Navigator - Fall 2024

OUR TEAM

Navigator Fall 2024

Managing Director / Chief Content Officer

Daniel Wade E daniel.wade@northropandjohnson.com

President & COO

Daniel Ziriakus

Creative Director

Alfredo Lopez

Editor Miriam Cain E miriam.cain@northropandjohnson.com

Copy Editors

Ashleigh King, Eileen Lopez

Luxury Editor Mike Espindle

Aviation Editor Doug Gollan

Sub Editor

Rebecca Taranto / Superyacht Creative

Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Rebecca Stella Montoya

Manager, Strategic Partnerships & Media

Emma Ross E emma.ross@northropandjohnson.com

Coordinator, Strategic Partnerships & Media

Yeva Mytrofanska E yeva.mytrofanska@northropandJohnson.com

Art Direction

Neil Tookey & Kevin Denoual @nous.partners

Contributors Katy Johnson

Front Cover

Illustration by Garry Walton

Publisher

Northrop & Johnson, 2015 SW 20th Street, Suite 200, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315. Published by Northrop & Johnson, Navigator magazine is the quintessential guide to an inclusive, opulent travel lifestyle. Devoted to a readership that relishes luxury living and a sophisticated, adventurous spirit, Navigator is a guide to the apex of lavish travel, yachting, art, entertainment, luxury goods and more.

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FOREWORD

As we move from summer into fall and the smell of sunscreen fades away, here at Northrop & Johnson we are readying ourselves for another season of boat shows and looking forward to finding our clients the yachts and experiences they have worked so hard to deserve.

In this, the annual Brokerage issue of Navigator, we look ahead to the fall boat show season, suggest some new toys you can buy for your yacht, and spotlight the iconic yacht STARFIRE. For our regular Navigator Knows column, we talk to the people propelling our industry into the future with thoughtfulness and zeal – ideas that straddle the realms of design, technology, sustainability, community, and conservation.

Our Cruising Guide covers the fast-growing trend for “3G” (Three Generational) vacations, with great ideas for tailormade charters to suit the whole family. Our experts give their recommendations on their favorite multigeneration cruising grounds and the yachts on which to explore them this winter. Staying in travel but heading towards land, we look at a handful of properties where a stay is actually good for the soul. If solitude and reflection isn’t quite your thing, head to the new Mediterranean hot spot, Lucia Cannes, for a dose of beach club living, or for a quick city break stateside head to the Big Apple. Wherever this fall season takes you, and whoever you choose to spend it with, we hope the following pages provide a little inspiration.

Daniel Ziriakus President & COO

The largest motor yacht sold to date in 2024 is the 295' (90m) DAR built by Oceanco

At 295 feet in length, DAR is just shy of the height of London's Big Ben

The largest sailing yacht sold to date in 2024 is the 184' (56m) ROSEHEARTY built by Perini Navi

INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

The inside track on the superyacht market from the experts at Northrop & Johnson

CURATED BY MEGAN DANIELS

Data courtesy of Northrop & Johnson Deep Data Department

1,661

246

Largest motor yacht delivered Jan – June 2024 LUMINANCE, 455'4" (138.8m), Lürssen

170’7”

Largest sailing yacht delivered Jan – June 2024 REPOSADO, 170'7" (51.99m), Radez

Total length of yachts sold Jan – June 2024 is approximately

(9,181m)

The largest motor yacht on the market is the 387' (118m) FEADSHIP 821 built by Feadship

The largest sailing yacht on the market is the 210' (64m) RUNNING ON WAVES built by Gdansk

dream boat

FINANCING YACHT CONSTRUCTION

Fulfill your dream with the right team

WORDS LAURA MANDEL

“Yacht” can mean something different to almost anyone who says it or hears it. From a 440’ (134m) superyacht with global range and two helipads to a 35’ (10.6m) sailboat to take around nearby harbors on summer weekends, one thing all these vessels have in common is owners who prize the freedom and adventure of time spent aboard.

A careful plan with the right team can protect your yacht purchase from unforeseen difficulties while also safeguarding other goals.

Yacht owners tend to be highly financially literate and informed about yachting. Many have boated since childhood and have acquired bigger and more sophisticated vessels as their careers and resources advanced. But there is still a unique emotional element of owning a boat; in the most successful projects, everyone involved shares that passion, delights in digging into the engineering and imagining cruises to the unique destinations that only boats afford. Owners who choose to build a yacht face even more complexity.

“We are helping clients fulfill their dream”, said Burton Gonzell, a senior vice president who handles yacht financing at Northern Trust. “It is a privilege to work together and turn someone's vision into a reality.”

The right team may mean more than a better interest rate or paring weeks from a construction schedule – it may mean the difference between launching your vessel or having the project languish in avoidable disconnects among financiers, shipyards, suppliers and surveyors.

Ownership structure & operating costs

Yachts join aircraft and secondary homes as assets that are often owned by trusts or limited liability companies. These structures introduce specific requirements that can add complexity to plans. It’s not rare for annual operating expenses to reach more than 10 percent of the vessel’s purchase price, so funding those costs while observing the rules of a limited liability company or trust and also preserving other areas of lifestyle spending demands careful planning and attention to detail.

A trustee would be likely to plan for funding the yacht’s operation for the lifetime of the asset and would make sure sufficient liquidity is available when needed. That allocation should be considered in the context of other priorities, such as family members you wish to support, philanthropic intentions and the lifestyle you want to maintain.

A systematic, goals-centered approach to vetting your options will yield the best outcomes for your portfolio and wealth plan. Borrowing rather than liquidating assets can help keep your investment strategy intact by securing the liquidity you need for a yacht purchase while preserving your other goals. Bankers will look for information from you about both your boating history and financial situation.

“We are embarking on a relationship, and that requires good communication and understanding each other,” Gonzell said. “If we are working on a three-year project, we are going to get to know each other pretty well.”

Build the right team

Your crew will comprise much more than the maritime industry professionals responsible for operating your boat and keeping you safe and comfortable. Depending on your ownership structure and the complexity of your plans and vessel, you may have a large team managing many elements of the project on and off the water. From the very start of any new build process, your Northrop & Johnson broker will assist in everything from shipyard selection to yacht designers and the best maritime attorneys. Engaging with a skillful and experienced lender will leave you in a secure position to move forward with your dream. They will be familiar with loans of the scale of a yacht purchase or build, can tailor comprehensive credit solutions and will give guidance on other team members to involve in the process.

Make your dream vessel a reality

Contact Northrop & Johnson’s preferred partner Northern Trust about yacht financing. northerntrust.com/yacht

Laura Mandel is Northern Trust’s chief fiduciary officer. She is responsible for overseeing fiduciary practice and policies within Wealth Management.

KEEL LIFE

Northrop & Johnson discusses the yachting trends making waves

BRIGHT IDEAS

Navigator Knows

The people, places, and projects moving the yachting industry into the future

WORDS MIRIAM CAIN

What constitutes a “bright idea” in yachting? Is it building something that has never been done before, something that pushes an existing concept in a totally new direction, something that fundamentally re-frames the ways in which we approach yachting? Or, is it all of the above? Navigator talks to those in the industry who are approaching yachting’s most pressing issues with thoughtfulness and zeal –ideas that straddle the realms of design, technology, sustainability, community, and conservation. From shipyards making strides towards reducing and even eliminating vessel emissions, to designers creating interiors from sustainable materials, to the yachting community initiatives keeping cruising grounds pristine – these are the innovators who are each, in their own way, changing the way we approach yachting, one bright idea at a time.

THE EXPERTS

Malcolm McKeon Founder MMYD

Marnix J. Hoekstra Partner and Co-Creative Director Vripack

Steven English President IGY Marinas

The Designer

Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design

The yachting industry is made up of several different stripes, a few of whom are trying to bring something new to transform it into a more socially and environmentally responsible pastime. One design studio at the forefront of this drive toward sustainability is Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design (MMYD), whose landmark yachts include the award-winning 196’ (59.7m) SARISSA and the 110’ (33.5m) ZEMI. “Each project that we design is an evolution with continual development and refinement of hull forms, improved efficiency, hydronamics, and weight savings,” says Malcolm McKeon, founder of MMYD.

The 196’ (59.7m) Royal Huisman-built SARISSA has certainly received extensive recognition since her delivery in 2023, taking seven Neptune trophies, including Sailing Yacht of the Year at the recent 2024 World Superyacht Awards, as well as the Eco Award and Innovation of the Year at the Boat International Design & Innovation Awards earlier in the year. Leading the MMYD team in the design of SARISSA, Malcolm worked closely with an owner who pushed the project to its full potential. “The yacht really embodies the client’s brief in every way,” says Malcolm. “The outcome is an incredibly powerful sailing yacht with exceptional performance and minimal environmental impact.” It seems the success of the MMYD studio is partly

due to its dedication to a more client-centered design. “First and foremost, every design is completely custom, fully bespoke and very much driven at its heart by the client - we develop the concept with them,” explains Malcolm. “Many of our clients recognize the environmental advantage of a sailing yacht, indeed it’s often part of its attraction for them, and because of this enthusiasm they can be instrumental in developing new technologies.” As a result of demand from their clients, MMYD have already introduced a number of fuel-efficient ideas in their designs to reduce emissions and running costs and continue to research new ideas all the time. In addition to supporting these new technologies, MMYD’s innovative designs are nature-focused and also include more open-plan interiors and outdoor spaces dedicated to living by the water’s edge. “SARISSA is a great example of how we’ve tried to innovate in the usability side of things – the aft section opens to reveal a large beach club, which hosts a bar, seating area, and sauna,” says Malcolm. “The carbon beach club door is really an engineering marvel, literally doubling the size of the platform to an impressive 20m².” With several projects under construction and new and exciting designs on the drawing board, the future certainly looks bright for the awardwinning MMYD studio. malcolmmckeonyachtdesign.com

“The aft section opens to reveal a large beach club, which hosts a bar, seating area, and sauna. The carbon beach club door is really an engineering marvel, literally doubling the size of the platform to an impressive 20m²”

Malcolm McKeon, MMYD

02 The 110’ (33.5m) ZEMI has a contemporary and slightly minimalist design

The Yacht

ZERO

Yachts powered by wind energy alone have been around for centuries – they have crossed oceans and circumnavigated the world under sail for hundreds of years without needing any fossil fuels at all. However, today’s superyachts, whether motor or sail, use diesel generators to produce their electrical power and therefore also require fossil fuels to power just about everything on board, from air conditioning to navigation and audio visual, even to the electric winches used to raise the sails on a modern sailing yacht. A fossil fuel-free superyacht may therefore appear a long way off, but the groundbreaking sailing yacht ZERO, which is scheduled for delivery in 2025, aims to prove that more sustainable luxury yachting isn’t just a pipe dream. Developed by a dream team of experts from various fields both within the yachting industry and outside, the entire philosophy is to develop a solution for change through collaboration and information sharing, and by showing the industry that yachting really can be made more sustainable.

