: YT: How difficult, if at all, has it been to have created a tremendously successful business while simultaneously maintaining it as a “family” event? What have been your secrets for success? *GZ: It’s never been difficult for us to work together and although we never intentionally planned to create a “family Studio” it all came naturally. We’re absolutely aware that ours is quite an unusual situation; we have a mother, father, son and daughter all sharing the same interest and passion. We work together without stepping in each other’s way or altering the family balance. Everything depends on us individually, realizing the great privilege of working everyday with people you love and who you hold in the greatest esteem.

When my son and daughter joined the Studio, they brought along new ideas and different points of view; still today there’s an ongoing exchange of ideas. Surely that’s positive since it can guarantee continuity in our research.

My wife and I have our own side years of experience; the combined result is the perfect mix between innovation and tradition. Our main secret is keeping the right balance and

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arquitectos de primera línea con principios por derecho propio.

El Al Fahed, de 46 metros, es sólo uno de sus prestigiosos diseños. Han participado en la creación de más de 100 yates y muchos dueños de Ferretti se han beneficiado con el enfoque y la dedicación de Zuccon Studio. Actualmente están introduciendo innovaciones tecnológicas y sofisticación en los interiores y exteriores de muchas de las líneas de Ferretti.

La nueva división SuperYacht Design (SYD) se dedica al nicho de los maxi yates y ha lanzado súper yates de 90 y 92 metros en los últimos años. Zuccon fue más allá de las siluetas tradicionales de los yates de placer y con el último diseño utilizó una proa vertical que realmente se destaca. Las fuentes de inspiración de la empresa no solo provienen de los recursos habituales, sino que también indagan en la arquitectura civil e incluso en aplicaciones militares.

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They’ve participated in creating over 100 yachts and many Ferretti owners, of all sizes, have benefitted from the Zuccon Studio’s slant and dedication.

allowing everyone to find a place and pursue their own success.

YT: Does one material lend itself to more leeway in creativity and do you have a personal favorite among steel, aluminum or composites or a combination of them? **BZ: I personally find aluminum and steel to be more fascinating. Their manufacturing requires great craftsmanship, knowledge and ability. These two components deeply influence a product’s quality. Artisan manufacture will always maintain the special charm that makes the final product so unique and refined.

Fiberglass on the other hand, in my mind, will always be linked to the idea of industrial production that inevitably leads to a certain uniformity and standardization. I have to admit that fiberglass does actually have an undeniable quality, since it allows experimentation and the ability to adopt more complex solutions.

tradicionales como las típicas áreas de invitados: piscinas, áreas para tomar sol y áreas generales de reunión. Este no es el caso con la aplicación SYD de 92 metros ya que todo esto fue llevado hacia proa para ofrecer ambientes más apartados. Las cubiertas de popa fueron transformadas en lo que la empresa denomina espacio técnico, para la estiba de las embarcaciones auxiliares y las áreas de almacenaje y de trabajo. Zuccon informa que la mayoría de las funciones diarias de la tripulación se realizan fuera de la vista del propietario, garantizando la máxima privacidad.

Ningún material está fuera del alcance para un potencial ‘príncipe’ (así se refieren a sus clientes). Zuccon tiene construcciones distintivas, fabricadas en acero, aluminio, fibra de vidrio o combinaciones de metales. Los renombrados astilleros con los que colaboran, independientemente del material, muestran un gran talento para trabajar con el equipo de diseño y agregar sus propios elementos

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YT: How do you reflect back on the original Technema 65 design of 30 years ago?

GZ: The Technema 65 is one of the most important projects our Studio has worked on since it was the first ever to be realized.

Still today, it perfectly embodies the ‘timeless’ concept according to the idea that a product image could be strengthened up in time through a peculiar and unique characterization in terms of style, typology and functionality. The Technema 65 design displays several contents we’re still referring to nowadays and consider them crucial for planning purposes. It’s surely been an important lesson and I figure we’ll continue to refer back to it for a long time.

YT: How does ZIP maintain “continuity and innovation” with such rapid expansion?

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would be neither progress nor innovation, two of the main ingredients behind our success.

As architects we can’t overlook the newest innovations of the market; we’ve always kept up-to-date on new materials and technologies.

It’s fundamental to experiment, to dare to push past your ‘comfort zone’ and to take the challenge to create something new and unique.

I’ve personally learned to draw inspiration from other cultures as well as other fields, such as civilian architecture, and successfully introduced those elements into my projects.

We’re lucky enough to be working with shipyards that are still willing and able to invest in research and design, while at the same time being open to our suggestions and ready to introduce new elements on their vessels. This really gave us the possibility to experiment with new materials and ideas so we’re able to bring to the market new opportunities and scenery for the onboard life.

a cada proyecto. Los arquitectos mantienen un diálogo abierto con el propietario y el constructor, demostrando que este aspecto de ZIP da siempre como resultado una construcción exitosa.

El listado de diseños de Zuccon es digno de ser investigado. El Chopi Chopi de 80M, construido por CRN, es un yate de seis habitaciones realizado en acero y aluminio.

