Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2016 i Boat International US Edition

It’s hard to believe that this issue marks the first anniversary of our redesign. One of my favorite new additions has been the Owners’ Club. Why? Yachts are fantastic machines, but in the end, they are just that. It’s the people who inspire them that make them truly special. The yachting community is one like few others, made up of people who share an adventurous spirit and the means to travel the world. Go to almost any marina on earth and you’re likely to bump into an old friend or make a new one. Our Owners’ Club is a real community of people who share a passion for the sea. At our first Owners’ Club lunch during the Monaco Yacht Show, conversations flowed as freely as the wine. The conversation…

If only a warning sign — Girl Scouts Only — had been painted on the piece of driftwood resting on the sugary sands of the Abacos cay I explored solo, maybe I would have hesitated before leaping so confidently off the bow of our center console onto its shores. Leaps of faith, however, defined my first year of yachting. Fortunately, they were tandem jumps with my husband. We bought our first motor yacht after chartering along the Amalfi Coast for two weeks on a molto bella Benetti to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. With someone else managing the crew, maintaining the ship and ports of call like Capri, what’s not to like? At the time of the purchase, our yachting experience could be compared to a couple who, after owning…

When El Cazador, a Spanish brigantine on her way to New Orleans from Veracruz, Mexico, sank in the Gulf of Mexico in 1784, her cargo — 450,000 silver coins — seemed lost forever, a catastrophic loss that led Spain to relinquish its hold on Louisiana. In 1993, a few coins retrieved from a fisherman’s net tipped off treasure hunters. They discovered the shipwreck a mere 50 miles from the Louisiana coast. Fast forward a couple decades, and some of these coins are now available as jewels. Rachel Eshkol, a jewelry artist fond of archeology, has created unique pieces showcasing the coins, set in 18-karat gold and gems. They are available exclusively through IK Yacht Design’s showroom. From $9,000. www.ikyacht.com…

When Ben Franklin said there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes, he did not know about smart phones or live streaming. Another thing we can’t (or won’t) escape nowadays is constant connectivity. Even at sea, we have become as dependent on consistent data as potable, running water. On a yacht, a reliable stream often comes at the expense of aesthetics. That huge satellite dome towering overhead serves as a constant reminder to bow down to the master called connectivity. One of the biggest conundrums in the world of superyacht satellite communications has been how to make these essential eyesores look good as concealing these domes hasn’t been possible — until now. Kymeta, a Seattle-based startup backed by the likes of Bill Gates, is looking to reshape the…

Vicky € 62.5 million Vicky, the 238-foot flagship of Turquoise Yachts, delivered in 2012, has been listed for sale by Fraser Yachts. The yacht’s interior, designed by H2 Yacht Design, accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms, including a full-beam master suite on the bridge deck. The remaining guest cabins are forward on the main deck. Admiral E Motion 52 Hybrid €24.9 million To be built in aluminum alloy by the Italian Sea Group and featuring exterior styling by Dobroserdov Design and naval architecture by Vripack, the 169-foot Admiral E Motion 52 Hybrid motor yacht will be RINA classed and MCA compliant. Delivery is 19 months from signature of contract. She is listed for sale by Burgess. Papi Du Papi $24 million Built in steel…

The appeal of tropical concoctions often lies as much in their eye-catching allure as their potency. Trader Vic’s signature mai tai, with its hues evocative of a Hawaiian sunset, comes swiftly to mind. But for pure visual punch nothing beats a blue cocktail. Although they may vary widely in intensity and hue, these have one common ingredient: Blue Curaçao. Developed in the 19th century on the Caribbean island of Curaçao, the liqueur takes its predominant flavor from the dried peel of a citrus fruit, the laraha. This evolved from the sweet Valencia orange trees imported by Spanish explorers. Not able to thrive in the dry climate and the arid soil, the Valencia became the smaller, bitter laraha. But the peel proved to be distinctly aromatic, which led to the rise…