Dutch shipyard Vitters and Dykstra Naval Architects, along with Dutch design studio Vripack Yacht Design, are the panel of yachting experts involved in the inception of the sailing yacht ZERO. Having all worked previously on other groundbreaking yachting innovations, the team tested various configurations, aided by physicists and data analysts. “We have researched various ways of powering a yacht from hydrogeneration and solar energy,” says Marnix J. Hoekstra, Partner and Co-Creative Director at Vripack. “Hydrogeneration may not be new, but to operate a yacht on sun, wind, and water and using sustainable materials alone is a radical new concept.” The resulting 226’ (68.9m) performance ketch ZERO will also use solar energy to run the hotel load, topped up with hydrogeneration. “This has constraints on the yacht’s operational profile, but it is, in theory, something that can be used on board any vessel and this is the whole point of the R&D work into renewable energy, which ultimately will be published by the technology platform foundationzero.org,” explains Marnix. Indeed, in line with Foundation Zero’s mission, all data will be made available through open source to those who are interested and for all to benefit from – ultimately contributing to a positive change in the maritime industry. “It starts with imagining what is possible,” says Marnix. foundationzero.org

Marnix J. Hoekstra

05 ZERO is currently in build at the Dutch shipyard Vitters

06 Sindalah will offer a wealth of luxurious amenities and facilities for the superyacht crowd

The Destination

Sindalah

Just eight years ago, the announcement of Saudi Arabia’s futuristic flagship project NEOM seemed to be a destination of the distant future, but as we write halfway through 2024 the architectural and infrastructural undertakings to build four unique regions are already well underway. Strategically located just a day’s cruising from the Mediterranean Sea, the visionary luxury island development, Sindalah, is due to welcome its first guests later this year. One of NEOM’s four luxury destinations occupying a substantial corner of Saudi Arabia, Sindalah’s development opens up the Red Sea as an alluring cruising ground, potentially offering a new winter season location for the superyacht set. Northrop & Johnson’s partner IGY Marinas is responsible for Sindalah Marina, offering 86 berths for yachts up to 164’ (50m) and additional serviced offshore buoys for superyachts up to 590’ (180m).

Sindalah Marina is the closest ultra-prime superyacht marina to Europe and the Mediterranean, highlighting NEOM’s ambition to become a world leader in luxury tourism and yachting experiences in the Red Sea region. “The addition of Sindalah

Marina to the IGY global marina network provides superyacht owners, captains, and charter guests access to an unrivaled new destination aligned with an entirely new yachting season,” says Steve English, President of IGY Marinas. “Superyachts visiting Sindalah will enjoy a redefined luxury experience, with premium hotels, retail offerings, culinary dining, and an amazing golf experience.”

Further afield, NEOM itself covers an area of approximately 10,200 square miles, which includes everything from mountain ranges and desert landscapes to coastal regions ripe for exploration by yacht. The waters are home to over 2,000 marine species, 600 of which are endemic to the Red Sea and cannot be found anywhere else in the world, while on land its landscape offers endless vistas with rich red sands, craggy mountains, and valleys populated with native wildlife. NEOM has also pledged to preserve 95 percent of the region’s land and sea for conservation – a vision of what the future of tourism might look like, perhaps? neom.com

Sindalah Marina will be an ultra-prime superyacht marina in the Red Sea

Starfire

IN FOCUS

A pedigree yacht with uncompromising quality and exquisitely updated interior and exterior spaces, the 177’ (54m) STARFIRE carries a legacy of excellence. Step aboard and discover the timeless elegance and superior craftsmanship from the Benetti shipyard.

STARFIRE boasts a range of amenities, including ample alfresco lounging areas, a private office, and large toy box

From the sauna to her outdoor movie set up, STARFIRE has all the luxuries on board

Guests 14 in 6 cabins

Year 1997/2019/2023

Length 177' (54m)

Built by Benetti

Asking price

$15,490,000

10 Cool Features

Originally owned by one of Benetti’s investors, STARFIRE is the result of the close cooperation between the Italian shipyard and designer Stefano Natucci, with a refitted interior by François Zuretti

Built from steel with an aluminum superstructure, STARFIRE has a gross tonnage of 747 and boasts a substantial fuel capacity of 37,000 gallons

STARFIRE cruises at 12 knots and is capable of a maximum 15 knots

Meticulously maintained and upgraded, STARFIRE went through a major refit in 2019 and subsequent updates, including a small refit in 2023

Spread over four beautifully arranged decks, STARFIRE’s amenities include a helipad, sauna, massage room, fireplace, and Jacuzzi with sit-up bar

Five alfresco lounge areas provide ample opportunity for guests to relax or entertain, while five dining areas include a private dining room for up to 12 guests on the main deck and an indoor/ outdoor dining area aft of the skylounge

Exceptional interior design elements throughout, including Art Deco themes

Dynamic accommodations layout with a full-beam master suite and separate office, VIP stateroom on the bridge deck, and a further two double cabins and two twin cabins on the waterline

Dedicated crew of 14 who offer unparalleled service, with outstanding crew accommodations making for superb crew morale

Boasting a flawless charter record of over 11 weeks per year average in the last five years, STARFIRE is a firm favorite with a stellar reputation

Castoldi Jet

Tender 34

Sleek and elegant, with performance to match, Castoldi’s Jet Tender 34 Open Sport Limo is the largest flagship model in the jet range. At 34’ (10.5m) in length and with a beam of 9’2” (2.8m), this multifunctional tender is both comfortable for transporting guests to and from the mothership, as well as fast. When being used as a commuter boat, the Jet Tender 34 is capable of speeds of up to 50 knots, powered by twin 440mhp Yanmar diesel engines. castoldijet.it

toy box

TOP TENDERS

From semi-custom RIBS to unique, fully-custom tenders to match the mothership, the size and range of superyacht tenders is on the rise. Navigator takes a look at the top tenders for your superyacht.

WORDS MIRIAM CAIN

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Falcon Tenders

Custom Limousine & Open

At 32’ (10m), Falcon’s custom Closed Limousine and Open Guest tenders are designed for the upper end of the larger tender market. Each tender features hybrid electric propulsion, powering the boat up to 35 knots (limo) and 40 knots (open). Adding to their sustainable credits, the hull, deck, and mouldings are constructed with green epoxy composites. Reclaimed teak decking, a fully customizable console, and bespoke exterior paint scheme can be applied to match the mothership. falcon-tenders.com

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Williams Jet Tenders

EvoJet 70

The semi-customized EvoJet 70 is the most advanced model created by Williams Jet Tenders. Specifically created for motherships over 130’ (40m), the EvoJet is powered by Yanmar 4LV diesel engines and utilizes Williams’ jet propulsion system. Carrying up to 13 guests, its proven Deep-V hull provides a comfortable ride for everyone on board. williamsjettenders.com

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Yachtwerft Meyer

Impetus & Silverline

With tender options ranging from open to limousine or catamarans, Yachtwerft Meyer is renowned for building beautiful fully-custom and semi-custom tenders, modeled to the shape and styling of the mothership. Alternatively, Yachtwerft Meyer’s Impetus and Silverline pre-engineered platforms range from 26’ (8m) to 31’ (9.5m), while the Impetus series ranges from 34’5” (10.5m) to 40’ (12m). The Silverline platform is the builder’s most successful series and is available as a limousine, open tender, or RIB, with various deck layouts and custom features. Capable of speeds of 30+ knots, Yachtwerft Meyer tenders are both stylish and performance pleasers.

yachtwerft-meyer.com

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Oetker Drops Anchor Stateside

It may have been welcoming guests for almost a century, but following major renovations, The Vineta Hotel in the heart of Palm Beach is one of the most talked about additions to the Sunshine State, and it hasn’t even opened yet. Set to make its debut later this year – just in time for a visit during the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show in the fall – the landmark building with its distinct, chic, pale-pink façade, has been fully restored. The interior has also been brought back to its original splendor, with a top-to-toe renovation by the Paris-based interior designer, Tino Zervudachi. Owned by the Oetker Collection, whose pedigreed portfolio includes the Eden Rock in St Barths and the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes, there is no doubt that The Vineta Hotel will become a firm favorite for the yachting crowd.

“This is a monumental moment in the brand’s history as we announce our first Masterpiece Hotel in the United States,” says Timo Gruenert, CEO of the Oetker Collection.

“Many of our existing guests have long visited or are residents of Palm Beach, and we therefore look forward to extending Oetker Collection’s unique hospitality ethos based on our values of family spirit, elegance, and genuine kindness, to this wonderful town with The Vineta Hotel.” oetkercollection.com

new & noteworthy

From scouting out the latest in luxury travel to stylish must-haves for your superyacht, here’s what the editors of Navigator have discovered of late

WORDS EMMA ROSS

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Airbus Corporate Jets

Airbus Corporate Jets has unveiled the second ACJ TwoTwenty at EBACE 2024, highlighting its expansive 786sqft interior with six distinct zones. This business jet offers an impressive intercontinental range of up to 5,650 nautical miles and accommodates up to 18 passengers in exceptional comfort. The front of the cabin features a main galley that transitions into a crew rest area. Beyond that is a versatile zone designed for working and dining, equipped with 22” wide seats, leading to an additional space for dining or relaxation. The rear section includes a bedroom and a bathroom with a stand-up shower, where noise levels can be maintained as low as 48 dBA, according to Airbus.

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Design Trends

Every year the yachting industry brings a fresh wave of aesthetics trends to yacht interiors. Whether it’s through flowing furniture, accessories, or soft furnishings, ways to incorporate these new trends are ample. Making a splash in the marine industry, Perennials Fabrics and Rugs’ debut collection of Wallcoverings add an incredible feature to any yacht interior. Beautifully printed patterns and organic textures playfully draw your eye into and around a space, transforming any environment. Whether utilized as a striking focal point or covering entire rooms, Perennials’ debut collection of 17 designs infuses spaces with warmth, character, and a sense of depth.

“Blending creativity, beauty, and craftsmanship, our collection is meticulously curated and includes designs boasting clean lines, dimensional textures, and abstract motifs,” says Ann Sutherland, Perennials Founder. perennialsfabrics.com

© Airbus SAS –Photo by Tom Claeren Productions

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New Horizons

Pushing the boundaries of discovery, Ponant Expeditions have announced their latest polar itinerary, opening up new horizons and escorting guests through the Saint Lawrence River. Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot is the only passenger ship in the world with a Polar Class 2 hull, allowing this magnificent and luxurious vessel to explore the vast and beautiful river that is inaccessible to traditional ships in the winter season. Venture through great open spaces, where the waters, once turbulent, range from drifting and fragmented sea ice to solid sheets, along a backdrop of valleys and forests dressed in a blanket of white. Step ashore and experience the beauty of raw nature with winter activities such as hiking or snowshoeing, dog sledding or ice fishing, or simply relax on deck and observe the emblematic wildlife, including caribou and moose in their natural habitat – you might even spot unique newborn whitecoats (harp seals) in the Magdalen Islands. With multiple departure dates this winter season, Le Commandant Charcot features 123 staterooms and suites, as well as wellness amenities and a wide variety of cuisine, ensuring that guests are enveloped in absolute luxury throughout their Arctic adventure. ponant.com

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Verge Yacht Design

Known for creating breathtaking yacht interiors, Verge Yacht Design has become one of the most reputable marine interior design firms in the United States. In collaboration with Michael Peters Yacht Design, Verge’s latest project is aboard hull no. 1 of Hystream Yachts’ groundbreaking, hydrogen electric 80’ catamaran line. Under the leadership of owner and principal designer Anita Turcotte, Verge’s designs reflect Hystream Yachts’ commitment to environmental sustainability while maintaining luxurious and functional surroundings for guests. The HS 80 model will feature Verge’s signature style of functional spaces that prioritize eco-conscious design principles. The collaboration marks a significant step forward in merging innovation and beautiful design with sustainable practices for the future of yachting. vergeyachtdesign.com

Proper & continued planning

Effective wealth planning is critical to preserving your wealth for your lifetime and that of your successors. In recent decades, research has appeared that proves the tendency of great wealth to fail to survive beyond the third generation. While wealth can be exposed to many circumstances beyond your control, such as volatile markets and evolving tax and legal regimes, there are many unintended consequences that can often be avoided.

Putting off creating a wealth plan or starting too late can often result in potentially higher tax liabilities, inheritance disputes, less flexibility, and additional expenses. Ultimately, this leads to asset depletion and administrative delays in the fulfilment of your wishes. Early and regular reviews of your wealth plan can help establish whether your current plan is aligned with your objectives, uncovering possible risks, and pursuing new potential opportunities in changing environments and personal circumstances.

Special assets

It is also important to consider your unique assets. From closely held business interests, real estate, art collections, aircraft and yachts, specialized management can help ensure smooth transitions to intended beneficiaries, seek tax efficiencies and ensure adequate insurance to preserve long-term value.

