YachtingLife Articles
When it comes to luxury travel, few experiences can rival the sheer excitement of setting sail on your own yacht. Picture gliding over azure waters, with the wind in your hair and the horizon stretching endlessly before you. But before you embark on this unforgettable adventure, choosing the perfect yacht is essential. With so many options out there, selecting a vessel that perfectly aligns with your style, needs, and budget can be overwhelming.
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From creeks to superyachts: every sailor has a vessel
21-10-2025
Off the water, Langman is the managing director of Noakes Group, one of Australia’s most respected marine services companies. From boatyard operations to specialist refits, Noakes has long been a backbone of the racing fleet, quietly keeping many of the country’s leading yachts in peak condition.
Now, Langman is preparing for another chapter: the Rolex Sydney Hobart debut of his 42-footer Back 2 Black.
Back 2 Black: A Yacht with Global Experience
16-10-2025
It was the finish Ambrogio Beccaria had dreamed of since the start: an Italian skipper, sailing an Italian-flagged IMOCA, flying into his home waters of Genova under the glare of floodlights and the roar of a midnight crowd. After 600 hard miles, Allagrande Mapei Racing delivered the goods, claiming victory in Leg 4 of The Ocean Race Europe 2025 and proving that sometimes, yes, fairy-tales do come true.
12-09-2025
Scheveningen, The Netherlands – The 44Cup World Championship came to a close in Scheveningen after four days of relentless North Sea racing that pushed crews and boats to their limits. Spain’s Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team emerged from the storm-lashed championship with a sense of pride, perspective, and determination — walking away with a hard-earned fifth place finish in one of the most brutal races of the series.
10-09-2025