Mike Slade’s Farr 100 Maxi, ICAP Leopard, will be hot favourite for line honours for this weekend’s race to St. Malo and make no mistake; the world record breaking yacht will be attempting to break their own course record, set in 2008. ... read full story
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Azimut Benetti Art
June 30, 2010
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Azimut-Benetti has created Azimut Benetti Art, a collection of fine prints and photos that express the message of Azimut Benetti yachts through art. The Azimut Benetti Official Fine Art Prints Collection unites Azimut Benetti yacht enthusiasts, yacht owners and artists to give yacht design a new form of expression. ... read full story
Imtech Green Ship Energy Solutions event for the maritime industry
June 30, 2010
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On 24th June, Imtech Marine & Offshore organised an event for the maritime industry at its premises in Rotterdam, dedicated to the theme Green Ship Energy Solutions. A number of expert speakers from the maritime industry elaborated on the regulations, trends and technological developments concerning Efficient and Green energy management, for example new means and ways to store energy, use new energy sources and in the end achieve efficient electrical networks on board. Payoff of the event being ‘Powered by Imtech – Green Energy Solutions’, Imtech Marine & Offshore presented its vision: zero-emission ships. ... read full story
The International SeaKeepers Society respond to the Gulf oil spill
June 30, 2010
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In response to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill crisis in the Gulf of Mexico, the not-for-profit International SeaKeepers Society, in cooperation with their commercial partner YSI, Inc. and the University of South Florida, a member institution of the Florida Institute of Oceanography, has adapted a C3 Hydrocarbon sensor from Turner Designs to integrate into its proprietary SeaKeeper 1000 oceanographic and atmospheric data acquisition system. ... read full story
Knowledge for large superyacht designers via new research: BMT Nigel Gee
June 30, 2010
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The research has been funded by parent BMT Group, a company founded on the core principle of innovation, pioneering research and development. The company pursues an extensive R&D programme to ensure that its services and products are well informed, appropriately targeted at the challenges set by industry and populated with the highest quality validated data. ... read full story
The next ClubSwan Caribbean Rendezvous Cruising Regatta dates: 14 – 19th of March 2011
June 30, 2010
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The ClubSwan Caribbean Rendezvous is a cruising event which has been developed by Nautor’s Swan to allow Swan owners to participate in an exclusive Swan event during the Caribbean season. The 2011 event will again be held at the prestigious Bitter End Yacht Club and will see the fleet sail in the turquoise Caribbean waters to some of the stunning British Virgin Islands. ... read full story
Azimut presents the new Azimut 64 Flybridge Line
June 30, 2010
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Dynasty. That’s the word one might use to describe Azimut’s flybridge line. For one special quality: that of profiting from an outstanding history and transforming each success into the basis for a new challenge. Today that dynasty is enriched with a new model: the Azimut 64. A yacht over 20 meters long, the hatural heir... ... read full story
Shama Yachts receives first order for the motor yacht SHAMA 115 RPH
June 30, 2010
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Shama Yachts, who are based in Egypt, are pleased to announce the first order for their new 115ft (35.5m) Raised Pilot House yacht Shama 115 RPH scheduled for delivery March 2011. The Shama 115 RPH yacht is an ultra stylish modern vessel, both the interior and exterior designed by the Shama in-house design team. The... ... read full story
Superyacht LA DIVA destroyed by fire.
June 30, 2010
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The Superyacht LA DIVA (ex Arla-Jay, Ivana and Iva) has been totally destroyed by fire. The Superyacht was docked at Rybovich Marina, West Palm Beach. ... read full story
Superyacht Moonen 133 to be called Sofia III.
