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OUR RED SEA

OUR RED SEA is a 32.82 m Motor Yacht, built in Italy by Custom Line and delivered in 2024. She is one of 21 106 models.

Her top speed is 26.0 kn, her cruising speed is 23.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 1050.0 nm at 12.0 kn, with power coming from two MTU diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 12 guests in 5 staterooms, with 5 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 230.0 GT and a 7.3 m beam.

She was designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design , who also designed the interior. Francesco Paszkowski Design has designed 283 yachts and designed the interior of 261 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

The naval architecture was developed by Ferretti Engineering Department , who has architected 614 other superyachts in the BOAT Pro database - she is built with a Teak deck, a GRP hull, and GRP superstructure.

OUR RED SEA is one of 2121 motor yachts in the 30-35m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her cruising speed is 2.9 kn above the average, her top speed 2.18 kn above the average, and her volume 43.11 GT above the average.

OUR RED SEA is currently sailing under the United Kingdom flag, the 4th most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 883 yachts registered. She is currently located at the superyacht marina Grand Harbour Marina, in Malta, where she has been located for 2 weeks. For more information regarding OUR RED SEA's movements, find out more about BOATPro AIS .

Specifications

• Name: OUR RED SEA
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Planing Fast Yacht
• Builder: Custom Line
• Naval Architect: Ferretti Engineering Department
• Exterior Designer: Francesco Paszkowski Design
• Interior Designer: Francesco Paszkowski Design

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Designed by style visionary Prosper Assouline, each of the suites aboard our yacht features decor inspired by the sea and sky. The largest of their kind within the yachting class, these residential accommodations will make you feel at home with spa-like bathrooms, experience-enhancing amenities, spacious private terrace decks, and panoramic views from floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Inspired by the bygone era of yachting, our spectacular, all-suite yacht will debut several industry firsts. Like a cutting-edge transverse marina perfect for leisure, lounging, and late-night revelry. Expansive suites that can be connected both vertically and horizontally. And every comfort you could dream of, meticulously curated to elevate every aspect of your voyage.

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Explore our yachting destinations as you embark on a journey of discovery. Gain entry to harbours, uncover secluded coves, immerse yourself in tightly knit coastal communities, and unearth the essence of some of the world’s most iconic isles and off-the-beaten-path gems.

Welcome to the Adriatic Sea, a maritime sanctuary where history, culture, and natural beauty sail in harmony. Here, the enduring legacy of Venetian grandeur, the enchanting Croatian coasts, and the captivating allure of Montenegro’s landscapes intertwine to deliver unforgettable memories. From the storied cloisters of Dubrovnik’s Old Town to the secluded coves of the Dalmatian Islands, each destination beckons with a bespoke journey of discovery.

Embark on a voyage along the Rivieras, where the French appeal, Italian charm, and Spanish vibrancy come together against a backdrop of stunning beaches and awe-inspiring mountains. Step into a world of ancient heritage, gastronomic delights, and refined luxury, with summer days soaked in dolce far niente and evenings sparkling with Mediterranean glamour.

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Traverse the Atlantic in a voyage of cultural contrasts and experiential dichotomies. From Medieval architecture and volcanic landscapes in the Canaries to tiki huts and waterfall-laced rainforests in the Lesser Antilles—with leisurely sea days in between—this journey combines the best of all worlds.

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Embark on a luxurious Mediterranean odyssey where each port of call promises a beguiling blend of rich history, stunning views, and cultural wonders. From the cerulean waters of the Atlantic to the enchanting shores and charming towns of the Adriatic, discover the allure of coastal gems steeped in tradition and beauty.

Lesser Antilles

Secluded beaches and pastel ports await in the Caribbean, where culture-rich capitals, hidden coves, and dense archipelagos provide the ultimate yachting playground. With its year-round sunshine and blue skies, calm waters, and abundance of lagoon-like marinas, the Caribbean is a tropical dream come true.

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Yachting the Greek Islands is a foolproof way to upend the typical rules of leisure. While Mykonos and Santorini may be the marquee names, an archipelago of lesser-known isles awaits, offering a quieter, equally captivating slice of Hellenic bliss defined by unhurried taverna feasts, and azure bays where solitude is the sweetest luxury. Here, you'll find the concept of philoxenia—the art of Greek hospitality—lingering in the soul long after departure.

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OUR RED SEA yacht NOT for charter*

32.83m  /  107'9 | custom line | 2024.

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Cabin Configuration

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Special Features:

• Brand new for 2024
• Two VIP cabins
• RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) C ✠ HULL ● MACH classification
• Interior design from Custom Line
• Cruising speed of 23 knots

The 32.83m/107'9" motor yacht 'Our Red Sea' was built by Custom Line in Italy at their Ancona shipyard. Her interior is styled by Italian designer design house Custom Line and she was delivered to her owner in July 2024. This luxury vessel's exterior design is the work of Francesco Paszkowski Design.

Guest Accommodation

Our Red Sea has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 suites comprising two VIP cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 5 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience.

Range & Performance

Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, with teak decks, she has impressive speed and great efficiency thanks to her planing hull. Powered by twin diesel MTU (16V 2000 M96L) 16-cylinder 2,638hp engines, she comfortably cruises at 23 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 26 knots with a range of up to 450 nautical miles from her 14,700 litre fuel tanks. Her water tanks store around 3,000 Litres of fresh water. She was built to RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) C ✠ HULL ● MACH classification society rules.

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Yacht Charter Adriatic Sea

Let the beauty, history, and gastronomy of the Adriatic Sea fill you with wonder.

There are few things in life better than waking up aboard a luxury yacht with the sunshine streaming through the large windows to port and starboard, giving you the perfect views of the sparkling Adriatic Sea surrounding you. Whether you are cruising Eastern Italy, Venice , Montenegro , Croatia or beyond, your Adriatic yacht charter will promise stunning scenery, history, ancient history, incredible cuisine, plenty of fun in the sun, and more.

Northrop & Johnson is a leading charter brokerage with access to the best luxury charter yachts in the Adriatic Sea. Contact us to learn more details about an Adriatic Sea charter or browse our portfolio of crewed luxury yachts for charter , including elegant motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans, superyachts, and mega yachts, including vessels built by leading European boatbuilders , packed with world-class amenities and a dedicated crew to cater to your every need.

Discover the Charm of Venice and the Adriatic’s Jewels on your yacht charter

If you’re looking to fall in love, is there really any other yacht charters destination than Venice? Set along the Adriatic Sea, this water-locked Italian city truly is best explored by boat. The city does not permit cars. A yacht’s tender is well suited for traversing the canals here. Your charter yacht will dock at one of the city’s marinas as you set off on an adventure winding through the streets of this maze-like city. Visit the Piazza St. Marco with its stunning basilica. Pop in Harry’s Bar for a Bellini and enjoy some of the city’s incredible cuisine – any seafood dish will delight. The eastern Italian coast also has so much to offer from the Ancona islands in the south to Trieste in the north, all of which offer unique cultures.

