If you are currently the owner of a yacht, then there is no doubt that you have an appreciation for the finer things in life. A yacht is the perfect opportunity to for you to sulk in all of the glory and majesty that the transcendence of human development has to offer.
However, if you are a yacht owner, then you are also surely aware that the yacht itself is just the tip of the iceberg—in order to truly be living the good life, you will also need to indulge yourself with all of the luxury accessories that the community has to offer.
With the end of the year—and the peak of the holiday season—it is the perfect time to invest in the gifts that you’ve really had your eye on. These gifts can change the way you live your life and also improve your overall aesthetic.
As has become a yearly holiday tradition, the team at NAVIS has decided to work together and create the ultimate luxury gift guide for each of our loyal readers to enjoy. Whether you are purchasing these gifts for yourself, your family, or your friends, this list will be an excellent way for you to begin your search.
Jewelry, Watches, and More
There is no doubt that jewelry is a timeless gift that will impress people of all varieties. As we have had the opportunity to explore the world, we have been able to discover some of the world’s most beautiful and spectacular jewelry brands.
One of the best brands in the world, we’ve found, has been Giberg Jewelry. This particular Swiss company hand-selects each of the gems that it includes in its pieces and—in addition to the more traditional forms of jewelry—offers a wide range of products that cannot be found anywhere else in the entire world. From unique, multi-faceted watches to sculptures that are entirely made of jewels, these gifts “created for eternity” will create an unprecedented impression on whoever is lucky enough to receive them.
The Ultimate Interior Design Products
Interior design is another component of the luxury world that you and your loved ones may have the opportunity to enjoy. Whether you are purchasing these gifts to be used in your home, on your yacht, or any other space, there are undoubtedly many innovative new products available for you to select from.
Preciosa is a company that has been creating chandeliers and other lighting products for nearly 300 years (dating back to 1724). The innovative Preciosa Pearl Wave is a highly personal lighting product that debuted at the Monaco Yacht Show and has already demonstrated a capacity to illuminate a variety of different environments. Discover the captivating joy of light with this smart installation which interacts with the sound your special moments.
Elsewhere, if you are looking to improve the interior of your home or yacht, Adeum Cinema Suite will help you create a truly exceptional cinematic space. Adeum create exclusive and highly personalized environments in which the audio/video experience is always brought to the highest levels in terms of quality and performance.
Innovative Technology Products
One of our favorite brands of this year has been Nanoleaf. This company is committed to offering high-quality products that are capable of enhancing and effectively illuminating whatever space you might be in. The Nanoleaf Light Panels are a modern, personalized lighting option that features literally millions of different colors and are highly compatible with all of the latest smart home technologies. Similarly, the Nanoleaf Rhythm is an add-on to the Nanoleaf system that is capable of synchronizing with all sorts of music, creating both a visual and audio experience that will truly be remembered.
One of the most common pain points experienced by global travelers—particularly by those who spend much of their time moving between different locations—is having access to reliable internet. If you are someone who is frequently away from an area with a quality Wi-Fi connection, then you have probably noticed the pain you feel when you lose your connection with the outside world.
Fortunately, in response to these issues, Skyroam has worked to develop a new service and vending system designed to increase access to the internet during times of travel.
On our most recent trip to Europe, the NAVIS team decided to test the Solis and see if Skyroam’s products could actually live up to their reputation. We conducted tests in Spain, Italy, and Germany and frequently had as many as four people utilizing the Solis at once. To our delight, the product worked flawlessly throughout the entirety of the trip and currently has a full endorsement from the NAVIS Editorial Board.
Stylish and sleek, looking for all practical purposes like a high tech timepiece, ReilefBand 2.0 uses tiny electric pulses to control unpleasant feelings while at sea, making the trip enjoyable for all. Charged up via a USB cable the wristwatch-style band mitigate sea sickness symptoms by a small pulse of energy sent out by the band upon command. Reliefband 2.0 uses clinically-proven technology to quickly and effectively relieve nausea.