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YT: Has technology increased the difficulty of more complex designs or has it assisted with reaching new heights i.e.; zero emission engines, electronics and propulsion?

GZ: I’m really pleased to see the newest trends are focusing on technologies that could make a vessel— no matter its dimensions— more environmentally friendly. Nowadays those issues are unavoidable. Thankfully the process started back in the years with marginal experimentation and has nowadays become irreversible for the future.

New technologies mean new opportunities for a designer, allowing us to be more creative by presenting a wider range of possibilities with the layout and elaborate new concepts.

At the same time, they’ve also generated new demands such us more onboard comfort, more silence and a greater respect for the environments.

YT: How do you ensure that a ‘prince’ of a smaller design feels as important as the Emir and a 46M construction?

GZ: Over the years we have designed different types and sizes of yachts, from the 1990’s 12M Ferretti designs to the 80M ‘Chopi Chopi’ launched for CRN last year, and now the new concepts by Zuccon SuperYacht Design.

What we’ve learned—and what we always keep in mind—is that to create a beautiful yacht our main goal isn’t to build the biggest yacht ever, but to create a yacht that perfectly matches the owner’s desires and requests. It’s vital to connect and develop a relationship with the owner based on collaboration and mutual consideration. As architects, our main goal is to understand and fulfill our customer’s, or Prince’s as we refer to them, desires more than celebrate our own genius.

Every ship owner, mostly due to cultural background, has a unique interpretation of the ship and sea life. Our goal as architects is to fully understand this specific trait and translate it into a project with the aim to offer a ‘tailor-made yacht to our client.

YT: How do you top the 92M Super Yacht Design Discovery?

BZ: The 92M Discovery is the second Zuccon Superyacht Design project in just a few months; the first was the 90M/SYD. It’s received a lot of attention and positive feedback since

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its presentation at the Monaco Boat Show (September 2013).

The success comes from the new solutions we’ve introduced including drawing inspirations from civilian architecture concepts. The yacht’s layout and function have been completely redefined as we offered something new to improve the onboard experience. That’s why the 92 Discovery has originality featuring an unusual switch of the typical external spaces’ functions. We utilized a different use of each deck and a predominance of the external spaces; the whole purpose was to overcome the traditional designing standards and explore a new yacht typology based on the link between design and architecture.

The 92 Discovery is a perfect example of the research project implemented by Zuccon SuperYacht Design. As we continue to believe in the future of the maxi-yacht sector, we’ll carry on with the only possible way to come up with new concepts that are even more impressive and revolutionary by investing in research and experimentation. *GZ= Gianni Zuccon, Zuccon International Project Founder **BZ= Bernardo Zuccon, son of Gianni and responsible for Zuccon SuperYacht Design

From left to right: Bernardo, Giovanni, Paola, and Martina Zuccon.

helicóptero en la cubierta del propietario para tener absoluta privacidad en cuanto a quién viene y quién se va.

Cada uno de los diseños de ambas firmas presta mucha atención a la simetría con el mar y al impacto ambiental de la construcción. Cada yate es único e individual para su propietario e integra sistemas de última generación brindando eficiencia y confort inigualables para el propietario entendido.

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SALUT ISLANDS

LAS ISLAS DE LA SALUD THE DARK PAST OF PARADISE EL OSCURO PASADO DE UN PARAÍSO Story by | por DOLORES BARCIELA Map by | Mapa por PIERRE HERVÉ

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fter some two and a half years of leisurely cruising Brazil’s 4,000 mile-long coastline aboard a classic S&S 33’, we decide to move on to Caribbean waters.

We leave the town of Salinópolis- by the Amazon River- and our idea is to visit the three Guyanas - Guyanne Francaise, Suriname ( former Dutch colony) and Guyana ( former British colony) on our way to Barbados. Our first non Portuguese speaking landfall in years will be the famous French Salut Islands, some 500 miles to the northwest.

On the first two days of our passage, we do not make much progress forward. Even while sailing 60 miles offshore, the Amazon river plays with us, making us feel like a tiny nutshell at the mercy of its devilishly powerful current. When the tide goes in, it pushes us nearly 25 miles sideways, towards dangerously shallow shores, and when it leaves the river, muddy water surrounds us and moves us some other 25 miles out to sea. We had read about this phenomenon, but never thought it could be so strong. And we are extremely lucky to be making this passage after an unusually dry rainy season, since we read that on “wet” years, the Pororoca (the violent current descending the Amazon) can be heard from 20 miles away. Its several meter tall thundering waves have been known to sweep whole villages on its galloping way to the sea.

In contrast, the following two days are amazingly pleasant.

We finally encounter the trade winds and enjoy breezy, steady day-sails, great sunsets, and the loveliest night sails ever, with a fat white moon smiling above us. The air is warm, our spirits are high, the wind whispers in our sails, and the deep blue water rushes by our hull with soft, caressing sounds.

