Boat International US Edition

BOAT International US Edition is the leading magazine for American big boat owners. Originally launched as ShowBoats International in 1983, it has established itself as an indispensable guide for discerning, affluent buyers in the multi-billion dollar US luxury yachting market. From its base in Fort Lauderdale, the international yachting capital, BOAT International US Edition delivers the definitive inside stories on the remarkable yachts, the outstanding owners and the exceptional wealth that shapes this multibillion-dollar industry. Its readers include high-net-worth yacht owners and industry leaders. BOAT International US Edition is the must-read for achievers and aspirers, covering the breadth of the megayacht industry and the fabulous lifestyle that accompanies it.

Boat International US Edition

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Eye Opener • The Aga Khan IV, 1936 — 2025

NERO'S RETURN • Celebrated Oceanco Alfa Nero is relaunched into the global charter market

CHARTER NEWS • This month's news focuses on charter yachts. Julia Zaltzman rounds up a few exciting newcomers and comeback kids

SPOTLIGHT • NEW TO THE MARKET

SPOTLIGHT • SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

Dockwalk CREW CREATOR AWARDS 2025

Feeling the squeeze • How will superyachts be affected by new price increases to transit the Panama Canal?

Design & Innovation Awards • This year's winners, as revealed at the Superyacht Design Festival

MARILYN MOWER

Young Designer of the Year announced • In a competitive field of six finalists, Aleksandra Orescanin was revealed as the winner of the Young Designer of the Year Award with her concept, Zazi

The cream of the craft • The deserving winners of BOAT International's Artistry & Craft Awards have been crowned in the second year of the honors that celebrate artisanship in the yachting industry

ON BOARD Edit • STOWABLE SAILING BOATS

GO FOR GOLD • Bar-raising beach clubs, turbo-charged classic cars and cool Cretan properties to bowl you over

Life's a beach club • Tenders at the ready… we've found the best beach clubs to book in 2025 and beyond.

Crete's sweet spot • With a wave of brand-new residences hitting the market, this Greek island is tipped for great things, says Ruth Bloomfield

ON THE MARKET

Turbo charged • Singer Vehicle Design works some 21st-century magic on the classic Porsche 911, says Simon de Burton

THE AGENDA • Your inside guide to the hottest tickets around the world this month.

BOAT LIFE Edit • FROM BOAT TO BEACH: TENDER ESSENTIALS

TOP DOG • King Benji offers an experience on board that no other yacht can match, say long-time charterers

Owners' Club • LIVING THE DREAM ON THE WORLD'S BEST BOATS

Michael “Big Mike” Miniea • The entrepreneur, adventurer and owner of No Destination talks swimming, hydroplaning and waterskiing with Risa Merl

Members' Logbook • From St Barths to Greece, our Owners' Club members have the insider's intel

MY LIFE IN BOATS MICHAEL COIT • This lover of all things vintage reveals his vast boat collection to Kate Lardy

At ONE with ALL • The owners of Santosha knew exactly what they wanted from their first yacht. Kate Lardy steps on hoard a 186-foot Heesen where client input blended harmoniously with designer expertise

Charter math • Much has been written about what makes a great charter yacht, but does the perfect boat translate into profit? And is it even possible for income to offset running costs? Kate Lardy crunches the numbers

TREASURE HUNTER • Brian Schmitt built his custom 110-foot power catamaran H2 in North Carolina to fulfill his dream of exploration. Rebecca Cahilly-Taranto...