Navigating the wonders of Croatia and Montenegro on a luxury charter yacht

If you choose to head further east, Croatia and Montenegro sit on the opposite side of the Adriatic. Both destinations offer incredible culture, sights, cruising locales and so much more. Perfectly poised on the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia is fast becoming a favorite destination. If you are a history buff or a fan of “Game of Thrones,” then stepping ashore in Dubrovnik will be a true highlight of your trip. In the location of GOT’s Kings Landing, you will be transported to a medieval fortress, but don’t be misled by its ancient aesthetics, this coastal city has lots of modern amenities, including restaurants, spas, bars and more. Montenegro offers calm waters and stunning scenery. You will discover how old meets new in the Bay of Kotor as quaint fishing villages sit across from world-class marinas, high-end restaurants and glamorous bars. Take in these stunning sights and more from the sundeck of your charter yacht during an Adriatic charter.

Get in touch with a yacht broker in the Adriatic Sea

Northrop & Johnson is a leading international yacht brokerage with access to the best and most luxurious yachts for charter, including in the Adriatic Sea. With offices in the heart of Monaco, just moments away from Port Hercule, our yacht charter brokers boast unparalleled Adriatic Sea expertise and market intelligence. We take pride in listening to our client’s needs and crafting exceptional charter itineraries in and around the Adriatic Sea. Rent a superyacht in the Adriatic Sea and enjoy the ultimate vacation on the water. Contact our yacht brokers in Monaco today if you want to charter a luxury yacht in the Adriatic Sea. We will be thrilled to assist you on your yachting journey.

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Charter Highlights Adriatic

• Explore the Venetian canals by tender or gondola
• Take a tour of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
• Take the tender to Vis's Blue Grotto for a swim
• Explore the citadel-style city of Dubrovnik
• Spend the day visiting Kotor Town in the Bay of Kotor

Adriatic Yacht Charter Itinerary

For a full list of all available itineraries & excursions, or to chart your own course please inquire.

Best Yachts for Charter in the Adriatic

Motor yachts for charter in the adriatic, sailing yachts for charter in the adriatic, luxury yacht charter adriatic sea: faqs, what are some of the top superyacht charter destinations in the adriatic sea.

Top superyacht destinations in the Adriatic front area include:

• Croatia yacht charter
• Montenegro yacht charter
• Italy, including Venice, yacht charter

Adriatic yacht charter: Croatia

Croatia is a spectacular yacht charter destination, boasting one of the most dramatic coastlines in Europe. Cruise in Croatia the Dalmatian Coast and drop-anchor at fascinating ancient cities like Dubrovnik, visit ultra-exclusive Hvar, boasting elegant restaurants, luxury, and ultra-hip beach clubs, or island-hop hundreds of uninhabited islands lapped by crystal blue waters. A Croatia yacht charter experience is a true feast for the senses.

Adriatic yacht charter: Montenegro

Montenegro is a growing superyacht hotspot in the Western Mediterranean, and for good reason. Visitors will delight in unspoiled beauty, beautiful clear blue waters, breathtaking mountains and coastline, quaint anchorages, history and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. World-class marinas, including the brand new Marina Porto Montenegro, offer world-class yachting services alongside excellent restaurants, bars, and boutiques catering to the luxury yacht crowd.

Adriatic yacht charter: Venice

Venice is known as the Queen of the Adriatic, a place filled with architectural wonders, history, exceptional works of art, designer boutiques, and superb gastronomic dining destinations. It’s a wonderful destination to start your Adriatic adventure, and nothing quite matches the experience of cruising down Venice’s legendary Grand Canal aboard a stunning superyacht. Take in some of the world’s most spectacular sites, including St Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, and don’t forget to enjoy a private gondola ride, a must-do while in Venice, Italy!

How much is an Adriatic yacht charter?

The cost of an Adriatic yacht charter will be determined by the size of the yacht, its onboard amenities, pedigree, length of charter, cruising itinerary, and time of year. Expect the base rate for yacht rental in the Adriatic Sea to start at US$50,000 per week, rising to over a million for the world’s finest superyachts. Contact the Adriatic charter boat brokers at Northrop & Johnson, and let us connect you with the best crewed charter boats.

What types of yachts can I charter in the Adriatic Sea?

The Adriatic region, including the Adriatic Sea and Dalmatian Coast, is fast becoming a popular luxury yacht charters hotspot, and as such, there is a superb selection of luxury yachts for charter. Northrop & Johnson’s Adriatic yacht brokers have access to the best yachts for charter built by leading European shipbuilders. Our yacht charter offerings allow you to choose:

• A motor yacht
• A sailing yacht
• Multi-hull vessels, such as a catamaran
• An expedition yacht
• Eco-friendly options, like a solar-powered yacht
• Superyachts and mega yachts
• A planing yacht, including sports models
• Full displacement vessels
• A fishing yacht
• A tri-deck yacht
• A flybridge yacht

No matter what type of luxury yacht you want to cruise the Adriatic Sea coastline on, the charter brokers at Northrop & Johnson can connect you with your ideal crewed boat. We have access to the best yachts, including those built by acclaimed yacht builders such as Sunseeker , Westport, Lurssen , Feadship , Oceanco , Amels , Nobiskrug , and Benetti . Contact our team today or browse our luxury yachts for charter.

How many crew members will there be on my yacht charter Adriatic Sea?

The number of crew members members will depend on the size of the vessel; however, you can expect a minimum of four crew members, including a captain, stew or stewardess, private chef, and deckhand. Larger boats, superyachts and mega yachts often boast a crew in excess of 20.

What amenities can I enjoy aboard my luxury yacht charter Adriatic Sea?

Popular yacht amenities include:

• Spacious salons and staterooms, many with en-suites
• Wellness facilities, such as a spa, treatment rooms, beauty salon, sauna and/or hammam
• Helipad on larger superyachts
• Gym equipment
• Tenders and water toys

What's the weather like in the Adriatic?

The Adriatic region typically enjoys hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This weather pattern makes the Adriatic to area a superyacht hotspot during the summer, when you will find some of the world’s largest superyachts in ports. The mid seasons, spring and fall, are also great times to visit, especially for those who would like to experience the Adriatic with fewer crowds and enjoy the sun and slightly cooler temperatures, making outdoor pursuits more comfortable.

Average air temperatures:

Summer (June to August):

• Daytime temperatures: 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F)
• Nighttime temperatures: 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)

Fall (September to November):

• Daytime temperatures: 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)
• Nighttime temperatures: 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F)

Winter (December to February):

• Daytime temperatures: 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F)
• Nighttime temperatures: 0°C to 10°C (32°F to 50°F)

Spring (March to May):

• Daytime temperatures: 10°C to 20°C (50°F to 68°F)

What are some of the best ports in the Adriatic Sea to berth my yacht?