This winter, don’t get the blues; wear them on your nails. Favorite of fashion and beauty editors and A-list celebrities, mega-manicurist Deborah Lippmann’s line of uniquely colored nail lacquers will lift any mood. $20, DeborahLippmann.com “Mermaid’s Eyes” This shimmering cerulean has specks of glitter that catch the light and appear to float off the nail. “Across the Universe” A sheer navy base holds bright blue and green metallic holographic glitter — perfect for nights under the stars. “Xanadu” Bright turquoise shimmers with a lavender undertone to give an ethereal effect.…

From the perspective of automotive color choice, we’re living in the Fog Era. Statistics reveal that nearly 75 percent of the world’s new cars are painted black, white, silver or gray. But the overcast skies might soon clear, especially among high-end marques. “Blue is only about five percent of the luxury market right now,” says Jane Harrington-Durst, manager of color and styling for PPG, one of the world’s largest producers of automotive finishes. But her color studies have revealed a cobalt confluence. At recent auto shows, upscale brands like Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Porsche, Volvo, Maserati and Rolls-Royce have all unveiled forthcoming models and concepts in various shades of blue. “I do think it’s significant,” Harrington-Durst says of this prescient peacocking. “It’s an opportunity to get a lot of press on…

David Pasciuto and Stéphane Nazzal — the founders of Imperiali Genève — had a simple ambition when it came to their one million Swiss franc ($1,048,000) Emperador humidor: “To conceive the inconceivable, to achieve the unachievable….” The Emperador is truly an objet d’art and has as many high-tech features and gizmos as a Pershing. It is crafted from 2,675 components, 33 microprocessors, took two years to design and required more than 18,000 man hours to assemble. The Emperador, of course, has a laser-leveling cigar cutter, an electronically controlled table lighter, an ashtray with a proximity sensor that automatically opens when a cigar is approaching and, for the horologically minded, a hand-wound tourbillon that sits front and center on the Emperador’s lid. This exquisite cigar chest is available in a limited…

THERE’S A PERFECT BOAT TAKING SHAPE IN CARLO TRAGLIO’S HEAD. He never stops designing and refining, borrowing ideas and adapting layouts from boats he visits — even ones he doesn’t like. “Look at this boat next to us,” he says by way of an example. “It’s really horrible.” A very famous sailing boat down the quay, meanwhile, he labels “a disaster.” But both have some merit in the straight-talking Italian’s eyes. “They’ll have a detail that you’ll see and say, ‘This is good, this is nice.’ And it might be something you keep in your head for your next boat. It’s the same thing for jewelry — details, details, details. The sum of all those details makes the difference between a good or bad boat or a good or bad…

The ambition to become a boutique, custom yard is visible in unusual design decisions. The young yard had a distinctive aim — to have a custom product made in Italy, but with Northern European quality. It’s hard to get your bearings on a partly built yacht, picking your way over steel bones while welding torches fizz like fireworks through soon-to-be portholes. But on 227-foot Suerte the confusion stems from more than just a monotony of girders and the effort of not stepping into anything deep or pointy, or through anything frighteningly expensive. “On top, up there, we have one extra sunbathing area, very private, which is reached by elevator from the gym,” says Suerte’s build captain, Renzo Chelazzi, waving his hand toward the mast. Down on the main deck, he…

YOUR MUST-HAVES: EDWARD THOMAS, GYMCOMPANY MARINE Designing onboard gyms is a new growth business for UK-based GymCompany Marine, an international retailer of fitness equipment for commercial and recreational yachts. The company considers the yacht’s space, height and weight constraints, need for noncorrosive finishes, the inclusion of audio-visual components, electronic connections for iPods and even personalization of equipment with matched colors or logos. The newest trends, says Thomas, GymCompany Marine’s founder and director, include having Pilates Reformers, functional training equipment and personal trainers on board. So, what are discerning yacht owners outfitting their gyms with? Some of the latest equipment being ordered includes systems by Technogym; acceleration training VibroGym; multifunction, compact machines like the SlimBeam cable trainer (right) or the WaterRower that uses water as resistance. All have decorative finishes, providing…

