As the fresh blossom of spring yields to the warm blue of early summer, it is starting to feel like we might finally be slowly emerging from the frustrations and horrors of the past year. While things are still a long way from normal, those lockdown dreams of open air, sparkling azure water, gentle ocean breezes and the sun on our faces are starting to feel within reach once again. The idea of carpe diem – seizing the day – has never had more resonance. It is perhaps one reason for a growing boom in yacht sales as people look to embrace the sheer pleasure of being on the ocean after a torrid year. Find out why, for many superyacht owners, now is the perfect time to take the plunge – link in bio. #superyachtlife #greatescape #carpediem #lifeonyachts 
"My father worked very hard in both South-East Asia and our native Australia. We did not see him a great deal when he was working, yet when the weekends and holidays came, he’d take us all out on the water. Dad was most relaxed when sailing and it transferred to us. The time we spent at sea was somehow more concentrated than other holidays spent together on land. I can still recall the tiniest details about our sailing holidays; the firework showers which surrounded us as we celebrated Chinese New Year on a boat on Hong Kong Harbour; the sound of a squeal of a ratchet as we caught Spanish Mackerel on the Queensland coast; and the cleansing taste of Alicante Bouschet washing away a day of saltwater. Dad spent time teaching us to sail, snorkel, fish and swim and he took us to remote anchorages where we would climb the headlands in discovery mode. These were experiences more than holidays. It was a privileged life, which exposed me to a wide range of places, people and environments. I spent my teenage years and young adult energy out of the confines of urban life. We owned boats as well as chartered in Australia, Europe and Asia. Sometimes the vessels were glamorous but often the destination was more important. My father, eldest sister and her husband once cruised from the Falkland Islands to Antarctica. My sister returned determined to minimise her footprint on the earth based on what she learnt from the scientists on board. These experiences coloured many areas of our lives." Clare Wray shares her passion for sailing, passed down from generation to generation. Read more – link in bio. #superyachtlife #yachtinglifestyle #passionfortravel #seavacation 
"Being a yacht chef is the most exciting and demanding experience I could ever wish for. I always say, “I’m in it for the licks and the views!” I love the constant deadline nature of my work. So many creative and delicious discoveries are born when you’re running out of time, yet driven to present something the guests have never seen before. The guest experience on a charter yacht is epic. It’s all about creating once-in-a-lifetime moments; memories that they will talk about for years. Whether you're looking to play with jet skis and water toys, go snorkelling or fishing, or get a tan and a cocktail on the bow of the yacht, the Bahamas offers amazing spots." Thanks @chefelisaeliot from @motoryachtatlast for sharing your story and photos with us. Want to be featured? DM us and let us know what makes the superyacht lifestyle so exceptional for you. #superyachtlife #yachtcrew #yachtchef #privatechef 
Ten years ago, a search for the word ‘sustainability’ across the superyachting press would likely have picked up very few results. Today, thankfully, it would be a very different story. More than a mere buzzword, sustainability has become a hot topic, prompting real change and uniting an industry that has long been obsessed with the oceans. From brokers and shipyards to designers and owners, the superyachting world has evolved. At the top of the chain sits Water Revolution Foundation, a non-profit body created by a cross-section of leaders from right across the superyachting landscape. Its mission is simple; to drive sustainability even further throughout the industry via collaboration and innovation. “Sustainability in yachting is more than just adding some green features to a yacht,” says Robert van Tol, executive director. “Sustainability is not a competitive advantage; it is a responsibility, a minimum standard that we need to continuously improve upon collectively. It is about future-proofing the entire sector. This requires everyone’s involvement and cannot be delegated to others in the supply chain.” Read more about how the superyachting world is embracing sustainability and driving real change – link in bio. #superyachtlife #worldoceanday #greenfuture #sustainableyachting Photo: @jeffbrown.breedmedia 
"I’ve witnessed a lot of family trips on superyachts and I think they are a great thing, particularly when the kids are in the teens. You have them captive for a week, but you’re also giving them fun things to do, so they’ve got stimulation, whether it’s jet skis, beach picnics, fishing – the list goes on. Everybody wins. The kids win because they’ve got a fantastic vacation and the parents win because they get to spend super quality time with their kids." Ken Bracewell, captain of superyacht Berilda, talks about finding a job that never feels like work – link in bio. 
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef inevitably appears on most superyacht bucket list destinations. The region’s renowned diving opportunities are an obvious draw, along with the staggeringly beautiful scenery and glorious weather. Now, there’s another, more unexpected pull, for guests who are as keen to save the oceans as they are to play in them. The Great Reef Census was developed in 2019 by Cairns-based charity Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef. The project is essentially a mammoth effort to survey the reef, which has never been even close to fully monitored. Like so many places in the world, the reef is under threat and climate change is the main culprit, causing rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification and extreme weather events. The Census aims to deliver vital insights into the state of the reef and engage the community in its future via education, storytelling and action. One of the superyachts involved was Beluga, part of the Ocean Alliance fleet, which was recently crowned Yacht of the Year at the Boat International Ocean Awards 2021 in recognition of its efforts in the project. The owners gave up the yacht post charter on a leg from Cairns to Lizard Island, offering it to scientists from the Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef, who were able to complete surveys, test new equipment and pilot research and development to support the inaugural census. Read more about how superyacht charter guests are getting involved with the Great Reef Census – link in bio. #superyachtlife #greatreefcensus #greatbarierreef #traveldestinations