Some of the top ports to choose from in the Adriatic with luxury yacht charters include:

• Porto Montenegro, Montenegro
• ACI Marina Split, Croatia
• ACI Marina Dubrovnik, Croatia
• Marina Frapa, Croatia
• Marina Santelena, Venice, Italy
• Venezia Certosa Marina, Venice, Italy
• Venice Yacht Pier, Venice, Italy

Northrop & Johnson can arrange berths at the best ports in the Adriatic Sea. Contact our team today.

Is the Adriatic Sea good sailing?

Yes, the Adriatic is superb for sailing. When you sail the Adriatic, you will enjoy an incredible getaway, exploring stunning coastlines while only hearing the sound of nature and the ocean lapping at the boat’s hull. If you want to relax and enjoy a sailing adventure, contact our team and book yours today. We have access to the best sailboats, including elegant schooners and racing yachts.

What are some other popular yachting destinations in close proximity to the Adriatic Sea?

Some popular cruising destinations near the Adriatic Sea coastline include:

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• Yacht charter Amalfi
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• Yacht charter Turkey

Get in touch with an Adriatic Sea yacht charter broker

Northrop & Johnson is a leading charter brokerage with access to the best luxury yachts for charter, including ultra-exclusive motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans, expedition vessels, superyachts, and mega yachts built by the world’s leading luxury boat builders. We excel at creating refined vacations on the water and boast in-depth destination knowledge on the best destinations to visit in the Adriatic. Contact our Adriatic Sea yacht charter brokers today, or browse our luxury yachts for charter.

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Best Ocean Boats: Types and Brands to Buy

15th nov 2023 by samantha wilson.

What makes a good ocean boat ? It’s a valid question, commonly asked, but as with many boating questions, there is no one answer. In fact, there is no best ocean boat either. Only the best ocean-going boat for you and what you want it to do. Whether it’s offshore fishing, sailing around the world, coastal cruising, or extended voyages, there will be good boats for the task—and others, not so good. 

Of course there are many characteristics that ocean-going boats will need to have that are different from those designed to ply gentler inland waters where breaking seas, long distances, and inclement weather rarely if ever are a factor. Here we’ll take a look at the types of boats that are designed for the ocean and also look at some of the best ocean boat brands on the market today. 

What Characteristics Do the Best Ocean Boats Have?

Seaworthy in open water and stormy weather: A boat tackling ocean waters needs to be sturdy enough, large enough, and/or nimble enough to navigate the bigger seas and stronger winds that can arise. If you’re tackling oceans, you’ll typically want a boat that is 20 feet long or larger and built with strength. It’s important to know your boat’s limitations, to check the weather carefully before venturing out, and prepare accordingly. Knowing your boat’s range—is it a long-distance, bluewater voyager or a day-sailing coastal boat?—is also key to staying safe. 

Deep-V hulls and deep draft: Most ocean-going boats have deep-V hulls and adequate draft to provide extra stability in turbulent waters, high waves, and bad weather. An exception to that are multihulls, which can offer excellent stability thanks to their multiple hulls and wide shape. In addition to a deep V hull, ocean-going boats are often designed with strakes—molded lines running down the hull of motorboats that help them reach planing speed and reduce the slap from large waves. If you don’t plan to venture offshore or undertake long voyages, a shallow or modified V hull is often ideal for more coastal ocean cruising in shallower waters. 

Corrosion resistance : In contrast to fresh water, salt water is highly corrosive and damaging to boats, and they need to be designed for and maintained to cope with those damaging effects (see our guide to the differences between saltwater and freshwater boats for more advice). Boats designed for salt water will have marine-grade metals such as stainless steel, and must be built with corrosion-resistant hardware.  

Power and fuel capacity : If you’re going to cruise farther, it makes sense that your boat will need a fuel-efficient engine as well as a larger fuel tank to allow you to carry on longer without refueling. Fast boats such as those used for offshore fishing commonly have large powerful engines, allowing you to get to the offshore fishing grounds in less time. For those crossing oceans, sailboats have long been the boat of choice since wind-power is free, if occasionally finicky. 

Sleeping and storage capacity: If you’re cruising long distances, you’ll need to ensure that you have enough cabin space, living space, and storage space for supplies to accommodate all those on board. Bunks will typically be fitted with lee cloths to securely hold sleeping crew members in their berths. Ventilation is also critical, allowing fresh air below decks without bringing sea water along at the same time.

The Best Types and Brands of Ocean Boats

Ocean sailboats.

Sailboats bring the romance to cruising the oceans, and are able to sail motor-less for thousands of miles, making them the top choice when it comes to long range ocean cruising. The choice of sailboat is endless, but it depends how far you want to travel as to how big a sailboat you’ll need. Coastal sailing can be done in most sizes and styles of sailboat, while you’ll ideally be looking for a strong and sturdy sailboat over 35 feet to travel long distances (see our guide to bluewater sailboats under 40 feet for some exciting small sailboat options and what to look for in an ocean sailboat). 

The best ocean sailboat brands

• Hallberg-Rassy has been producing quality ocean-going cruising boats in Sweden for more than half a century. The company’s current lineup of comfortable, seaworthy, premium-priced yachts from 34 to 69 feet LOA.  Hallberg-Rassy boats for sale
• Beneteau ’s impressive range of Oceanis cruisers ranges from 31 to 60 feet and offers spacious, versatile layouts and sound performance at a moderate price.  Beneteau boats for sale
• Jeanneau has produced ocean-capable sailboats for more than 60 years and has a good reputation for building innovative boats that perform well. The company’s current range includes large yachts, small ocean racers, and 35- to 49-foot cruising models.  Jeanneau boats for sale

Hallberg Rassy 400. Hallberg Rassy photo.

Trawler Yachts

Known for their long-range capabilities and excellent fuel efficiency, trawlers are becoming increasingly popular as ocean-going liveaboards. Unlike the fishing vessels from which they draw their name, this new breed of power-cruising yacht typically offers extensive living space, home comforts, and even luxury living, which is highly regarded among many cruising great distances or spending extended periods of time living aboard.  

The best trawler yacht brands

• Nordhavn is a long-standing, all-American brand producing some of the best trawler yachts on the market today. Ranging from 41 feet all the way into superyacht classification sizes, Nordhavn trawlers balance robustness with comfort.  Nordhavn yachts for sale
• Selene is a Dutch brand, building up to 100 world class boats every year. Their impressive inventory includes boats from 40 feet to 128 feet, with their mid-sized models in particular offering excellent use of space and a classic styling.  Selene boats for sale
• American Tugs is one of the best smaller shipyards, with 20 years’ experience producing high quality coastal cruisers under 45 feet.  American Tugs boats for sale

Nordhavn 475. Nordhavn photo.

Center Console Boats

  Center consoles boats are high-powered vessels, commonly used for offshore fishing due to their open deck layout allowing for 360 fishability. Fast, stable, roomy, and well-equipped, they are wonderfully versatile and are available from trailerable 17-foot models up to 45 feet and longer, with cabins and heads. They are typically able to handle big seas and weather, but don’t have the sleeping, living, and storage space of longer-range types of ocean boats. 