June 29, 2010
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Earlier this month CharterWorld brought you news regarding the Moonen 133 which is the largest super yacht Moonen Shipyards has ever endeavoured to create for a private client. We now know the Moonen 133 superyacht is expected to be christened Sofia III. ... read full story
Ship Equip reaches 1000th order for its SEVSAT system
June 29, 2010
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Ship Equip has reached an important milestone in staking its claim as the world’s fastest growing provider of maritime broadband communications, announcing the 1000th order for its SEVSAT system. The increasingly popular SEVSAT solution (which stands for Ship Equip VSAT) provides reliable and cost-effective satellite communications for a wide variety of vessels at sea. ... read full story
Lürssen’s yacht Solemates at Monaco Yacht Show 2010
June 29, 2010
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Lürssen Yacht's new build superyacht Solemates will spend her first summer in the Mediterranean and will have her world debut at the Monaco Yacht Show in September. This 60m yacht is designed by Espen Oeino with curved and sleek lines, though she is a very voluminous yacht. The interior of yacht Solemates by Glade Johnson features warm areas and large spaces and the main and upper deck are flushed with natural light. ... read full story
The Brig Eagle 780 RIB Yacht tender
June 29, 2010
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Boating enthusiasts will be watching the Sydney International Boat Show in 2010 with the worldwide launch of the new Eagle 780, the largest Brig inflatable boat ever built. Brig has been 2 years developing the Eagle 780 and the company isn’t taking this global launch lightly, flying in 4 heavyweights from Europe especially for the occasion. ... read full story
AMELS Superyacht BEL ABRI at Monaco Show 2010
June 29, 2010
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Delivered in April, the yacht Bel Abri is available for charter and at the Monaco Yacht Show Amels will also be presenting the latest and largest addition to the Limited Editions fleet, further cementing the company’s reputation as the leader in premium semi-custom yachts. ... read full story
The Green Voyager Superyacht by Kingship – the first RINA’s Green Plus Class Motor Yacht over 50m
June 29, 2010
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The Chinese shipyard called Kingship Yachts is soon to begin construction of the superyacht Green Voyager. The Kingship motor yacht Green Voyager will be the first yacht in the world under 50m which has been constructed to the rigid full RINA’s Green Plus Class certification standards. This low energy consumption, clean and compact, the construction of yacht Green Voyager is to begin next August 2010. ... read full story
Superyacht Owners’ Guide & Yachtique Join at Monaco Yacht Show 2010
June 29, 2010
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The launch of SYOG 2011 during the Monaco Yacht Show is the perfect opportunity for Yachtique to remind people of the unrivalled service that the Group provides. ... read full story
Competitions at Seatec 2011 Announced
June 29, 2010
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Seatec 2011, the ninth International Exhibition of technology, subcontracting and design for boats, mega yachts and ships, due to be held at CarraraFiere from 16 to 18 February 2011, has announced the following competitions: • MYDA - Millennium Yacht Design Award 8th year • TARGA BONETTO 17th year • ABITARE LA BARCA 5th year ... read full story
The New SAILOR VSAT antenna by Thrane & Thrane
June 29, 2010
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The SAILOR 900 VSAT, a sophisticated new Ku-band VSAT antenna, will be launched by Thrane & Thrane at the forthcoming SMM 2010 exhibition in Hamburg this September. ... read full story
Marlink and Asia Broadcast Satellite expand KU-Band coverage in Asia-Pacific
June 29, 2010
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Marlink has announced the extension of its maritime satellite communications Ku-band VSAT services to include Hong Kong, the Middle East and the Indian Ocean ... read full story
34m Leopard Mariellina Superyacht Launched
June 28, 2010
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The launch of yacht Mariellina coincides with the presentation of the first hull of the new Leopard 43m line. The yacht is the result of the collaboration between the shipyard, the naval architect André Baciugalupo and the interior designer Cristiano Gatto. ... read full story
The Reconstruction of Fontvieille Port Monaco
June 28, 2010
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Moorage at Monaco’s Fontvieille Port has been significantly improved thanks to a complete upgrade to the Port’s floating piers. The Port’s improvement plans for Fontvieille have been underway since the early 2000’s. This latest round of improvements completes the Port’s plans for the facility. The completed marina accommodates 275 vessels up to 20 meters in length. ... read full story
Riviera officially out of Administration
June 28, 2010
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Riviera has received written notification on Friday June 25, 2010 from the company’s Deed Administrators that the Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA) established in conjunction with Riviera’s creditors on January 22 this year has now been completed and thus Riviera has now officially exited from Administration. ... read full story
Hodgdon Yachts new Design and Engineering Services division.