Our Favorite Liquors of 2018
There are only a few types of gifts that seem to be almost universally appreciated, but if you have someone on your list that is difficult to shop for, then you should certainly consider investing in some high-quality liquor. With the right bottle, you will be able to transform your yacht into the perfect space for celebration.
This year, we decided to specifically focus on some of the best gin brands the world has to offer. After many enjoyable tests, we’ve decided that Brockmans Gin and Ableforth’s Bathtub (Navy Strength) Gin have clearly established themselves among the best in the world. Things such as quality of ingredients and the philosophies of each company were carefully taken into consideration.
NAVIS yacht wear favorites
After extensive field testing, we decided to select as this year favorites the Helly Hansen brand of yacht wear. Designed with top of the line technology, these jackets look great and are seriously warm. Made with LIFALOFT™ insulation by PrimaLoft® these jackets offer durability and superior insulation. LIFALOFT™ uses 75% Lifa® fibers and 25% synthetic fibers. It delivers more warmth with an increased number of micro air pockets and has a lower carbon footprint and water usage when compared to similar fabrics.
Lifa Loft Hybrid Insulator Jacket
This water-resistant jacket has a lightweight shell on the torso and a slick face stretch fabric for the arms. The LIFALOFT Hybrid Insulator Jacket is windproof as well, and it has side hand warming pockets. Stay warm with less bulk in this innovative jacket that took four years to design. It looks sleek with a unique quilt design and Lycra edge collar and cuffs for a neat finish and enhanced insulation.
Crew Hooded Midlayer Jacket
The Crew Hooded Midlayer Jacket is a favorite garment for sailors, mariners, and yachters. This hoodie is a go-to for when the weather calls for an additional layer of protection. Made with super soft fleece, this jacket is warm, waterproof, and breathable which makes it ideal for layering. Hand pockets add more comfort and warmth. This hip-length jacket is adjustable, and it is made in an attractive Navy blue.
Aegir Race Jacket
This is a lighter version of the Ocean jacket that is perfect for racing. The Aegir Race Jacket won the Good Design award presented by the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design for its superior performance. It offers full protection from the water and wind. The Aegir Race Jacket is fully equipped with a high visibility fabric and reflector as well as hand warmers and storage pockets. It’s cut for full movement while working on deck, and it has a high protective collar and face mask for more comfort and shielding from the elements. The 3 ply fabric is double insulated for superior ocean protection.
A Trip to Some of the World’s Greatest Hotels
As you are exploring the world in your yacht, you may be looking for new locations for you to make port. Throughout the year, the NAVIS team has had the unique opportunity to discover the best that the world has to offer. Booking a trip at any of these top-rated hotels will surely help you make a lasting impression.
With billions of dollars of continuing development funds, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has quickly established as the “world’s playground.” There, you will have ample opportunities to mingle with fellow yachters, take in the sights of some of the world’s most impressive buildings, and dine at various five-star restaurants. Despite the nation’s warm desert climate, while staying in Dubai, you will still be able to hit the slopes—The Kempinski Mall of the Emirates Hotel offers high-quality Aspen-styled Chalets overlooking Ski Dubai, the world’s largest indoor ski resort.
Another destination that has been actively trending over the past few years has been the Maldives. Located just southwest of India, this beautiful island chain is widely appreciated for its incredibly clean waters, perfect weather year-round, outstanding sunsets over the ocean, and its many different luxury hotels available for world travelers to choose from.
Within the Maldives, we’ve decided that two destinations really stand out. Located on the Baa Atoll, Soneva Fushi is a low-carbon footprint resort that makes it easy for guests to bask in luxury and connect with the beauty of the natural world.
Furthermore, located closer to the capital city of Male, Coco Bodu Hithi is a resort that makes it possible for guests to indulge themselves in the Maldives rich culture and diverse culinary traditions.
