For the first time in history, it is now possible to undertake a training course to gain a Pilot Exemption Certificate when cruising in New Zealand’s Fiordland. Developed in association with Southland’s Regional Maritime division, this exemption to pilotage laws is set to boost superyacht cruising in the country and is available to superyachts via […]
Asia Pacific Superyachts (APS) has recently reported several considerable changes to policy for visiting yachts to Indonesia which, the company state, is set to dramatically improve the ease of cruising in the region. Six changes were announced: Foreign yachts only need clearances at first entry and last exit ports; domestic clearances are not necessary. The SPB sailing […]
Just south of Thailand’s border and just 98 NM from Phuket is a Duty Free port for Superyachts. Word is spreading amongst the global Superyacht community that Langkawi, Malaysia with its unrivaled facilities and natural beauty. The island of Langkawi offers a wealth of cruising opportunities from the surrounding ninety-nine islands, visiting yachts will find many white sand […]