June 28, 2010
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Hodgdon Yachts of East Boothbay, Maine have announced a new division, Hodgdon Design and Engineering Services, which will offer subcontracted design and engineering services. ... read full story
Miami’s 5th St. Marina add berths for Superyachts.
June 27, 2010
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The 5th St. Marina in Miami, USA has expanded by renovating an adjacent shipping yard and now includes 6 deepwater berths for Mega-Yachts, superyachts or Commercial vessels of 100ft+. At the new facility, Captains can choose to obtain shipside services themselves or procure services from contractors already operating at the Marina. ... read full story
The Rendezvous Awards Superyacht Ingot & Petra and Bids Farewell to Monaco for 2010
June 27, 2010
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Chair of the judges at Rendezvous in Monaco is Head Chef to HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, Christian Garcia, who kept the audience in suspense for the final outcome before revealing the winning chef, Michael Goller of motor yacht Petra, a 44-metre Heesen yacht. The judges agreed that the winners of the Prix “Art de Vivre La Belle Classe Moët & Chandon” should be Mr. & Mrs. Howard Meyers, owner of motor yacht Ingot, a 47 metre superyacht launched in 2008 by the American shipyard, Burger Boat Company. ... read full story
Day Three of the Superyacht Cup Palma 2010: Yacht Scorpione dei Mari Wins
June 27, 2010
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Yet another fantastic Superyacht Cup 2010 with the full moon shining on the huge group of race fans wildly dancing and singing to the tunes of the Red Sox perfectly rounded off another weekend to remember in Palma de Mallorca, where hospitality is warm, the sailing is hot, and the fun is unlimited. See you next time in Antigua! ... read full story
A Diamond Day for Superyacht Linda Lou at The Rendezvous in Monaco
June 27, 2010
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Sometimes things just go your way and today at The Rendezvous in Monaco, the stars aligned beautifully for Lürssen's 60m superyacht Linda Lou. While yesterday was a day for the whole fleet to cruise en masse along the beautiful Cote d'Azur, today the ladies and men went off to do their own thing. A group of 30 ladies met for cocktails at Graff's new Monte-Carlo boutique in the Hôtel de Paris, which opened for the first time today. It was a particularly special moment for Linda von Allmen, owner of motor yacht Linda Lou, ... read full story
Superyacht Cup Palma 2010 Day 2
June 26, 2010
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The Superyacht Cup Palma delivered in bucket loads and the bar chat tonight will be of good sailing and relaxed racing, after all this is not a dangerous race where people feel scared or sail on the edge of technology, but a regatta where families, friends and crew all play together and enjoy what yachts are all about. ... read full story
Yacht Mariette Treats Pendennis to Some Sailing
June 26, 2010
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To celebrate a successful refurbishment and as a thank you to Pendennis Charlie Rowe, Mariette’s captain, invited members of the refit team to be guests on board the vessel during her 2 day sea trial. “Mariette is back in the water and ready to sail again. We have had an excellent refit with Pendennis and I appreciate all the effort the crew and yard guys have put into improving the boat. ... read full story
The Bill Tripp Design Sailing Superyacht Sarissa Hull is Launched by Green Marine
June 25, 2010
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Sailing yacht Sarissa has been launched by Green Marine prior to her fit out and completion by Vitters. She is not due to be finished and delivered to her owner until 2011. Sailing superyacht Sarissa follows in the footsteps of Cindarella IV with a carbon composite hull built by Green Marine, a fit out by Vitters Shipyard and an interior designed by Rhoades Young. ... read full story
Prince Albert II of Monaco offers his Patronage to Bal d’Oceana at the Rendezvous in Monaco 2010
June 25, 2010
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‘It is a great honour to have the patronage of the sovereign of Monaco for our gala,’ said Executive Vice President of Oceana Jim Simon. ‘An accomplished marine conservationist, HSH Albert II is someone who – like Oceana – is deeply committed to tackling the urgent problems facing our oceans.’ ... read full story
Expansion of Port Adriano Mallorca Spain as Designed by Philippe Starck
June 25, 2010
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The design of commercial areas of Port Adriano has been by renowned French designer Philippe Starck who, along with Rudy Ricciotti, will redefine the traditional concept of this type facilities, giving priority to the port everyday life and people that inhabit it, concealing the presence of vehiclesand barriers that prevent sightseeing. Starck with the collaboration of local ARTQUITECT Juan Morro, who will address precisamante ensure the adequacy of the port to its natural environment. ... read full story
The Royal Southern Oyster Week 2010
June 25, 2010
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fridges for a week of champagne sailing in the sun from 28 June to 2 July. Royal Southern Oyster Week will pit entries like Bill and Denise Cartlidge’s 1986 Oyster 46 against Jose Alvaro’s new Oyster 82, fresh out of the box. Oyster’s own handicapping system recognises that these boats like to race with all the creature comforts on board. With a mix of round the cans, passage and pursuit racing during the Week, everyone is in with a chance to win. ... read full story
Feel like sailing at 40 knots? New to the charter market – Unique chance to sail a ORMA 60’ trimaran race yacht.
