NAVIS Apr/May'26

Bilgin’s peerless megayacht Al Reem welcomes guests into a quiet retreat graced with an unparalleled array of simple pleasures. The third and final yacht of the 263 trilogy, the 80-meter Al Reem features many of the same luxurious details as her sister ships. First was the slim bullet-hulled Tatiana, followed by the dramatic lipstick red Leona. Al Reem, however, boasts increased interior space and more exterior deck area achieved through brilliant design that skillfully embraces extra volume in a graceful sweep of superstructure.

Subtly shaded palettes in evocative hues of pure white, whipped cream, caramel, and cocoa are accented by soft goods in blues borrowed from the sea. Paired with nature’s most appealing materials, stone, leather, metal, and wood, details are highlighted with polished steel and strategic glazing. The textures and colors work together to convey a serene seagoing estate worthy of every moment on board.

The Southern Wind 108 Kalantis is an elite racing yacht designed for experienced crew. Not just those who know their way around a superyacht, but those who understand the precise balance of risk, pushing systems to their limits, with reward, whether standing atop the regatta podium or casually cruising the rugged coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula.

Kalantis, a meticulously balanced racing yacht and comfortable cruiser, was launched in December 2025 and delivered in March 2026. Fresh from April’s Palma International Boat Show, Kalantis will vie for honors at the May 2026 Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta. She will race with a dozen other Southern Wind yachts registered on the preliminary entry list, among such impressive vessels as a Frers Swan 115, a Farr Pendennis, a Tripp Wally 143, and a pair of Vitters, one by Briand an another by Tripp. Participation in the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta is sure to put the punctuation mark on the level of combined performance and comfort brought by Kalantis.

Joy and Tranquility on Board the Mariotti MY Persefoni

Named for a Greek goddess, the quiet luxury on board the Admiral Mariotti superyacht Persefoni evokes a calm well-being that invites joy at every turn. Among the catalog of superyachts we have had the privilege of exploring at NAVIS over the past decade, Persefoni exhibits qualities that place her in an elite group.

Currently under the management of Emperio Yachting Alliance, Persefoni has received impeccable care and maintenance, presenting a pristine image through a beautiful 2023 refit. She is private, spacious, and comfortable, greeting guests with the grace and beauty of the Aegean as she effortlessly envelops guests in the culture of Italian design, both interior and exterior, from Florence firm Luca Dini.

Persefoni’s appeal comes from her versatile layout. Her deck plans and amenities are excellent for cruising from one peaceful Mediterranean island to another for an exceptionally private holiday. She is also a proven host for high-profile events, welcoming the McLaren Formula 1 team and a trail of VIP guests at the Monaco Grand Prix several years running. Her subtly upscale contemporary platform lets guests shine, content to provide a stylish backdrop, whether the intent is to party or to chill.

The Palm Beach International Boat Show, held this year from March 25-29, 2026, is on an upward trajectory, continuing to deliver an informative, pleasant experience for those engaged in the yachting lifestyle. In the 200+ foot category, the show featured ten yachts, with more than 100 vessels exceeding 80 feet. The show, owned by MIAPBC, the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, and produced and managed by Informa Markets, reported “strong sales activity” due to record inventory and high-value transactions, generating more than a $1.05 billion economic impact to the state of Florida.

NAVIS enjoyed the privilege of greeting both old and new friends at the show’s many press events, touring several of the show’s most exciting yachts. The recurring theme from the yacht builders and charter groups confirmed that America remained an important market for the industry, tempered by caution regarding uncertainty surrounding some markets.

Show Standouts

Selection of the most important yachts at the show is subject to personal preference, but the 38-meter Baglietto Enterprise ticked the boxes for NAVIS. From the striking paint and exterior lines to the glass-sided spa, fold-out beach club, and shallow draft, she is just begging to explore Bahamian waters.

Overmarine’s Mangusta GranSport 54 with its “upper deck-and-a-half” layout was as gorgeous in profile as she was in function. Glazing along the sides of the superstructure entertains glorious horizon views from both inside and out. The aluminum hull and superstructure of She’s A 10 Too, as she is named, upholds the Mangusta trait of speed, owning a max of 30 knots and a cruising speed of 20.

Fraser Yachts had several interesting yachts on display, including the 60-meter Abeking & Rasmussen Kaiser. Delivered in 2011, she looks every bit the stylish contemporary empress, fully living up to her “timeless” Bannenberg & Rowell interiors.

Truly exceptional.

An additional Fraser classic, the 43-meter sailing yacht Columbia was not on display in the show but was available for viewing in the area. A replica of the 1923 Gloucester fishing schooner, this 2014 build is faithful to the original but substitutes modern materials, an engine room, and staterooms built by Eastern Shipbuilding from the original design by William Sterling Burgess. She gathers a crowd, looking magnificent as she is doing 17 knots under sail.

