Sydney and Gold Coast make the list
TIME lists the Top 100 places in the world for 2021, with two of Australia’s favourite cruising destinations well-known to Ocean Alliance recognised. “In many ways, our third annual list… Read More
The best superyachts Australia has to offer
Private yacht charters are on the rise. Here, we showcase the sleekest vessels in local waters. Think superyachts, think the French Riviera, where boats hosting royalty, rock stars and the… Read More
How to Tahiti
With Tahiti opening its international borders, Captain Michael Gooding reflects on vast experience cruising the region. After living and working in French Polynesia for over 15 years, the country and… Read More
Superyachts Boom At Up To $780,000 A Week
Superyacht charters are riding a high as the pandemic forces wealthy Australians to holiday at home, spending up to a cool $780,000 a week to charter super-luxury yachts like Lady E…. Read More
Up close and personal
Surrounded as we are by water, the ocean is interwoven into Australia’s national identity – an affinity that has made Australia a fixture on the international superyacht scene. Now, as… Read More
CEO CLEAN – UP
On Friday 9 May 2021, Ocean Alliance’s MD, Jo Howard joined more than 50 Sydney CEOs and business leaders who came together at Cove Beach in Manly for a beach… Read More
BELUGA for ocean conservation
The first yacht to participate in the Great Reef Census, Beluga hosted five volunteers on board for a 200km passage from Lizard Island to Port Douglas. M/Y Beluga winner for… Read More
Superyachts Approved to Enter Australia from New Zealand Without Quarantine
With the Trans-Tasman bubble operating between New Zealand and Australia via air travel, exemptions to quarantine requirements are also available to superyachts and crew to enter both New South Wales… Read More
Research rewarded
The award is recognition for Beluga‘s owner and her crew’s efforts to survey and protect the marine ecosystem as part of the Great Reef Census. Beluga was entered by charter management company… Read More
BELUGA finalist at the Ocean Awards Yacht of the Year
In November 2020, Ocean Alliance and the Owners of the Moonen-built yacht BELUGA, hosted expert scientists on board as part of a key collaboration with conservation group Citizens of the… Read More
Next-Level Escapes
NATURAL WONDERS Outdoor adventures are no longer the preserve of thrill-seekers. Soft adventure offerings include fishing trips, hiking tours, golfing getaways and wildlife encounters. Blessed with dramatic cliffs, vast outback… Read More
Dutch Class: Perle Bleue Joins Australian Charter Fleet
The award-winning Dutch superyacht Perle Bleue has joined the Australian charter fleet, and was launched by Ocean Alliance at the Superyacht Australia Soiree on Saturday 27th February 2021. The 38m… Read More
Australian Superyacht Charter Industry for Domestic High-End Travelers
Maryanne Edwards, former CEO of AIMEX and Superyacht Australia and now a key consultant within the GMBA group recently attended the Superyacht Australia Soiree. Maryanne spoke with several key industry… Read More
Book Superyacht Charters Confidently With Penalty – Free Cancellation
Amidst the unpredictability of borders and travel restrictions in the coronavirus era, superyacht charters are offering Penalty-Free Cancellations to help guests plan their next luxury escape with confidence. The rise… Read More
Experience a Luxury Superyacht Charter in the Dreamy Whitsundays
The 74 tropical islands of the Whitsundays provide an idyllic basis for luxury superyacht experiences on the water. From thrilling encounters with an abundant marine life to the seductive bliss… Read More
Book Your Luxury Yacht Charter For The America’s Cup
The 36th America’s Cup gets underway on March 6 in Auckland, as reigning champions New Zealand look to defend their title. The America’s Cup is the pinnacle of yacht racing… Read More
Rottnest Island: Adventureland on a Superyacht Charter
While the east coast of Australia is well famed for thrilling yachting opportunities in the Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays and Sydney, Western Australia should certainly not be overlooked by those… Read More
Best New Build Superyachts of 2020
The superyacht industry can so often be used as a reference point for modern innovation and luxury. Constantly evolving to meet the demands of owners and charters, the superyachts of… Read More
Standout Expedition Yacht Deliveries of 2020
Superyachts with expedition and explorer capabilities are becoming more and more commonplace with owners and charterers dreaming of luxury superyacht experiences in the most remote regions of the world. This… Read More
South Sea Bubble – SILENTWORLD in French Polynesia
In November 2019, Ocean Alliance, Tahiti Tourisme and the Owner of M/Y SILENTWORLD hosted a 7-day familiarisation trip for highly qualified agents and charter brokers, and a special guest on… Read More
Embark on the Expedition of a Lifetime Through the Kimberley Wilderness
Rich with diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, the Kimberley is one of Australia’s most unique experiences. This far north-west pocket of the country boasts one of the most pristine environments… Read More
Best Dive Sites within the Great Barrier Reef
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef ecosystem and offers a limitless playground for superyachts to explore. With over 3,000 coral reef systems, 1625 types of fish… Read More
Charter Spotlight on Antigua, a Caribbean Delight
Although the prestigious Antigua Charter Yacht Show will not be taking place this year, the yachting season in the Caribbean will still be in full flow. Here, we pick out… Read More
85m Explorer Yacht BOLD Returning Home to Charter in Australia
The 85-metre superyacht BOLD has embarked on a two-year world charter tour, which will see her return home to Australia in February 2021.Delivered by Perth shipyard SilverYachts in 2019, BOLD… Read More