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Future Fit

Having taken lessons from their Northern Hemisphere counterparts, the shipyards of Australasia are creating world-class superyacht precincts that stand to be the envy of the world.

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Thailand relaxes arrivals

A visa free exemption for international arrivals into Thailand has been...

NZ opens sea borders

The next step in New Zealand’s border reopening will be the sea and air...

CURRENT NEWS

What you need to know about the countries you want to visit, the regulations and changes that affect our industry, and all the latest developments in technology.

Seychelles insight

Asia Pacific Superyachts has set up a new agency in the Seychelles, led by GM, Peter Alvis.

  • 30 November 2022

Thai arrival rules repealed

As of 1 July 2022, big changes are coming to yacht entry rules for Thailand.

  • 28 June 2022

Thailand relaxes arrivals

A visa free exemption for international arrivals into Thailand has been proposed.

  • 17 June 2022

Sea change

In light of Ocean Day today, 8 June, Ocean sheds light on some incredible international...

  • 8 June 2022

NZ opens sea borders

The next step in New Zealand’s border reopening will be the sea and air borders open for visitors...

  • 12 May 2022

Sri Lanka opens

Sri Lanka has joined other Asia-Pacific countries in opening its borders to international yachts.

  • 28 April 2022

Myanmar lifts two-year ban

Myanmar borders have reopened after a two-year ban on international visitors.

  • 27 April 2022

No vax for Thailand

Fully vaccinated international travellers will no longer have to undergo COVID testing to enter...

  • 27 April 2022
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CAPTAIN'S LOG

Firsthand knowledge on each destination from those who have been before – essential reading for anyone embarking on the adventure of a lifetime.

Hometown Brisbane

Captain Travis Heyen, at the helm of 70-metre Feadship M/Y Samaya shares the highlights from his...

  • 13 September 2021

Mana runs deep

For 15 years, M/Y Silentworld has returned to the islands of French Polynesia to soak up not just...

  • 21 July 2021

Hats off to Panama

From world-class fishing to white-sand beaches and countless wonders in-between, the Pacific...

  • 9 September 2021

Pivoting during COVID

Amidst Queensland's busiest charter season and the COVID-19 pandemic, M/Y Oneworld discovered...

  • 14 April 2021

Pacific crossing

Crossing the South Pacific is a dream of many, yet one that is not short on challenges for everyday...

  • 23 September 2021

A COVID-19 trans-Tasman

After spending months in lockdown, M/Y Promise decided to leave Asia and head for New Zealand,...

  • 21 April 2021

The land of dragons

Adventure is everywhere you look in this vast archipelago as guests dive, surf and hike the...

  • 3 April 2021

Blue Lanes cruising

Fiji's Blue Lanes initiative has been a saviour for a country so reliant on tourism for economic...

  • 20 August 2020
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DESTINATIONS

The ocean is meant to be explored. Discover pristine, perfect and sometimes surprising locations and get to know the Great Southern Route in your own time.

Sri Lanka opens

Sri Lanka has joined other Asia-Pacific countries in opening its borders to international yachts.

  • 28 April 2022

Fiji awaits

Fiji is pulling out all the stops with the Luxury Vacation in Paradise program – featuring...

  • 13 September 2021

Hidden gem

Amid rapid urbanisation and ever-more-crowded holiday spots, the serenity and calmness of Tasmania...

  • 6 April 2021

Islands in the mist

As explorer yachts make even the most far-flung locations accessible, the desire to travel further...

  • 21 July 2020

Fact file: Fiji

Fiji occupies an archipelago of 330 islands, ranging from coral atolls to large volcanic islands,...

  • 1 August 2020

Halcyon days

Nestled between the popular Mamanuca Islands and the majestic Yasawa Islands in Fiji lies Vomo...

  • 14 September 2021

Silver linings

Aotearoa, or New Zealand, is perfectly poised for the way we wish to experience travel now – more...

  • 6 September 2021

Welcome to Australia

Australia offers far more than just spectacular beaches and outback adventures. As superyacht...

  • 24 March 2021
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FEATURED

All the articles, inspiration and information you need to research the Great Southern Route and plan an unforgettable journey.

Future Fit

Having taken lessons from their Northern Hemisphere counterparts, the shipyards of Australasia are...

  • 21 June 2022

Heading South

As bold as our journeys may seem to us, they have been undertaken before, and we can learn and...

  • 16 September 2021

Making good in the Maldives

Soneva Fushi launches Makers’ Place, a carbon-neutral recycling studio that transforms waste into...

  • 14 September 2021

A world away

Photographer and naturalist Justin Hofman shares some of his favourite images of Antarctica; a...

  • 14 September 2021

Exploring Australia by superyacht (Part 1)

An inexhaustible source of adventure, Australia is the quintessential superyacht destination.

  • 31 March 2021

Cruising with a conscience

Whether supplying disaster relief in times of crisis, making culturally sensitive donations or...

  • 1 April 2021

Protection from threats at sea

While traditional threats still exist, you don't need to have travelled into pirate-infested waters...

  • 31 March 2021

Security safeguards

We keep you updated on the latest procedures to keep your superyacht safe throughout international...

  • 30 March 2021
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