Shogun was built in aluminum by Dutch shipyard Holland Jachtbouw as a fast cruising sloop and it was launched in 2006. Its naval architecture was made by Dixon Yacht Design and the interiors were made by by John Munford. The interior is both modern and warm, with clever use of pear and wenge woods to contrast against the light white panels and woven leather inserts. [source: All pictures are gently borrowed from yachtcharterfleet.com] A generous accommodation layout offers room for … [Read more...]
Lot 99, the Luxurious 27.87 Meter Sailing Yacht by Nautor’s Swan
Lot 99 is actually the first unit of Swan 95 line, launched in May 2017 by Nautor's Swan. It comes as an evolution from its predecessor, the Swan 90. It is lighter and faster. An efficient, high aspect ratio lifting keel offers the possibility of having a deep draft high stability with a lighter ballast bulb for racing, in combination with an efficient square top fractional rig and racing bowsprit. The traditional triangular mainsail would be less demanding to the crew and better suited for … [Read more...]
Crossbow, the Yacht Exhibiting the Perfect Balance of Modern Trends
Crossbow is the fifth unit in the SW102 miniseries and the third in the Raised Saloon version at Southern Wind. The yacht is designed by the same team that has penned many other SW models: Nauta Yacht Design for general arrangement plan and interior design, Farr Yacht Design for naval architecture, sail plan and appendages and Southern Wind’s in-house design team for detail design and systems. Crossbow is ideal for cruising, having a spacious deck, a tender garage for a 4,2 meter dinghy and a … [Read more...]
Amazing Sailing Yachts on the Market – Part Three
The amazing sailing yachts series continues with four of the yachts presented at last year's Monaco Boat Show, only the title is changed. I did change it because the show's website has removed last year's showcased yachts. I was disappointed. Instead of those stunning motor and sailing yachts, now you have an announcement saying that the new participants will start to show after September 2017 😕. No shock, of course. I shall continue with a few of them not sold already. Four Beautiful … [Read more...]
Monaco Yacht Show 2016 – A Few Astonishing Sailing Boats – Part One
Monaco Yacht Show 2016 started on September 28 and ended on October 1st. It was as astonishing as ever, and I don't want to present it again as I usually do with other yacht shows, because this was one of the most glamorous yachts reunion this year so far. Nineteen beautiful sailing yachts have been admired by the lucky visitors. The tickets were €150 per person per day, or a four days ticket with €400 per person. Brokerage Firms and Brands presenting the sailing yachts at the Monaco Yacht … [Read more...]
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