Navigating complexities

While preserving your wealth and legacy isn’t straightforward, added complexities such as involving multiple jurisdictions requires special attention. Investing internationally could mean you are exposed to foreign tax and regulatory requirements. For example, a non-US person with beneficiaries or assets located in the US can face complex federal and tax implications. Working with wealth planners who recognize and understand jurisdictional issues can be beneficial, alongside independent legal and tax advisors.

Citi Private Bank is among the few organizations that has the global reach, experience and resources to assist you in creating a dynamic plan that helps ensure your wealth and legacy are preserved.

Scan the QR code to get in touch if you are interested in reviewing your wealth plan with a Wealth Planner at Citi.

Preserving what matters most

Life is inherently unpredictable. But with sophisticated and robust wealth planning you can seek to preserve your legacy and safeguard your life’s achievements.

new horizons

TRAVEL

New waves for the new season

WORDS MIRIAM CAIN

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Virgin Territory

Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

An oasis in the truest sense of the word, Six Senses made its Saudi debut in the desert with the opening of its heritage resort – Southern Dunes. Part of The Red Sea Resort, which will extend to 10,800 square miles along the Saudi Arabian coastline, the Six Senses is the ideal first of the many properties to open in the sustainable luxury tourism destination. It couldn’t be more apt a duo, given Six Senses’ nature-first approach. The unique Alnesai desert property was designed by Foster + Partners, whose 36 guest rooms and 40 dune-hugging villas are both out of the ordinary while still seamlessly blending into the landscape. The brand’s wellness formula is embodied throughout the resort, with the spa, gym, pools, and the ample Arabic activities on offer in the sweeping desert dunes that surround the property. sixsenses.com

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Purer Shores

The Potlatch Club, Eleuthera

The Bahamas may be flush with new hotel arrivals, but this summer there was an extra focus on the island of Eleuthera – the birthplace of The Bahamas. Following a seven-year restoration, The Potlach Club is the island’s first truly luxury boutique hotel. A former private home that was frequented by New York socialites and silver-screen legends, the likes of Greta Garbo and Rita Gam during the 1960s and 70s, the property fell into disrepair until its new owners came on board in 2016. What they have created along the seven-mile deserted stretch of pink-sand beach is an oceanfront escape where coastal elegance meets Caribbean charm. Paying homage to the property’s storied pass, the original clubhouse remains, while a mix of historic and newly built suites, cottages, and villas are dotted around 12 acres of landscaped gardens. thepotlatchclub.com

03 Fresh Revival

Cape Grace, South Africa

The smart crowd have set their sights on Cape Town’s treasured hotel Cape Grace, which has opened after nine months of renovations. Unveiling a new design, the iconic waterfront property opened its doors in the spring with a new look inspired by South Africa’s heritage, culture, and artistry. South Africa’s array of landscapes, diverse languages, vibrant art scene, and rich cultures make for a diverse narrative that interior designers have interpreted throughout each of the 112 rooms and suites. Featuring large French windows or balconies, each room offers views of either the waterfront marina or the iconic Table Mountain. The Fairmont Spa has also been revamped, along with additions to the culinary offerings, including the new restaurant, Heirloom. capegrace.com

Singita Comes Full Circle

Singita Ebony Lodge & Singita Milele

Singita’s founding lodge in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve unveiled a new look that both honors the origin of the Singita story while meeting the changing needs of modern guests. At the heart of Singita Ebony Lodge is a new Conservation Room where guests can enjoy food and drinks while learning more about the 30-year history of Singita, the biodiversity of the region, and the work of the Singita Lowveld Trust – Singita’s conservation partner in South Africa. The main lodge also houses a new informal lodge and a wine cellar that leads out onto a deck area overlooking the Sand River. Cécile & Boyd, who were responsible for the project, also redesigned the 14 suites – all of which feature a private plunge pool.

Spring also saw Singita expand in Tanzania with the opening of Singita Milele. Part of the Singita Private Villa Collection, this one-of-a-kind private villa is perfect for families or friends traveling together, offering accommodations for up to 10 guests in five suites. Private Jacuzzis, expansive decks, and views over the Serengeti plains are just part of the property. A fitness studio, infinity pool, and movie room add to guest facilities. Designed to minimize the barriers between guests and nature, the property sits within 350,000 acres of pristine wilderness in Singita Grumeti, in northern Tanzania. singita.com

An Icon Reborn

Royal Mansour Casablanca

The unmitigated glamour of the rebuilt Royal Mansour Casablanca encapsulates timeless elegance with modern luxury. Occupying the site of the former Art Deco landmark, the Le Royal Mansour Méridien, which made its iconic debut in 1953, the Royal Mansour Casablanca is the real deal. After eight years of restoration, the property is flaunting a fresh take on Casablanca’s mid-century glamor. With some of the original hotel’s most iconic details reinterpreted for the modern day – Carrera marble surfaces, inlaid wood paneling, rich fabrics, and brass accents – the contemporary Royal Mansour Casablanca doesn’t shy away from the hotel’s storied past. A striking staircase near the bar is a nod to the original spiral staircase where the likes of Muhammad Ali and Sean Connery were photographed back in the day. Located in the heart of the White City, the 149 rooms, suites, and private apartments (including the largest suites in town spanning up to 12,800 square feet), along with four restaurants and a two-story, 27,000-foot wellness oasis, make this renewed icon the best in town.

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Alpine Luxe

WORDS EMMA ROSS

If you call yourself a skier or a snowboarder but have not ventured outside of North American resorts, it really is time to consider a trip across the pond. Europe is home to one of the most impressive mountain ranges in the world, the Alps, where you will find iconic alpine ski resorts the likes of Courchevel, St. Moritz and Verbier. The terrain is vast, extreme, and rugged compared to the ski mountains in North America, with lifts and trails connecting towns so you can literally ski for miles – the ultimate alpine touring adventure. Add in legendary après ski, luxury accommodation and family friendly facilities and it’s easy to see why you have the makings of the ultimate ski vacation.

So, what can you expect and where should you go? This is where the world’s leading luxury alpine specialist,

Oxford Ski Company, come in. Specializing in curating exclusive skiing vacations in some of the finest resorts in Europe, their collection of luxury accommodation is handpicked by an expert team. Whether your dream has been to discover the famed French “Three Valleys” – Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens; the leading Swiss resorts of St. Moritz, Zermatt and Verbier; or the Austrian resort of St. Anton, Oxford Ski Company's luxury collection includes everything from “Palace” status hotels, complete with Michelin-starred restaurants, to the most luxurious Alpine chalets with a full detail of staff, wine cellars, private pools, hot tubs, and even bowling alleys.

Whatever your preference, leave it to the experts at Oxford Ski Company to plan your next skiing adventure oxfordski.com

culture spy

Some very significant fairs and auctions lead into winter’s booming cultural season – especially if collectable art, autos, and watches are the name of your game. Take the autumnal opportunity to indulge your passions, across the globe.

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MIKE ESPINDLE

Art Basel Paris

Grand Palais, Paris

VIP Preview October 16 -17, 2024

General Admission October 18-20, 2024

The December Art Basel Miami is the burgeoning crowd-pleaser fair for this top-notch arts organization. However, the Parisian show, previously know as Paris+ par Art Basel, is now in its third year and is newly officially rebranded with the Art Basel moniker. The show is not only coming on strong, but has shifted its dates to October as the beautifully renovated Grand Palais facility was used as a Summer Olympics venue. Over 190 illustrious galleries representing over 40 countries (including over 28 newcomers so far) have already committed. Bold name first-time gallerists include Riyadh’s Athr Gallery, Oslo’s Standard gallery, Madrid’s Prats Nogueras Blanchard gallery, and New York’s Di Donna Galleries. A new sector this year, dubbed “Premise,” aims to foster a more inclusive definition of art history, comprising nine diversity-focused presentations of 19th Century art. artbasel.com/paris

Barrett-Jackson Fall Scottsdale Car Auction

WestWorld, Scottsdale, AZ

October 10-13, 2024

For car auctions, this is one of the big ones! BarrettJackson’s Fall Scottsdale happening has a reputation not only as one of the ne plus ultra events for vintage autos, but also as one of the purest: pure auctions for pure collectors and vintage fans, full stop. While the lots for October were still being assembled at press time, some highlights from the winter Scottsdale auction include: an immaculate 1957 Lincoln Continental Mark II Custom Coupe dubbed “Cashmere” that fetched $750,000; a gleaming 1967 Chevy Corvette 427/435 coupe nicknamed “The Desert Rat” that found a new owner for $256,000; and a 1965 Superformance MKIII Cobra Roadster with the moniker “The Italian Job,” which hammered out at $242,000. With the expected hoopla, check the Barrett-Jackson website for ongoing news as well as some useful, and luxurious, VIP attendee packages. barrett-jackson.com

Sotheby’s Hong Kong

Important Watches II

Hong Kong

September 30 - October 9, 2024

The summer watch auctions in Geneva and New York tend to define the collector climate for fans of superb vintage wrist watches. If this summer’s hammer prices are any indication, final sales prices are all over the place, with nose-bleed-level figures being fairly common. For many collectors, auctions taking place in Hong Kong have provided a relative antidote, providing for more rational collecting, and Sotheby’s is on the top of its game in that arena. While lots are still being compiled for this fall’s event (which is thankfully both live and online), Sotheby’s Hong Kong watch auctions this past spring yielded uncharacteristically sane results: A platinum A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Flyback estimated to fetch as much as $64,000, hammered out a bit over that at $68,000 (still a relative bargain in this market). A fun Graham Chronofighter limited edition steel “nose art” watch was estimated to bring in $5,000, and went for a little over $2,700. But those relative bargains might not last forever. sothebys.com

Diorama & Diorigami

Necklace and Earrings by Dior

Joaillerie

This striking new collection is inspired by Mr. Dior’s two most cherished universes: couture and gardens. The yellow gold necklace and earrings are adorned with sparkling diamonds, tsavorite garnets, and Paraiba-type tourmalines. dior.com

glitters

Radiate a burst of brightness with beautiful jewelry crafted from a myriad of exquisite colors

CURATED BY KATY JOHNSON

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Asprey’s Daisy Ring and Platinum Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds Indulge in opulence with these tri-color Sapphire Triple Drop Earrings –a true marvel of artistry. Crafted in 18-Karat white gold, they can be complemented with the 18-Karat white gold Daisy Ring. White pave-set diamonds adorn the center of the ring, and artfully arranged sparkling gemstones emulate the blooming petals. asprey.com

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Boodles Beach Rainbow Yellow Gold Necklace Sparkle in Boodles Beach Rainbow Necklace set with brilliant cut multi-gems in 18-Karat Single Mine Origin yellow gold. Equally enchanting, the Beach Rainbow Necklace has also been designed in platinum. boodles.com

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Annoushka Tennis Bracelet

Beautifully handset with amethysts, tsavorites, and colored sapphires, this elegant tennis bracelet is handcrafted in 18-Karat gold. annoushka.com

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Chopard Red Carpet Collection Earrings

A stunning 63.951 carats of rubies and diamonds adorn these show-stopping earrings. Beautifully set in titanium, the exquisite design is timeless yet bursts with color. chopard.com

Hermès Cut

A strong timepiece investment doesn’t always have to engender stratospheric original prices to hold or grow value. Especially if a new model’s first offering helps define a specific kind of watch. The watch industry has struggled to move watch design into a more unisex region, with varying degrees of success. It took the fashion house of Hermès to set a new high bar in this area. At 36mm, the new Cut line certainly plays in a universally wrist-friendly size arena. Adorned with diamonds, the feminine appeal is instantly apparent (but not overwhelming), and in unadorned metal-on-metal bracelet or rubber strap, the Cut can be either sleek and elegant, or handsome and interesting, depending on who is wearing it. hermes.com QUALITY TIME

