Those looking for a break to relax and recoup in style during a yachting voyage around South East Asia are finding the region’s luxury hotel spas & wellness retreats a great option. Known for homegrown practices in massage therapy and holistic treatments, Southeast Asia’s spas take on an array of forms, from posh resorts to […]
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Maldives Luxury Yacht Visits Jump in January
As the world opens back up with travel, the Maldives, with its many attractions, is welcoming an increasing number of luxury vessels. “Tucked away in the Indian Ocean, the tropical getaway saw 18 superyachts in early January, compared with only one two months ago”, according to tracking data compiled by Bloomberg.com as reported January 6th […]
“Sail the Andamans” Yacht Carnival & Rally Returns!
The spectacular Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India will once again be the setting of the “Sail the Andamans” Yacht Carnival & Rally, to be held 20 February – 21 March 2023. The returning “Sail the Andamans” month-long adventure starts and ends in Port Blair, with yachts sailing & motoring into the heart of the […]
Resurgence in Thailand as a world-class yachting destination
The Thailand International Boat Show to be held 12-15 January, 2023 is set to spark Phuket as South Asia Pacific yachting leader. The Boat Show with a charity gala dinner hosted by InterContinental Phuket Resort will show support by the Thai Government and industry stakeholders in driving a resurgence in yachting tourism. The 2023 Thailand […]
APS winner of “Best Super/Luxury Yacht Services & Management Business 2022”
LUXlife Magazine has announced the winners of the 2022 Nautical Tourism Awards and Asia Pacific Superyachts – Thailand has been awarded Best Super/Luxury Yacht Services & Management Business 2022 – South Asia Winner. The magazine reports there have been huge changes within the travel and tourism industry over the past few years. As we all […]
Seychelles positive news for yachts as of Dec. 1st
Some positive news for international visitors and yachts interested in Seychelles has just been announced. Travellers coming to Seychelles will no longer need a COVID-19 vaccination certificate or negative PCR test as of December 1st. Straightforward Immigration (no visas required) and health regulations make for an uncomplicated, hassle-free stay. The new entry and stay conditions […]
New Asia Pacific Superyachts Seychelles Agency
Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) announced the formation of the new APS Seychelles in 2022 and General Manager Peter Alvis shares news, information and tips for yachts interested in visiting the stunning Seychelles. Q. What is it in your background that brought you to the industry and specifically Seychelles? A. My career over the past eleven […]
2nd Thailand Charter Week Announced
Thailand Charter Week is Asia’s premier B2B charter event for yachts and superyachts, a luxury yachting event that provides a platform to luxury charter yacht companies, set in the stunning ‘Superyacht Hub of Asia’, Phuket Island. The second edition will be held from the 16th to the 19th of November 2022 and will once again […]
Thailand fully reopens 1 Oct. 2022
“Thailand has lifted all Covid border restrictions and now makes long stays easier”, reports Gordon Fernandes of Asia Pacific Superyachts, adding, “We are thrilled to welcome back luxury vessels to cruise the beautiful islands of the Andaman Seas and the Gulf of Thailand. The Thai government has announced vaccination proof/ATK test results are no longer […]
Asia Pacific Superyachts co-founders excited to return to Monaco
Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) co-founders, Captain Charlie Dwyer and Gordon Fernandes, along with fellow directors & GMs from the APS Asia Pacific region, are well prepared and looking forward to sharing new information with visitors at the Monaco Yacht Show 2022 to be held Sept. 28th – Oct 1st. Reporting limited tickets are available to […]