Marinetek pontoons are now available in India. However, the term “pontoons” is not widely known in India and the alternative designation, “floating jetties”, has been adopted by the company. The Marinetek Group is one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers, and installers of floating jetty systems and operates under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. The…
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India Yacht Page Performance Report 2012-13
India Yacht Page started off the 2012-13 boating season on a progressive note by communicating with and visiting international boat shows and gathering trends and developments in boating from around the world. Insights from the way boating advances in other nations can throw light on the way ahead for the boating industry in India. In…
Rolex Swan Cup Caribbean: Perfection In Paradise
Hosted by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in Virgin Gorda, the inaugural Rolex Swan Cup Caribbean attracted a full fleet of Swans from all over the world to the stunning British Virgin Islands for four full days of racing and cruising, whilst socialising shore side in ClubSwan style. The inaugural ‘Rolex Swan Cup Caribbean’ marked…
Yacht Maintenance Checklist For The Monsoons
The boating season is winding down and it is time to start thinking about protecting your valuable recreational asset. The time and effort you spend now will have a definite effect on your boat’s performance, or lack of it, and certainly save you time, effort and money come next season. You should remember that your…
Make Your Boat Stand Out With Classy Boat Name Graphics
Your boat is a reflection of you, who you are, your taste and your personality. You take great care and pains in naming it just right….and we can help you to go that one step more… We custom design vinyl boat names that will add charm, vivacity and that touch of class you are looking…
SUP – Stand Up Paddling Is The New Sport In Town!
Just seven years ago, stand-up paddle-boarding was a barely known, old-school tradition practiced by serious water men who wanted to connect to the roots of surfing. Today it’s a bonafide mainstream sport that’s migrated inland from beaches to Middle America, where it can feel more like an outgrowth of flat water kayaking. Long, slender, almost…
Lt Cdr Abhilash Tomy Talks Of His Mission Sagar Parikrama 2
If you want to know your soul, you must experience sailing. In our interview with Lt Cdr Abhilash Tomy, 1st Indian, 2nd Asian & 79th Sailor to Non-Stop Circumnavigate – solo, we bring you a few comments from the sailor himself. He set sail from Mumbai on November 1, 2012 as part of the Sagar…
Abhilash Tomy, First Indian, 2nd Asian & 79th Sailor To Non-Stop Circumnavigate – Solo!
India’s first non-stop solo sailor Lt Cdr Abhilash Tomy arrived at the Gateway of India in South Mumbai on Saturday, 6th April’13, after completing the Sagar Parikrama-II expedition around the world. With the Navy having made preparations to accord a grand welcome to Lt Cdr Tomy on his arrival in Mumbai, Defence Minister AK Antony,…
Best Of ‘Kattu Marams’ Aka Catamarans In India
Catamarans are one of the oldest and most popular sailing vessels in history. Their simple and unique design has enabled them to be both swift and stable as they move through the water. A catamaran is composed of two hulls secured together by a frame and was originally created by the Paravas people on the…
Yacht Marinas & Waterfront Real Estate Come To India
Imagine holidaying where Yachts are docked at a riverfront or seafront villa and hotels in India! “Many of India’s upper middle class have experienced yachting overseas and are willing to pay the price to experience it in India. Many real estate developers have riverfront and bay-front land parcels but they are yet to encash the…
A Guide To The Best Luxury Yacht Charter Destinations Around The World
Although the two most prominent areas for luxury yacht charter are the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas (and in fact many top yachts charter in both areas according to the season), luxury yachts of excellent quality can be found the world over, including exotic new destinations such as Thailand, the Seychelles, the Amazon, the Northeast Passage,…
Sea-Kayaker Sandy Robson: First Woman To Paddle Along India’s Coastline
Free spirit Sandy Robson is kayaking alone from Germany to Australia – a distance of 50,000 km. She began her journey in May 2011 and has so far covered 6,000 km. In the process, she will also become the first woman to paddle along the Indian coast – from Gujarat to West Bengal, from where…
Seeking Exotic International Holidays: Charter A Luxury Yacht With Oceanstyle
OceanStyle by BURGESS offers a vast portfolio of charter options and an enticing range of worldwide destinations. Their informed charter team are able to devise a bespoke itinerary to ensure each charter experience surpasses even the highest expectation, whether escaping with the family, exploring with friends or entertaining corporate guests. They start with identifying and…
Superb Traffic On India Yacht Page – Here’s How We Did It!
The number of visitors per month on India Yacht Page has been steadily increasing. Growing traffic and sales online is a completely different ball game and having a well designed, professional website is only half the story. You need the traffic to go along with it to get any real traction. The four pillars that…
7 Day Explorer Kite Trip By KitesurfIndia: They Found Wind In India!
Kiteboarding is the ultimate water sport! The speed of water-skiing, the tricks of wakeboarding, the carving turns of surfing, the quiet freedom of sailing, and the jumping and flying that out does them all. Some people call it Kiteboarding, others called it kitesurfing. The words are pretty much used interchangeably. Other names for the sport…
Rent Boats & Boutique Villas In Alibaug For The Summer
It’s an out-of-the-world experience just 20 minutes from the city. Luxurious Mediterranean style boutique villas in Alibaug are available on rent and make for that perfect weekend out in the summer holidays. A quick speed boat ride will whisk you away from the Gateway of India to the village of Mandwa across the Mumbai harbour….
Catamaran Charters With Blue Bay Marine In Mumbai: High On Fun & Safety!
A charter aboard a cruising catamaran is like a little bit of heaven. Sail, swim, laugh a lot, feel the soft breeze on your face and see the sunsets and the romance of spectacular night skies. A fully crewed catamaran with special food and beverages and a range of water toys gives you a yacht…
Do I Need A New Sail?
Your Sailmaker designed the ideal sail shape for your boat, the type of sailing you enjoy and your local conditions. The design was based on using a cloth that best suited your application when new. Over time your cloth has deteriorated, reducing its ability to resist the stretching forces on your sail and so loosing…
Land Sailing – World’s Fastest Growing Sail Sport
Land sailing, also known as sand yachting or land yachting, is the act of moving across land in a wheeled vehicle powered by wind through the use of a sail. The term comes from analogy with (water) sailing. Historically, land sailing was used as a mode of transportation or recreation. Since the 1950s it has…
Pack Your Boats Folks!
How would you like to get away from the bustling shores and go exploring the waters with your family and friends carrying your boat in a Bag-pack? Road trips are passe! Pack your inflatable kayaks and hop onto a boat as we take you on an escapade along the coastline of Maharashtra!. We suggest you…