Delightful wrist instruments that just might deliver some upside, down the road

Gérald Genta

Gentissima Oursin

For those not obsessed with watches, late designer Gérald Genta was a superhero in the industry. Before he passed in 2011, he designed some of the most iconic watches ever (Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak, Omega’s Constellation, and Patek Philippe’s Nautilus among them). His own eponymous brand is now in the loving hands of LVMH, and watch fans have been eagerly awaiting the first fruits of that relationship. Voila, the exquisite, voluptuous Gentissima Oursin, a watch first released by Genta in the 1990s but thoughtfully re-envisioned in a more gender-neutral form for today. geraldgenta.com

Portugieser Eternal Calendar

Getting into a truly serious, industry-advancing watch can yield some impressive investment potential, and IWC’s astounding take on a perpetual calendar watch is nothing but serious. Did you know that occasionally, years that should be leap years mathematically are sometimes skipped for ultimate sidereal accuracy? The next time that will happen is the year 2100. IWC’s exquisite Portugieser Eternal Calendar automatically accounts for skipped leap years until the year 3999, and its moon phase function will only need a one-day adjustment over the next 45 million years. iwc.com

Chopard

Mille Miglia Classic JX7 Arguably, no other timepiece captures the intersection of automotive style and haute horological derring-do than Chopard’s Mille Miglia. This JX7 chronograph model, debuted in the spring, is the watchmaker’s seventh collaboration with Belgian racing legend Jacky Ickx, but there are details here that just might make it the best so far (and it won’t be available forever). To add to the potential collector appeal, only 250 editions will be produced in steel, and only 50 will be created with yellow gold. The case back carries an engraving of Ickx’s fabled two-visor “owl” racing helmet. chopard.com

Redefining Business Jet Travel

The ACJ TwoTwenty WORDS AIRBUS CORPORATE JETS

Imagine stepping into an aircraft where your workspace feels just as comfortable and efficient as your office. The ACJ TwoTwenty brings this vision to life, offering a travel experience that perfectly balances business and relaxation. With an expansive cabin, best-in-class connectivity, exceptional operating costs and intercontinental range, this jet is an HQ in the skies that enhances productivity and comfort at every altitude.

Unmatched Personal Space

Boasting 786 square feet of cabin space, the ACJ TwoTwenty doubles the size of its similarly priced competitors. Its six large VIP zones are crafted for those who value time, comfort, and freedom. Whether it’s a serene bedroom with a king-sized bed for a transatlantic rest, a gourmet dining area with a chef’s galley, or a state-of-the-art boardroom for critical decisions, the ACJ TwoTwenty offers room to live and work.

Ultra-high-speed Connectivity

In today's business landscape, constant connectivity is vital. The ACJ TwoTwenty not only meets current connectivity needs but will soon offer even greater performance with the upcoming ACJ Connect Link upgrade. This enhancement will provide up to 195Mbps of bandwidth—ten times the speed of current solutions—ensuring high-speed, reliable internet access for multiple devices. It will support 4K video conferencing, high-definition streaming, and live TV, making it ideal for any business or personal needs.

Unbeatable Economics

And while its size and comfort may suggest otherwise, the aircraft comes with an impressive fiscal edge: a competitive purchase price and up to 30% lower operating costs than competitor aircraft—facts any CFO would appreciate. Moreover, as with all ACJ aircraft, it expects twice the residual value retention—a testament to its enduring appeal in an evolving market.

A Commitment to Sustainability

Airbus is committed to leading the decarbonization of the aviation sector. Through the integration of advanced materials and enhanced fuel efficiency, the ACJ TwoTwenty reduces CO₂ emissions by up to 20% compared to previous-generation aircraft. Additionally, it is capable of operating with up to a 50% blend of kerosene and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) while keeping to the technical specifications of Jet A. SAF is a biofuel that can help reduce CO2 emissions by 80% on average throughout its lifecycle.

Meeting the Needs of the Modern Executive

The ACJ TwoTwenty redefines what it means to travel for business. With unprecedented cabin space, advanced connectivity, competitive operating costs, and world-class dispatch reliability, modern executives can be where it matters, when it matters.

Turn Your Vision into a Legacy

NEW CONSTRUCTION, REFIT & REPAIR

Northrop & Johnson is proud to be affiliated with some of the world’s most innovative and award-winning yacht builders, refit yards, designers, naval architects and suppliers. Our reliable brokers are able to mediate between future owners and yards in order to help design the perfect custom yacht to suit the owner’s exact needs while maintaining a stress-free environment and seamless build experience. Northrop & Johnson brokers will help new-build owners facilitate every aspect of the new-build process from choosing the right shipyard and designer to advising on legal issues and project management. By drawing on our established relationships with the world’s industry leaders in these sectors, Northrop & Johnson can promise a flawless new-build process from inception to delivery.

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SHARING THE SKIES

One of the most significant decisions when choosing private flight solutions is which one?

WORDS DOUG GOLLAN

Principally, there are four options for flying private. You can charter on a trip-by-trip basis. You can buy access via jet cards and memberships. You can buy your own aircraft. Or, sitting somewhere between owning the entire airplane and the other choices is fractional ownership.

In essence, fractional ownership means you buy a slice of an aircraft, but the provider then guarantees you access to your aircraft type across its fleet and takes care of the flying. Most fractional programs also enable you to access their entire fleet of different aircraft types; however, that access is only sometimes guaranteed, and there can be extra fees, typically referred to as interchange fees.

Fractional operators typically have standard configurations for a specific aircraft type, which provides a consistent experience for shareowners. While fractional operators do have to go off-fleet at times to fulfill owner flights, typically, 95 percent of flights are on the operator fleet. This is appealing to those of you who have a bias for flying on aircraft operated by the provider instead of brokered aircraft.

There are a wide variety of options on the fractional ownership market. In the U.S. and Europe, PlaneSense and Jetfly offer the Pilatus PC-12 turboprop and PC-24 jet, innovative Swiss-made aircraft noted for their large cargo doors and ability to land on short and grass runways. At the other end of the spectrum, NetJets and Flexjet will allow you to own a piece of ultralong-range jets that can fly 14 hours nonstop such as the Bombardier Global 7500 or the Gulfstream G650, respectively. Between that you will find options covering the HondaJet, top-selling Embraer Phenom 300 light jet and midsize Praetor 500, and Bombardier’s super-midsize Challenger 3500, plus a host of Citation aircraft from Textron Aviation. In other words, there is no shortage of choices.

A primary benefit of fractional ownership is the ability to fly on relatively short notice (anywhere from 10 to 48 hours, and only pay for the time you are in the aircraft, not the repositioning flights) as long as you are traveling within what’s called the primary service area, a specified geographic region that varies by aircraft type. It also means you can cancel or change your flights on similar notice, giving you the flexibility you get when you own an airplane.

Unlike owning your own airplane, however, you don’t have to worry about hiring pilots, complying with regulations, obtaining landing slots in Ibiza during the summer, or sourcing a replacement aircraft when a mechanical issue occurs. Fractional providers handle the management – you pay a

monthly fee to cover those expenses – and guarantee a replacement aircraft at your original contracted price if the first aircraft can’t fulfill the flight. When you charter one-off, you get a requote and can pay much more at the last minute.

Fractional owners using their shares for business travel can also gain tax benefits. Consulting with an experienced business aviation attorney is highly recommended if it’s your first time considering fractional ownership. They can guide you on what aspects of the contracts can be negotiated and the best way to structure your acquisition.

A last aspect to consider is what happens when your contract is over. The provider repurchases your share at what is referred to as residual value. This means you won’t know the final fully loaded hourly cost until you sell your share back, typically after a five-year term. That’s because the residual value in most programs is determined by the value of that aircraft type and your specific airframe at the time. Fractional aircraft that fly 1,000 hours per year will hold a different value than a single-owner aircraft of the same vintage that was flown 200 hours per year.

Another consideration is preowned fractional programs – an increasing segment in which the pitch is that you are buying an airplane that has already been largely depreciated. Of course, that also means little value may be left when you sell.

Private Jet Card Comparisons enables subscribers to compare fractional programs against jet cards and memberships on an apples-to-apples basis, even allowing you to vary the residual value based on your own crystal ball.

Before you get too excited about fractional ownership, keep in mind that, for the most part, programs require you to buy a share that equates to 50 hours of flying per year. While you can exit early, there are penalties, so fractional ownership works best if you fly at least 50 hours per year in the type of aircraft you buy and you anticipate those flying patterns will remain similar for the next five years.

In other words, before you buy a fractional share, get expert advice and make sure you are ready for the commitment.

Doug Gollan is Editor-in-Chief of Private Jet Card Comparisons, a consumer’s guide to fractional, jet card, membership, and jet sharing program that compares over 80 providers and more than 1,000 options.

Exceptional Waterfront Living

Sage Intracoastal Residences Fort Lauderdale

Sage Intracoastal Residences Fort Lauderdale is an ideal coastal location for those seeking to enjoy unobstructed ocean and Intracoastal views year-round. Designed by award-winning interior design firm BAMO, the 44 impeccably crafted residences are in an idyllic location on the Intracoastal Waterway, granting immediate access to all of the perks of waterfront living. This ease of access is one of the many benefits of waterfront living. Residents can travel to and from the bustling downtown area and countless waterfront hotspots in mere minutes.

Residents will enjoy form and function geared toward facilitating wellness and serenity, from its views of Fort Lauderdale’s cerulean waters to the property’s light, airy ambiance. Located directly across the Intracoastal from the project’s site, the historic Bonnet House Museum & Gardens will ensure each residence has coveted unobstructed ocean views.

The property’s sleek yet timeless design elements are inspired by serene waterfront living further establishing its calming coastal aura. A neutral color palette and warm wood tones throughout the residences further reflect the surrounding

natural environment’s energy in the project, creating a tranquil and elevated atmosphere. Sage offers residents relaxing luxury living with expansive private terraces overlooking the waterfront alongside amenities including a resort-style pool and the Sage Wellness Spa.

Combining a carefully curated and chic environment, breathtaking seaside views, and resort-style amenities, Sage Intracoastal Residences takes luxury South Florida living to a new level. Those looking to experience the property for themselves are encouraged to visit the Sage Intracoastal Residences Fort Lauderdale sales gallery. There, a state-ofthe-art, meta-reality experience will guide them on a tour showcasing the sensational waterfront, individual residences, and luxury wellness amenities. Once the headsets are off, guests can walk through the gallery’s on-site full-sized and finished kitchen, as well as touch, feel, and make selections for their future homes.

For more information or to book a tour, visit sageresidencesftl.com or call +1 954-314-4612.

Yachting Life Unlimited

OWNERSHIP WITH EASE

Northrop & Johnson offers yacht management through Fairport Global. Providing a range of services focused on the operational and management side of owning a superyacht, our growing portfolio of superyacht services keeps expanding. As a full-service brokerage, we can cover every aspect of superyacht ownership to provide you with an extraordinary yachting experience.

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KEEP ON (LUXURY) TRUCKING!

Winter is fast approaching, which means exciting rough-weather ranch and ski excursions in the northern climes and maybe some luxury “glamping” and recreational boating where the sun still shines. With winter’s many challenges and specific needs, the best vehicle to tackle it all might be a truck-one loaded with beaucoup comfort, style, and luxury along with tough performance, of course.