On the fifth morning, we can bearly notice them in the distant horizon, three lost dots rising from the sea. Les Îles du Salut: Île Royale, Île du Diable and Île St. Joseph, three tiny islands of less than 3,000 feet long and 120 feet high, that lie only 10 miles away from the town of Kourou in French Guyana.

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espués de dos años y medio navegando por Brasil a bordo de un clásico de S&S de 33 pies, partimos del Amazonas hacia el Caribe. Nuestra primera escala será en las famosas Îles du Salut. Nos acercamos a vela a estas pequeñas islitas de menos de 1 kilómetro de largo y 40 metros de altura, que parecen 3 puntos perdidos emergiendo del mar, a sólo 10 millas del pueblo de Kourou en La Guyana Francesa.

Desde el siglo XVI, aparecen en las cartas náuticas como Islas del Triángulo y luego, Islas del Diablo, debido a sus costas rocosas y corrientes traicioneras. A partir de 1763, los sobrevivientes de una gran epidemia pasaron a denominarlas Islas de La Salud, nombre con el que se conocen hoy en día.

Hasta hace poco tiempo, Francia las utilizó como colonia penal y de hecho, se hicieron famosas a través del libro Papillon, escrito por Henri Charrière quien por un tiempo estuvo detenido en una de sus prisiones. Île Royale fue destinada a presos comunes, Île

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interest in South America, especially in a vast tropical land between the Amazon and the Orinoco rivers they had recently conquered. In 1763, a big expedition under the command of Kourou, arrived here to settle the area, but soon chaos and lack of food and hygiene originated a lethal epidemic. Most of the expeditioners fled to these islands which from the 16th century could be traced in nautical charts under the name of Triangle Islands, and later on, Devil Islands, due to their rocky shores and dangerous currents. The survivors started referring to them as Îles du Salut (Islands of Health), name by which they would be known from then onwards.

You probably already know about them from the book Papillon written by Henri Charrière, and must have heard that, till not that long ago, France used them as a Penal Settlement. Île Royale was meant for ordinary prisoners, Île du Diable for political prisoners, and Île St. Joseph for violent and extremely dangerous ones, as well as for those sentenced to life imprisonment. The first prisoners deported to French Guyana in 1795 - shortly after the French Revolution - were 331 political and religious opponents. In 1852, the first convoy of 304 convicts arrives in Île Royale for the Penitentiary, and only in 1938 will France cease sending prisoners here.

Repatriation of those who survived only began in 1946 and in 1953 the prison was finally shut down.

More than one century of misery, torture, and such high mortality that this Guyana would earn the gloomy nickname of “Dry Guillotine”. And yet, from the sea these islands look so lovely and exuberant, with thousands of coconut trees almost falling from them, that it is hard to believe that this paradise could once put up with so much suffering.

We anchor in Île Royale’s Baie des Cocotiers, the ancient harbor where provisions and prisoners used to be disembarked.

Old buildings that served as warehouses circle the small bay, and beyond them, the greenest and most picturesque rainforest we have ever seen. We row ashore in our small dinghy and begin following a path bordered by centenary trees. It feels great to be walking on land and stretching our legs after a few days at sea. The rich aroma of fertile humid soil mixed with the strong perfume of wild flowers fills the air as small monkeys play above us on the tallest branches. When they see us, they throw fruit pits on our heads, making giggly noises whenever they succeed in hitting us.

At one of the intersections, stands “La Maison du Bagne”, a charming traditional créole mansion, recently restored, that lodged all the successive prison directors and their families.

We climb some rock steps carved by a delightful Hibiscus and Bougainvillea garden, and then by another perfectly stonepaved path, that speaks of hundreds of sombre lives subjected to hard labor.

Through a coconut forest, we can hear the sea beating tirelessly against the cliffs. On the top of this rocky island old military

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du Diable, a presos políticos, e Île St. Joseph, a condenados a cadena perpetua y presos violentos. Los primeros prisioneros deportados a la Guyana Francesa en 1795, después la Revolución Francesa, fueron 331 opositores políticos. En 1852 desembarcaron en Île Royale 304 condenados, primer convoy de convictos para la penitenciaría; y recién en 1938 sería el cese definitivo de envío de presos, aunque hasta 1946 ninguno sería repatriado y su cierre no llegaría hasta 1953. Más de un siglo de miseria, tortura, y una mortandad tan grande que esta Guyana terminó ganando el tétrico sobrenombre de “Guillotina Seca”. Y sin embargo, desde el mar sus islas se ven preciosas y exuberantes, con miles de cocoteros que casi las desbordan, y cuesta creer que este paraíso pudo albergar tanto sufrimiento.

Fondeamos en la Baie des Cocotiers de l’ Île Royale, en el antiguo puerto de desembarque de prisioneros y provisiones. Viejos edificios que sirvieron como almacenes rodean a la pequeña bahía. Seguimos un camino bordeado de árboles centenarios, donde varios monitos juegan entre las ramas y nos observan sorprendidos.