The best center console boat brands

• Boston Whaler have been around since 1958 and have one of the best reputations in the center console industry for both their fishing and recreational boats.  Boston Whaler boats for sale
• Everglades is a brand offering 23- to 45-foot center consoles with a clear focus on fishing offshore. It is known equally for premium quality finishings and strong hull construction using high-density foam core to offer a smooth ride in waves. https://www.rightboat.com/boats-for-sale/everglades Everglades boats for sale
• For more check out our article on the best center console boat brands and the best center consoles over 40 feet . 

Boston Whaler 250 Dauntless. Boston Whaler photo. 

Sport Fishing Yachts

Powerful, robust, and equipped to take anglers on deep sea fishing adventures, sport fishing boats are more than capable when it comes to big ocean conditions. They’re capable of cruising up to 100 miles offshore where the big pelagic creatures such as bluefin tuna and marlin live, allowing anglers to fish for several days at a time in comfort. With all the equipment needed for fishing, storing, and living, sport fishing yachts aren’t inexpensive, but you can buy a seriously high-performance yacht for the money. 

The best sport fishing yacht brands

• Viking Yachts has a huge range of world-class sport fishing yachts ranging from towable 38 footers all the way up to 90 feet, although the majority fall within the 45 to 70 feet range. Impeccable finish and extremely high performance is the norm throughout the fleet.  Viking Yachts for sale
• Hatteras Yachts bring elegance and innovation to sportfishing with their four convertible sport fishing yachts from 45 to 70 feet. For more than 60 years, the firm has been creating high-performance sport fishing boats that ooze luxury.  Hatteras Yachts for sale
• Bertram has a long history of building fishing yachts focused on seaworthiness, stability, and safety. The company offers serious blue water fishing machines, as well as smaller, capable boats ranging from 28 to 61 feet.  Bertram boats for sale

For more top fishing boat brands, see Best Offshore Fishing Boat Brands .

Viking 68C. Viking Yachts photo.

Cabin Cruisers

Cabin cruisers make up one of the most versatile and popular of ocean boats as they are multifunctional, seaworthy, and well-designed for coastal cruising. While not normally suited to prolonged periods at sea or long-range cruising, this style of boat features home comforts, modest galley areas, and cabins that can be used for extended trips.

The best ocean cabin cruisers

• Sea Ray are masters in producing small, luxurious cabin cruisers that offer weekends at sea, plenty of home comforts, and reassuring seaworthiness. Their Sundancer range is from 26 feet to 37 feet, and the SLX series goes up to 40 feet.  Sea Ray boats for sale
• Chris-Craft has been producing elegant, traditionally styled cabin cruisers (as well as center consoles) for decades, and their range of boats certainly turn heads. Offering pocket-sized luxury and packed with amenities, they remain one of the best brands in the industry.  Chris-Craft boats for sale
• Grand Banks Yachts is a brand that has shifted over the years from producing what was the iconic ocean-going trawler yacht to a higher-performance luxury motoryacht that fits better in the cabin cruiser category. Design and construction attend to hull shapes, weights, and materials to produce a capable, quiet boat in rough conditions.  Grand Banks Yachts

Grand Banks 54. Grand Banks photo.

Cruising Catamarans

Cruising catamarans are fast gaining popularity for their long-range capabilities as well as their stability and huge amounts of extra living and storage space compared to monohulls of the same size. With salons and cockpits that stand well above the water line you get wrap around sea views, as well as huge cabin and galley space. They’re extremely capable blue water cruisers, but also perfect for coastal adventures with larger groups than you could comfortably get on a monohull. They don’t keel over in the same way as sailboats, offering impressive stability and speed, and are fast becoming a popular choice for around the world cruisers and charter companies. 

The best cruising catamarans

• Fountaine Pajot is one of the biggest names in the cruising catamaran world and are instrumental in shaping this new industry of long range, high performance blue water multihulls.  Fountaine Pajot Catamarans for sale
• Lagoon Catamarans have a huge inventory of cruising catamaran models throughout the size ranges, and are one of the top choices for charter companies.  Lagoon Catamarans for sale
• Leopard Catamarans offer a huge range of top-of-the-range sailing and motor cruising catamarans through boat builders Robertson and Caine. In their 50 years of business they’ve delivered an impressive 2,500 vessels, making them one of the most popular cruising catamaran brands out there.  Leopard Catamarans for sale

Leopard 40 Powercat. Leopard Catamarans photo.

Written By: Samantha Wilson

Samantha Wilson has spent her entire life on and around boats, from tiny sailing dinghies all the way up to superyachts. She writes for many boating and yachting publications, top charter agencies, and some of the largest travel businesses in the industry, combining her knowledge and passion of boating, travel and writing to create topical, useful and engaging content.

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Welcome to Nor’Sea Yacht – We Are Custom Boats & Yacht Builder in Australasia

We adopt industry-leading technologies to get things done. This combination not only ensures that we are desirable but makes us the best option within the industry. We are popular for our Nor’Sea 27 and Nor’Sea 37 yachts which have been described as ground-breaking inventions.

The Shipyard

Centre of Excellence

We are a renowned yacht builder in with several years of experience. We are comprised of a team of experts who have honed their expertise through various creations. This long line of activities is what has culminated in our culture of excellence when it comes to boat building.

Design Process

Regardless of the cost of construction, our yacht designs are constructed with passion and tenacity to fulfil potential owners’ basic needs. They align with your purpose and vision while scaling through the tests of seaworthiness and friendliness, and most importantly, its responses to changes in nature such as wind force.

You are not the only one getting dissuaded from possessing a yacht ride because of the high status in which the common fibreglass yachts are placed. However, the best thing is discovering an aluminium yacht that equally serves the purpose but costs less. Nor’Sea Yachts, have over the years, showed great interest in the production of aluminium yachts.

The interior is just as important as the exterior and often, more valued. As such, at Nor’Sea, we also commit ourselves to ensure that we produce top-notch interior designs for our clients. At Nor’Sea, we create a relaxing environment with an aura of freshness with luxurious and appealing interior designs.

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In Johannes Brahms’ words, without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind. This implies a good team makes a successful project. We are well aware of this, and we prioritise it in our criteria for selecting persons to work with us.

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One benefit of a yacht or any craftwork is the possibility of repair. Today, you can repair your yacht in the event of damage. However, it does not just stop there. You can also refit your yacht to bring it back to life as you would love. At Nor’Sea, we offer this for everyone interested.

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There is nothing truly like having a boat or yacht that is fit for use. However, as you would expect, this requires quite some effort. At Nor’Sea Yachts, this is where we come in by providing service and repair as part of service offering.

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Why struggle much on getting a new yacht when you have an old one lying waste at home? Restoration is all you need to bring back your old yacht alive. At Nor’Sea, we carry out restoration projects at affordable prices.

