An innovative Great Barrier Reef eco-project is challenging pre-conceptions about the state of Australia’s natural wonder—and the people who monitor it. Words Stephen Corby / Photography Damian Bennett If you… Read More
When it comes to putting your body on the line for the environment, glueing bits of it to the road is very much at the cussing edge (as stranded motorists… Read More
The 44.5 metre AIX might be the sixth hull in the enduringly popular Sanlorenzo Alloy series, but her owner and prospective cruising grounds are decidedly different from her sisterships. The yacht is… Read More
Ocean Alliance Managing Director Joachim Howard and other well-known industry personnel were recently featured in episode #3 of the “Australian InDepth documentary series” by Superyacht.com. The documentary is filmed over… Read More
Australia has become a booming superyacht charter destination with its stunning coastline and most extensive coral reef system. Charterers can soak up the tropical sun with warm waters and explore… Read More
“More than a chance to island-hop in sweet seclusion, chartering a superyacht in the Whitsundays is an opportunity to join a citizen science project aimed at surveying the Great Barrier… Read More
The Whitsundays is a world renowned destination, showcasing 74 islands and what has been nominated the most beautiful and whitest beach in the world: Whitehaven beach. This region also includes… Read More
“As you step on board DE LISLE III you remove your shoes and your feet come in contact with the teak, you lift your head and are greeted by Captain… Read More
Yachting for Purpose: Taking Responsibility For Environmental Solutions We often see headlines about hybrid or hydrogen powered superyachts, but there are many other ways in which the superyacht industry can… Read More
The first official trailer for the Superyachts.com Australia InDepth series was launched at the Monaco Yacht Show this year, giving a glimpse into Australia’s holistic offering as a superyacht destination…. Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sydney, Australia – M/Y BELUGA¸ a 34.7-metre Moonen based in Port Douglas Queensland, has been crowned Yacht of the Year in Boat International’s Ocean Awards for 2021. The award, in… Read More
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
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
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
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
‘Alliance creates strength…’ In November 2020, Gemma Harris, founder of Seastainable Yachting, approached Ocean Alliance and interviewed our Experience(d) Charter Manager, Laurie Foulon on all things sustainability in the superyacht… Read More
Ocean Alliance joins with Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef to Offer Superyachts Support for Ocean Conservation through Unique Charter Experiences. Ocean Alliance, Australia’s leading luxury yacht agency, is collaborating… Read More
The global yacht charter market was worth an estimated US$15.36 billion in 2019 and is expected to reach US$27 billion by 2027*. In line with the rise in disposable income… Read More
