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The Palma International Boat Show 2023 opens the Mediterranean nautical season from Palma’s Moll Vell, in the centre of the island’s capital. The show will feature some of the finest superyachts on the international brokerage and charter market.

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Hosted in the heart of the French Riviera, the Cannes Yachting Festival 2023 welcomes boating enthusiasts to join the meeting point of some of the most beautiful yachts and sailboats in the global fleet. Representatives from renowned shipyards, yachting media, leading brokerage houses and the wider industry will be in attendance, providing information and networking opportunities.

Cannes Yachting Festival 2022

Cannes Yachting Festival 

St. Barths Bucket Regatta

St Barth's Bucket 2023

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A guide to the yachts attending Palma International Boat Show 2023

SYT takes a look at the largest yachts attending this year's Palma International Boat Show.

The superyachts attending the Palma International Boat Show 2023

Now the world is reopening, many are looking forward to visiting the holiday destinations they have been yearning for during the Covid-19 lockdown. There are plenty of options to choose from – but those offered by charter agency <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4440" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exmar Yachting (Company)">Exmar Yachting</a> provide a chance to do something different. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175773/image/large-5a90a9337a8d08baa894d32e9a0f54df.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175773">With a fleet of yachts kitted out with unique sports gear, Exmar’s adventure-focused charter experiences are already a firm favourite for regular charterers. For example, with her 4.1-metre Cholamark RIB, diving store, waterskis, sailing dinghy, kayaks, windsurf, surf and paddleboards, plus inflatables and fishing gear, the 42.2-metre schooner catamaran <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1914" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Douce France42.2m (138'5&quot;)Alu Marine1998">Douce France</a>is one of the agency’s top picks for those looking for an action-packed charter. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/106092/image/large-c11e5065603389d906a71d3bed16db0c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/106092" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Currently based in French Polynesia, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1914" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Douce France42.2m (138'5&quot;)Alu Marine1998">Douce France</a> is ready to take up to 12 guests around New Zealand who, when they’re not surfing, skiing or fishing, can enjoy the festivities of the America's Cup. Her cruising itinerary this winter continues along the South Pacific Islands and on to Solomon, New Caledonia, Vanuatu and Fiji. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173916/image/large-d3a92f16c5545dc6d8acc34cbad6fd7f.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173916">Also in the region is the highly-rated 23.9-metre Sunreef catamaran <a href="http://www.exmaryachting.com/en/yachts/levante" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Levante</a> who, despite her smaller size, has enough space for up to 10 guests who can make use of a host of fun toys, including an on board kitesurf kit and extensive surf gear. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175770/image/large-9afd9b474e63016d3e77eb0aa3fbf23f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175770">Moving onto the northern hemisphere to the idyllic islands of the Maldives, the eco-conscious 38-metre motor yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Searex38.0m (124'8&quot;)Tropical Adventure Maldives PVT LTD2017">Searex</a> is available all-year-round with an itinerary perfected for cruising in the region. With space for up to 16 guests on board, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5896" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Searex38.0m (124'8&quot;)Tropical Adventure Maldives PVT LTD2017">Searex</a> and her crew spend their days exploring the world’s best dive spots thanks to her accompanying 19.8-metre Dive Dhoni. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/176517/image/large-61c6a3cedf18de866a5b851ad55f7494.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/176517">The contemporary design of the 38.75-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7571" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Azalea38.75m (127'2&quot;)Damietta Shipyard2015">Azalea</a> is the perfect yacht for those who want to work out and wind down. With a layout that boasts a spacious swim platform, a slide and seapool, a sundeck with a 6-person Jacuzzi, sunpads and plenty of media and entertainment facilities – including her very own photolab – guests, especially families, will be perfectly situated to make the most of the Maldives. The 13-strong crew is also always keen to organise surf trips or exclusive yoga and dive excursions. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173894/image/large-54ab391493782501f33dd4a0dab13e20.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173894">The 28.93-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady 828.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Lady 8</a> will be found in the Caribbean this winter, turning heads with her sleek lines and graceful nature courtesy of designer Phillippe Briand. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Lady 828.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Lady 8</a> is a genuine bluewater cruising sailing yacht, delivering exhilarating sailing speeds and the opportunity to partake in a local regatta with her keen crew who are always up for the challenge. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175772/image/large-2b30a51ba49b836197e3819e0614c855.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175772" style="box-sizing: inherit; border: 0px; font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, sans-serif; position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 1rem 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">For something a little different, charterers can try the 28.95-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cartouche28.95m (94'12&quot;)H2X Yachts & Ships2010">Cartouche</a>, who is also in the region, serving up kitesurf trips and lessons. With two full-time coaches on board and brand-new kiteboarding gear, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/7478" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cartouche28.95m (94'12&quot;)H2X Yachts & Ships2010">Cartouche</a> offers the perfect adventure getaway. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/173854/image/large-722d1596f30d57d22081ad30d9afbe73.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/173854">The Caribbean is also currently home to the sailing catamaran <a href="http://www.exmaryachting.com/en/yachts/crocodile-daddy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Crocodile Daddy</a>, who has earned the reputation of being a fine choice for a luxury charter. Guests have the option to come aboard in time to watch the Crocky Cup, or join in themselves on one of the ship’s sailing dinghies.&nbsp; With over 50 yachts available to charter, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4440" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Exmar Yachting (Company)">Exmar Yachting</a> has perfected the art of mixing sports and relaxation in the world’s most beautiful destinations. To find out more, contact the company directly using the information below.&nbsp;<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/175774/image/large-69e88611ab8b1f17ec4bb3187a2930fc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/175774">