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• What Life Might Look Like on the World’s Biggest Yacht

On a Tuesday morning in September, a six-foot-long plastic model of a boat sat on the second floor of the Explorers Club, looking a little like a beached Orca, sleek and out of place in the tweedy boardroom. The tiny yacht had traveled to East 70th Street from Los Angeles and, before that, made stops in Monaco and Zurich, Cannes, and West Palm Beach — a prop to entice buyers who can spend $10 million on a cabin in the world’s biggest yacht. If it gets made. The boat will be called the Ulyssia and it’s the passion project of Frank Binder, a billionaire from the Merck clan with a thing for boats (he once owned a shipyard in Monaco). Lenny Kravitz, his friend, is onboard to help design interiors. (“He’s a genius.”)

Binder has been doing a world tour to find other buyers — who might be hard to meet. Maintenance hovers around 3 percent a year, or $300,000 for that $10 million one-bedroom. It’s a big ask, especially for a boat that, if he does get recruits, won’t launch until 2028. To help, Binder brought on two former executives from the World , the luxury liner that was the first — and only — to prove rich people want to live … at sea, all year. (It launched in 2002, is still sold out, and has yet to snag on an iceberg or go bankrupt.)

Renato Chizzola , a senior vice-president for the Ulyssia who worked as the general manager of the World for five years, spoke to Curbed about the terrors of elephant seals and why he once hired Israeli snipers to come onboard.

This interview has been condensed and edited for clarity. 

What did your job on the World look like?? 

I was in charge of lifestyle, expedition, everything — even the kitchen. You have a captain who’s the master of the vessel, and he ultimately will have the last word on safety, security, where we go, where we can’t go. But then you also need to have somebody who has grown up in a galley carrying luggage. I’m 60 in October. When I was 27, I said, “Okay, how can I see the world without having money?” So in 1993, I was hired on the Queen Elizabeth II , then went to hotels, cruises, and in 46 years I traveled to 186 countries. I was allowed to live onboard and basically extend any service, any dream that a resident had.

What’s the difference between this superyacht and the World ? 

The World is now 23 years old. She was created in the late ’80s. She looks like a cruise ship. And the  Ulyssia is a yacht — the designer says this is his masterpiece.

We never had many amenities on the World . Here, we have a deli. We have a library with a card and games room. We have a table-tennis room. We have two paddle-tennis courts all inside, a multipurpose sports deck up there where the helicopters are, two hangers, two submarines to go down to the ocean, seven restaurants.

Then, we have this inflatable marina off the back of the boat. Imagine we’re near Bermuda. It’s a beautiful day. The sea is calm. We stop and we inflate this — it takes an hour — and we have tenders. You can go diving right there off the ship. The sea is yours. This marina is something the World could never ever have done, because there’s no space in the boat to keep that. The World was more elderly, a bit elderly retired. This is way younger. Why? Because we have so many amenities and offer adventure. Here, we are offering fewer apartments with more space. The balconies are huge. Luxury, for them, means space, time and getting whatever they wish, whenever, wherever. Freedom.

Freedom , in a contained location — 

Yes, and in a safe environment, completely protected against any danger. If a resident says, “I want to bring my family there, I want to be safe, I want to have no worries,” safety needs to be core to us. They want the freedom to do what they do at home — to run around with suits, jewelry. And if they are smart enough to say, “I want to go and see real scenarios, not luxury hotels,” they can go places where there’s no luxury and see how the world really works. That’s what this community wants.

Sounds like a security nightmare. 

We will hire ex-Mossad physically, to be on the ship. On the World , we partnered with Marine Guard, one of the world’s best safety and security companies . It provides technical and physical support. And whenever we went to critical places — for example, when we went through the Gulf of Aden, I brought in Israeli snipers to come on the boat. Nobody, no pirate on earth can come in past them. Then on shore excursions, we have every form of security that you can imagine. Satellite images. Images underwater, over water. When we went to Antarctica, to the Northwest Passage — meeting with the Inuits, the Aborigines — you need people who know them. You need people who safeguard you. In the Antarctic, you are only allowed to go with Zodiacs to the beaches. You need people who know that, who know the sea lions, the penguins. We bring them onboard — 20 or 25 people who know everything about every area. And when we do expeditions, we bring on EYOS, one of the greatest expedition leaders in the world, which goes to places like the Titanic .

Is this, like the Titanic , experimental in any way?

No, there are similar yachts. But in four years, when she will hopefully leave port, she will be the greenest yacht of this size ever built. And at that time, we may build for whatever is available in terms of fuel, whether it’s methanol or nuclear. There are vessels already going nuclear, military vessels.

But isn’t this all risky? 

It’s the opposite. You will see more and more environments like this at sea. Why? Because you can escape anything! If there’s an outbreak in New York, a big virus, you just won’t go there. If there’s a war there, you just don’t go there. If there’s a storm, you don’t go there.

So this will be a way for the global elite, basically, to pay to avoid any problem.

Is it going to be a one percent community? Yes, obviously, but they need to do good around the world, otherwise they cannot come to the community.

Imagine the following. We will have a medical center onboard. We have MRI machines. We have a dentistry. Our doctors, when we go to the west coast of Africa, to Senegal, we can have our doctors go out and help. And as we go around the world, we will help to map the ocean floor. We’ll have tools available to measure and send these to oceanic institutions that then take this data. So we are helping to make the world a better place. And that’s the legacy.

How are you going to gauge whether the people who want to live here also want to do good? 

There’s a very tough background check before being allowed to buy. So can it be that a Colombian drug lord or a Russian weapons dealer comes and says, “Oh, I’m going to take ten?” No, that can’t happen. We’re not a community for people from mainland China who don’t speak English and want to spit around. Or aggressive Russians. We are not a community for sheikhs from any Arab countries. And I have nothing against the Chinese and Russians. I love everybody. I’ve been everywhere. But they just don’t fit here, and they won’t come. We want like-minded golf players, tennis players, joggers, bikers, F1 drivers.

We will have roughly 30 to 35 percent Europeans, 30 to 35 percent North Americans, including from Canada, possibly a few from Mexico City, a few from São Paulo. Then we have about 20 percent from Australia, South Africa, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan. Then we expect to have about 10 percent of people from all over, we don’t know where. It could be anywhere.

They’ll need a certain amount of money to get into this boat and I assume, therefore, that you can’t be that picky. 

No, we can’t. But we try to be. It’s a balance. We meet them three, four, five, six times. We invite them, show them something, then they say, “Oh, I trust these people. I believe in them.” It’s a slow process.

Can a buyer get kicked off?

Oh, absolutely.

What’s the justice system?

There’s a board that’s voted in and we have our chairman on the board. Almost all of the members are people who have either been on yachts, have their own yacht, or have led organizations.

If people have their own yachts, why would they sign up for this? 

They might have a beautiful yacht of a hundred meters, but they can’t hire all these education guides, explorers all the time. We have 22 guest suites. Imagine we’re coming to Japan. Blossom season. We bring an ex Japanese prime minister onboard, maybe a three-star Michelin chef. We bring them on, let’s say, three weeks before. And they lecture. We can have experts speak about anything. Volcanoes, health and wellness, food and beverage, politics, archeology.

And they have you, who’s been to 186 countries. 

