Yes, it’s true! The British Virgin Islands government has announced that fuel will be duty-free for mega yachts in an effort to attract more of the 100m+/328ft+ vessels to the Caribbean archipelago and a popular destination for charter yachts. An amendment to the current customs regulation laws will allow mega-yachts to cruise through the territory... ... read full story
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Myanmar luxury yacht charters easier as six more countries granted visa on arrival
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The Government of Myanmar (ex.Burma) has granted six more countries visas on arrival as the country opens up to tourism in the region. ... read full story
Dropping anchor in Auckland waters now fee-free for luxury yachts
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Auckland Council has dropped a proposed anchoring fee for superyachts and foreign-flagged vessels entering the Auckland area in favour of a small fee covering the vessel for a 12-month period. ... read full story
SE ASIA Yacht Charter: Indonesia to Expand Marinas and ready to Welcome more Superyachts in 2018
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Restrictions on superyachts in Indonesian waters are easing and 2018 could be the best year yet to visit the idyllic coastal country in South East Asia: The Indonesian government has already made entry and departure easier and President Joko Widodo has announced marina expansion at 10 different ports in Indonesia, leading to better access to the... ... read full story
Great News for Yacht Owners in Italy
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Great news as Italy abolishes the tax on yachts having a length of or exceeding 14 meters. ... read full story
Important Reminder for Yachts, Superyachts and Charter Yachts Visiting the Andaman Sea and Entering Indian Waters
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Asia Pacific Superyachts would like to remind all yachts, including charter yachts visiting the Andaman Sea and the Indian waters that the use of satellite phones if strictly prohibited in this area. ... read full story
Luxury yacht chartering one of key issues at 4th Opportunities in Superyachts Conference in Malta
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The lovely Malta yacht vacation destination will be once again hosting the 'Opportunities in Superyachts' conference, running on March 10, 2016. Luxury yacht chartering will be discussed as one of the key topics during the event. ... read full story
Significant increase in Superyacht Charter activity in Balearics
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The full impact of the 2013 amendment to matriculation tax has been analysed by the Spanish Superyacht Association (AEGY), showing a remarkable increase in superyacht charter activity in the Balearics. ... read full story