From boutique river cruises to high-performance bluewater yachts, today’s marine lifestyle blends leisure with precision and luxury with innovation. Whether you’re charting your next private voyage or enhancing your on-board experience, this curated edit features yachting and boating specialists who help you make the most of life on the water.
Laugh while you cruise
Comedy Boat Party offers a unique way to experience London — cruising the River Thames aboard a floating entertainment venue. Combining stand-up comedy, scenic views and DJ-led parties, their events are designed for groups, celebrations and corporate occasions alike.
With experienced captains at the helm and top-tier comedians on deck, every detail is considered to create an evening that blends humour and hospitality. It’s not just a river cruise — it’s a night to remember.
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Luxury yachts for bluewater sailing
For over 50 years, Southerly Yachts has been known for its innovative lifting-keel designs and raised deck saloons, offering exceptional performance and comfort. Now owned by Concept Marine Group, the brand continues to honour British boatbuilding heritage.
Southerly’s 420, 480 and newly launched 580 models are built with bluewater versatility in mind. Each yacht can be tailored to suit individual cruising preferences, ensuring a long-range sailing experience with enduring craftsmanship.
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Comprehensive yacht and superyacht insurance
Lockton Marine provides tailored insurance solutions for motor and sailing yachts — whether for pleasure, racing or commercial use. With multilingual experts in seven maritime locations, they serve clients across the globe.
From new build coverage to specialist risks such as piracy, crew medical, or fine art protection, Lockton Marine delivers flexible insurance packages that reflect the complexity of yacht ownership.
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Explore the world in classic luxury with Classic Charters
Classic Charters specialises in creating bespoke yacht charters aboard elegant vessels around the world. From the Mediterranean to the Caribbean and beyond, each itinerary is designed to reflect your pace, taste and ambitions.
Among their fleet is Far Niente, a 32-metre modern classic available for private charter. Featuring expansive decks and refined interiors, it offers a fully staffed, high-end experience tailored to each client.
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Luxury yachting redefined
Phoenix Yacht Management delivers end-to-end support for yacht owners — from operational and technical oversight to crew recruitment, refit supervision, legal compliance and cybersecurity. Headquartered in Dubai, the company manages assets across global cruising grounds.
Their services also include worldwide charter brokerage and bespoke event hosting at sea. With a team made up of former captains, engineers and yacht professionals, Phoenix offers insight-led service from design to delivery.
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Reach bluewater with no hassle
Smart Yachting was created to make yacht ownership seamless — managing every aspect from purchase and refit to resale and charter. With offices in Ibiza, Mallorca and Marbella, the team supports owners throughout the Mediterranean.
Their Ibiza headquarters handles full servicing and upgrades, with in-house mechanics offering everything from repairs to complete refits. Smart Yachting also assists with charter management, storage, and long-term mooring solutions through their sister company Smart Charter.
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Boating all year round in perfect comfort
Krueger designs and installs heating, air conditioning and water systems for vessels of all sizes — from compact cruisers to superyachts. Specialists in ultra-efficient, low-consumption climate systems, they offer full service across the UK and Europe.
Whether retrofitting or building from new, Krueger provides solutions tailored to vessel type and usage. Trusted by boatbuilders, commercial operators and leisure clients alike, their systems ensure year-round comfort on board.
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