Omar 512' Lürssen In build for Alisher Usmanov, this 512-footer has exterior styling by Espen Øino and interior design by Andrew Winch. MAR 131 492' Mariotti The rumor is the Omani royal family ordered this Mariotti; they already own 509-foot Al Said. Sailing Yacht A 469' Nobiskrug Penned by Philippe Starck for Andrey Melnichenko, she will be the world’s biggest yacht with sails. Dream Symphony 463' Dream Ship Victory There’s a Dykstra exterior and Ken Freivokh interior on this substantial sailer. 370 381' Kleven From the same Norwegian yard that built Ulysses, 370 has an interior by H2 Yacht Design. Jubilee 361' Oceanco Igor Lobanov has penned the exterior and Sam Sorgiovanni is responsible for the interior design. Solar 345' Oceanco One of three Oceancos to enter the list in…

Profession: Tour business in the Galapagos, Angermeyer Cruises I’ve owned at least a dozen boats in my life but my favorite was Mandalay. She was originally a private yacht owned by financier E.F. Hutton and built in the 1920s. I was hoping to restore her; ultimately, she went on to become a research vessel for Columbia University. My current yachts are the 216-foot barquentine Mary Anne, which is a tall ship and the 159-foot motor yacht Passion. My first boat was a boat that my father built, a little 13-footer that sits on shore as a memory. My father and his brothers were among the first settlers in the Galapagos and I still have that boat. My favorite port is Antigua. Falmouth and English Harbour are great, but most of…

Ron Reeves Ron Reeves picked up a camera when he was a kid and never put it down. Although the camera has changed, his passion for photography remains the same. He photographs still-life luxury products and his work has graced the pages of Harper’s Bazaar, InStyle, Vogue, ForbesLife and now ShowBoats International. Most unforgettable yachting experience? I was on Forbes’ Highlander with a small group of editors and advertisers. Cocktails and caviar were being served on , , a helicopter swoops on yacht. Doors open and out come Christopher Buckley and Steve Forbes. What an impressive entrance! Why turn to page 52 ? It is always an adventure shooting images for ShowBoats. I never know what subject they are going to throw my way. This time it was…

Founded by the youthful, determined and somewhat reckless Renzo Rossetti in a troubled post-war Italy, the Fratelli Rossetti brand was introduced to the world on the feet of figure skating and hockey champions. Now overseen by his sons, Diego, Dario and Luca, the brand has shifted its focus to fashion. A sporty spirit still imbues the bright hue and sleek cut of the house’s iconic yacht loafer, worn sockless, naturally. Leather Yacht loafers, $320, fratellirossetti.com…

Yachts faster Why wait when you’re only a couple of clicks and hours away from your yacht charter? With Camper & Nicholsons’ purchase of Yachtster, last-minute charterers can book crewed yachts up to 40 meters online. Stainless steel It may be cool to the touch, but stainless is hot now as accent jewelry outside and inside, as seen here on the elevator aboard Abeking & Rasmussen’s extraordinary RoMEA. Crown-of-thorns starfish Colorful but poisonous, this bad-news starfish has taken a serious bite out of the Great Barrier Reef’s corals, and scientists are now on the hunt to destroy them. Snorkel blue The hot color for spring is snorkel blue, a shade that encourages escape, say the color experts at Pantone. Here is New York fashion designer WHIT’s breezy take on the…

The most challenging thing about the latest generation of laser-cut couture stone and shell is that you can’t use too much of it. Its very uniqueness defies book-matching and, besides, such brilliance and patterning would make any space look distractingly psychedelic if over-employed. It’s best used to punctuate low-key interiors with high drama. And what is the nature of this drama? For stone slabs, it’s a story of volcanic eruptions, molten lava, cascading glaciers followed by tranquility. For shells, it’s intense parasitic attacks followed by a slow, but steady buildup of protective nacre. How ironic that these slabs now appear so peaceful, laid out on their honeycomb substrates having endured so much for so long. For these exquisite stones and shells it’s been a hard life. Until now. UNDERWATER TREASURE…