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GMC Hummer EV Edition 1

While the full-EV SUV and truck models from Rivian (featured in past issues of Navigator) are taking the headlines lately, last year’s re-envisioning of GMC’s notorious Hummer vehicle in a full-EV pick-up form proves there is more than one game in town for heavy-duty electrification. Although there is no model-year update for 2024 and the bed on the Hummer EV might be a bit smaller than your typical full-duty truck, this sleek military-inspired monster more than makes up for all that in sheer visual badass-ness and smart battery technology (after a $2.2 billion investment from GMC). An edgy Ultium 24-module battery system powers three electric motors with optimized driving modes to extend battery life while providing commanding on-and off-road performance. And all in a fast-charge approach that will get you back on (or off) the road quickly. gmc.com

2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R

If you consider a luxury vehicle to be anything over a $70K price tag, then a loaded-up Ford F-150 pick-up might be one of the best-selling luxury vehicles in the country. The lean-and-mean F-150 Raptor R starts in the low six figures. But, however you outfit your Dearborn-built monster, you can expect some bragging rights to ride along with you. Starting with a high-output 5.2-liter supercharged overhead-cam V8 engine that generates 720 horses and 720 pound-feet of torque and ending with forged aluminum bead-lock wheels with top-of-line BF Goodrich All-Terrain rubber, this five-seater can’t be beat. ford.com

2024 Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX

Full diesel or fuel V8 power may traditionally define a high-performance truck, but this year’s new Toyota Tundra i-FORCE MAX, equipped with a twin-turbo 24-valve V6 power plant and a Dual VVT-i hybrid system, makes a strong case for smaller displacement married to electric push. The approach generates 437hp and an impressive 583 pound-feet of torque as low as 2,400rpm. Under 20 miles an hour, the i-FORCE MAX operates purely electrically, with the thrumming gasoline engine kicking in at higher speeds. While towing, the two systems work together organically, providing a strong one-two punch for the extra power needed for hauling. toyota.com

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2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Chevrolet’s top-of-line Silverado HD pick-up, with a powerful 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 engine with more horsepower (470hp) and torque (975 pound-feet) than ever and a slick Allison 10-speed transmission standard this year, certainly presents a big dose of power to match its impressive profile and presence. The list of features and options is equally impressive, but consider the latest version of Chevy’s uncanny Transparent Trailer technology, which digitally stitches together 14 camera views and automatically edits out whatever you are hauling to give you an unobstructed rear view of the road. chevrolet.com

THE VIEW

From secret coves to stylish destinations, Navigator transports you to distant shores

dock & dine

LUCIA CANNES

The talk of the summer season, Lucia Cannes opened its doors along the famous Cannes Croisette in the spring, just in time to welcome the superyacht crowd and Hollywood A-Listers to dine à la French fare.

WORDS MIRIAM CAIN

Every summer, the superyacht season kicks off with the Cannes Film Festival, attracting superyachts that continue to grace the bustling port through the peak season of July and August until early September when the Cannes Yachting Festival takes place. While visiting some of the finest yachts on display, or enjoying a cruise along the French Riviera, take some time out to discover the latest addition to the Nikki Beach Hospitality Group.

Derived from the Latin word ‘lux’, meaning all things light and bright, Lucia Cannes breathes new life into the iconic Croisette. Embracing the “La Dolce Vita” lifestyle, the new beachside establishment is extravagantly decked out in a vibrant ensemble of colors and patterns with an aptly named "Cuisine du Soleil" menu to suit. Chefs Alessandro Pizza and Yvon Mbiavanga pay homage to the culinary traditions of the region, creating seasonal dishes using a kaleidoscope of vibrant colored Mediterranean ingredients that change throughout the year along with the setting. The delectable dishes are accompanied by fine wines and skillfully crafted cocktails from the bar. The summer months have the added vibrancy of DJ sets played throughout the evening, turning the daytime, laid-back atmosphere into a lively occasion.

Lucia Cannes

Lunch 12pm – 6pm (year round)

Dinner 7:30pm – 11pm (June through August)

Bar 12pm – 12am (high season) 12pm – 6pm (rest of the year)

Beach Club

April 1 through October 15 10:30am – 6pm

Dress code

Casual chic

Reservations +33 (0)4 93 38 1747 info.cannes@luciarestaurants.com luciacannes.com

The Bahamas

One of the chief reasons The Bahamas has been written about so much as a cruising ground for superyachts is that, in many respects, it is the perfect destination for a foray into the tropics. The water can be bathtub warm and binocular clear. Safe, protected anchorages number in the dozens while long chains of barrier islands mean calm, worry-free passages, not to mention that the local populace are known for their hospitality.

Clustered in distinct groups, with a few drifting loners, The Bahamas comprises some 700 islands and cays. Where to start, quite literally, can be baffling. Just how far do you go to ensure you get the best of the islands? Fortunately, both nature and the practicalities of cruising help to narrow down your choices, leaving you with the cream of the crop in the form of the Abacos and Exumas. There are also a few more remote islands for those with an eye for adventure and the time to prolong their cruise. Most charters begin and end in Nassau, whisking you through the Exumas and often being extended a few days to encompass Harbour Island and Eleuthera.

Nassau is the main hub for international flights to The Bahamas, with fast, connecting flights to dozens of Out Islands and private charter services readily available. For those traveling by private jet, there are 20 airports of entry in The Bahamas, with FBOs dotted throughout the archipelago. With just an hour flight time from Florida, or two from New York, The Bahamas provides not just a playground for yacht vacations, but some great marinas for home berthing. The islands are home to over 30 marinas with berths for yachts over 78' (24m), including Atlantis Marina, Albany Marina, Hurricane Hole Superyacht Marina, Nassau Yacht Haven in Nassau and Paradise Island, Staniel Cay Yacht Club and Norman’s Cay Marina in the Exumas, and Walker’s Cay Marina and Baker’s Bay Golf & Ocean Club in the Abacos, to name just a few. All of these larger marinas have provisioning services, while a number have boat yards for repairs and maintenance. Added to this, the plethora of high-end resorts, with championship golf, restaurants and more, have brought The Bahamas into the mainstream, making it the go to destination for superyacht owners and charterers year-round.

A SLOWER PACE

Well Rested

Lean into the healing powers of solitude, reflection, and transformation with Navigator’s pick of properties that are embracing the quest for quietude

WORDS MIRIAM CAIN

Physical, mental, and spiritual wellness

01 SHA Wellness Clinic, Cancun, Mexico

The brand new SHA Wellness Clinic opened earlier this year, bringing the brand’s world-renowned method to the Americas. SHA’s personalized 4, 17, 14, and 21-day health programs are specifically curated to meet each individual's needs and goals to find the optimal state of complete physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. The SHA Method, which has been developed and overseen by experts, brings together the latest advances in scientific medicine and the most effective natural therapies with a focus on preventive, genetic, and anti-aging medicine. shawellness.com

A new private sanctuary

02 Grace Hotel, Santorini, Greece

A picturesque sanctuary clinging to the cliffside overlooking the Aegean Sea, Grace Hotel affords guests a front-row seat to Santorini’s sensational views. Having recently added two new Infinity Suites to the property’s 21 rooms, and two new pools, the Grace Hotel offers a tranquil retreat that has developed a reputation for discretion and intimacy. Each Infinity Suite invites guests to make Santorini their home, featuring a private entry, private dining area, and private pool. aubergeresorts.com/gracehotel

Wellness practitioners

03 Casa Alternavida, Puerto Rico

The latest travel trend is all about silence and a slower pace. Rather than an itinerary full of activities, travelers are looking for a more peaceful vacation. Nestled between the warm turquoise ocean and the vibrant El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico, Casa Alternavida is a sanctuary where 21st-century problems melt away. The lushly vegetated property is a house of transformation where wellness practitioners guide guests in practices designed to deliver deep insights that drive fundamental mindset shifts. Once the guest’s inner landscape is changed, work begins to align their outer world back home with the new inner world they have discovered at Casa Alternavida. casaalternavida.com

Embrace quietness

04 Susurros Del Corazón, Punta Mita, Mexico Embrace the trend of quietness at ONDA, the spa at Susurros Del Corazón in Punta Mita. Drawing on the Spanish word for “wave,” ONDA’s body therapies, movement classes, and immersive treatments echo the calming vibration of waves and the cleansing nature of the Pacific Ocean. Among its many offerings is the Wellness Library stocked with Theragun massagers and compression technologies to improve circulation. Guests can also request in-room IV infusions that aim to strengthen immunity. aubergeresorts.com/susurros

Embrace culture

05 Auberge du Soleil, Napa Valley, California

Resting on a Napa Valley hillside studded with olive and oak trees, the recently renovated Auberge du Soleil has been welcoming guests to enjoy its epicurean delights for over 40 years. Napa Valley’s numerous nearby wineries are the area’s star attraction, but the property is also an ideal destination for travelers seeking a peaceful escape. Embraced by a sanctuary of calm and serenity, the hotel boasts one of the most comprehensive outdoor sculpture gardens in California, allowing guests to indulge in more than 100 works by more than 60 California artists set among a grove of heritage olive and oak trees. There is also a spa with a trio of outdoor pools, while The Restaurant has more than a decade of consecutive Michelin stars to its credit.

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Ponant

Mediterranean Marvels

Discover Ponant’s ultra-luxury small ships with an exquisite selection of Mediterranean itineraries. Choose to sail aboard the elegant, three-masted, 32-passenger Le Ponant, experience the refined luxury of the 466' (142m) L’Austral, or embark on an adventure with the 430' (131m) explorerstyle Le Bougainville. Ponant’s diverse portfolio of Mediterranean voyages offers itineraries to suit every taste and preference.

So varied are the cruising grounds of the Mediterranean, they defy generalization – you simply have to visit each one to appreciate its unique appeal. Effortless charm and elegance remain ever present wherever you cruise, but the scenery extends from cobblestone streets awash with history, to grand buildings to dynamic cities, to fields filled with ancient olive trees, to palms nodding over golden sands.

Ponant itineraries are carefully curated with a French flair, anticipating your every need –relaxation on board, fun ashore, trips to places of interest, shopping and exploring the natural habitat of your destination. If you are interested in something in particular – be it culture, cuisine, art or history, for example – Ponant’s Mediterranean selection has the itinerary for you. Each voyage is a bespoke masterpiece, tailored to your passions, with stunning scenery and gastronomic excellence.

For more information on Ponant’s collection of Mediterranean cruises visit ponant.com

DREAM DESTINATIONS

How to Get There

If

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The notional bucket list. Bursting with the journeys you’ve always dreamed of – whether it’s tackling a challenge or satisfying your curiosities – your bucket list “trip of a lifetime” is waiting. Navigator takes a look at four destinations to consider right now.

The Northern Lights

Finnish Lapland

When September – March

The flight London to Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland Aircraft Cessna® Citation Latitude®

Distance 1,220 nautical miles

Flight time 2 hours 50 minutes

Passengers Up to 9 cessna.com/citation

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Your Bucket List doesn’t need to be an odyssey. Instead, it could be a single experience or moment, such as seeing the Northern Lights – a natural phenomenon that once seen will remain with you forever. Witnessing the spectacle is never guaranteed, however, the aurora borealis ebb and flow on an 11-year cycle and this year is the solar maximum, when the chances of seeing the magical phenomena are at their highest. Whether cruising through the Baltic on a yacht, taking a private jet up to a remote lodge in Finland, or heading off on a safari across Iceland, keep an eye on the sky and make a strike through that list.

