Atlantic Yacht & Ship – Key West – Gregg Silver May 10, 2010
Fort Lauderdale, FL - Atlantic Yacht & Ship, Inc. Key West broker ‘Gregg Silver' is assisting his two latest clients with after sales vessel outfitting. Gregg closed last month on a 53' Fleming and a 53' Gulfstar, both families are busily outfitting their boats. Gregg said that he's assisting the families with planning trips to the Bahamas and cruising Florida Keys. Please give Gregg Silver a call at (305) 304-4574. You can also visit www.AtlanticYachtAndShip.com
Make a Splash at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival May 4, 2010
Once a year, Cannes in the French Riviera becomes the entertainment center of the world. Supporters of the movie industry congregate to view films, give awards and recognize achievement. It is also the tradition to arrive by yacht, as some of the world's largest and most luxurious superyachts dock along the Jetee Edouard Albert. The highly anticipated Cannes International Film Festival opens May 12th.The twelve day event will feature star power, glitz, glamour and yachts sailing up to the red carpet in the beautiful southern port city... Read More
Enjoy Free Day Dockage at the 20th Anniversary Sunday Jazz Brunch at the Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk April 28, 2010
The SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch has been a festive tradition at the Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk, held on the first Sunday of every month. This Sunday, the City of Fort Lauderdale announces its 20th Anniversary Party! The usual Jazz Brunch hours of 11am to 2pm have been extended to 4pm this week to honor 20 years of celebration with the Fort Lauderdale community. Located on the scenic Riverwalk, the free live outdoor concert series brings the best jazz artists from the area. On May 2, the Sunday Jazz... Read More
The World’s Largest Superyacht Currently Under Construction April 20, 2010
The motor yacht Eclipse is currently under construction and is set to become the world's largest yacht when she is completed and delivered later this year. The details of the superyacht are kept extremely private, but rumors are flying that the owner of the world's largest yacht is Russian billionaire Roman Abrahamovich. The Eclipse first hit the water in June 2009 and is currently being built at the Blohm + Voss Hamburg shipyard in Germany with interiors by the world-renowned London company Terence Disdale Design. The length... Read More
Plans to Improve Canals in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Will Draw Mega Yachts April 13, 2010
As the Yachting Capital of the World, Fort Lauderdale draws in millions of dollars of revenue each year from the yachting industry. The marine industry in Fort Lauderdale creates jobs, brings a world-renowned annual boat show each fall, increases tourism dollars and not to mention boosts demand for waterfront real estate - keeping up property value in the region. That's why it's no surprise that Fort Lauderdale city officials are looking into the dredging of the New River, the main line of access to yachting facilities in... Read More
Florida Legislature Voting on Measure that Sets Tax Cap on Boats at $18,000 April 6, 2010
The House Finance and Tax Council have moved forward with a measure that caps sales tax on boats sold in Florida at $18,000. The tax cap is part of a measure that plans to spend $89 million on tax incentives this year. Under the proposal, all boat purchases are subject to Florida's standard 6% sales tax, but once the tax amount hits $18,000, (the equivalent of a $300,000 boat) the rest of the boat's cost is tax free. If the measure is approved by both houses of... Read More
New “Gold Anchor” Rating System Pushes Marinas to a Higher Standard March 31, 2010
The Marina Industries Association launched its International Gold Anchor rating system in Australia in 2009. The three-to-five gold anchor rating system is designed to suit the Asia Pacific region to provide boat owners and marina users with a simple way to determine which marinas best fit their needs. The rating serves as a quick and easy reference similar to the hotel association's star rating system. Marinas currently utilizing the new rating system are assessed on different elements relevant to consumers such as marina design, condition, services offered,... Read More
Jump Onboard with Atlantic at the Palm Beach International Boat Show March 25, 2010
The 25th annual Palm Beach International Boat show kicks off today in downtown West Palm Beach on the newly revamped West Palm Beach waterfront. The $30 million waterfront, a 12.5-acre site with a large, open green, an events pavilion and native vegetation, was unveiled last month. The Palm Beach International Boat Show is one of the top boat shows in the country. The 2010 Palm Beach International Boat show features 20% more exhibitors than the previous year and more than 500 boats in the show from 8-foot... Read More