En un cruce de senderos se alza “La Maison du Bagne”, una encantadora mansión créole tradicional recientemente refaccionada, que alojó a los sucesivos directores de la prisión y a sus familias. Subimos por una escalinata de piedra recortada contra un precioso jardín lleno de Santa Ritas e Hibiscus, y luego por otro camino prolijamente empedrado, que habla de sombrías vidas sometidas a trabajos forzados. A través de una selva de cocoteros, se oye el ruido del mar golpeando, incansable, contra los acantilados. En la cima de la isla se yergue un antiguo cuartel militar transformado en hotel, “ L’Auberge des Îles du Salut”.

Aquí pasaremos más de tres días instalados en una rústica habitación con mosquiteros por todos lados, un balcón sobre la jungla, y una vista espectacular de l’Île du Diable..

Por las mañanas nos despiertan los cantos de patrióticos gallos, y nos quedamos horas sentados en el balcón admirando la variedad de pájaros y mariposas que revolotean entre las plantas.

Paseamos por los senderos que rodean la isla, deteniéndonos en los acantilados a observar el mar, tal cual harían los presos en busca

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barracks stand, now transformed into a hotel: L’ Auberge des Îles du Salut. Here we spend three wonderful days, settled in a rustic room with mosquito nets everywhere, a wooden balcony overlooking the jungle, and a spectacular view of Île du Diable, in front of us. At dawn, we are awakened by patriotic cocks, and we stay for hours sitting on the deck, admiring the variety of birds and gigantic butterflies that flutter about plants and flowers.

We stroll along paths that circle the island stopping at the cliffs to observe the sea, as the prisoners must have done in search of an escape route. But the shark-infested ocean and the extremely dangerous currents discouraged most of them. The few escape attempts in rafts made with coconuts and sacking bags always ended in disaster or with the fugitives recaptured. And the french government even states that Papillon’s “true-story” is nothing but a lie, since no one ever managed to escape alive from Salut Islands.

We visit the guardians’ barracks, the children’s graveyard (gloomy witness of the high mortality that used to reign here), and the chapel decorated in 1854 by the famous forger Lagrange, who would demand special treatment - and extra food servings!- in exchange for his paintings. The pretty building that served as Presbytery and then as the doctor’s residence, is now the police station, and it is here where we clear in at this French Overseas Department.

We then move back aboard and sail across to neighboring Île St. Joseph. Here we had been told to report with the local Foreign Legion off-duty base. “La Légion Êtrangère”. We wave from outside their hut, unable to draw their attention. Finally, one scarfaced guy leaves the private party to come greet us holding a beer, and tells us to feel at home. Another friend with a broken nose walks out of the hut and shakes our hand.

Funny contrast between these friendly dishevelled looking guys and the tidy, formal Gendarmes from Île Royale.

In the middle of St. Joseph’s thick forest lie the ruins of the dreadful individual prisoner cells. The jungle is little by little eating and invading the buildings, and we see tree trunks suffocating the walls and branches sticking out of doors. We go around the corridors in silence, taking photos. What a claustrophobic ambience!

That same afternoon, we bring our hammock ashore and hang it between two trees in the secluded beach known as Plage de Marie Galante. Just before sunset, two enormous parrots that nest at the top of Île Royale’s lighthouse cut through the blue sky with their shrill squawks and their bright colored plumage.

Alone the two of us in this dreamlike place, with a perfect view of the other two islands, I suddenly remember the phrase we read in an official brochure: “Ici on a mis l’enfer au paradis!”Here we have placed hell in paradise. So true!

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de una ruta de escape. Pero el mar infestado de tiburones, las peligrosas corrientes y los fuertes vientos desalentaban a la mayoría. Los pocos intentos de fuga en balsas hechas con cocos o bolsas de arpillera siempre terminaron en desastre, o con los fugitivos capturados de nuevo. Visitamos las barracas de los guardas, el triste cementerio de niños, tétrico testigo de la alta mortandad que reinaba en las islas, así como la capilla decorada en 1854 por el célebre falsificador Lagrange que exigiría un tratamiento especial (y raciones extra de comida!) a cambio de sus pinturas. También llegamos al lindo edificio que sirviera como presbiterio, y luego, como residencia del médico del vecino hospital que ahora es el cuartel de policía. Aquí nos presentamos a dar la entrada del barco a este departamento francés.

Unos días más tarde, cruzamos a vela a St. Joseph, y visitamos las ruinas de las horrorosas celdas individuales de los condenados. La selva de a poco está invadiendo las construcciones y se ven troncos y ramas asomándose por las puertas sofocando las paredes. Recorremos los pasillos en silencio, sacando fotos y con sensación de claustrofobia.

A la tarde bajamos nuestra hamaca paraguaya del barco y la colgamos entre dos cocoteros en la preciosa playita de la isla, conocida como Plage de Marie Galante. Antes del atardecer, un par de papagayos que habitan el Faro de l’Île Royale surcan el aire con sus estridentes graznidos y su plumaje multicolor. Sólos en este lugar de ensueño con una vista magnífica de las otras dos islas, recordamos la frase que leímos en un folleto oficial: “ Ici, on a mis l’enfer au paradis”. ...Aquí hemos colocado al infierno en el mismo paraíso. Vaya si es verdad!.