Let’s face it — basic blue, whether navy or oxford, is menswear’s default setting. Most guys look good in it as it flatters a range of skin tones and works with other staples, like white, pink, gray or tan. Classic blues are reliable — and a tad predictable. You might even say dull. Designers in the 1990s solved this by pushing the monochromatic look, whereby related shades of navy (for example) were layered in one outfit: suit, shirt, tie. Then, about 10 years ago, menswear designers gave the color wheel a sharp turn and started using blues with unusual names and more aggressive stances: cobalt, peacock, lapis, cerulean. These “new” shades of blue made some men uncomfortable — instead of functioning quietly in a guy’s wardrobe, they had the opposite…

Home décor may be heading toward sullied blues, but car interiors are looking to the infinite cerulean skies. Increased commuting times have caused luxury automakers to double down on the in-car experience, creating proliferating amenities that offer drivers and passengers unique pleasures, particularly visual ones. Innovative, color-adjustable indirect LED systems light the cabin with a soft blue glow. New high-tech LCD dashboards illuminate with a technical bluish hue. But Bentley takes the blue-iced cake with its new “Hidden Delights” option. This feature ensconces a burst of vibrant leather inside bins and compartments: a jewelry box in which the box becomes the jewel. Foremost among these colors is a Klein Blue, a vivid chromatic shade so intense, that it resembles condensed sapphire juice.…

From humble beginnings as a Roman army outpost, Florence grew into one of the world’s great cities in the Middle Ages and is famous as the birthplace of the Renaissance. An apt setting, therefore, to honour the most beautiful craft on the water. The city is no stranger to high society, having been governed by the luminous Medici family. In the 15th century, Cosimo de’ Medici’s rule over Florence saw a blossoming of creative talent, and the rise of brilliant artists, authors and architects like Donatello, Alberti and Brunelleschi. This artistic fervour only grew during his grandson’s rule, as Lorenzo il Magnifico’s reign ushered in the Italian Renaissance. While all was briefly extinguished by the puritanical rule of Savonarola, who burned Florence’s wealth in the famed “bonfire of the vanities”,…

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN SEAS The ever-changing spectacle of waves, as well as the sea’s creatures, both mythical and real, inspired Van Cleef & Arpel’s recently unveiled high-jewelry collection, “Seven Seas.” From each of the seas has sprung a treasure trove of imaginative and intricate wearable designs. In homage to the Adriatic, the “Lagune Précieuse” necklace combines more than 160 carats of aquamarines with a mosaic of sapphires and diamonds. Inspired by one of the house’s early 20th -century designs, the piece blends different cuts that evoke the rhythm of waves. Clockwise from top left: The “Nageur Noir et Blanc” clip, from the Black Sea, emulates the texture of fish scales with engraved onyx, while fins appear to flutter in alternating diamonds and black spinels. The “Fée de Mer” clip conjures…

The Queen Mary and British aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious are some of the latest portraits painted by Scott Houston McBee. McBee was born in a landlocked town in northern California but has always loved all things nautical. Now a successful marine portrait artist working in New York, he appeals to people who share his passion for detail and authenticity. “The common bond I have with my clients is a shared sense of nostalgia and romance of the sea and the lifestyle that accompanies it,” says McBee, who’s painted everything from battleships to private yachts for enthusiasts as far away as Singapore. “They are always happy to participate in sharing their collections, photos and plans when they are available.” He uses India ink, gouache and paint on large-scale archival paper to…

Jarrett Bay Boatworks North Carolina builder Jarrett Bay Boatworks welcomes this birthday with two of its largest custom sportfishers to date, 84-foot Blank Check and a 90-footer. The demands for speed and technology are increasing with size, too. The new flagship-to-be (pictured) adds carbon fiber to the more conventional cold-molded mix. Pershing Ferretti recently celebrated 30 years of Pershing, and with it a style of boating that doesn’t seem to be wavering. Fulvio De Simoni, long associated with the fast, stylish boats, recently penned the new flagship, 140 feet of pure, unaltered hull appeal. The first Pershing to be built all in aluminum, she should reach 38 knots. Winch Designs A lot has been going on in the past three decades, including diversification. The newly rebranded Winch Designs does yachts,…

