Phuket is seeing an ever-increasing number of yachts and cruise liners either berthing temporarily at its marinas or offshore, with as many as 159 vessels entering and leaving its waters in 2023, according to statistics released by the Transport Ministry, as reported by The Nation newspaper in an article published April 15, 2024. The article, […]
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Sri Lanka’s Premier Marine Destination Master Plan
“Sri Lanka is poised to embark on a journey to position the island country as a premier destination for marine tourism, with the plan to be implemented before the end of the first quarter”, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) Chairman Chalaka Gajabahu said. Assuring proactive measures, Gajabahu revealed that the Ministry has crafted a […]
Cruising Paradise in the Gulf of Thailand
Once the Gulf of Thailand’s Koh Samui and nearby islands, Angthong Marine Park and diving mecca Koh Tao have been explored, yachts & superyachts are cruising on to the modern Ocean Marina Jomtien in Pattaya. The largest international-standard marina in all of South East Asia, established in 1989, provides safe anchorage for yachts up to […]
Asia Pacific’s Maldives & Seychelles ‘Top Yachting Destinations’
OceanBeachBulletin.com, a beach resource to learn about the best destinations for a seaside getaway, recently announced their top six global destinations for fans of luxury sailing. Reporting that luxury sailing is an experience few can shake once tasted, the Bulletin noted two ingredients are vital to a successful experience. First, the vessel and then the […]
Thailand’s ‘Best Marina Berth Facilities’ awarded Ocean Marina Jomtien
Ocean Marina Jomtien on Thailand’s eastern Gulf Coast has been awarded “Best Marina Berth Facilities in Thailand” at the prestigious Robb Report ‘Thailand Best of the Best Yachting Awards’ during the January 2024 Thailand Yacht Show. With over 450 modern berths and providing safe anchorage for yachts up to 75m, Ocean Marina Jomtien is Southeast […]
Maldives magical underwater world adds new experience
Four Seasons Resort presents amazing “Underwater” Manta Experience International visiting yachts & superyachts will find a new experience awaiting all after arriving at the Maldives. The Maldives’ first Hologram Room recently opened at Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru, offering a magical “underwater” manta experience for the whole family, and no one gets wet! Unique hologram […]