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More than one century of misery, torture, and such high mortality that this Guyana would earn the gloomy nickname of “Dry Guillotine”

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Vietnam’s vibrant nudis Vietnam y sus joyas marinas Text & Photos by | Texto y Fotos por ELODIE MARIE CAMPRASSE

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ea slugs – to the man on the street, this name probably does not ring a bell and certainly does no justice to the magnificence of some of these creatures.

However, most divers who have encountered them, from beautiful tropical waters to cold murky seas have been amazed by them and curious to know them better. This group of animals encompasses nudibranchs, literally meaning ‘naked gills’, and other taxonomic groups that are often confused with them.

Nudibranchs comprise more than 3000 species worldwide and, have colonized a great variety of habitats and exhibit almost as many shapes, sizes and colors. They breathe through gills that usually form a rosette on their backs and have tentacles on their head that are sensitive to smell, touch and taste.

Although I have dived in a lot of different tropical and temperate zones, I have never been more amazed by nudibranchs’ diversity than when I was in Vietnam. This country is actually a perfect destination to observe underwater macro-life including small

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abosas de mar es un nombre muy humilde para describir su magnificencia. Sin embargo, la mayoría de los buceadores que se han cruzado con ellas, tanto en hermosas aguas tropicales como mares fríos y oscuros, han quedado fascinados y con ganas de conocerlas mejor.

Estos animales forman parte de un grupo denominado nudibranquios, que significa literalmente ‘branquias desnudas’ es decir, tienen los órganos respiratorios al descubierto.

Los nudibranquios comprenden más de 3000

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What is fantastic about nudibranchs in Vietnam is the wide range of size they exhibit, from not much bigger than the eye of a needle to almost the size of a soccer ball.”

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In Vietnam, sea slugs can virtually be spotted on any dive, and divers going to the busiest dive sites of Hon Mun Island Marine Park - the shallow reefs of Moray Beach, Mama Anh Beach, and Seahorse Bay, to quote a few - will see the more common species along with a variety of other sea creatures, including frogfish, devil scorpionfish, paperfish, flying gurnards and many others.

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symbiotic shrimp and crabs, soft and hard corals and sponge. Diving in association with a well known dive center, Rainbow Divers, located in Nha Trang in addition to operations on Whale Island, Phu Quoc and Con Dao allow the curious to discover this wonderful ‘hidden world’. I was stunned by the fact that even after a few months of leading dives, I still kept on being lucky enough to observe species that I had not seen before.

What is fantastic about nudibranchs in Vietnam is the wide range of size they exhibit, from not much bigger than the eye of a needle to almost the size of a soccer ball. I personally had never seen nudibranchs that big in years of diving! I remember one day coming across one so big that I thought there was no way it was a nudibranch. Initially, I figured that it must be an anemone with retracted tentacles but as I came closer there was no doubting it anymore. Experts helped me identify it thanks to the photos I managed to take that day. It turned out to be a species that had not been described outside Indonesia!

Another feature that nudibranchs exhibit is an

especies en el mundo, han colonizado una gran variedad de hábitats y exhiben casi la misma variedad de formas, tamaños y colores.

Si bien he buceado en muchas zonas templadas y tropicales, nunca me sorprendí tanto con la diversidad de los nudibranquios como en Vietnam. Este país es, sin duda, un destino perfecto para observar la macro vida submarina, incluidos pequeños camarones simbióticos, cangrejos, esponjas, corales duros y blandos.

El centro de buceo Rainbow Divers, ubicado en Nha Trang, además de las operaciones en Whale Island, Phu Quoc y Con Dao, permiten que los curiosos descubran este maravilloso ‘mundo escondido’.

Lo fantástico de los nudibranquios en Vietnam es la amplia variedad de sus tamaños, que van desde ser tan pequeños como el ojo de una aguja (ciertamente fascinantes pero difíciles de encontrar) hasta casi tan grandes como una pelota de fútbol. Otra de sus características interesantes es la diversidad impresionante de sus colores. Algunos están muy bien camuflados y el buceador que no esté atento podría confundirlos fácilmente con algún

impressive diversity of colors. Some are very well camouflaged and an unaware diver could easily mistaken them for some kind of seaweed such as the papillose nudibranchs. Others have magnificent rainbow-colored hues that attract the diver’s eyes like the fire hypselodoris. In fact, those sumptuous tones, derived from the food they eat, often make them an underwater photographer’s favorite. They help nudibranchs camouflage and sometimes are used to warn predators that they are poisonous. Their habitats, lifestyles and types of reproduction are just as diversified and amazing as their colors, although all known nudibranchs are carnivorous and hermaphroditic. Some sea slugs can even, like corals, use microscopic algae stored in their tissues to provide them with nutrients through photosynthesis.

In Vietnam, sea slugs can virtually be spotted on any dive, and divers going to the busiest dive sites of Hon Mun Island Marine Park the shallow reefs of Moray Beach, Mama Anh Beach, and Seahorse Bay, to quote a few will see the more common species along with a variety of other sea creatures, including frogfish, devil scorpionfish, paperfish, flying gurnards and many others.

