DJ Parker has been a leader in the charter industry since 1980. She is currently president of the American Yacht Charter Association. E-mail DJ
Trina Howes has 10 years of experience in the charter industry finding great pleasure in creating the best yachting vacations possible. E-mail Trina
Nicole Caulfield is licensed, bonded, and a longtime member of FYBA and AYCA. She brings a unique perspective as a broker, having worked aboard yachts for nearly 10 years. Email Nicole
Beverly Parsons has been chartering since 1969. She is a licensed, bonded broker and a founding member of the professional groups AYCA and CYBA International. Contact Beverly.
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Onboard the Christensen Motoryacht Party Girl
On January 9, Select Yachts uploaded this report from a visit to the 146-foot Christensen motoryacht Party Girl.
Charter Yacht Big Fish Makes YachtAid Global Relief Delivery
On January 3, the Fiji Times uploaded this article about the charter yacht Big Fish, which delivered $74,000 worth of relief supplies to cyclone-ravaged Fiji.
Churchill Yachts Publishes 2013 Charter Fleet Update
On January 2, Churchill Yacht Partners uploaded this availability schedule for all of its charter yachts going into 2013.
Yachts at St. Barth's for New Year's Eve
On December 31, CultureMap Houston uploaded this article about noteworthy Texans (and others) who spent New Year's Eve aboard yachts at St. Barth's.
Five Great Charter Yacht Chefs
On December 30, YachtWorldCharters uploaded this article by CharterWave's editor about five top chefs in the luxury yacht charter industry.
Crew of Charter Yacht Big Fish Bring Aid to Cyclone-Hit Fiji
On December 23, The New Zealand Herald uploaded this article about the 147-foot Aquos motoryacht Big Fish bringing relief supplies to residents of cyclone-hit Fiji.
Bahamas Yacht Charter Tips
On December 22, International Yacht Charter Group uploaded this informative article about yacht charter in the Bahamas.
Questions Surround VAT Charges for 2013 Charters in France
On December 20, YPI Group uploaded this article about possible VAT charges that could affect yacht charters in France during 2013.
Fraser Yachts Announces New Charter Marketing Technology
On December 19, Fraser Yachts Worldwide announced a new type of charter yacht marketing technology called Augmented Reality. Check out the video that explains how it works (very nifty stuff, indeed):
Antigua Charter Yacht Show Cooking Contest Winners
On December 13, Select Yachts uploaded this article with photos about the winners of the 2012 Antigua Charter Yacht Show culinary competition.
How to Book a Crewed Yacht Charter
On December 1, YachtWorldCharters uploaded this article by CharterWave's editor explaining how to book a crewed yacht charter.
Charter Index Re-Launches Website
On November 30, we received word that Charter Index had just re-launched its website with a swanky new look.
Winners of the 2012 BVI Charter Yacht Culinary Competition
On November 19, Regency Yacht Vacations uploaded this listing of winners from the culinary competition at the 2012 BVI charter yacht show.
New Video of 191-Foot Lurssen Motoryacht Capri
On November 19, Boatbookings uploaded this video featuring the 191-foot Lurssen motoryacht Capri:
Intro to Caribbean Yacht Charter
On November 16, CNN uploaded this article about entry-level yacht charter options in the Caribbean.
Boat International Media Launches CharterFleet Website
On November 10, we learned that Boat International Media has created a new CharterFleet website.
Yacht Charter from Barbados to Antigua
On October 23, Boatbookings uploaded this brief about a charter opportunity from Barbados to Antigua aboard the 64-foot sailing yacht The Blue Peter.
New Charter Yacht Option in Brazil
On October 23, Boat International uploaded this article about the 91-foot Costa Verde motoryacht Vintage, which is now available for charter in Brazil through Oceanstyle by Burgess.
Report: How Tax Crackdown in Italy Hurt Charter in 2012
On October 18, SuperyachtNews.com uploaded this article about how last year's tax crackdown in Italy caused charter yachts to avoid the region, including the popular island of Sardinia, which reportedly saw a 30-percent decline in visiting yachts.
Feature about Megayacht Excellence V
On October 13, Boat International uploaded this abridged feature from its print edition about the 196-foot motoryacht Excellence V, which is available for charter through Sapphire Seas.
Churchill Yachts: Many Owners Now Accepting 7-Day Holiday Charters
On October 9, Churchill Yacht Partners uploaded this blog post explaining that while 10-day minimums were always the norm for holiday charters in the past, many yacht owners are now accepting seven-day bookings for Christmas and New Year's.
On October 3, Nicholson Yachts sent us the link to this video shot by the sailing yacht Plum during her charter season this past summer in Greenland.
Awesome Video Promo for Charter at America's Cup 2013
On October 2, Ocean Independence sent us the link to this promo video for the 2013 America's Cup in San Francisco. Ocean Independence and Fraser Yachts Worldwide are partners in marketing berths for charter yachts at the event. Still plenty of time to book, and here is what you will see.
New Sunreef App Now in iTunes Store
On October 1, Sunreef Yachts Charter announced that its new iPad and iPhone app is available for download in the iTunes store.
DJ Parker has been a leader in the charter industry since 1980. She is currently president of the American Yacht Charter Association. E-mail DJ
Trina Howes has 10 years of experience in the charter industry finding great pleasure in creating the best yachting vacations possible. E-mail Trina
Nicole Caulfield is licensed, bonded, and a longtime member of FYBA and AYCA. She brings a unique perspective as a broker, having worked aboard yachts for nearly 10 years. Email Nicole
Beverly Parsons has been chartering since 1969. She is a licensed, bonded broker and a founding member of the professional groups AYCA and CYBA International. Contact Beverly.
