‘Nautical tourism is no longer a niche’: Industry leaders urge Europe to support recreational boating
The European Boating Industry (EBI) has taken part in a breakfast debate titled ‘EU Water-Based Tourism on the Rise:...
Marine tourism
Latest industry news about marine tourism. Which boating companies are invested and investing in this rapidly growing sector, where they are in the world, and what they are doing. Including articles about catamaran charters and boat rental companies.
Eastern Med takes lead as clearer charter rules shift superyacht traffic – but for how long?
The eastern Mediterranean is quietly taking command of the region’s superyacht economy. Greece and Turkey have recognised that the...
Video: Replica of Christopher Columbus’ ship vanishes beneath the waves
Marigalante, a replica of Christopher Columbus’ galleon (Santa María), which has been used as a tourist attraction for circle...
Helm’s new Anchor brand aims to scale bareboat and skippered charter operations
Helm, which operates as a yacht charter brokerage, has launched a new yacht charter brand, Anchor. The idea is...
Safety on commercial RIBs is a persistent issue, says MAIB, as passenger left paralysed
“Safety on commercial RIB operations is a persistent issue that the industry can do more to address,” says Andrew...
Red Sea yachting rules aim to boost responsible tourism
The Saudi Red Sea Authority has introduced a set of regulations to support the growth of its recreational yachting...
Electric drives bring elephants to the hull – RAD’s quiet system key to wildlife photography
With its animal-rich landscapes and dollar-rich tourists, the continent of Africa is ripe for sustainable marine businesses willing to...
Orient Express floats-out world’s largest sailing yacht
Orient Express Sailing Yachts has celebrated the float-out of Orient Express Corinthian. This operation formally ushered the world’s largest...
Video: Tourist boat carrying 89 passengers capsizes in Bali
A tourist boat, Tanis, has capsized in Bali with 89 passengers and crew onboard. Initial police reports suggest that...
Italy enjoys uptick as charter destination despite US tourists delaying bookings
Dream Yacht Worldwide has highlighted which sailing destinations are gaining in popularity this year among its American travellers who...
ICOMIA podcast: Wyndham Tops, Red Sea Global, on the Gulf’s rapid evolution as a marine destination
The Gulf region is witnessing a rapid evolution in its leisure marine sector, led by coordinated industry efforts through...