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Those sites and many others in Vietnam also have enticing caves and swim throughs, which make scuba diving even more special and worthwhile experiencing. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, you like busy towns such as Nha Trang or enjoy the peace and quiet of remote resorts like Whale Island, you’ll find that Vietnam’s diving has a lot to offer!

Vietnam’s finest - Vietnam, a country situated in Southeast Asia, bordered by Laos, Cambodia and China, is the 13th most populous country in the world. Despite this, it exhibits a uniquely high level of biodiversity and hosts many endemic species. It is also home to two UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sites - the stunning Hạ Long Bay and Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park - and six biosphere reserves.

The country, slightly bigger than the state of New Mexico, exhibits a wide range of climates; although the dry and the wet or monsoon season are marked, local conditions vary quite a lot mostly because of topographical relief, the highest mountain reaching 3,143 meters.

Vietnamese habitats are quite diversified as well and include mountains, tropical forests, and coastal areas which offer a wide range of tourist sights and outdoor activities. A lot of tourists make it to Vietnam to experience stunning scuba diving, thrilling motorcycle riding and cycling, intense trekking and hiking, superb sailing and kayaking. Busy cities such as Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh also have a vibrant nightlife. This, along with the low cost of living, its cultural diversity and the reputation of its cuisine, has made this country a renowned destination for backpackers and travellers, in general.

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tipo de alga marina, como es el caso de los nudibranquios papilosos. Otros, presentan matices magníficos de los colores del arco iris que atraen la vista de los buceadores, como es el caso de la especie fire hypselodoris.

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Masters of camouflage – when nothing is how it seems Nudibranchs are not the only sea creatures encountered in Vietnam that have mastered camouflage. A wide variety of marine organisms rely on it for survival. Attentive divers can regularly spot transparent shrimp hidden among anemones, frogfish resembling sponges and magnificent ornate ghost pipefish, which congregate in feather stars and many other organisms seeking to avoid predators. Camouflage can be the result of different strategies. Their colors matching the background can be derived from the diet of the organisms like in sea slugs, but more complex nervous systems can provide some animals with the possibility of adapting their appearance to match the animals’ surroundings almost instantly, like in cuttlefishes and octopi. Animals, such as the leaf scorpionfish, use mimicry - similarity to surrounding animals or plants achieved by appearance and behaviour among other things. Knowing all these strategies helps divers make the most of their dives by spotting even the best hidden organisms!

sirven para advertir a los depredadores que son venenosos. Sus hábitats, estilos de vida y métodos reproductivos son tan diversos y sorprendentes como sus colores. Todos los nudibranquios conocidos son carnívoros y hermafroditas. Algunos, al igual que los corales, pueden utilizar algas microscópicas alojadas en sus tejidos para proveerse de nutrientes mediante la fotosíntesis.

En Vietnam, se pueden ver prácticamente en cada buceo y en los lugares más concurridos del parque marítimo Hon Mun Island Marine Park (los arrecifes poco profundos de Moray Beach, Mama Anh Beach y Seahorse Bay, entre otros) podrán observarse las especies más comunes, junto con una variedad de otras criaturas marinas como peces rana, peces diablo, peces hoja y peces gallineta. Sin embargo, en sitios más remotos, como el famoso Three Kings al que sólo puede accederse desde el complejo Whale Island y Electric Nose, al que se llega vía lancha desde Nha Trang, ofrecen posiblemente un número mayor de especies de nudibranquios, así como una mayor diversidad.

Tanto si le gustan las ciudades pobladas como Nha Trang, o si disfruta de la calma y la tranquilidad de complejos remotos como los de Whale Island, descubrirá que el buceo en Vietnam tiene muchísimo que ofrecer!.

FASHION & YACHTING LIFESTYLE | MODA Y ESTILO DE VIDA NÁUTICO

By BENJAMIN-ÉMILE LE HAY | Contributing Fashion Editor Por BENJAMIN-ÉMILE LE HAY | Editor de Moda

Spring Salute to Navy Blue.

Rediscovering Yachting’s Classic Hue Un saludo primaveral al azul marino.

El color clásico de la náutica BOSS BOTTLE NIGHT EAU DE TOILETTE $60-75 (1.7oz - 3.4 oz), available at Hugo Boss stores and www.hugoboss.com

BONOBOS SPARROWFIELD CREW SWEATER IN NAVY $98, Bonobos.com

I ULYSSE NARDIN MARINE CHRONOMETER MANUFACTURE TIMEPIECE $10,400, ulysse-nardin.com

n the world of yachting, no color rings more true than blue marine. It’s the natural color strongly associated with life on the sea. The British Royal Navy was first uniformed in the shade around the mid-1700s and, over the next 100 years, the western world officially coined the term “navy blue.” Foreign Affairs magazine suggests that blazers in such a tint were slowly adopted by the upper class from this time. By the 1920s, Coco Chanel relied on this masculine tone for her intrepid, modern designs, most notably in her resort-friendly frocks, skirts and woolen suits. Nowadays, navy blue is a mainstay of any yacht club: from the commodore’s double-breasted sport coat to a windbreaker worn for a regatta.

