Kelly Wheeler

Travellers to Thailand will witness the manifestation of the island charm; incredible and dramatic scenery, white beaches lined with tropical coconut trees, and a crystal clear turquoise ocean. Yet, the bustling islands offer visitors a taste of something a little different; something exotic that they won’t find elsewhere. And those that are less well-known possess a rare whiff of a time gone by when life moved more slowly.

There’s nothing more liberating than setting sail on the open sea. For thousands of years, the sea has been a life source for millions of people, and an escape from the pressures of life on land. There is a myriad of possibilities when it comes to purchasing and customising a Yacht. Consider a few important factors to help you make some of the main decisions.

An adventure through the Mediterranean can be a life changing journey. Originally used by ancient nations as a trade route, this fantastic sea of the Atlantic Ocean has become a popular holiday hot spot. Every year, countless people tour the Mediterranean in search of unprecedented adventure and exploration.

Derived from the Dutch term “jagen”, meaning to hunt or chase, the word Yacht usually refers to a small, fast craft which is excellent for small voyages and short crossings. Originally this meant a fully rigged vessel that was smaller than a pinnace but large enough to be fully decked over. Defined as such back in 1742, what classified as a Yacht had changed from the years preceding this and would change in the centuries following it.

The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve comprises of over fifty thousand hectares of pristine wilderness and lies adjacent to South Africa’s Kruger National Park. The area is protected and maintained by a non-profit organisation and is home to over 40 mammal and over 360 bird species.

Today the thought of yachts conjures up images of sunbathing, Caribbean holidays and luxury. But not so long ago, these vessels were the simple structures that intrepid explorers called home for many years at a time and transported people to places that they could never have dreamed existed. Yachts like the Santa Maria helped sailors find the North American continent while the Victoria was the first vessel to sail around the globe.

Find out more about the process of selling yachts and what you need to consider in order for a successful sale

Read more about some of the most famous yachts of all time.

Read more about what you will need to take with you and understand in order to enjoy your yacht charter holiday.

Read more about the top five yachts in the world. You'll be amazed at some of the luxurious features!

Read more about the world's largest yacht – the Eclipse – as well as some other exceptional examples of luxury yachts.

Read more about some of the most famous yachts of all time.

Today the thought of yachts conjures up images of sunbathing, Caribbean holidays and luxury. But not so long ago, these vessels were the simple structures that intrepid explorers called home for many years at a time and transported people to places that they could never have dreamed existed. Yachts like the Santa Maria helped sailors find the North American continent while the Victoria was the first vessel to sail around the globe.

Read more about the top five yachts in the world. You'll be amazed at some of the luxurious features!

Luxury yachts are the stuff that dreams are made of and some dreams can be more luxurious and exceptional than others. Read about some of the most unusual features on luxury yachts.

Find out more about the process of selling yachts and what you need to consider in order for a successful sale

Travellers to Thailand will witness the manifestation of the island charm; incredible and dramatic scenery, white beaches lined with tropical coconut trees, and a crystal clear turquoise ocean. Yet, the bustling islands offer visitors a taste of something a little different; something exotic that they won’t find elsewhere. And those that are less well-known possess a rare whiff of a time gone by when life moved more slowly.

Self-cleaning glass sounds a little too much like a fantasy to be believable. But it is a fantasy that many people the world over have indulged, if only for a moment, when they were glaring at a smear on their office window, or perching precariously on a wobbly ladder trying to remove water streaks from an upstairs window. Pilkington, one of the world’s largest producers of glass has developed technology that has made this dream a reality.

There’s nothing more liberating than setting sail on the open sea. For thousands of years, the sea has been a life source for millions of people, and an escape from the pressures of life on land. There is a myriad of possibilities when it comes to purchasing and customising a Yacht. Consider a few important factors to help you make some of the main decisions.

Derived from the Dutch term “jagen”, meaning to hunt or chase, the word Yacht usually refers to a small, fast craft which is excellent for small voyages and short crossings. Originally this meant a fully rigged vessel that was smaller than a pinnace but large enough to be fully decked over. Defined as such back in 1742, what classified as a Yacht had changed from the years preceding this and would change in the centuries following it.

Read more about the world's largest yacht – the Eclipse – as well as some other exceptional examples of luxury yachts.

Find out more about the process of selling yachts and what you need to consider in order for a successful sale

Today the thought of yachts conjures up images of sunbathing, Caribbean holidays and luxury. But not so long ago, these vessels were the simple structures that intrepid explorers called home for many years at a time and transported people to places that they could never have dreamed existed. Yachts like the Santa Maria helped sailors find the North American continent while the Victoria was the first vessel to sail around the globe.

The Timbavati Private Nature Reserve comprises of over fifty thousand hectares of pristine wilderness and lies adjacent to South Africa’s Kruger National Park. The area is protected and maintained by a non-profit organisation and is home to over 40 mammal and over 360 bird species.

Derived from the Dutch term “jagen”, meaning to hunt or chase, the word Yacht usually refers to a small, fast craft which is excellent for small voyages and short crossings. Originally this meant a fully rigged vessel that was smaller than a pinnace but large enough to be fully decked over. Defined as such back in 1742, what classified as a Yacht had changed from the years preceding this and would change in the centuries following it.

An adventure through the Mediterranean can be a life changing journey. Originally used by ancient nations as a trade route, this fantastic sea of the Atlantic Ocean has become a popular holiday hot spot. Every year, countless people tour the Mediterranean in search of unprecedented adventure and exploration.

There’s nothing more liberating than setting sail on the open sea. For thousands of years, the sea has been a life source for millions of people, and an escape from the pressures of life on land. There is a myriad of possibilities when it comes to purchasing and customising a Yacht. Consider a few important factors to help you make some of the main decisions.

Travellers to Thailand will witness the manifestation of the island charm; incredible and dramatic scenery, white beaches lined with tropical coconut trees, and a crystal clear turquoise ocean. Yet, the bustling islands offer visitors a taste of something a little different; something exotic that they won’t find elsewhere. And those that are less well-known possess a rare whiff of a time gone by when life moved more slowly.

Lasik eye surgery sounds extremely complicated, but is actually a simple 30 minute procedure that can eradicate the need for glasses and contact lenses. But, even though the benefits are amazing, the idea of having a red laser pointed at your eye is a little scary! Here’s a breakdown of the safety aspects of Lasik eye surgery and if it’s worth the risk.

Self-cleaning glass sounds a little too much like a fantasy to be believable. But it is a fantasy that many people the world over have indulged, if only for a moment, when they were glaring at a smear on their office window, or perching precariously on a wobbly ladder trying to remove water streaks from an upstairs window. Pilkington, one of the world’s largest producers of glass has developed technology that has made this dream a reality.