Cutting edge electronics and state-of-the-art technical systems make many yachts as interesting as the destinations they frequent. Onboard pools and hot tubs are more than a place for two or three people to relax. The fun never stops, with toys by the dozen that were unimaginable even a decade ago. And luxury yacht charter is, quite simply, the best-kept secret in travel.
The pleasures of cruising on a yacht do not have to be limited to the confines of the mothership. Here are our editors’ picks of some of the coolest tenders and toys on the market today.
Perini Navi recently celebrated the delivery of Clan VIII and tender yard Naumatec has launched the stylish Freccia 1200.
Check out three tenders that could be the next boat you stow on the yacht. Zodiac, Yellowfin and Carbon Craft give us an array of tenders for yachts from 60 to 600 feet.
Whether you want to cruise over the water from yacht to shore or explore the ecosystems hidden deep under the waves, this issue has something for you.
Twenty years ago, Boston Whalers and RIBs were as popular with large-yacht buyers as they were with boaters who owned just these craft. They served as occasional toys or were used for utilitarian purposes by the mothership’s crew, and sometimes both. The more yachts grew in size, though, the more time they started spending at anchor. Suddenly, owners found themselves needing a better way of getting to and from shore.
Picking the right tender already isn't easy, but more choices is never a bad thing! This year, Hodgdon and Novurania have a few new models for you to consider.
Looking for a new tender? Why not consider these options from Grand-Craft, Cherubini and Belzona?
This Michael Peters–designed Nouvoyage Limousine Tender 33 may become the first amphibious craft to combine luxury with remarkable speed both on land and in the water: 85 and 32.2 mph, respectively.
The Tommy Bahama label evokes coastal living and the island life. As you think Tommy Bahama, images of swaying palm trees and loose-fitting silk shirts emblazoned with jumping marlins probably float to mind, but rustic hand-hewed cabins and Adirondack chairs? Probably not.
Whether you're looking for a new tender or just something to make life onboard a little more enjoyable, we bring you some new products from companies like Novurania, Mirage, Eco Yacht Toys, and Bristol Yacht Components.
Established in 2002, this Italian company already has an impressive range of models available. A few of those will be on display in Miami this year. One, the sleek 40 STL, is an impressive open yacht with more than enough to appeal as either a superyacht tender or dayboat.
When customers asked for a boat with the sexy lines of Intrepid’s Cuddy series while keeping the ease of access of the 350 Walk Around, the design team responded with the 375 Walk Around.
A new addition to Deep Impact’s line of tenders and powerboats, the first 330LS was finished just in time to make her Fort Lauderdale debut and will reappear in Miami this year. For this line, LS stands for Luxury Seating, and when you look at the plans you can see why.
Ecoboats is taking it a step further. This Fort Lauderdale-based company is launching its first boat in Miami this year: the Silennis S020. Entirely electric, the Silennis makes no wake, no noise and requires no gas. Ever.
This is not your father’s inflatable. When Pirelli first sold boats, they were popular, easy to use and hard working. Early in its history, Pirelli ventured outside of the industrial world into motorsports and even fashion. Naturally, when it revisited the boating sector with its new line of PZero tenders, style had to be part of the mix.
Sessa is a relative newcomer to the flybridge market. A year ago it introduced in Miami its first flybridge yacht, the Fly 45. Then came the Fly 40. In Miami this year Sessa unveils its 54 in part to meet the demands of its US dealer Total Marine.
Boston Whaler launches its 270 Dauntless this month, a nice option as a versatile towable center-console tender. With a length of 27 feet 4 inches (27ft 10in with platform) and a 9-foot beam, the largest boat in Boston Whaler’s Dauntless line offers expanded storage, seating and greater fuel capacity (150 gallons), plus upgraded helm seating and leaning post.
While amphibious vehicles certainly aren’t new, Nouvoyage’s Limousine Tender 33 may be the first to combine an amphibious craft with top-of-the line luxury. This 33-foot craft includes comfortable seating for 12 passengers and two crew.
Choosing a tender for your superyacht is getting harder and harder. Now two more options join the international lineup: Scandinavian builder Delta Powerboats' Delta 26 and Colombo Boats' Colombo 32 designed by Nuvolari-Lenard.
The 35-foot (10.5-meter) Michael Peters–designed Hodgdon Limo tender is a versatile fiberglass and carbon-fiber beauty. The hydraulically raising roof means guests won’t dampen their spirits in inclement weather or miss out on a sunny day. This feature provides easy boarding and 360-degree ventilation.
Among the many tenders debuting at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this week is a light and compact tender from AB Inflatables. Equipped with the standard 20hp four-stroke Tohatsu engine, it weighs just 425 pounds. However, the new 10 VSX is no lightweight when it comes to equipment and performance.
Looking for a deal on the brokerage market? There will be plenty of attractive superyachts for sale at FLIBS this year, but don’t expect a steal. Contrary to persisting rumors, brokers tell us that, while prices dipped drastically in 2009 (up to 40 percent), they have recovered and have been holding pretty steady ever since.
With yachts carrying so many toys aboard these days, a compact but powerful and reliable tender is a must. If you’re looking for something matching this description, you might want to consider Rendova’s line of boats.