Other luxury hotels that we believe are worth exploring are the Four Seasons Resort (Bora Bora), the CAP ROCAT Hotel (Mallorca, Spain), and the Treehotel (Sweden). These extravagant destinations make it possible for yachters and yachting enthusiasts of all kinds to detach themselves from the stresses of everyday life and indulge in whatever it is that their heart may desire. There is no doubt that any of these locations will make for the perfect vacation and—perhaps even more importantly—will also make for a lifetime of lasting memories.
Four Seasons Resort (Bora Bora)
CAP ROCAT Hotel
The Tree Hotel
NAVIS Restaurants Selection 2018
As you continue your exploration around the world, you quickly discover that the diverse array of culinary experiences available may be the crowning achievement of humankind. Though there are certainly plenty of good restaurants available everywhere, we decided that we should try to discover the very best.
Le Grill at Hotel de Paris
While in Monaco, we had an opportunity to enjoy Le Grill at The Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo. With the beautiful Mediterranean Sea sitting just a stone’s throw away, we were able to embark on a culinary adventure that seems to have changed the way we experience food. Each course that was served to us was carefully crafted, perfectly paired with wine, and allowed us to sensually indulge in a wide range of Mediterranean masterpieces.
Fresh in the Garden, Maldives
If you do, in fact, get the opportunity to visit the Maldives, then Soneva Fushi’s Fresh in the Garden restaurant is indeed worth a visit. This particular restaurant offers a unique garden setting that cleverly sets the tone for its vegetarian, vegan, and Mediterranean cuisine.
Stars Restaurant, Maldives
Elsewhere in the Maldives, the Stars Restaurant is one that is also able to live up to its appropriately selected name. Both of these restaurants give you an opportunity to dine beneath a starry night which, for those who have never had the privilege of visiting these islands, will be among the most brilliant in the entire developed world.
Olea Restaurant, Dubai
Lastly, the NAVIS team cannot forget the Olea Restaurant at the Kempinski Mall of the Emirates Hotel (Dubai). This restaurant offers a wide range of different options and is often considered among the best dining choices in all of the Arabian Peninsula. Being able to indulge in an atmosphere of pure luxury is an absolute necessity in order to get the full Dubai experience.
Take a Ride in the World’s Greatest Cars
Anyone who has been enjoying NAVIS for very long has surely come to recognize that, in addition to highlighting some of the world’s most exciting yachts, we also have a strong appreciation for the art of creating a luxury car. Throughout the year, we were blessed with the opportunity to test some of the fastest—and most aesthetically perfected—automobiles that the world has to offer.
For those who favor luxury above all else, then the Rolls-Royce Black Badge is a masterpiece worthy of universal praise. This sleek, dark, and incredibly detailed work of art will humble seemingly every other vehicle on the road. Every component of the car was carefully selected and to say that it is the best luxury car available may still be a bit of an understatement.
However, if there were a luxury car that could compete with Black Badge, it must be the Bentley Continental GT. Built in England and designed to turn heads, there is no doubt that this stunning creation embodies everything that founders H.M. and W.O. Bentley aspired to someday create.
While these vehicles are certainly high-performing masterpieces, other luxury car owners prefer to place a specific emphasis on speed and acceleration.
Among the many different cars that we were able to test, there are a few that really stand out from the competition. The Lamborghini Huracan Performante and Ferrari Portofino are perhaps two of the most explicit demonstrations of Italian auto-making perfection. Both of these cars turn, handle, and accelerate at rates that are so rarely found in the rest of the world.
For those who prefer to buy British-branded automobiles, they are still not without further choices. The Aston Martin DB11 Volante and McLaren Senna may be two of the most enjoyable vehicles that you may ever have the opportunity to operate. These cars can demonstrably perform on every imaginable level and will undeniably be a luxury purchase worth splurging on.
As the year 2018 comes to a close, it is the perfect time to reflect upon what we, as a magazine, have had the unique opportunities to experience. The lifestyle of a yachter is one that is centered upon experiencing the beauties of the world in its unadulterated glory. Whether you are looking to discover a new destination, fall in love with the road, or anything else in between, these carefully selected luxury gifts will help you live the life you’ve always dreamed of.
