Atlantic Yacht And Ship Archive Category: Yachting News

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the "Yachting Capital of the World" will host the 60th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on October 30 - Nov 3, 2019. Every year, the show exhibits a vast array of the industry's latest boats and yachts of all sizes, worldwide debuts, plus a medley of marine products and accessories to enhance the nautical lifestyle. From yacht builders and designers to exotic cars and brokerage yachts, this show has something for everyone! Boats in the Show 130' Westport 2008 105' Hargrave 2006 101'... Read More

  featuring Darius Rucker, Dierks Bentley, Florida Georgia Line, Jamey Johnson, LOCASH, Drew Holcomb, Randy Houser & more A star-studded benefit concert at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium will provide desperately needed funds to relief efforts in the Bahamas following the destruction of Hurricane Dorian last week. Organized and hosted by songwriter Patrick Davis (founder ofSongwriters in Paradise and frontman of Patrick Davis and his Midnight Choir), the Sept. 16 concert will feature some of Nashville’s most talented songwriters and notable artists, including Darius Rucker, Dierks Bentley, Florida Georgia Line, Jamey Johnson, LOCASH,... Read More

Hurricane Dorian Fundraiser This Hurricane Dorian Fundraiser is for HOPE TOWN & ALL OF THE NORTHERN BAHAMIAN ISLANDS... Dorian has absolutely devastated Hope Town and the islands around Abaco... We know for all of us watching from afar this has been one of the more heartbreaking 24 hour stretches ever endured and we cannot even imagine what the people of Hope Town, Marsh Harbour, Guana and the rest of the islands have gone through (and will go through for many many days, weeks, months & years to... Read More

Come see this stunning used 66′ Viking yacht that Chris Carroll has for sale and ready to go! In the first place, this beautiful used 66′ Viking is known as “Insane-O”. Of course, she offers many of the latest and greatest upgrades and features. In fact, the saloon features a day head aft for convenience when fishing. The layout includes three main cabins with heads a fourth crew cabin. Equally, each stateroom has access to it’s own private head. These are just highlights of all this yacht has to... Read More

Atlantic Yacht and Ship announces the sale of "The Rock", a 120’ Ocean Alexander built in 2017 by yacht broker Christopher Carroll who represented the buyer, along with Andrew Miles of Westport and Jack Robertson of HMY who represented the seller. “The Rock” commissioned new in April 2018 by an extremely experienced Owner and Crew. The massive volume is comparable to a  larger yacht with the livability and stance of a 50 meter. Designed by Evan K. Marshall, with the idea of constructing a "mini 160" in a 120'... Read More

Perfect yacht for US Buyer This 67 Grand Harbour is the perfect yacht for U.S. buyer. The 67 Grand Harbour Yacht is berthed at Zea Marina, near the main port of Piraeus, Athens, Greece.   Zea Marina is the most vibrant superyacht marina in Athens and one of the most preferred yacht destinations in Greece.  Zea Marina is the ideal starting point for travel to the Aegean Coasts, the Saronic Gulf, and the island of Crete. Close at hand are the Cyclades, the central group of islands in... Read More

95 Pearl Yacht Pearl 95 makes headlines!   First, the 95 Pearl was awarded “best layout” at the Cannes Yachting Festival.  Then, Yachts International awarded her Best of 2018 overall in her size range.  Now, the 95 Pearl is featured in this month’s issue of Yachting Magazine! It’s no surprise the Pearl 95 is making headlines worldwide!  The Pearl 95 Motor yacht is a true work of art.  Her exterior was designed by award-winning naval architect, John Dixon.  Her interior is a Kelly Hoppen original.  The 95 Pearl Motor yacht combines many... Read More

Are you considering selling your boat?  Here are some tips on how to list your boat for sale.  For starters, to get the highest sale price, you must get your boat in showing condition.   Not surprising, first impressions can make or break a deal!  Get Ready for the Sale What does showing condition mean?  It means the boat must be detailed and in some cases, professionally waxed to bring the brilliance back to the hull.  Also, the interior and bilges need to be deep cleaned to rid... Read More

Effective January 1, 2019, Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach Counties will be charging a 1% Discretionary Sales Surtax on the sales of tangible personal property.  This includes boats!  Fortunately, this tax is only applied to the first $5,000 of the sales amount.  This equates to a maximum of $50 on the sale.   To be clear, this is in addition to the 6% Florida Sales Tax that is applicable to the entire sales amount. In addition to the state sales and use tax rate, individual Florida counties may... Read More

22nd Annual Key West Poker Run: The Key West Poker Run is November 4 -10, 2014! Boaters from around the world will be converging on South Florida to make the 170 mile run from Miami to Key West.  Participants will race to several checkpoints throughout the scenic Florida Keys (including Key Largo, Islamorada, and Marathon) to collect their poker playing cards, refuel, and socialize. The big thrill of the Poker Run comes during the final leg of the run, from the Bahia Honda Bridge to Key West.... Read More