Boat International US Edition

BOAT International US Edition is the leading magazine for American big boat owners. Originally launched as ShowBoats International in 1983, it has established itself as an indispensable guide for discerning, affluent buyers in the multi-billion dollar US luxury yachting market. From its base in Fort Lauderdale, the international yachting capital, BOAT International US Edition delivers the definitive inside stories on the remarkable yachts, the outstanding owners and the exceptional wealth that shapes this multibillion-dollar industry. Its readers include high-net-worth yacht owners and industry leaders. BOAT International US Edition is the must-read for achievers and aspirers, covering the breadth of the megayacht industry and the fabulous lifestyle that accompanies it.

Boat International US Edition

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Making Memories • A brand-new 197-foot Limited Editions Amels 60 has embarked on its maiden voyage

News • Hinckley expands in Maryland / Bayesian salvaged from the sea floor Savannah entices superyachts / brokerage market insights

SPOTLIGHT: NEW TO THE MARKET

Hinckley Yachts expands its footprint

Savannah rising • Propelled by a brand-new marina, this historic southern city in Georgia steps into the yachting spotlight, says Terry Ward

SPOTLIGHT: SERIOUSLY FOR SALE

Rocky road to smooth sailing • Gabrielle Lazaridis makes sense of a tumultuous opening to the superyacht brokerage market in 2025

A SCOUT READY FOR ANYTHING • The beautiful new flagship from Scout Boats is the result of an intriguing collaboration, Cecile Gauert says

A decade of distinction • Over five days in May, the Mediterranean Yacht Show - the world’s largest crewed yacht charter show - celebrated its 10th edition in style, with almost 100 superyachts and crews traveling to Nafplio, Greece, to mix with industry peers against a backdrop of the Palamidi Fortress

Hoop dreams • From balls and baskets to books and shorts, we’ve picked out all the gear you need to make that slam-dunk on deck

All in good time • The latest and greatest in watches and high jewelry in 2025

The joy of gems • The new high jewelry collections from the world's great makers are a rainbow-hued tribute to multi-faceted delights, says Kim Parker

The best of times • Simon de Burton takes a look at the most coveted new watches to wear this year

SET COURSE • With summer in full swing, Belle Rice selects this month’s essential events in your favorite superyacht hotspots

Keeping watch • Experts in the recovery of stolen watches tell Ming Liu what you should do if your favorite timepiece goes walkies

Once upon a time… • High jewelry and storytelling meet in these imaginative timepieces

“Hey, I have a crazy idea…” • How an Indonesian phinisi was conceived during a global lockdown

Jasmine Chong and Jason Tabalujan • The divergent life paths of this brother and sister converged in the ultimate pandemic project, the phinisi Celestia, learns Terry Ward

Jasmine timeline

Members Logbook • Losing a mooring to the King of Norway, and the joy of a regatta founded on friendship

A taste of Bermuda • One year ahead of the Rendezvous, Owners’ Club members were given a preview of the island's charms

MY LIFE IN BOATS Thierry Verstraete • Traveling the world by boat gave the Belgian entrepreneur a new perspective, learns Kate Lardy

ALL HAIL THE KING • Why does a leading London restaurateur and experienced charter guest call King Benji the most momentous superyacht experience yet conceived?

FLYING SOLO • ULTRA-CUSTOMIZED FDR AN ADVENTURE-HUNGRY OWNER, THE 144-FOOT MAVERICK REBELS AGAINST TRADITIONAL OWNER-CREW OPERATIONS. KATIA DAMBORSKY RECOUNTS HOW...