Get fit this winter with one of these sporty yacht retreat charters

Here are some fun options for a yacht retreat holiday that you have been yearning for during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Get fit this winter with one of these sporty yacht charters

The 28.93-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> (ex: Infinity of London and Infinity of Cowes) has found a new owner thanks to Hans van Doornmalen from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> representing the seller and Will Bishop from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/206" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="YPI (Company)">YPI</a> introducing the buyer.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96395/image/large-11276dae9ec97a162f1843c175b2eb5e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96395">The modern sloop was built by the French shipbuilder <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/597" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux (Company)">CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux</a> in 2008 to the naval architecture and exterior designs of the London-based designer <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a>, while Dutch studio <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> completed her interiors. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96403/image/large-9ff0ebca9eb9670f1734635c69edb322.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96403"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/96402/image/large-2822bbb7550b39ded73d36c577c298cd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96402">The 88GT all-aluminium yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> can accommodate up to eight guests in four cabins comprising a full-beam master stateroom, two double staterooms and a twin stateroom. A crew of up to four can cater to the needs of her guests.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96399/image/large-038560b183180a88342ee556a06703a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96399"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> joins her new owner following an extensive refit completed in 2019 which saw her receive a fresh coat of paint, brand-new sails and teak decks, as well as an interior revamp. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> also had new generators installed and all of her major equipment serviced. <img src="/uploads/store/photo/96392/image/large-2095ed141ee88db3e8f9299dae2c24ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96392"><img src="https://sya.superyachttimes.com/uploads/store/photo/96389/image/large-1ad7079e602f7c00733050e01ecbbef3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96389"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> is equipped with a <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1483" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cummins Inc. (Company)">Cumins Inc.</a> 6CTA8 3M3 diesel-fuelled engine with 270hp that enables her to reach a maximum speed of 10 knots and a cruising speed of 9 knots. During the time that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> was listed as a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>, she had a final asking price of €2,490,000.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96397/image/large-100ac65168baea28e2dde23b68d18851.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96397"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/96396/image/large-7d5c2d23d2a8c40c19a2a2721dfcece2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96396">

29m CNB sailing yacht Infinity sold

After spending 150 days on the market, the 29m CNB sailing yacht Infinity has found a new owner.

29m CNB sailing yacht Infinity finds new owner

The 28.93-metre sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a> (Ex: Infinity of London and Infinity of Cowes) by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/597" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux (Company)">Construction Navale Bordeaux (CNB)</a> is currently listed as a <a href="http://superyachttimes.com/yachts/for-sale/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">yacht for sale</a>. The <a href="http://superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a> was built in 2008 and her naval architecture and exteriors by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/53" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Philippe Briand Ltd. (Company)">Philippe Briand</a> and interior design from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/15" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Vripack (Company)">Vripack</a> has been extensively refitted earlier this year.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96396/image/large-7d5c2d23d2a8c40c19a2a2721dfcece2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96396"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/96397/image/large-100ac65168baea28e2dde23b68d18851.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96397">The refit of this <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/cnb-construction-navale-bordeaux/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">CNB yacht for sale</a> included an all-over fresh paint job, brand-new sails and teak decks and a detailed interior refurbishment. <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/infinity-29m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Yacht Infinity, for sale</a>, also has had new generators installed and all her major equipment serviced.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96403/image/large-9ff0ebca9eb9670f1734635c69edb322.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96403"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/96392/image/large-2095ed141ee88db3e8f9299dae2c24ba.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96392">Eight guests can sleep onboard <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a>, a <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a>, across four staterooms, including a full-beam master suite, two doubles and a twin stateroom. The <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/cnb-construction-navale-bordeaux/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">CNB yacht for sale</a> can also house four crew.<img src="/uploads/store/photo/96399/image/large-038560b183180a88342ee556a06703a3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96399"><img src="/uploads/store/photo/96389/image/large-1ad7079e602f7c00733050e01ecbbef3.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/96389"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Infinity28.93m (94'11&quot;)CNB - Construction Navale Bordeaux2008">Infinity</a>, a custom-built <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/yachts/sailing/for-sale" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">sailing yacht for sale</a>, has cruised the Pacific, Caribbean, Newfoundland and Labrador, northern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Arctic. She is capable of reaching top speed of 10 knots or cruise at 9 knots and is currently available for viewing in Sanremo.

CNB’s 29m yacht Infinity on the market

New to the market: yacht Infinity for sale! She is a 29-metre CNB built in 2008, accommodating up to eight guests and four crew.

29m CNB sailing yacht Infinity for sale