Exactly. So when I do speak to people who want to buy and invite them for lunch or a coffee, they listen because they know, Oh, this guy has been there. You don’t need to tell them something that you think can happen. You can actually tell them a story. When I went to Antarctica the last time, in 2009, on the way back to the Zodiac, I am walking and these big elephant seals — those are the big guys, like three tons and ten feet long — and all of a sudden, out of nowhere, there’s a big sound like MWUGHOWUGH and a big one came up, out of the sand. I stood there frozen. These are moments when you think, Is this really happening to me? How fortunate, how lucky am I to be able to experience moments like this? And all the wealthy people say the same.

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I visited Astrakhan, the Russian MELTING POT of religions and ETHNICITIES (PHOTOS)

When we entered the ATR-72 twin engine turboprop aircraft for our evening flight from Sochi to Astrakhan, my friend Olga and I were a bit surprised to see the ethnic mix of passengers on board. Nordic, Southern European, Caucasian, Central Asian, West Asian and “typical Russian” features were all visible on the two-hour flight to the city by the Volga. As we were to find out over the next three days, Astrakhan, which has a population of 526,000, is home to members of 104 of Russia’s 120 ethnicities. 

Ajay and his friend Olga on a cold morning

The small airport is just a 15-minute drive away from the city center and we were lucky to find an apartment in a well maintained Stalin-era building literally across the street from the Astrakhan kremlin.  

Walk around the city at night  

Our first task was to try out the much-hyped Caspian cuisine of the city.  Although it was only 9:30 pm on a Friday, the beautifully landscaped area that is near Lenin Square and borders the Kremlin was almost empty. Tastefully lit, the area had a distinct Mediterranean feel. With a bearable cold breeze and crystal clear air, I found the surroundings to be romantic, but my travel partner said she had an eerie feeling, since we hadn’t seen any others in the street. 

As we walked towards the riverside, we found our first Caspian-themed restaurant. Olga managed to calm down over a bottle of white wine and some local delicacies, such as sturgeon from the Volga Delta and ukha , which many restaurants label as the Tsar’s fish soup in their English menus.  

Astrakhan at night

The main activity at night in Astrakhan revolves around the streets leading to the Volga riverfront. This is where the youth of the city go clubbing or bar hopping. There were signs of nightlife in this stretch of the city, but we had seen far bigger crowds in much smaller Russian cities. Locals later told us that they took the pandemic more seriously than their counterparts in other parts of the country and, hence, there were so few people on the streets. 

Feel the diversity on display at the Kremlin 

On my first morning in the city, I set off on an exploratory run and was absolutely impressed with the city center. The square that was empty the previous night was a hub of exercise and sporting activity. Under clear blue skies and warm sun, I saw well-looked after flower beds and trees that had leaves of every fall color. The season of colors had come and gone from the northern parts of Russia in a hurry in 2021, but Astrakhan was still in mid-fall mode in November.  

Church in the Astrakhan kremlin

Later that morning, we decided to explore the impressive white Kremlin that towers over the city center. Standing on the Zayachy Hill, this massive fortress was originally built in the late 16th century and has been modified a few times since. Entry to the Kremlin, which opens at 7 am, is free and there are stalls where you can buy local handicrafts. I couldn’t resist buying a handcrafted wooden fridge magnet with an engraved image of this ancient fortress.  

The Kremlin is a great place to just roam around or sit on a bench and enjoy the great historical ambience, like many locals do, but we wanted to know more about this fascinating and well-preserved monument. So, we took a guided tour of the complex - in a golf cart! The modern-day Astrakhan Region was contested between various groups and empires until the middle of the 16th century, when it became a part of the southward-expanding Russian Empire. A knowledgeable guide shared many historical facts about the Kremlin and the city with us. 

After our tour, we were in for an unexpected audio visual treat. As the sun fought the grey fall clouds and warmed up the temperature to 18°C and the bells tolled from the Assumption Cathedral, a group of teenagers in various ethnic costumes came to the area near the church. Over the next 20 minutes, the colorful group performed a series of dances that reflected the cultures of various ethnic groups who call Astrakhan home.  

Astrakhan's Assumption Cathedral

We first saw a Russian folk dance, followed by a Tatar dance and then a performance of the indigenous peoples who inhabit Astrakhan Region. We were lucky to be in the Kremlin on the day the city was marking Russian National Unity Day . 

This ethnic diversity can be seen everywhere in Astrakhan, but nowhere it is more visible than in restaurants and bars, where you see groups of people from different backgrounds socialising and making merry.  

Ajay at the Astrakhan kremlin

Astrakhan is also known for its religious diversity. We went to two recently-renovated mosques that are just outside the historic city center. Non-Muslims are allowed to visit at non-prayer times. There seemed to be a strong Persian influence in the interior of these mosques, which is not surprising, given the fact that Iran is just across the Caspian Sea. The city also has an Iranian consulate and a Russian-Iranian banking joint venture. Some of the stores in the city sell imported Iranian candy. 

During our three-day stay in the city, we had a chance to get acquainted with people from Dagestan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan. For those from other Caspian states, Astrakhan is seen as a logical entry point to Russia. In fact, several students from former Soviet countries study in the city.  

Enjoy the unique architecture  

The most interesting feature of Astrakhan is that no two streets in the historic center seem to resemble each other. A street full of early 1900s brownish-red brick structures is cut in half by a thoroughfare that has buildings that are a mix of Art Nouveau, Renaissance and Classicist architecture! Similarly, a walk by the outer walls of the 16th century Kremlin offers views of 19th century buildings that seem to have been transplanted from St. Petersburg.  

Tastefully restored building in Astrakhan

Long-term residents say many of the heritage structures in the city were in a state of disrepair, until a decade ago, when Russian President Vladimir Putin took a personal interest in reviving the city, given its strategic location close to the Caspian Sea.  

The victory of the Soviet Union in the Battle of Stalingrad and the resulting halt of German troops advances into southern Russia helped save the older buildings of Astrakhan during World War II. The radius around the Kremlin and riverfront are European in character, but once you cross the canal, a totally different side of the city opens up. These areas have ethnic Persian and Tatar localities, locally known as ‘sloboda’. One gets a feeling of crossing over into an altogether different century when strolling past these areas with their wooden cottages and cosy courtyards.  

While there is a strong sense of community here, the area is lower middle class and, unfortunately, did not seem to have any ethnic Tatar or Persian-style cafes. We were told that the best place to sample this kind of food was the Tatar Bazar, which we could not visit. Locals in these ethnic enclaves apparently preferred to either cook at home or eat at food courts in shopping malls.  

A wooden house outside the center (L); One of Astrakhan's older churches

The classical Russian neighbourhoods in Astrakhan have a wide array of dining options, including an elegant restaurant named ‘Onegin’ (named after Alexander Pushkin’s famous novel in verse ‘Eugene Onegin’), which has 19th century style interiors, chandeliers, paintings of the greats of Russian literature and plays the music of Russian composers Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky. Plenty of other restaurants are themed around the Caspian Sea.  