June 25, 2010
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Racing Sailing Yacht SOPRA is a composite multi hull trimaran measuring 21 meters (68,9 ft) in length, with a beam of 18,4 m (60ft) which was designed by Marc Lombard and built and launched in 2002 by MAG and OCEA. ... read full story
Mastervolt’s drive systems DriveMaster & PodMaster
June 25, 2010
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Mastervolt Benelux was invited to give a presentation at this dealer meeting for the dealers to get an impression of the company and technology behind the hybrid drive system. After a corporate presentation, a more detailed product presentation focused on the applied hybrid drive system was given. ... read full story
Claasen Jachtbouw have launched the 44 metre J-Class sailing yacht Lionheart.
June 25, 2010
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The J Class sailing yacht Lionheart incorporates two small separate deckhouses and cockpits - one of which is designed especially for the yacht's owner and guests. This feature gives extra versatility for both racing or cruising the superyacht. ... read full story
Artemis Investment Management signs a major sponsorship package for Cowes Week 2010
June 25, 2010
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Cowes Week Limited (CWL) is delighted to announce that Artemis Investment Management, one of the UK's leading investment companies with a strong association with Cowes Week over the years, has signed a major boat branding sponsorship package for Cowes Week 2010. The Artemis logo will appear on the bows of the Cowes Week competing boats, providing the company with significant brand exposure at the world’s best-known sailing regatta. This new deal is part of Artemis’ wider new commitment to British sailing that has been announced today, and the new source of investment in Cowes Week benefits everyone competing this year by ensuring that entry fees are maintained at 2009 levels. ... read full story
The Superyacht Cup Palma 2010 Day 1
June 25, 2010
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Day 1 of The Superyacht Cup Palma 2010 dawned clear, bright and ominously still. Nevertheless, the diverse fleet, which features this year many yachts familiar to superyacht racing fans, representing yacht builders worldwide, including Holland Yachtbouw Shamoun, Fitzroy’s Salperton IV, Royal Huisman Gliss, Wally Saudade, and of course, the unmistakable Maltese Falcon, built by Perini Navi, joined by her baby sister, P2, left the port before mid-day, hoping for the usual daily afternoon breeze to kick in. Yet in the end, the Wind Gods did not disappoint, so with only a short delay, the racing kicked off at 13:30, as Drumfire led the fleet with a clean start. ... read full story
Dahm International Sailing Yacht Oyster 100 and yacht Oyster 125 at the Monaco Yacht Show 2010
June 25, 2010
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Dahm International is looking forward to introducing the new superyacht Oyster 100 and the super yacht Oyster 125 at the 20th Monaco Yacht Show (21-25 September 2010) to interested clients. Since January 2010, the broker house with headquarter in Monaco is representing the Oyster superyacht fleet in Central Europe. ... read full story
Alu Marine introduces the Sailing Catamaran HAVANA 72
June 25, 2010
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Sailing Catamaran HAVANA 72 yacht is the first model of the Havana series built by Alu Marine, with the interior and exterior design by Berret Racoupeau Yacht Design. ALU MARINE shipyard has specialized in the construction of aluminum boats for more than 20 years with a long experience of large luxury yachts. Douce France, the biggest sailing catamaran in the world, at 138 feet is the symbolic icon of the shipyard. It already featured at the time some very advanced styles of accommodation and modern and timeless hull lines. ... read full story
Azimut charter yacht SEAWISE destroyed by fire.