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The hotel

Set within 300 hectares of private land, Octola Lodge is pure luxury in the heart of Lapland's wilderness. Accessible by car, helicopter, or snowmobile, the lodge is just 20 minutes from Rovaniemi International Airport. The new Glass Igloo Suite joins ten spacious rooms spread across two wings of the lodge. Savor Nordic cuisine, including an eight-course North Pole degustation menu; enjoy adrenaline-fueled snowmobile safaris, snow-shoeing, or reindeer herding, and relax in the lodge’s sauna and Jacuzzi, while marveling at the kaleidoscope of the northern lights. octola.com

03 Sign up for reindeer herding while staying at Octola

04 Enjoy adrenaline-fueled activities, such as snowmobile safaris, in Lapland

05 Savor local cuisine with Octola's eight-course North Pole degustation menu

06 Octola Lodge sits on 300 hectares of private land

Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Tokyo, Japan

When March – April, October – December

The flight Miami to Tokyo, Japan Aircraft Bombardier Global 6000

Distance 6,458 nautical miles

Flight time 15 hours 25 minutes

Passengers Up to 13 netjets.com

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It may be too late to see Japan’s cherry blossoms this year, but if Japan is on your destination dream list, the land of the Rising Sun has plenty to offer and is worth a visit in 2025. Its charming character blends the past and future, casting a spell on all visitors. From friendly locals to mouthwatering cuisine and iconic temples and shrines, Japan’s culture is breathtaking, equalled only by the country’s natural scenery that comes alive in the spring with the cherry blossom, and again in the fall when the leaves transform into full color. Both these periods make for a wonderful backdrop everywhere you go, but given that Japan is made up of four main islands and more than 3,000 smaller islands, where is best to visit? Toyko is a must, and is one of the best places to witness the cherry blossoms. Keep in mind, though, that cherry blossom season in Japan lasts for just a few weeks when they are in full bloom. The first sighting usually takes place in February in the southernmost parts of Japan, moving north and arriving around Tokyo and Kyoto between late March and early April. With visitor levels still below where they were pre-pandemic, visit soon to avoid the crowds.

–The hotel

Located across the street from the Imperial Palace and steps from the shopping capital of Ginza, the Peninsula Tokyo is a well-appointed base from which to explore Tokyo’s many offerings. Members traveling to Tokyo can immerse themselves in Exclusive Resorts’ two luxury suites while exploring the iconic city. exclusiveresorts.com

Wildlife Encounters in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya

When June – October

The flight Farnborough, England to Nairobi Aircraft Bombardier Global 6000

Distance 3,694 nautical miles

Flight time 8 hours 4 minutes

Passengers Up to 13 netjets.com

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The first safari is one of those long-anticipated moments. Frequently lauded as the ideal first-time safari destination and home to the Big Five, Kenya is the undisputed wildlife capital of the world. If seeing elephants, rhinos, and prides of lions in their natural habitat is on your bucket list, a game drive through Tsavo and Masai Mara, two of the country’s legendary National Parks, is a must. Learn about local conservation efforts that help protect the wildlife, or even join anti-poaching units on patrol. Support local communities, visit a Maasai village and even enroll in Maasai Warrior School and master the skills of archery and spear throwing. Once the Big Five have been ticked off, delight in the smaller details and travel by foot, horseback, or mountain bike, returning to the luxury comforts of your lodge or camp for a night of stargazing beneath the wide-open skies.

–The hotel

As the only safari lodge in the famed Mara Triangle, the Mara Serena Safari Lodge sits in the Masai Mara National Reserve. Book the Mara Suite for uninterrupted views of the Mara River. serenahotels.com

16 Discover the beaches on Bartolomé Island, Galápagos

Once-in-a-Lifetime Galápagos Cruise

Galápagos, Ecuador

When Year round

The flight Teterboro, New York to Quito

Aircraft Bombardier Global 5500

Distance 2,471 nautical miles

Flight time 5 hours 31 minutes

Passengers Up to 13

The flight Quito to San Cristóbal

Aircraft Bombardier Global 6000

Distance 589 nautical miles

Flight time 1 hours 24 minutes

Passengers Up to 13 netjets.com

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If giant tortoise and blue-footed boobies are on your bucket list, the incredible and diverse plant and animal species make the Galápagos Islands another must for nature lovers. The stunning archipelago off the coast of Ecuador is best explored by yacht, so you can take in as many breathtaking landscapes and animals as possible during your trip. Unknown to the world until the 16th century and untouched by humans, the islands’ flora and fauna and surrounding marine life thrived by evolving into unique species unlike anywhere else in the world. Beyond these otherworldly species are beautiful beaches, surrounding waters inviting out-of-this world scuba diving and snorkeling that make the Galápagos a once-in-a-lifetime cruising ground.

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The yacht

The 164’1” (50m) AQUA MARE is available to charter in the Galápagos for prices from $238,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 16 guests with 16 crewmembers for the ultimate five-star service. Among the crewmembers are two naturalists to ensure guests realize their explorative dreams.

17 The underwater world in the Galápagos is like nowehere else on Earth

18 Fly into Quito and on to San Cristóbal aboard the Bombardier fleet

19 The 164'1" (50m) AQUA MARE has two naturalists among its crewmembers

GROUP THERAPY

CRUISING GUIDE

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There are few forays as fun as chartering a yacht and filling it with family of different generations experiencing unforgettable activities together. Across the pond the latest term for this fast-growing trend is “3G” (ThreeGenerational) vacations, but here we have christened it “togethering”. These are tailor-made charters to suit the whole family with a perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and culture. Northrop & Johnson’s experts give their recommendations on their favorite multi-generation cruising grounds and the yachts on which to explore them this winter.

British Virgin Islands

Castaway Caribbean

A luxury yacht charter in the British Virgin Islands works well because of the excellent range of activities to suit all. Legend has it that Robert Louis Stevenson used Norman Island as the setting for his classic seafaring novel, Treasure Island, which seems likely, given that many real pirates, including the infamous Blackbeard himself, used the islands, rocks, and cays that make up the BVIs as a hideout. Following the trade winds, the buccaneers would find a calm anchorage and hide in the lush hillsides. Today the trade winds bring a different type of seafarer to discover a treasure trove of dive sites. From shallow reefs to shipwrecks, there is something to suit all levels. At Salt Island, your diminutive Jacques Cousteau will find the RMS Rhone a spectacular wreck dive, while the underwater landscape of the Alice In Wonderland coral reef is perfect for novice and intermediate divers.

You must try… The archipelago’s trademark Painkiller cocktail.

Children will love… Piratethemed treasure hunts on the original Treasure Island.

Everyone will enjoy… The short passages between islands.

The Yachts… SEALION

With a fantastic track record for successful family charters, SEALION is a fabulous playground for all ages. Not only does she have a great array of watersports equipment, the split-level sundeck spans nearly half the yacht’s length, providing ample space for the entire family to relax and spend quality time together, perhaps in the oversized 12-person Jacuzzi.

The 203’5” (62m) SEALION is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $480,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

LADY KATHRYN V Alternatively, the equally popular LADY KATHRYN V is perfect for multigenerational charters. Her dynamic and flexible layout includes a VIP suite on the bridge deck, master on the main, and four double cabins at the waterline. The master suite is the pinnacle of luxury living with a private sea terrace, master salon, and separate office, allowing for privacy when required.

The 200’ (61m) LADY KATHRYN V is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $450,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

01 LADY KATHRYN V is ideal for multi-generational charters

02 Virgin Gorda is one of the BVI's most popular destinations

03 The wreck of the RMS Rhone offers a spectacular dive experience

04 The 203'5" (62m) SEALION is a fabulous playground

The Grenadines

The perfect scene

The Grenadines are one of the all-time favorite cruising grounds, thanks in no small part to the choice of islands that appeal to all generations. The older family members will love soaking up the chic island of Mustique, while the more restless members of the group can enjoy the Tobago Cays, where the calm waters protected by the horseshoe reef are perfect for snorkeling and diving. With 32 islands and cays, there is a wide range of activities to suit all, from swimming, fishing, diving, and exploring the islands on foot, to simply doing nothing at all.

The Yachts… IMPROMPTU

Discover the tranquil shores of the Grenadines in luxury and comfort aboard the 164’1” (50m) IMPROMPTU. Her toy chest is designed for guests of all ages. For thrill-seekers, experience the exhilaration of IMPROMPTU’s two 3-Person Yamaha VX Cruiser waverunners, complete with built-in Bluetooth sound systems. Alternatively, try the SeaBobs or the superfast Lift Electric Hydrofoils. For those seeking relaxation, unwind in the safety and comfort of jellyfish net loungers at the floating beach club. And for added fun, there's even a water slide. IMPROMPTU is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $275,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

SEA OWL*

Another superb yacht cruising the Grenadines is the 203’5” (62m) SEA OWL. Her flexible accommodation includes two cabins on the lower deck that are perfect for children or grandchildren

as they can be combined into a spacious bunk room. A large master stateroom and three VIP suites, each with their own distinctive theme, invite guests to join the fantasy, from masquerade balls to pirate adventures. An extra cabin is available for nannies, additional staff, family, or friends, while the bridge deck classroom features a hidden Murphy bed for extra versatility. She also boasts an elevator that serves all her decks. SEA OWL is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $460,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

Hurricane Beryl

At the time of going to press, recovery efforts on the islands after Hurricane Beryl are still ongoing. However, the islands are very keen to welcome back tourists and all of the main resorts and beaches are open for business. There are several ways guests can contribute to the rebuilding of the islands through contributions, speak to your broker for more details.

05 The 203'5" (62m) SEA OWL has a flexible layout for families

06 Cruise the Grenadines aboard the 164'1" (50m) IMPROMPTU

07 Step ashore and explore beaches and jungle-like interiors

08 The Tobago Cays offer some of the best diving in the Caribbean

The Bahamas

Vibrant cruising grounds

The Bahamas deserve their moment in the ultimate-luxury cruising ground spotlight thanks to their plethora of fun, family-friendly activities. From crystal clear waters for snorkeling, to coral walls for diving, and hundreds of islands (700plus) for kayaking, they offer the waterborne a wealth of choice. They are also renowned for their deep-sea fishing, while white sand beaches and nature reserves entice charterers ashore. What is best, though, is their close proximity to each other, making them ideal for charters with younger children.

The Yachts… COFINA*

Space is arguably the most coveted luxury aboard a yacht, and in this regard, the 132’7” (40.42m) COFINA provides the perfect base for a multigenerational charter. She offers six staterooms for up to 12 guests – more than most yachts in her size range – with a variety of easily converted cabins for children and nannies. Her toy collection includes a 37’ Grady White with triple 425hp Yamaha outboards that is fully rigged for fishing. COFINA* is available to charter in The Bahamas for prices from $145,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

TCB

The experienced and well-regarded crew aboard TCB includes the charter savvy Captain Scott Gaffga. With his in-depth experience and knowledge of The Bahamas, charter guests are treated to the best anchorages in The Exumas. This comes in useful when looking for a quiet spot to use TCB’s impressive array of toys, which include children’s water skis with a full docking system. The 164’ (50m) TCB is available to charter in The Bahamas for prices from $215,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 11 guests.

09 TCB's Captain Scott Gaffga knows the best anchorages in The Bahamas 10 Swim and snorkel in Shroud Cay 11 Enjoy the toy box aboard COFINA

Costa Rica

DIscover the Rich Coast

Costa Rica is the spiritual home of adrenalininducing activities and amazing wildlife, making it a sure winner for an unforgettable vacation. With some of the most biodiverse waters on the planet and a pristine coastline, Costa Rica will keep all ages entertained. Some members of the family can head to the reggae beach bars, while others can raft through white water rapids or zipline over the jungle. If this all sounds too much, a gentle hike and a dip beneath the waterfall pools will appeal to all the family.

The Yacht…

EL REY

Absorb the magical scenery of Costa Rica aboard the 116’ (35.36m) EL REY. The converted exploration yacht offers expertly curated itineraries that encompass everything the Rich Coast has to offer. From scuba diving with eagle rays and whitetip sharks with EL REY’s SCUBA diving gear (rendezvous diving only),

to fishing with her full complement of fishing gear, she is optimally designed and set up to accommodate adventures in various exotic locations. EL REY is available to charter in Costa Rica for prices from $85,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 10 guests. * Not for

12 The 116' (35.36m) EL REY offers expertly curated itineraries 13 Discover Cabuyal Beach on the Papagayo Peninsula 14 Head inland for a white water rapid adventure 15 Zipline over the jungle-clad interiors

The Leeward Islands

Chic and glamorous cruising

With their beautiful coastlines and great selection of yachts, the Leeward Islands are a firm favorite for a 3G vacation. From exploring the islands’ maritime history with many manmade sites from the colonial days with the grandparents, to discovering dramatic scenery, fantastic beaches, and catching up with friendly locals, there’s something to please everyone here. Chill out on a deserted beach or on deck while the more active members of the family (whatever generation this may be) can snorkel and swim. The waters are teaming with exotic fish and colorful coral, while the beach bars make for a fun evening ashore.