Spend an evening by the Volga 

It goes without saying that the best place to spend an evening in the city is the riverside promenade. Runners, bicyclists, families, university students and pensioners all converge on this stretch in the early evening, as another day heads off into the night.  

The small islands that are visible from the promenade are home to a variety of birds that rush to find shelter in the trees before nightfall. As the river runs south towards the Caspian, nature is absolutely breathtaking. Visitors to Astrakhan in the warmer months often head to the Volga Delta, which is a biodiversity hotspot and home to various species of flora and fauna.   

We made it a point to catch the sunset by the Volga twice during our brief visit. Few experiences in Russia compare with seeing the red sun set behind the country’s most iconic river. The ensuing twilight paints the skies of Astrakhan with a unique shade of crimson.  

Astrakhan with Olga

Standing by the riverfront on my last evening in the city, my gaze went to the left, where some 100 kilometers south the great Volga empties into the Caspian Sea. This area has always been a major transit point connecting north and south, east and west. For several hundred years, it was the intersection of the east-west trade route north of the Caspian Sea and the north-south trade route down the Volga to Persia. I couldn’t help but think how the city had the potential to become a major business, logistics and tourism hub, if Russia, India, Iran and the Caspian littoral countries put a fresh impetus on developing the International North-South Corridor.   

Astrakhan, as it is, is still a special place where several cultures meet and blend. As a melting pot of religions and ethnicities, no city in Russia (outside of Moscow) represents the sheer diversity of this colossally large country as well as Astrakhan. The city’s communal harmony and amity set an example for many other parts of the world that are struggling to deal with the close interaction of various ethnic groups. 

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Coming to belong – Australia's immigration history C o m i n g   t o   b e l o n g   –   A u s t r a l i a ' s   i m m i g r a t i o n   h i s t o r y    

Even before the First Fleet dropped anchor, the continent of Australia was visited by voyagers from across the seas. While some of them left again, others were forced to stay after experiencing a shipwreck or other calamity.

They came for many reasons. Some were sent around the world on official duty, others braved the journey on their own, arriving in an unknown world. Their journeys contain stories of cooperation, but also conflict and violence.  

The newcomers arrived in waves, often spurred on by rumours and hearsay, leading to events like the 1850s gold rushes. Others sought to escape adverse situations at home, like the social upheavals of the Industrial Revolution in the 19th century or, much later, the effects of the reunification in Vietnam in the 1970s.  

What was originally designed to be a unique British-based culture, separated both from its Asian neighbours and the marginalized First Nations communities, transformed over time into the multicultural society Australia is today.

Convict Transportation

By transporting more than 160,0001 convicts to Australia from Europe, Britain could create an outpost far from home.

When these first Europeans arrived, they did not find an empty land. They were outnumbered by the indigenous Aboriginal people. Based on anthropological data, they could have numbered between 350,000 and 1.25 Million. Their ancestors had lived in Australia for at least 50,000 years and developed hundreds of language groups and myriads of cultural expressions.2  

The newcomers had to rely on First Nations knowledge but coveted the riches of the lands they inhabited. Cooperation could quickly give way to conflict and develop into prolonged frontier wars. It was fascination coupled with ignorance and misunderstanding that led to widening cycles of violence.  

Engraving titled Black-eyed Sue, and sweet Poll of Plymouth, taking leave of their lovers who are going to Botany Bay. This object is a hand coloured satirical engraving depicting two disreputable women taking leave of their equally disreputable lovers. Title reads: "Black-eyed Sue, and sweet Poll of Plymouth, taking leave of their lovers who are going to Botany Bay/ Published May 1794."

Convict transportation.

ANMM Collection

Free immigrants

Convict transportation was one scheme to kickstart new colonies, but some people left for Australia on their own accord. Free settlers chose to migrate to Australia to start a new life, and assisted immigrants were transported there under numerous schemes and programs.  

Braving a dangerous sea voyage of this magnitude was extraordinary for most people of this age. It was the adventurous, but also the desperate, and sometimes delusional, who searched for their luck across the seas. Success was never guaranteed, and early Australian history is full of shipwrecks, near escapes and desperate voyages.  

Hand coloured engraving from the Illustrated London News, 28 August 1852 titled 'The "GREAT BRITAIN" steam-ship leaving Prince's Pier, Liverpool, for Australia' depicting the SS GREAT BRITAIN.

Australian National Maritime Museum Collection

Non-European immigrants – labourers, explorers, enemies

Did you know the Chinese were the third largest migrant group in Australia after those from the United Kingdom and from German-speaking countries in 1901?

Thousands of Chinese people came to Australia, especially during the 1850s gold rushes. When the gold was exhausted, many took up market gardening or established businesses such as restaurants or laundries.

They were not alone. In the second half of the 19th-century, South Sea Islanders were recruited to work on Queensland sugar plantations, Afghan cameleers played a vital role in the exploration of the Australian outback, and Japanese divers contributed to the development of the pearling industry.

Depending on changing politics and the mood in the general population, their success could be short-lived. Unwanted ‘foreigners’ could be quickly deported or marginalized. Industries like tobacco farming, once an area were many Chinese were active until the 1920s, quicky concentrated in the hands of a few white owners.  

Watercolour on paper of Ballarat diggings. The scene depicts a row of tents forming a horizon and flying in total 11 different flags. The tents are dwarfed by large eucalypts in the middle ground. In the foreground are different ferns. To the right of the scene is a bottle shaped brick oven. Below row of tents is a row of winches over mine shafts, each worked by two men. To the right of the brick kiln is a black horse in profile and a two wheeled cart. The drafting of the cart is particularly chinese in character. To the extreme left of the scene is a large coach (Cobb & Co type). Drawn by four black horses. A black dog is standing in profile near the brick kiln. Standing next to the tent flying the French flag is a woman in a blue dress & a child with a brown dog. The row of tents flying flags is reminiscent of views of the cantonese water front showing the various national factories. Dated circa 1853. Traditionally attributed to a Chinese hand.

ANMM Collection. Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds

Lithograph from Read & Co.'s Australian Life series titled 'Australian Life Mount Alexander' depicting the Victorian goldfields. The inscription beneath the image reads 'Australian Life, Mount Alexander / No. 2 / London: Published Feb 15th 1853, by Read & Co. 10 Johnson's Court, Fleet Street'.

ANMM Collection . Purchased with USA Bicentennial Gift funds

White Australia – policies of injustice

Did you know migrants had to pass a dictation test in an arbitrarily chosen European language in order to enter Australia since Federation in 1901?

After Federation, Australia’s newly formed Federal Parliament passed the Immigration Restriction Act, which put strong restrictions on immigration. It was a racist policy, aimed to stop Chinese, South Sea Islanders and others from coming to Australia. The tool to implement these policies at the border was the dictation test. Officials could order immigrants to write down sentences specifically chosen to be insurmountable challenges for them.  

These practices and laws codified the racial biases that were prevalent at the time, but they were not just used against new arrivals. They also served as a tool to deport foreigners that had made Australia their home.  