The Charter Yacht Brokers Association (CYBA) recently honored a man who many credit for keeping the small island of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands high on the list of Caribbean destinations for charter (and private) yachts. If you’ve ever been there, you already know who this is: storyteller, bar owner, musician and member of the Order of the British Empire (an honor Queen Elizabeth II bestowed upon him in 2009 for his contributions to tourism and his philanthropic endeavors) Philicianno “Foxy” Callwood. Foxy’s Tamarind Bar is not much to look at, but its beach-side, barefoot location at the northeast corner of the island’s aptly named Great Harbour has attracted people from all over the world for 40 years. Foxy’s business empire has grown way beyond these coconut…

The gold thread used is designed not to set off airport security scanners. It might sound like a fashion oxymoron to have an erudite, quiet German designing for an intentionally flamboyant Italian brand, but that is exactly what’s happened at Billionaire Couture, and it’s a marriage made in heaven. Last February, Michael Ködel became Billionaire Couture’s creative director after a successful career at Ermenegildo Zegna’s couture division. Billionaire Couture, established in 2005, is the brainchild of the colorful entrepreneur Flavio Briatore, whose name is best known for his association with the high-octane world of Formula One. Briatore’s desire to have a distinctive wardrobe suited to his lifestyle has given rise to what is perhaps the most unashamedly aspirational label in the world. The name is purposefully provocative and meant to…

The coolest of colors, blue seems reliable and tranquil, no doubt due to its association with the sea and sky. Here is a roundup of men’s and women’s products destined to calm the troubled waters: Anthony’s Blue Sea Kelp Body Scrub is a deep-cleaning, exfoliating product for men that can be used on all skin types. Sea salt eliminates rough patches, while sea kelp and aloe vera nourish and soothe the skin. Nutmeg and vitamin C help tone and protect. ($28, anthony.com) From origins in a small factory in 1916, Acqua di Parma rose to become a symbol of Italian chic, with Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn among its many famous admirers. The men’s eau de toilette Blu Mediterraneo Bergamotto di Calabria is crisp and refreshing, combining Calabrian bergamot with…

Athletic Propulsion Labs (APL) turns patented technology into cool gym gear. $140, www.athleticpropulsionlabs.com One of the season’s hottest shades of blue meets one of Italy’s coolest luxury brands, Kiton. $1,693, www.kiton.it Just what you’d expect from Hermès: a classic sneaker, raised to new levels of perfection. $830, www.hermes.com Louis Leeman takes streetwear upscale — way upscale — with chic zippers, buckles and studs. $780, www.louisleeman.com For luxurious sneakers with wit and charm, Christian Louboutin is a connoisseur’s first choice. $945, www.christianlouboutin.com…

Take a gander into your watch box and what do you notice? A sea of black dials, perhaps a white dial or two and maybe, if you collect vintage, a brown- or a yellow-dialed model from the ’60s or ’70s. That said, if you’re reading this, your love of boats and everything marine must run as vast and deep as the Mariana Trench, so why not extend a love of blue waters into your wrist game? “Blue isn’t simply blue — there are many shades ranging from gentle sky blue, indigo and teal to dark midnight blue. Almost no other color comes in so many facets and shades,” says Ulrike Kranz of Glashütte Original, the purveyors of one of my favorite blue-dialed watches, the sumptuous Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date. This…

I travel light, so I rarely forget to pack what I need. The beauty of the yacht is that everything I need is on board. Currently I am reading Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek. As for music, as the executive producer for Vancouver’s top band, The Boom Booms, there is no better group to listen to! I may be a bit biased. For years upon years I been wearing one watch and one watch alone: the Rolex Oyster Perpetual. I never get tired of it and the only thing I would trade it for is a [Rolex] Yacht-Master II. I have always loved being on the ocean — whether offshore sailing or cruising remote parts of British Columbia or the world. I want to make sure all my friends,…

NAVIGO Tuscany’s largest network of yachting companies defines nautical vision Based in Tuscany and Sardinia, the Italian organisation Navigo was founded in 2007 with a straightforward objective: to face an increasingly competitive market with a business model and strategy based on synergic cooperation. To this end, Navigo has achieved the cooperation of hundreds of companies in the yacht industry. Comprising more than 400 associated companies, Navigo is currently the largest network of businesses in the yachting industry in Tuscany and one of the largest groups of its kind in Europe. Viareggio enjoys an annual production of 20 percent of the world market in superyachts over 24 meters LOA. Navigo represents various specializations in this sector as well as some of the main builders. Navigo notes that the marine sector in…