France’s iconic marinière stripes are endlessly en vogue from the city to the beach. Blue evokes harmony and confidence, all BECKETT SIMONON’S POTENZA WEEKEND BAG $280, beckettsimonon.com

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AGNÈS B. DOMINO THREE-BUTTON BLAZER $685, agnesb.com

PANERAI’S PAM 564 LUMINOR MARINA 8 DAYS TITANIO $8,400, available at Officine Panerai boutiques. panerai.com

GEOFFREY BEENE NAVY BLUE DRESS SHIRT $55, macys.com

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o existe color más marino que el azul. Es un tono que naturalmente está asociado con la vida en alta mar y es que fueron los miembros de la real marina británica los primeros en vestirse de azul a mediados del siglo XVIII, y durante los siguientes 100 años el resto del mundo lo conocería como azul marino. La revista Foreign Affairs sugiere que fue a partir de entonces que las chaquetas en este color se pusieron de moda entre la gente de clase alta. Ya en los años veinte, Coco Chanel hizo uso de este tono para sus intrépidos y modernos BURROW & HIVE’S CHARLOTTE MERINO WOOL SHAWL IN MIDNIGHT $180, burrowandhive.com

PERRY ELLIS’ summer 2014 collection, price upon request, perryellis.com

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STUTTERHEIM LYDIA RAIN CAPE IN LIMONTA COTTON $1,188, stutterheim.com

VERDURA’S PAIR OF TURQUOISE ENAMEL, GOLD, SILVER AND SAPPHIRE “CUBANA” EARCLIPS $13,500, verdura.com

WARBY PARKER’S SPENCER POLARIZED SUNGLASSES IN MIDNIGHT BLUE $95150 (prescription), warbyparker.com

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VILEBREQUIN SOLID NAVY DRESS IN COTTON, $240, vilebrequin.com

RALPH LAUREN PETITE-LINK STIRRUP WATCH IN STEEL WITH WHITE DIAL $2,300, ralphlaurenwatches.com

ETRO paisley bikini $270, etro.com

VERDURA APATITE, AMETHYST, RUBY, EMERALD, DIAMOND AND GOLD “BYZANTINE BEAD” NECKLACE $18,500, verdura.com

ETRO multi colored paisley print kaftan in silk, $961, etro.com

BURROW & HIVE’S PENNY MERINO WOOL SHAWL IN HIBISCUS $180, burrowandhive.com

LONGCHAMP LM CUIR BOAT SHOES $375, longchamp.com

attributes of the ocean. The timeless palette is especially relevant this season, popping up on the runways of luxury labels such as Hermès, Berluti and Louis Vuitton. In this issue, we have handpicked a medley of items that reference navy blue and are perfect for nautical exploration and leisure. Take for instance a terry cloth dress from Vilebrequin’s recently launched women’s line. Perhaps you will be tempted by Ulysse Nardin’s Marine Chronometer watch. Or look smashing on deck in Agnès b.’s three-button, fine striped, Domino jacket in stretch cotton. And if all that’s too simple you can dazzle up your blues with Verdura’s stunning Byzantine bead necklace in precious stones.

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diseños, sobre todo para su línea de resort: vestidos, faldas y trajes de lana.

Hoy en día, el azul marino está siempre presente en cualquier club náutico: desde la chaqueta del comodoro hasta los anoraks que utilizan los regatistas. A su vez, las rayas blancas y azules típicas francesas “marinière” siempre están de moda, tanto en la ciudad como en la playa. El azul inspira armonía y confianza, atributos muy propios del océano. Esta gama clásica cobra importancia esta temporada al sobresalir en las pasarelas de Hermès, Berluti y Louis Vuitton. Para esta edición, hemos escogido una variedad de piezas en azul perfectos para el ocio y la vida náutica. Por ejemplo, un vestido que forma parte de la nueva línea femenina que acaba de lanzar Vilebrequin.

Tal vez, le tiente el reloj marino con cronómetro de Ulysse Nardin y sin duda, lucirá radiante en cubierta con la chaqueta de rayas de Agnes B en algodón. Si estas opciones le parecen demasiado simples, puede añadirle el collar de piedras preciosas Byzantine de Verdura. Estos son los tesoros para esta primavera!.

YES TO NATURALLY SMOOTH lip balm collection, $3, yestocarrots.com

ETRO multi colored women’s coat, $2,657, etro.com ARTERIORS’ CORMAC SMALL LANTERN, $240, arteriorshome.com

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Grand Hotel Oriente By | Por MARÍA IRIONDO

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hen it comes to a hotel stay, location is very important. Right in the heart of the historic center of Naples stands the Grand Hotel Oriente, a favorite among international guests that come for either pleasure or business. Not far from the Stock Exchange or the port, this hotel built in the 1940’s has been the choice of highly

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la hora de escoger alojamiento, la ubicación de un hotel es muy importante y por eso el Grand Hotel Oriente, que se encuentra justo en el centro histórico de Nápoles, es el favorito de huéspedes que llegan de todo el mundo, sea por motivos de trabajo u ocio. Este hotel que se encuentra cerca de la bolsa de valores

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It’s located right next to the beautiful Toledo subway station, one of the most famous in Europe and only 8 minutes away from Naples’ central station.

