NAVIS Dec'21/Jan'22

The iconic, 2021 edition of the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show proved its value, particularly in light of recent challenges to events, attendance, and sales throughout its 62nd run, from October 27th through the 31st. Closing on an upbeat note, trending in the right direction, the smiles were plentiful, and the results were positive.

According to Andrew Doole, President of U. S. boat shows at Informa Markets, “The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was a resounding success, welcoming thousands of visitors and featuring more than 700 boats from both global and local manufacturers.”

One need not have been physically present to imagine the thrill of a first glimpse of Olokun as she emerged from Tankoa’s shipyard in Genoa Sestri Ponente in September of last year.

She is the third in the firm’s successful S501 all-aluminum, tri-decked series, which debuted in 2017. And, like her sisters before her -- the successful charter yacht Vertige and the award-winning hybrid diesel-electric Bintador -- she was just as impressive up-close as from a distance. Sleek, yet brooding, her hull is more than a bit imposing even without the strikingly austere metallic gray and black finishes.

At Home Cruising the Globe or On the Start Line

It is a fact that smooth seas do not make skillful sailors. Just about anyone with a little time on board can sail a boat in a light breeze. But when the wind blows hard, and the waves build large, even expert sailors prefer a responsive boat that is built to endure.

The experienced owner of the Baltic Yachts 2021 launch Path described such a vessel in his brief, asking Baltic to build him a powerful, reliable, uncomplicated, comfortable home, with a go-anywhere office. The design also needed to be easy to sail and maintain, exhibiting all the qualities of a high-performance family sailing yacht. Baltic and the team did it. And they did it beautifully, delivering a yacht that exceeded expectations, ahead of schedule.

The new Folgore yacht design from Riva could just be the most exciting combination of superior engineering, original design, and technology-led innovation seen this year. 

Inventiveness, appeal, and inspiration are just some of the words used to describe Riva 88 Folgore. In a collaboration between Officina Italiana Design and Ferretti Group’s engineering department, the design of the 26.92m superyacht incorporates materials like glass, marble, and stainless steel to create a sophisticated yet functional design that supports high-level efficiency and exceptional performance. 

Lamborghini’s Countach LPI 800-4:
The Stuff of Dreams

Turn back the calendar to 1971 and imagine you are a young driver looking over the hottest new car options. What would you have chosen to park in your garage? It could have been a Maserati Bora, a Lotus Elan Sprint, or a Ferrari 365 GTC. Perhaps you might have wanted a muscled Plymouth Hemi Cuda or a Dodge Hemi Charger. If you were really dreaming big, however, the 1971 concept Lamborghini Countach, presented at the Geneva Auto Show that year, might have convinced you to wait a few years until that insanely beautiful, truly groundbreaking design transformed from lines on a page to a full-fledged supercar.

A Uniquely Magnificent Retreat

Take a step into another realm, a palatial setting, strikingly modern, yet authentically Balinese, boasting magnificent views of the sparkling Indian Ocean and the lushly tropical gardens whose energy and aromas infuse the estate. The moment you arrive, you are greeted with a majestic experience intended to delight not only the eyes, but each of the senses.

This is the Apurva Kempinski Bali, a resort which cossets guests in serene luxury while connecting them to both the land they are visiting and its deep culture. It’s here, high on a Nusa Dua cliff, that the Apurva Kempinski Bali resort artfully cascades down to the oceanfront, reminding lovers of Indonesian heritage of the nearby ancient temples in Uluwatu or the grand palaces of Borobudur. And guests too will recall both gods and royalty as this is indeed a resort where one’s stay is guaranteed to be epic in many respects: in scale, service, hospitality, grandeur.

The Christmas season is almost upon us, and finding that quintessential gift for superyacht owners can often pose a complex challenge. For those that require exclusive gifts with just the right amount of originality, we have compiled a list of some of the best luxury items that fully complement a yachting lifestyle, and will making the perfect present. From exquisite watches and imaginative destinations to magnificent cars and quality sailing apparel, we have sourced some of the most desirable and sumptuous items that are guaranteed to please even the most discerning of souls.