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Majority Stake in Camper & Nicholsons Selling to New Investor

Diane M. Byrne — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:31:39 +0000

The major shareholder for Camper & Nicholsons has agreed to sell controlling interest in the company. The buyer is a firm that recently revealed plans to build what it calls “affordable” yachts. Agreed-upon options may allow the buyer ultimately to acquire 98 percent of the yacht brokerage, charter, and management business. On May 28, Lai […]

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Ahoy Days Makes Same-Day Yacht Charters Possible

Diane M. Byrne — Sat, 30 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

For decades, yacht charter has almost exclusively meant per-week bookings. With day charters rising in interest, more options are coming. Ahoy Days is the newest platform, with both pricing and availability in real time for multiple international destinations. Ahoy Days is from Ahoy Club, which like many charter firms books weeklong (or longer) superyacht trips […]

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Bahamas Cruising Permit Fees Adjusted

Diane M. Byrne — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:50:23 +0000

Following widespread outcry over policy changes last summer and subsequent protocol reviews, Bahamas cruising permit fees have changed again. Principally, two new short-duration cruising permits join the previous 12-month permit. The 12-month cruising license and the anchoring license slightly differ as well. The Bahamian government revealed the new fees on April 1, adding that they […]

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Book the Ultimate Lofoten Islands Adventure Charter in Norway

Ken Kremsler — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

Norway is one of the most naturally stunning places on earth. You can experience towering mountains, deep fjords, extraordinary glaciers, and crystal-clear waters. Norway’s Lofoten Islands are especially intriguing for active souls, north of the Arctic Circle. You can enjoy a 10-day Ultimate Lofoten Islands Adventure charter for six aboard a 90-footer (27-meter), thanks to […]

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Andaman Islands Superyacht Cruising Becoming Easier

Marie Cullen — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

With remote destinations and their associated untouched natural beauty of significant interest to yacht owners and guests, the Andaman Islands are landing on more and more cruising itineraries. Heavily tourism dependent, the region has nonetheless been challenging to access due to tight visa and cruising permit restrictions. However, Andaman Islands superyacht cruising has become simpler, […]

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