Boat International US Edition

BOAT International US Edition is the leading magazine for American big boat owners. Originally launched as ShowBoats International in 1983, it has established itself as an indispensable guide for discerning, affluent buyers in the multi-billion dollar US luxury yachting market. From its base in Fort Lauderdale, the international yachting capital, BOAT International US Edition delivers the definitive inside stories on the remarkable yachts, the outstanding owners and the exceptional wealth that shapes this multibillion-dollar industry. Its readers include high-net-worth yacht owners and industry leaders. BOAT International US Edition is the must-read for achievers and aspirers, covering the breadth of the megayacht industry and the fabulous lifestyle that accompanies it.

Boat International US Edition

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CONTRIBUTORS

Eye Opener • A Greek love story

On Board • REVEALING THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND TECH

NEWS • The latest tech and toys for fun on and in the sea / the industry loses a giant / sustainability sells at Sunreef Yachts

SPOTLIGHT • NEW TO THE MARKET

TECH, TOYS AND TENDERS • CES 2025, the world’s largest technological show, has delivered its annual load of innovations in Las Vegas this past January. In electronics, at least in one case, it’s what’s missing that caught our writer’s eye. Rhodri Marsden reports

SPOTLIGHT • SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

A tribute to Paolo Vitelli (1947-2024)

New global traffic trends • Difficulties reaching the Indo-Pacific region could make for a more crowded summer in the Mediterranean this year, says Gabrielle Lazaridis

ON BOARD Edit • FISHING GEAR

Boat Life • CELEBRATING EXCEPTIONAL STYLE AND DESIGN

The Palm Beach social club • The key to the heart of the community in this South Florida town? A stay at The Colony Hotel, says Belle Rice

TOP PALM BEACH PICKS • PB insiders give us the lowdown on where to drink, dine and shop

Treasure troves • Some of the world's top jewelry boutiques have taken a shine to Palm Beach, says Kim Parker

The luxury hangout • Simon de Burton gets up to speed with the latest in supercar storage

Island time • Ruth Bloomfield gazes at the rarefied world of Palm Beach real estate

ON THE MARKET

THE AGENDA • Your inside guide to the hottest tickets around the world this month. By Belle Rice

BOAT LIFE Edit • PALM BEACH ESSENTIALS

Owners’ Club • LIVING THE DREAM ON THE WORLD’S BEST BOATS

ON BOARD WITH Spook Stream • The advertising entrepreneur from the Deep South talks art, rodeo and sailing in the South Pacific with Olivia Michel

Members' Logbook • Swimming with sharks in the Bahamas, and being chased by pigs on a Greek island - two owners tell their tales

MY LIFE IN BOATS DARREN RUDE • This Nordhavn owner tells Kate Lardy that good things come to those who wait

INNER LIFE • This highly personal Benetti is a delightful home on the water — with a relaxing and original interior by her designer/owner. Cecile Gauert gets the inside track on award-winning Kasper 7

Heading Homer • Harry Mount embarks on a classical adventure by superyacht as he sails in the wake of Odysseus, the epic hero of ancient Greek poem the Odyssey

YOUR GUIDE TO ST BARTHS BUCKET REGATTA • As the St Barths Bucket enters a new decade, Sam Fortescue look backs at the regatta’s colorful history, and Shirley Robertson divulges the rules of engagement for competitors in 2025.

Inside the Bucket • Shirley Robertson — double gold-winning Olympic sailor, veteran Bucket racer and general manager of the Super Yacht Racing Association — explains how to do the St Barths Bucket right

Rum & racing • From crew...