Luxury yacht owners cruising off the coast of Monaco, for instance, shouldn't be as concerned about a direct threat to their security, as compared with boats sailing through other locations, he said.

Yachts have evolved far beyond the traditional luxury boats, with designs that push the limits of technology and opulence. These futuristic watercraft aren’t just about size or extravagance ...

“Normally we sail with 6 people and the crew, and here we were sometimes 12, 13, 14 people.” The 13-person expedition to Silver Banks took place aboard the 30-meter Bering 92 Papillon . [Photo ...

In these destinations, sailing charters are popular, owing themselves to a luxury experience with a historic twist, but often with modern amenities like satellite-based Wi-Fi and gourmet meals.

What started out as a single-focus project to build a performance sailing yacht under 100 feet in West Auckland, in the 'mid 1980s, turned into a successful and reputable luxury yacht builder.