GOLDEN ODYSSEY The highest new entry in this year’s Top 101, this 404-foot Lürssen was reportedly ordered by HRH Prince Khaled bin Sultan of Saudi Arabia. The project has been wrapped under a publicity embargo, but she is believed to have a 66-foot beam, a volume of 7,600 gross tons and an ocean-crossing range. The interior is by the Paris-based Alberto Pinto studio and the exterior is by Martin Francis. This yacht replaces Prince Khaled’s previous Golden Odyssey, a 262-foot Blohm+Voss, as the flagship of his Golden Fleet, which includes the Marco Yachts-built support vessel Golden Shadow, 98-foot sportfish Golden Osprey and Golden Eye, a Cessna 280 seaplane. DETAILS • Length 404' 2" • Builder Lürssen HRH PRINCE KHALED BIN SULTAN The royal established the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation in…

You can’t miss the Eden Rock. The brick-red roofs act as a bull’s-eye for superyachts approaching St. Barths, and it has an equally vivid reputation as a classic Caribbean hangout. But that doesn’t mean nothing changes. Its clique of regulars rejoiced in the season’s hottest opening, the Christopher Columbus Suite: nearly 2,700 square feet of cliff-top cool with 360-degree views; it’s the best room in the house. Glamorous groups can rent it with the Howard Hughes Loft, Greta Garbo Suite and De Haenen Suite to create a spectacular villa. If you moor out and tender in, you’ll be able to watch your yacht from your room — the captain certainly won’t lose sight of you. edenrockhotel.com…

SEANNA This Benetti has an indoor/outdoor gym, a massage/ beauty room and seven en suite cabins. An observatory deck offers panoramic views. Visit www.burgessyachts.com. OHANA This Fitzroy sailing yacht sleeps 10 in three double and two twin cabins and has comfortable outdoor areas for relaxing. Visit www.fraseryachts.com. RHINO Enjoy the Amalfi Coast’s extraordinary scenery while lounging on this Admiral Marine’s expansive sun deck. Visit www.churchillyachts.com. LADY J This refit Palmer Johnson sleeps 12 in five staterooms. She has a games table and bar in the skylounge, and a Jacuzzi on the sun deck. Visit www.churchillyachts.com. TENACIOUS Seaplane transfers from Nassau or George Town are included in this Trident sailing yacht’s charter rate. Visit www.burgessyachts.com. THE PROGRAM This Hargrave comes with a Jacuzzi and fishing gear, and offers crew-instructed diving lessons.…

RISE ABOVE Underwater sculpture park It’s hauntingly beautiful and maybe a bit creepy, but never a waste of time. Put on your mask and fins and explore this evolving work of art in Moliniere Bay. Several artists have now contributed large-scale statues that have attracted new coral growth and marine life to the reef. COOL IT Grand Etang Escape the heat by the sea shore at Grand Etang National Park and Forest Reserve. The park draws its name from the lake that fills an old crater nearly 1,740 feet high. With a cool mist prevailing, you can hike from there to one of the island’s most beautiful waterfalls. TAKE A BITE Grenada chocolate Wanting to get away from it all, the late Mott Green moved from New York to a…

Blue holes are often gateways to huge stalactite-filled caverns and passageways. Mention the Bahamas and most people will picture sun-filled, sandy-beach-lined islands amid azure-toned water. But there’s another way to view the archipelago: think Swiss cheese. For geologically speaking, that’s exactly what the Bahamas looks like. Hundreds of thousands of years ago, the Bahamas was a huge plain made up mostly of sand dunes and swamps. The sea level rose and fell hundreds of feet at least four times since then, and over the eons the sand hardened into porous limestone. Rainwater dissolved the rock, forming a multitude of deep, bell-shaped holes and huge caverns throughout the Bahamas, some extending thousands of feet horizontally underground. During the last Ice Age more than 10,000 years ago, the sea level dropped some…