Inaugurated in 2012, this amazing work of art, which is fifty meters deep, was designed by renowned Catalan architect Oscar Tusquets Blanca.

discriminating visitors such as members of the delegations of foreign countries that belong to the United Nations.

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y el puerto, fue construído en la década de los cuarenta y desde entonces ha sido el favorito de importantes miembros de las delegaciones de países pertenecientes a las Naciones Unidas.

No se deje engañar por su sencilla fachada pues tras sus puertas se esconden hermosas renovaciones

star property. No detail has been spared, from the luxuriously comfortable rooms and suites to the elegant restaurant offering the best in Mediterranean cuisine and the lovely and inviting piano bar, the Hotel Oriente is guaranteed to make your stay in Naples certainly unforgettable.

It’s located right next to the beautiful Toledo subway station, one of the most famous in Europe and only 8 minutes away from Naples’ central station. Inaugurated in 2012, this amazing work of art, which is fifty meters deep, was designed by renowned Catalan architect Oscar Tusquets Blanca.

Built on three levels that represent the city’s three geological layers, this station is themed around water and light. This true masterpiece, that is surrounded by an equally beautiful pedestrian area, makes it one of the most attractive spots in the city.

Also nearby is the Teatro San Carlo, Piazza Gesù, Piazza Plebsicito and the exclusive shops at Piazza de Martiri, Via Filangieri and Via dei Mille.

que se han hecho a este encantador hotel de cuatro estrellas. No se ha escatimado detalle alguno y esto se refleja en sus lujosas y cómodas habitaciones, así como su restaurante de primera y su acogedor piano bar. Elementos que garantizan que su estadía en el Grand Hotel Oriente sea inolvidable.

A su lado, se encuentra la enigmática estación de metro Toledo, una de las más famosas de Europa y que queda a tan solo 8 minutos de la estación central de Nápoles. Inaugurada en 2012, fue galardonada como la más bella del continente y cuenta con una profundidad de cincuenta metros.

Esta fascinante obra inspirada en el agua y la luz, fue diseñada por el reconocido arquitecto catalán Oscar Tusquets Blanca y construída sobre tres niveles, de tres colores diferentes, que representan las capas geológicas de la ciudad. Una verdadera obra de arte que cuenta con una zona exterior peatonal igual de hermosa que se ha convertido en una de las zonas más atractivas de Nápoles. Cerca quedan el Teatro San Carlo, la Piazza Gesù, la Piazza Plebiscito y las exclusivas tiendas de Piazza de Martiri, Via Filangieri y Via dei Mille. www.yachtingtimesmagazine.com | 69 |

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Boating Shoes - which are right for you?

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oat shoes may look like casual footwear, but savvy boaters know there’s more to a good shoe than a laid back fashion statement: the shoe also needs to fit your boating style. When it comes to boat shoes there are a few features that are crucial; a fine tread is needed to channel water away without picking up grit and the sole should be grippy enough to stick to a wet deck but should never leave a mark. Beyond those characteristics the qualities that make a good shoe will depend on the kind of boating you do:

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Traditional Boating Shoes: Sebago Horween Docksides ($150) Often known as deck shoes or topsiders, leather slip-ons are what most people imagine when you talk about boat shoes. Sebago makes the classic version; well-crafted premium leather, attractive styling and a non-slip, nonmarking sole. Perfect for sophisticated boating and visits to the yacht club.

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Casual Day Sailing: SWIMS Sport Loafers ($159) If your sailing tends to be active with a chance of waves you’ll need a shoe that can take a soaking and still look great. SWIMS are new on the scene and offer a classic looking rubber deck shoe in a variety of fashionable colors. Non-skid and non-marking with breathable mesh and the ability to be washed, they’re the ultimate in practical comfort.

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Performance Racing Shoes: SLAM Code 1 ($95) Racing sailors need a shoe of their own and Italianbased SLAM, a sportswear manufacturer that’s been around for over three decades, makes one of the most popular shoes in the grand prix racing market. An athletic shoe in styling—Code 1’s are supportive, quick drying and have an anti-slip rubber tread that channels water away from the foot.

Racing or Offshore Shoes: Sharx (£49.50) Another new shoe is the racy looking Sharx. The EVA moulded shoes that were worn by Volvo Round The World sailors aboard Green Dragon are both lightweight and strong. With adjustable velcro closures they’re easy to slip on and off. They dry quickly and the antimicrobacterial insole is washable.

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The old stand by in new brighter colors is perfect when you don’t want a little rain to disrupt your day on the water. Made from 100% rubber and lined with soft cotton, these boots will keep your feet dry and comfortable and the non-slip sole will keep you securely on deck.

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