Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2018 i Boat International US Edition

Emma Bamford Emma is Boat International US Edition’s production editor. She spent three years living at sea – and has written two books about her onboard travels – but this month she experiences the Caribbean from land, staying at the historic Jamaica Inn (page 139). What’s your abiding memory of your stay at Jamaica Inn? The atmosphere is so chilled and friendly Best thing on the menu? Nachos (made from plantain and cassava) and a Red Stripe Where did you drift? To my own beachside veranda Give us some local know-how... Take a trip into the Blue Mountains to sample the coffee Tomo Brejc London-based photographer and television commercial director Tomo shoots for fashion magazines such as GQ, L’Officiel Hommes Italia, Mr Porter, L’Uomo Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. This month…

CREW CONTROL A new app helps captains keep track of crew working hours. Workrest means they don’t have to trawl through the “hours of rest” process – instead crew fill in digital time sheets, which the captain can monitor from his dashboard. CRANE BRAINS From a Pullman berth to a pool that turns into a dance floor, multitasking design makes sense. Cue the new sundeck crane from Feebe and Bernd Weel Design, which can have a bar, a DJ booth or a sunscreen built into it. CANAL CRUISES The largest cruise ships will be re-routed away from central Venice, where they disgorge throngs of tourists, pump out fumes and cause erosion. But critics say the plan to dredge a route via Marghera is unachievable within the intended four year time…

I bought my first boat with a fraternity mate while still in college. It was a 31ft double planked, cypress lugger, and she was in such bad shape the marina refused to let us keep her at the dock. After graduation, we sold her to a gentleman who used her as a duck blind. It was through sailing that I met my wife, Joyce, and it was love at first sight. It took a year to convince her to marry me but every day since has been a honeymoon. After the children were born, my wife’s confidence in sailboats dissipated, her convincing argument was “whenever we go out, we end up turning on the engine anyway.” We’ve had five boats, not including tenders, ranging in size from 25ft to the…

FLYING DAGGER €11.3 MILLION The 134ft motor yacht has been jointly listed for sale by Ocean Independence and Aquamarine. Built in aluminum by Italian yard Codecasa she is ABS classed and MCA compliant, with delivery in 2009. IRON MAN $15.75 MILLION The 125ft motor yacht has been listed for sale by Merle Wood & Associates. Built in GRP by Italian yard Benetti to RINA class she was delivered in 2015 as the first in the yard’s Vivace 125 series. She sleeps 10 guests. GRACE E €78.5 MILLION The 239ft motor yacht has been listed for sale at Fraser in Florida. Built in steel and aluminum to Lloyd’s class and MCA coded by Picchiotti, she was delivered in 2014. She sleeps up to 16 guests. CORK TRICK $1.49 MILLION The 92ft…

AIR DOG II Designed to capture sports footage, the ADII follows a wearable wristband, which doubles as an inflight controller. Optimized for GoPro 5 (sold separately), it will track the band at up to 45mph in winds up to 30 knots. $1,499, airdog.com AERIGON MK II Billed as the drone for pro filmmakers, this carbon fiber monster carries nearly 20lb of equipment. You might need a pilot and a cameraman on the controls. From $50,000, intuitiveaerial.com DJI PHANTOM 4 PRO Shoot 4K movies and hi-res photos using your smart device or the dedicated controller. It features five-sensor collision avoidance and a 45mph top speed. $1,499, dji.com DJI INSPIRE 2 A top speed of 58mph and wind resistance of up to 20 knots. Choose from a range of camera heads capable…

JANUARY 28-30, 2018 KITZBÜHEL, AUSTRIA SUPERYACHT DESIGN SYMPOSIUM This is your last chance to join design superstar Philippe Starck, along with other inspiring speakers from the yachting and luxury worlds, at the 10 year celebration of the Superyacht Design Symposium. Focusing on the New Extremes, we’ll be studying the latest yachts that are breaking the mold and discovering new cruising frontiers. Learn, meet and debate during the symposium and then relax and enjoy the social program, which includes the fabulous mountain party and the eagerly anticipated ski cup – this year to be held on the world famous Hahnenkamm slope! Buy your ticket now at superyachtdesignsymposium.com #SuperyachtDS MAY 19, 2018 FLORENCE, ITALY WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARDS Tickets are now available for the 13th edition of these remarkable awards. Join superyacht owners and…

MURPHY’S LAW $5.995 MILLION The 124ft motor yacht, listed for sale by RJC Yachts, has had a $2,000,000 price reduction. Built in GRP by Delta Marine, she was delivered in 1998 and refitted in 2006. She sleeps eight guests. TEMPEST WS €3 MILLION The 105ft motor yacht, listed for sale at World of Yachting, has had a €1,950,000 price reduction. She began life as a military vessel built by Chantier Naval de l’Esterel in 1963, but she was rebuilt in 2003. SILVER WAVE €12.9 MILLION The 150ft motor yacht, listed for sale at G-Yachts, has had a further €1,500,000 price reduction. She was built in aluminum by Palmer Johnson to Lloyd’s class and MCA compliance, with delivery in 2009. MOONBIRD €6.9 MILLION The 122ft sailing yacht, jointly listed for sale…

SHIRT This lightweight cotton-chambray shirt from Gitman Vintage can be worn by itself or as a layering piece. $165, gitmanvintage.com BRACELET Miansai founder Michael Saiger’s Miami base surely inspired this double-wrap leather bracelet with sterling silver closure. $115, miansai.com SHORTS These navy and white Ralph Lauren swim trunks double as golf shorts. The quick-drying four- way-stretch fabric goes from the deck to the links. $125, ralphlauren.com SUNGLASSES Persol has been making men around the world look effortlessly chic for a century. This blue lens and its iconic frame are the perfect way to celebrate 100 years of timeless style. $360, persol.com T-SHIRT This striped cotton T-shirt can be worn under a navy blazer for a classic look, or over a favorite pair of sporty white jeans. No wardrobe is complete…