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How Below Deck Compares to Genuine Luxury Yacht Charter Operations
How Below Deck Compares to Genuine Luxury Yacht Charter Operations

Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is typically set at 35–40% of the base charter fee, preference sheets and pre-charter briefings are...

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February 25, 2026
How to Vet a Yacht Charter Broker: Practical Questions and Red Flags to Spot
How to Vet a Yacht Charter Broker: Practical Questions and Red Flags to Spot

Berth availability, seasonal marina surcharges, and local VAT rules directly shape itinerary feasibility and final charter cost.

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February 25, 2026
Yachts360 Launches New Orange Beach Office at The Wharf, Strengthening Gulf Coast Presence
Yachts360 Launches New Orange Beach Office at The Wharf, Strengthening Gulf Coast Presence

The Wharf at Orange Beach provides direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, placing Yachts360’s new office in a logistics...

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February 25, 2026
Raven claims Monohull Line Honours and an IRC benchmark in the RORC Transatlantic Race
Raven claims Monohull Line Honours and an IRC benchmark in the RORC Transatlantic Race

Raven’s finish created an immediate ripple through race logistics: the new IRC-corrected benchmark time requires race committees to adjust provisional...

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February 25, 2026
Elan SixtyFive unveiled — a high-performance carbon cruiser with IMOCA influence
Elan SixtyFive unveiled — a high-performance carbon cruiser with IMOCA influence

Elan will only start hull construction of the SixtyFive after securing two firm orders, targeting a production rate of approximately...

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February 25, 2026
Where to Buy a Yacht: Leading Global Markets, Brokers and Practical Tips
Where to Buy a Yacht: Leading Global Markets, Brokers and Practical Tips

Transatlantic yacht transfers typically require pre-arranged berth availability, flag-transfer documentation, temporary import permits and a marine survey aligned with both...

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February 25, 2026
How 26 North Charter and 26 North Yachts Help Owners Offset Costs Through Charter Management
How 26 North Charter and 26 North Yachts Help Owners Offset Costs Through Charter Management

Crew rotations, bunk allocations, marina berth renegotiations and commercial insurance scheduling are core operational tasks when a crewed 30–60m yacht...

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February 25, 2026
Pacific Seacraft Crealock 37 "Hero" — Upgraded Liveaboard Cutter in Harpswell, Maine
Pacific Seacraft Crealock 37 "Hero" — Upgraded Liveaboard Cutter in Harpswell, Maine

The Crealock 37 "Hero" is currently berthed in Harpswell, Maine, with an overall length of 36'11", a draft of 5'6"...

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February 25, 2026
Dufour 425 Grand Large — Practical Performance, Layout and Charter Notes
Dufour 425 Grand Large — Practical Performance, Layout and Charter Notes

With a Length Overall (LOA) of 12.90 m (42'4"), a 4.16 m beam and a displacement of 8,820 kg, the...

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February 25, 2026
A Beginner’s Practical Guide to Sportfishing: Boats, Gear, and Safety
A Beginner’s Practical Guide to Sportfishing: Boats, Gear, and Safety

Plan fuel and provisioning with a conservative margin — rule of thumb: reserve at least 30% extra fuel for unexpected...

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February 25, 2026
From Grand Banks to Beneteau: Cutting Cruising Costs by Choosing Sail
From Grand Banks to Beneteau: Cutting Cruising Costs by Choosing Sail

When fuel prices spiked and the pound weakened against the euro, annual running costs for an 11m motor yacht berthed...

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February 25, 2026
Private Yacht Charters: Logistics, Privacy and Bespoke Luxury with 212 Yachts
Private Yacht Charters: Logistics, Privacy and Bespoke Luxury with 212 Yachts

A typical private charter can cover 150–300 nautical miles per day depending on vessel type and sea state, enabling a...

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February 25, 2026