The Yachts… LA BLANCA*

With copious deck spaces and an inviting interior, LA BLANCA is the perfect viewing platform from which to witness the Caribbean. Providing an experience akin to that of a guest at a seven-star hotel that just happens to be at sea, her style is elegant and sumptuous. For family vacations, her expansive sundeck is undoubtedly her most striking stand-out feature, with its 15-seater Jacuzzi complete with swim-up bar. The 196’ (59m) LA BLANCA is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $395,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

OPTIMISM

The recently delivered 121' 8" (37.08m) OPTIMISM boasts tremendous volume compared to most yachts in her size range, hosting six staterooms. Her large windows give the feel of a larger yacht. The beach club is undoubtedly the highlight, offering easy access to water activities and a large swim platform for assembling water toys. Those who aren’t keen on participating can watch the action unfold from afar. OPTIMISM is available to charter in the Caribbean for prices from $180,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

16 Grace Bay is just one of 365 beaches to discover on Antigua

17 The 196' (59m) LA BLANCA is a fun yacht for all the family

18 Step ashore to explore Antigua's maritime history

19 The 121'8" (37.08m) OPTIMISM is new to the Caribbean

With so many sights, neighborhoods, restaurants, theaters, shops, and museums, it’s difficult to get bored in Manhattan. From Matisse at MoMA to the storied department stores of Fifth Avenue, this is the best of its world-leading scene.

NEW YORK

TERRA FIRMA

Contenders come and go, but New York is hard to top as one of the world’s most inspiring city breaks. Navigator pounds the streets to bring you the very best of what to do, where to eat, party, and sleep in the city that could fill a hundred city breaks.

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Do…

The city is at its most magical at dawn. When the streets are empty, steam billows from the sidewalks and, as the sun rises, the skyline lights up. Head to Central Park, the High Line (a railway viaductturned-park in Chelsea), or the Brooklyn Bridge for the best spots to enjoy the sunrise.

Times Square is a neon-lit tourist trap, but it is also home to a number of attractions including the NFL Experience – an interactive setting to immerse yourself in the sport. New York is a city full of legendary sports teams. The Knicks play at Madison Square Garden, while a ballgame at Yankee Stadium is a quintessential American experience. Late summer also sees the U.S. Open tennis at Flushing Meadows.

Madison Square Garden is also a must-play venue for the world’s biggest music acts, while Radio City Music Hall is the location where many acts aspire to play, and you can catch up-and-coming talent along with some of the world’s greatest performers. The Theater District is the place to catch a Broadway show, including perennial crowd pleasers the likes of Hamilton and Chicago.

If art is more your thing, “Museum Mile” runs along the Upper East Side of Fifth Avenue and includes world-class institutions, including The Met, the Guggenheim, and The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). On the opposite side of Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History spreads across four city blocks and hosts the T. rex skeleton.

The Manhattan skyline is the most recognizable in the world. Enjoy city views from one of the iconic observation decks – The Empire State Building, Top of the Rock (Rockefeller Center), the Chrysler Building, or One World Trade Center. Finish off the iconic sites with a ferry trip to the Statue of Liberty

02 Take a walk across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge 03 Relax, run, cycle, or walk in Central Park

04 Don't miss The Knicks at Madison Square Garden 05 The Guggenheim Museum, one of the many along Museum Mile

Shop…

Shopping in Manhattan is as exciting as ever. Whatever your style, there are vintage gems, such as the Seven Wonders Collective; special clothing boutiques, including native New Yorker Ulla Johnson’s flagship store; and the greats of Fifth Avenue – Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, and, of course, Tiffany & Co. On Manhattan’s west side, Hudson Yards has established itself as the city’s mega-mall, while the coolest boutiques congregate around the upscale Bowery neighborhood.

Eclectic touches adorn

Sleep…

Hotel trends sweep over Manhattan in waves. When Ian Schrager (of Studio 54 fame) pioneered the concept of the boutique hotel, he turned hotels into more than just a place to rest your head, transforming entire Manhattan neighborhoods in a departure beyond the usual Central Park and Fifth Avenue grand dames. Venturing downtown to the cobblestoned lower Manhattan quarter of Tribeca and the Financial District, the recently opened Warren Street Hotel is the third New York property by the Firmdale group. In keeping with the surrounding vibrant and creative Tribeca neighborhood, the property is infused with designer (and proprietor) Kit Kemp’s contemporary and funloving style. Eclectic touches are everywhere; there is an extensive collection of specially commissioned art, including a 21’ bronze and plaster light sculpture dangling above the bar, while custom-made furniture and upholstery throughout the communal guest areas, and in each of the individually designed 69 bedrooms and suites, pays homage to the area’s history as a 19th-century textiles hub. A number of suites feature landscaped terraces and gardens, while others have views over the skyline and One World Trade Center.

Eat & Drink…

From bagels and French-style bistros to the latest cutting-edge cuisine, New York does both street food and fine-dining in style. You could go all out and opt for the 18-course tasting menu at the two Michelinstarred Atera. Here Executive Chef Ronny Emborg uses seasonal ingredients to create an immersive sensory dining experience. Staying close to home, the all-day brasserie Warren Street Bar & Restaurant has a seasonal menu serving American classics, while the bar is the perfect place to perch for a pretheater drink. The surrounding Tribeca neighborhood is home to a slew of restaurants and bars, including The Odeon, a storied institution where it is rumored the cosmopolitan was invented, while Pastis in the Meatpacking District by the same owner offers a similar chic vibe. During the summer, the World Trade Center has a huge food market, Smorgasburg, while the Meatpacking District’s Chelsea Market has a 30-strong crowd of food vendors. And finally, for New York’s famous bagels, head to Leon’s Bagels in Greenwich Village for an iconic taste of this vibrant city.

09 Leon's Bagels are the best in town

10 The Odeon is a storied institution in the Tribeca neighborhood

11 For a 30-strong crowd of food vendors, head to Chelsea Market

12 Pastis in the Meatpacking District has a chic vibe

SCOPE

Cannes Yachting Festival

Launching the boat-show season in style, the Cannes Yachting Festival kicks off in September and this year promises to be one of the busiest since the show’s inception in 1977. Attended by a host of industry professionals and keen yachting enthusiasts, as well as existing and new buyers, the show expects to welcome over 600 yachts on display. A number of the finest vessels will be making their world debut both within the show and at anchor in the beautiful surroundings of the Old Port (Vieux Port) and Port Canto, making this the largest in-water show in Europe.

The Old Port showcases the largest yachts in the show, while the sailing yacht area and brokerage can be found in Port Canto.

Northrop & Johnson’s finest offerings include the 108’ (33m) L’INSTANT IV, the 126’ (38.5m) BLUEMAR II, the 121’1” (36.93m) BLUE ANGEL (pictured), the 100’ (30.7m) ZEEMAR, and the 82’ (25.82m) ROSE OF KINGSTON II. Representatives from Northrop & Johnson’s brokerage and charter teams will be on hand to discuss market trends and guide clients through the show, while an array of exclusive social activities, hosted by Northrop & Johnson, will take place throughout the week.

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Monaco Yacht Show

Set in Monaco from the 25 – 28 of September, the 33rd Monaco Yacht Show (MYS) is expected to be a flurry of excitement as yachting enthusiasts from around the world pitch up to view superyachts berthed in the prestigious Port Hercules. Every year the show welcomes over 30,000 visitors and showcases some of the most exclusive and luxurious yachts for both sale and charter. Throughout the week, Northrop & Johnson will have a significant presence with the brand new 154’2” (47m) SERENISSIMA I on show for the first time, and the 121’ (36.93m) BLUE ANGEL on display. Strategic partners and sponsors, including Perennials and Sutherland, will be on hand to discuss their offerings, hosting a superb social calendar with Northrop & Johnson, including the annual yacht party and Captains’ Evening.

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Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Late fall sees the crowds flock to the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The event has become the largest boat show in the world, and Northrop & Johnson are at the center of the action with several iconic yachts on display, along with two private and luxurious locations – the Show Lounge, featuring furniture from Verge Yacht Design; and the Private Estate. At both of these locations, Northrop & Johnson clients will be treated to VIP hospitality with a range of exceptional amenities, including a valet service to and from the estate and show with strategic partners, and a tender service. Northrop & Johnson’s preferred partners will also join brokers and yachting experts to play host and entertain throughout the show, with captain and client evenings and various exclusive events.

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STARFIRE

Builder Benetti

Length 177’ (54m)

Year 1997/2023

Asking price $15,490,000

USP Originally owned by one of Benetti’s investors, STARFIRE debuted in 1997. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, her interior features art deco elements, complemented by durable exteriors.

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SALES & CHARTER

Fantastic new purchase and charter opportunities curated by Northrop & Johnson experts

Italian Builds

A selection of excellent opportunities to purchase yachts from leading Italian yards

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SEABREEZE *

Builder Benetti

Length 175’2” (53.4m)

Year 1984/2022

Asking price €7,950,000

USP This pedigreed Benetti has been carefully maintained and upgraded since her launch. Three complete overhauls, including lengthening, leave her in perfect condition.

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LIBERTY

Builder ISA

Length 164’ (49.99m)

Year 2011/2021

Asking price €16,900,000

USP Featuring expansive volume, six guest cabins, luxurious amenities, and a cruising range in excess of 4,000 nautical miles, LIBERTY is designed specifically with charter in mind.

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BALISTA *

Builder Cantieri di Pisa

Length 153’ (46.6m)

Year 2013/2022

Asking price $13,950,000

USP BALISTA showcases luxurious amenities and features vast outdoor living spaces for the ultimate La Dolce Vita lifestyle.

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SKYLER *

Builder Benetti

Length 140’ (42.7m)

Year 2019

Asking price $19,985,000

USP A pedigree Benetti Crystal model, SKYLER combines an ultra-modern aesthetic while staying true to her classic Benetti craftsmanship.

* Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

06 WABASH *

Builder Benetti

Length 132’ (40.23m)

Year 2018/2020

Asking price $16,950,000

USP A superb example of an exceptional level of a Benetti Classic Supreme, WABASH is a comfortable, quiet long-range cruiser.

07 INSPIRATION *

Builder Benetti

Length 125’ (38.1m)

Year 2017

Asking price $14,950,000

USP A member of the highly successful Benetti Fast 125 series, INSPIRATION provides an exceptional level of performance and is beautifully designed – both inside and out.

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EXINITY *

Builder Benetti

Length 125’ (38.1m)

Year 2021

Asking price €16,750,000

USP Hull 11 and the last of the Benetti Fast 125 series, EXINITY offers an exciting opportunity to purchase a meticulously maintained tri-deck superyacht with one private owner since new.

09 BLUE ANGEL *

Builder Sanlorenzo

Length 121’1” (36.93m)

Year 2021

Asking price €12,500,000

USP A fine example of the Sanlorenzo SL 120 Asymmetric series, BLUE ANGEL epitomizes Italian craftsmanship and innovative design.

10 SAFAD

Builder Benetti

Length 121’ (36.9m)

Year 2015

Asking price €9,950,000 USP Impeccable design combining sleek lines with large panoramic windows, SAFAD is a true work of art that stands as a testament to Benetti’s commitment to excellence.

11 BUNTY

Builder Benetti

Length 120’ (36.6m)

Year 2009

Asking price €6,750,000

USP A timeless and elegant tri-deck motor yacht, BUNTY is one of the finest Benetti 120s available to purchase. Meticulously maintained, she guarantees an exceptional cruising experience for a new owner.

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L’INSTANT IV *

Builder Costruzioni Navali Tigullio Castagnola

Length 108’4” (33m)

Year 2009

Asking price €5,900,000

USP A masterpiece of maritime engineering and luxury yachting, ready for immediate adventure.