June 25, 2010
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Ocean Independence has issued a press release advising the Greece motor charter yacht SEAWISE has been withdrawn from the charter market. They are sad to report the total loss of the yacht due to a fire on board. Fortunately nobody was either hurt or injured. ... read full story
34th America’s Cup draft Protocol presented to team
June 25, 2010
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In a joint initiative by the defender, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Yacht Club and the Challenger of Record, Italy’s Club Nautico di Roma, a draft of the Protocol rules for the 34th America’s Cup was sent to the challenging teams today. ... read full story
British Marine Federation (BMF) and the RYA promote Marine Sector
June 25, 2010
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The British Marine Federation (BMF) and the RYA were delighted to be among the first organisations to host a reception in the House of Commons early in the new Parliament yesterday (23 June 2010). It was an opportunity to meet some of the newly elected MPs as well as to thank re-elected parliamentarians for their support throughout the year. The recent election saw a large increase of new MPs entering Parliament and the reception allowed the BMF and RYA to educate and inform many of them on the £3 billion marine industry; highlighting its considerable contribution to the economy. ... read full story
13 Superyachts attend the Rendezvous in Monaco
June 24, 2010
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Today at the heart of Port Hercule in The Principality of Monaco, thirteen magnificent superyachts lined-up along the privatized Quai des Etats Unis for the largest ever edition of The Rendezvous in Monaco. Almost 700 metres of superyachts combined makes this the most significant collection of yachts ever to attend this exclusive event. ... read full story
Intellian opens innovation R&D center in South Korea
June 24, 2010
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The Korean Intellian Innovation Center’s training facilities will provide partners with an opportunity to gain in-depth product knowledge, hands-on experience and a first-hand understanding of the company’s stringent testing and manufacturing processes. With increased capacity and enhanced logistics for satellite antenna production, the Intellian Innovation Center can accommodate large manufacturing quantities of up to 1,000 antenna units per month and more efficient production of 1-meter and larger antennas including the Intellian w-Series, VSAT models and 2.4 meter c-band antennas. ... read full story
‘Clean Shipping Index’ verification service now offered by Lloyd’s Register
June 24, 2010
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Lloyd’s Register is now offering a verification service the ‘Clean Shipping Index’ to shipowners and operators wishing to demonstrate their success in reducing the environmental impact of their activities beyond the requirements of classification or statutory rules and regulations. The service is cost effective and can be delivered with minimal interruption to ship operations. ... read full story
Henk and Tom De Vries – Next Generation at the helm of Feadship De Vries
June 24, 2010
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The De Vries Group consists of the two Koninklijke De Vries yards in Aalsmeer and Makkum plus subsidiary companies Slob, Akerboom, STI Engineering and ITS. As managing director Tom de Vries is ultimately responsible for production and quality, while CEO Henk de Vries will oversee sales and other business areas. Both gentlemen have decades of experience and a reputation for their hands-on mentality, and will serve as a first directorship contact point for all the De Vries Group concerns. ... read full story
PY-100 Liara at the Monaco Yacht Show 2010.
June 24, 2010
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Performance Yachts will again be represented at the Monaco Yacht Show in September this year with the PY-100 Liara on display. Azzura Marine will be representing the PY range on the Australian stand and will be happy to discuss the full range of yachts with potential clients. ... read full story
Tall Ships at Sail Tampa Bay 2010
June 24, 2010
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Sailing ships from around the world will dock July 10-14 in downtown Tampa, Fla., for Sail Tampa Bay 2010. Ships that will be on hand include the Coast Guard bark Eagle, the Capitan Miranda from Uruguay, and the Gloria from Colombia. ... read full story
Velux 5 Ocean Yacht Race 2010 / 2011 Sprint Start dates confirmed
June 23, 2010
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The VELUX 5 OCEANS has announced the dates of the starts of the five ocean sprints in the 2010/11 edition of the race. The race will start and end in the French port of La Rochelle France, in between visiting Cape Town in South Africa, Wellington in New Zealand, Salvador in Brazil and Charleston in the USA. ... read full story
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