New migrant initiatives - populate or perish

In the years after World War 2, Australia stepped up its immigration program with the catchphrase ‘Populate or perish!’ It negotiated agreements to accept migrants and displaced people from Europe and supplied assisted £10 passages to British migrants, nicknamed ‘Ten Pound Poms’.  

The migration schemes favoured people that were from Britain and other places in the Commonwealth. Over time, however, Australia accepted people that had been excluded before: people from the Baltics, from Italy, Greece and more and more other countries.  

These more relaxed immigration principles were born out of xenophobic fears. Asian populations continued to outnumber Australia significantly, and it was against this perceived threat that more immigrants were desperately sought.  

The White Australia policy survived these policies for a while, but they invalidated it more and more. People from all over Europe settled in Australia, bringing their languages, customs and beliefs with them. They were expected to integrate, but adding these cultures would lay the foundation for the concept of multiculturalism.  

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'Boat people’

In the late 1970s, just as the last migrants to travel by ocean liner reached Australia, a new wave of seaborne refugees arrived on Australia’s northern coast. Some came from East Timor, fleeing from injustices there, but more and more, the new arrivals were from Indochina.  

Many of those ‘boat people’ were from Vietnam and surrounding countries. They fled the upheavals of the end of the Second War in Indochina, searching for countries that would take them in.  

During the war, Australia had seen a spirited public debate about its involvement in it. Multiculturalism was on the rise but did not prepare the populace for refugees arriving in Australia on their own.  

Despite great opposition, the relaxation of immigration restrictions meant that most of the refugees were allowed to settle in Australia.  

Later, other waves of new arrivals braved the seas, from Cambodia, Laos and southern China, far into the late 1980s and 1990s.    

It is impossible to know how many were lost at sea. Their flight into freedom was dangerous and harrowing, often including assault, murder and rape. Only the lucky and well-prepared made it to Australia’s coast successfully, though rarely unharmed. 

This painting depicts three Australian sailors greeting the refugees traveling onboard the HONG HAI. The Australian sailors occupy the foreground- bottom left, centre and right of the painting. The sailor standing at the left hand side of the group waves an Australian flag; the middle sailor blows a wind instrument, possibly a trumpet or a bugle; and the third sailor has his hands raised above his head. The HONG HAI is located in the midground and is depicted from the portside. Numerous people can be seen standing on the HONG HAI's deck. This is a study for the oil painting 09672.

Seeking asylum by boat

Even today, in the age of air travel, the boat is the symbol of refugees fleeing to Australia. The stories of these refugees are more complex, their journeys even more harrowing.  

Many have long odysseys behind them. It takes them years to reach the point when they can try to brave the sea in less-than-seaworthy vessels, hoping to arrive safely. Professional people smuggling is behind many of these journeys.  

How to deal with unauthorized boat arrivals remains one of the most polarising debates in contemporary Australia.  

The number of those lost at sea each year is still unknown.  

Painting titled: Suitcases by Euan Macleod. The stretched painting depicts a man carrying two suitcases from a small boat on to a beach. He is wearing a red shirt and jeans. This painting reflects upon the traditional owners of the land at Possession Island, Cook's first landing spot.

The Last Leg, an original work of art comprising six boats constructed from wood, steel and brass. This record represents the whole artwork comprising several pieces. See individual records for details.

Immigration today

Immigration to Australia becomes more complex.  

Many prospective migrants learn to know Australia before they decide to stay. They visit as backpackers, holidaymakers or international students or work on short-term visa. Refugees are resettled through special programs. Most have to wait until their application is thoroughly examined. And even though the majority of migrants and ‘proto-migrants’ do not arrive by ship, boats still try to reach Australia.  

While migration to Australia has changed, the reasons why people leave their old lives behind have not. They want to find a place to belong, to call home. It is these journeys that still shape Australia today and will influence and determine its future.  

Do you have questions about our immigration offerings? Do you have an immigration story and want to make your voice heard?  

Contact our Curator Post-war Immigration at [email protected] .

​​Bibliography

Bashford, Alison, and Stuart Macintyre, eds. The Cambridge history of Australia: Volume 1: Indigenous and Colonial Australia. Paperback edition. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2015.

​Peel, Mark, and Christina Twomey. A History of Australia. 2nd ed. Bloomsbury Essential Histories Series. London: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2018.​ 

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Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 has been shelved for nearly a year, but Captain Glenn Shephard is offering viewers an exciting update on the show’s future after First Officer Gary King put things in jeopardy. Throughout the run of Below Deck Sailing Yacht, Captain Glenn has had to deal with the ebbs and flows of his crew in their professional lives, as well as in their personal lives. Throughout Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 4 , Captain Glenn took notice of Gary’s sometimes disrespectful behavior, but after a scandal created backlash against Gary, it could impact the show’s future .

Captain Glenn Shephard shared news about Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5.

While Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 has been filmed for almost an entire year, the season has yet to be released for reasons Bravo hasn’t announced. It seems like Gary’s sexual misconduct allegations, which came out after the release of the last season of the series, are to blame for Sailing Yacht 's lack of new content , but Captain Glenn has shared news about the season. “I think it’s coming soon, but I don’t know exactly when,” Captain Glenn shared with The Standard . “All I can say is, 'It’s coming soon.' We just have to be patient.”

They announced it at BravoCon in November. But then it didn’t air in spring or summer. I think it’s coming soon, but I don’t know exactly when. The network decides that. I get endless questions on social media about it, but all I can say is, 'It’s coming soon.' We just have to be patient.

What Captain Glenn’s Update Means for Sailing Yacht Season 5

The season seems to be coming soon.

Although Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 has been reported to be returning already, there’s been no confirmation or timeline about when it’s coming back to Bravo, which has led to many questions about its whereabouts. While some have been certain that Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 is coming soon, others have wondered about the validity of the confirmation of the show’s return . Captain Glenn seems to be certain that the series will be coming back, though he doesn’t know when it will hit Bravo. With the Captain’s confirmation, viewers should feel confident they’ll see Sailing Yacht again.

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Captain Glenn’s confirmation about the show does come with a caveat, as he’s not totally sure when Below Deck Sailing Yacht will return to the network. Though he appears to know that the next season is coming, the fact that it’s been derailed so heavily has thrown a curveball into the mix. The allegations against Gary came from a Below Deck franchise makeup artist , which made things even more complicated for the team behind the series when reassessing what’s happening with the show. While Gary has denied the allegations, things have been tricky to navigate for the Below Deck spin-off .

Our Take On Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 5 Delay

Below deck sailing yacht shouldn’t return.

Although Below Deck Sailing Yacht has been a staple for the last several years in the Below Deck franchise, the series returning could be a bad look for Bravo . Many have been excited for Below Deck Sailing Yacht season 5 to return, but with Gary’s poor behavior putting a stain on the series, it seems clear that bringing him back to viewers’ screens on Bravo could be a negative for the network. While Gary has been inclined to deny the allegations , seeing his consistently poor behavior on Below Deck Sailing Yacht again could push viewers to look into his past.

Source: The Standard

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