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80 VELOCE

Builder Cantieri di Pisa

Length 83’62’’ (25.49m)

Year 2024

Asking price €7,200,000

USP Powered by triple engines, this superfast, meticulously crafted yacht delivers the ultimate yachting lifestyle. Class A surveyed by RINA.

* Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

Super Sailing Yachts

Super sailors for sailing yacht fanatics

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SIMENA *

Builder Ares Yachts

Length 203’4” (62m)

Year 2025

Asking price

€45,900,000

USP Due for launch in spring 2025, the luxury performance cruising ketch SIMENA represents the pinnacle of modern yacht design, blending with traditional sailing elements. Semicustomizable for her new owner.

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DOÑA FRANCISCA *

Builder Astillero Buquebus

Length 172’ (52.43m)

Year 2014

Asking price $19,900,000

USP A modern day symbol of craftsmanship and engineering, DOÑA FRANCISCA is a fusion of classic design and modern functionality. Recently refit, this schooner was inspired by the classical style of 1900s sailing boats.

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CAKIRYILDIZ *

Builder East Yachting

Length 135’1” (41m)

Year 2013

Asking price €3,500,000

USP With her distinguished laminated mahogany hull, classical ketch gullet lines, and the powerful duo of her Caterpillar 600hp engines, CAKIRYILDIZ is a favorite sighting on the Mediterranean sailing yacht scene.

17 NAEMA *

Builder Graafship

Length 132’1” (40.5m)

Year 2006/2015

Asking price €5,950,000

USP Classic to all appearances, this Classic Topsail Schooner features authentic Sitka Spruce spars and schooner rigging complemented with modern sail handling systems and electric winches.

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STRANGERS IN THE NIGHT

Builder Cek-Lift

Length 123’ (37.5m)

Year 2004

Asking price €1,595,000

USP This Mediterranean cruiser boasts a steel hull combined with a timeless teak superstructure, ensuring both durability and elegance. She has been further enhanced with significant upgrades, including aluminum masts and rigging, for increased sailing performance.

19 BILLY BUDD

Builder Royal Huisman

Length 112’5” (34.25m)

Year 1994/2022

Asking price €1,995,000

USP An exceptional highperformance world-cruising contemporary sloop with a fine pedigree, BILLY BUDD has a notable regatta history and 14 years of current family ownership.

20 FIDELITAS *

Builder Jongert

Length 110’5” (33.66m)

Year 1993/2015

Asking price €2,950,000

USP Number two of three of the Passe Partout series built at the renowned Jongert shipyard, FIDELITAS is a proven world cruiser with a fine reputation that has been well maintained since new.

* Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

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HERMITAGE *

Builder C.A. Morse Shipyard

Length 101’9” (31m)

Year 1929/2024

Asking price $3,900,000

USP Steeped in maritime history and lovingly restored to her former glory, HERMITAGE stands as a testament to the golden age of sailing. Classic racing ready, she boasts carbon fiber masts and booms, and new rigging and winches.

22

INFINITI 105

Builder McConaghy Boats

Length 105’ (32m)

Year 2026

Asking price €15,950,000 USP A step-change in performance and comfort to the sailing yacht world, the INFINITI 105 is easy to sail, significantly faster than any comparable yacht and extremely comfortable when under sail.

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WEATHER BIRD *

Builder Chantier Navals de Normandie

Length 101’8” (31m)

Year 1931/2021

Asking price €2,590,000

USP A classic French two-masted schooner with exceptional pedigree, WEATHER BIRD has been graced by notable guests, including Cole Porter, Louis Armstrong, Coco Chanel, Picasso, and Hemingway... to name just a few.

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LA JOIE DE MER

Builder Jongert

Length 95’2” (29m)

Year 2005/2023

Asking price $2,690,000

USP Standing as a testament to nautical prowess and refined comfort, LA JOIE DE MER, or Joy of the Sea, combines Jongert’s robust construction with lively sailing performance and modern amenities. U.S. Duty Paid.

CELESTE NOREEN *

Builder Sunseeker

Length 88’6” (26.38m)

Year 2022

Asking price €5,750,000

USP A 2023 Sunseeker 88, CELESTE NOREEN features impressive exterior lines. Perfect for cruising the Mediterranean, she offers large exterior deck spaces, including a beach club.

Hot Deals

Outstanding deals on a selection of outstanding new yachts

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SERENISSIMA I

Builder Mengi Yay

Length 154’2” (47m)

Year 2024

Asking price €35,800,000 USP Bespoke tri-deck motor yacht boasting a robust steel hull, SERENISSIMA I boasts naval architecture by Van Oossanen and design studio Nuvolari Lenard. This is the perfect opportunity to own a brand-new yacht without the wait.

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NB 202

Builder Sarp Yachts

Length 85’3” (26m)

Year 2023

Asking price €5,750,000

USP Offering a blend of cutting-edge design and advanced technology, Sarp’s XSR 85 features a hull design by Van Oossanen Naval Architects based on the patented Fast Displacement Hull Form for maximum efficiency, superior performance and comfort.

With multiple decks, including a spacious sundeck and oversized Jacuzzi, along with a beach club for easy access to her extensive collection of water toys, the 137’2” (41.8m) PALOMA is a welcome addition to Northrop & Johnson’s Mediterranean charter fleet.

Prices from €187,500 per week, plus expenses, for up to 11 guests.

PALOMA

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New to Charter

Northrop & Johnson welcome a host of new charter yachts to the fleet

02 LA BLANCA *

With fabulous deck space, plenty of volume for her length, and a veritable treasure trove of toys, the iconic 196’ (60m) LA BLANCA is the ideal choice for an unforgettable family charter in the Caribbean this winter.

Prices from $395,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

03 OPTIMISM

Featuring fabulous dining options, an expansive beach club, and six spacious guest staterooms, the 121’8” (37.08m) Gulf Craft OPTIMISM offers an incredible charter experience this winter season in the Caribbean and The Bahamas.

Prices from $180,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to 12 guests.

04 CARPE DIEM

The 104’1” (32m) CARPE DIEM offers a voluminous design that plays host to fun-filled and adventurous charters. She features an exhilarating 43’ Midnight Express tender – perfect for exploring the shallow waters of The Bahamas this winter season.

Prices from $95,000 per week, plus expenses, for up to nine guests.

TRANSACTIONS

Sales Listings

01 SIMENA 203’4” (62m) Ares Sean McCarter

SERENISSIMA I 154’2” (47m) Mengi Yay Ed Dickinson

02 IONIAN PRINCESS 150’ (45.72m) Christensen Sean Doyle & Wes Sanford

LEIGHT STAR 143’ (44m) Palatka Shipbuilding Chad Pordes

LE PIETRE 127’ (39m) ADA Yacht Works Ali Tanir

STRANGERS IN THE NIGHT 123’ (31.5m) Cek-Lift E. Cavendish & S. McCarter

BLUE ANGEL 121’ (36.93m) Sanlorenzo Gabriele Modica Ragusa

03 AMICO 114’ (35.17m) Azimut Alex Rogers

SEAQUINN 112’ (34m) Westport Alex Rogers

L’INSTANT IV 108’4” (33m) Costruzioni Navali Tigullio Castagnola C. Herve

HERMITAGE 101’9” (31m) C.A. Morse Shipyard Nellie Horvath & Bill Titus

MARISKA 90’6” (27.6m) William Fife & Sons Sean McCarter

CELESTE NOREEN 88’ (26.38m) Sunseeker Jaap Havenga

EXIT STRATEGY 85’ (25.91m) Numarine Mike Hickey & Ali Tanir

ROSE OF KINGSTON II 82’ (25.82m) Benetti Ed Dickinson

WHITE RHINO 82’ (25m) Nautor’s Swan Bill Titus

BRAVEHEART 2 82’ (25.75m) Lowland Yachts Martin Holmes

UMIKO 80’ (24.38m) Nautor’s Swan Sean McCarter

DIABLE 67’8” (20.67m) Riva Ed Dickinson & Ed Cavendish

MOJO 65’ (19.81m) Marquis Graham Rutherford

PHASE ONE 60’ (18.28m) Princess Yachts Whit Kirtland

LUCKY MARLIN 55’ 6” (16.76m) Ocean Classic Robert Petrina

PRETTI ROSE 54’11” (16.46m) Downeast 54 Custom Bill Titus & Bruce Leffers

MAKING MEMORIES II 47’ (14.32m) Azimut Whit Kirtland & Nellie Horvath

RANGER 40’8” (12.4m) Rhodes Nellie Horvath

CONSTANCE 40’ (12.19m) Jonmeri Nellie Horvath

Charter Listings

LA BLANCA 194’ (59m) Benetti

04 GLADIATOR 146’ 4” (45m) Feadship

05 PALOMA 137’2” (41.8m) Ferretti

OPTIMISM 121’ (37.08m) Gulf Craft

CARPE DIEM 104’ (32m) Azimut

QUANTUM 93’ (28.41m) Peri Yachts

Sold Yachts

06 CHASSEUR 160’ (50m) Christensen Sold by Wes Sanford

AMORE 157’ (47.85m) Christensen Sold by Kevin Merrigan & Wes Sanford

SANGHA 138’ (42m) Custom Line Sold by Ed Dickinson

PERLA BIANCA 134’ (41m) Baglietto Sold by Charles Herve

PIPE DREAM 130’ (40m) Westport Sold by Alex Rogers

LOST BOYS 116’ (35.35m) Sunseeker Sold by Sean Doyle & Richard Higgins

ELYSIAN 112’ (34.14m) Westport Sold by Wes Sanford & Sean Doyle

KENORA 107’ (32.72m) Wally Sold by Sean McCarter

ALMOST THERE 106’ (32.31m) Horizon Sold by Brian Commette

AMORES 106’(32.82m) Custom Line Sold by R. Higgins & R. Callender

07 HOPPETOSSE 100’ (30.48m) Nautor’s Swan Sold by Sean McCarter

BECOOL 98’(29.58m) Nautor’s Swan Sold by S. McCarter & R. Callender

ASPIRATION 86’ (26.23m) Nautor’s Swan Sold by J. Havenga & M. Holmes

PIRATE RADIO 80’ (24.38m) Hatteras Sold by Kristen Klein

LIVING LIFE 3 80’ (24.38m) Ferretti Sold by Wes Sanford

SCOUT 78’ (24m) Ferretti Custom Line Sold by R. Higgins & D. Kaymaz

KESTREL 76’ (23.16m) CNB Sold by Ann Avery

DOS AMIGOS 64’ (19.5m) West Bay Sold by Tom Corkett

MYSTIQUE 54’ (16.46m) Cruiser Sold by Paul Daubner

ENDLESS SUMMER 50’ (15.24m) Azimut Sold by Michael Geraghty

IMA 48’ (14.6m) Outremer Sold by Bill Titus

GG 42’ (12.9m) Azimut Sold by Carl Sputh

TROUBLE 42’ (12.8m) Tiara Sold by Johan Kritzinger

ESOTERIC 35’ (10.67m) Hinckley Sold by Nellie Horvath

LINDA GALE 35’ (10.6m) Hunt Sold by Bill Titus

SUMMER HOME 33’ (10.05m) Jeanneau Sold by Elizabeth Swain

Builder Ares Length 203’4” (62m)

Year 2025

Asking price €45,900,000

USP Ready for spring 2025, SIMENA represents the pinnacle of modern yacht design, blended with traditional sailing elements. Setting a new benchmark for performance, comfort and style, SIMENA is poised to redefine luxury sailing for years to come.

* Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

Simena

RM 65-01

Skeletonised automatic winding calibre

60-hour power reserve (±10%)

Baseplate and bridges in grade 5 titanium

Split-seconds chronograph

Function selector and rapid winding mechanism

Variable-geometry rotor

Case in 5N red gold and Carbon TPT®

A Racing Machine On The Wrist