The 74-meter Amels Casino Royale, from their Limited Editions, is one of the most successful of the series. In Tim Heywood exterior style, Casino Royale has full-height windows, a 6.5-meter infinity pool, an oh-so-delightful owner’s deck, and a huge party space. Interiors by Winch Design are the icing on the cake.

A second yacht named Casino Royale, this time from Tankoa, proved worthy of attention. A 72-meter traditional yacht styled by Margherita Casprini with exterior design by Francesco Paszkowski Design, Casino Royale features an infinity pool, touch-and-go helipad, oversized owner’s suite with private deck and jacuzzi, a skylounge baby grand piano, and an over-the-top crew of dedicated professionals.

The most appealing reveal in the tender/lake boat category has to go to Hinckley Yachts Picnic Boat 45. Precision, innovation, and hand craftsmanship over 98 years make it impressive, as does going to a 35-knot plane immediately, with a joystick and a 12” draft. True joy.

Out and About At The Show

Damen Yachts Managing Director Rose Damen was joined on stage by Commercial Director Jan van Hogerwou, Yacht Captain Jonathan Kielty, and Design Manager for Xplorer and Yacht Support Enrique Tintore. Rose Damen confirmed that the shipyard had two Amels 80s, eight 60s, and two full custom projects in the works, emphasizing that the feedback loop from clients and crew provided insight for future builds, adding that regulations force them to be disciplined and create high-value products. Van Hogerwou confirmed that U.S. owners accounted for 85 percent of the business.

An Interview with Managing Partner and Chief Executive of Burgess Yachts, Monaco, Jonathan Beckett gave NAVIS his perspective on where the superyacht market is headed. On a very positive note, Beckett stated Burgess will expand enormously, allowing that the firm’s brilliant partnership with Ancient Capital of New York will likely see some change and consolidation. Beckett noted that America, which once accounted for only 25 percent of Burgess’s business, now stands at about 65 percent.

Benetti and Bilgin Updates

With the announcement of the American debut of B. Neos at their Palm Beach Press Event, Benetti demonstrated how fun and functional a 40-meter yacht can be. The Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design draws balance and proportion from sailing yachts, melding that with the comfort and luxury of a motor yacht. Interiors by FB Architettura’s Francesca Muzio give a warm, textured, livable feeling of comfort. Hybrid technology makes it silent and free from exhaust and vibration. Full integration of on-board technology systems uses advances like Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence to give real-time guidance and resolve issues quickly.

Benetti, looking to strengthen its presence in the American market, put Benjamin Croucher in charge of North America and Giorgio Sarti in charge of LATAM, also presented the B.Now, 50-meter Mine Games while debuting the Oasis 40-meter Liv Love, in addition to announcing that they will launch 21 custom yachts in the coming year.

Bilgin chose Palm Beach to unveil the builder’s largest project to date at their press event, in the presence of the new owner. The 82-meter Project Bond, sold to experienced yacht owner John Staluppi, noted that he has named more than a dozen of his yachts after the immensely popular James Bond films.

Tours of CRN Amor à Vida and Lürssen Rocinante

Leading the pack for Ferretti at the Palm Beach show, the 67-meter CRN Amor à Vida was one of a fleet of six yachts selected to display the breadth of Ferretti’s range. Amor à Vida is the first CRN superyacht designed with hybrid propulsion. Designed by Nuvolari Lenard with interiors by Valentina Zannier, the yacht spans six decks, one of which is dedicated solely to the owner. Ferretti also brought a Riva 130 Bellissima, a stunning Pershing GTX 116, a wallywhy200, and a Custom Line

Saetta 120 to underscore the many facets of the brand.

A tour of the 78.4-meter Lürssen masterpiece Rocinante gave NAVIS a tour of the largest yacht at the show. Presented for sale by Y.CO, a ten-month 2024 refit at Lürssen revealed pristine condition. Every bit a Lürssen with meticulous craftsmanship, exquisite materials, and luxury amenities, Rocinante is equipped with a helideck and refueling capabilities able to land an EC135, a hospital, a gym with a fold-down balcony, a hammam, jacuzzi, and Jetstream pool.

An Organized, Well-Attended Show With Time For Fun

Expanded to a five-day format, the Palm Beach show allowed time for business, celebration, socializing, and fun. Busy but informative, well-attended with 55,000+ visitors, 1,000 boats, and 600+ exhibitors, it even featured a captain and crew pickleball tournament on a floating court.

“What really stood out this year was the energy across the entire show,” said Andrew Doole, President of U.S. Boat Shows at Informa Markets, continuing, Between the superyacht displays and the expanded programming, it created a more dynamic experience that kept people engaged from start to finish. That balance of business and entertainment is what continues to bring people back to Palm Beach.”

There is a particular pleasure in dining somewhere that has earned its authority slowly, not through the elaborate orchestration of celebrity roll-outs and social media campaigns, but through the quiet accumulation of exceptional evenings. Restaurant Tennerhof, the flagship dining outlet at the Relais & Châteaux Hotel Tennerhof in Kitzbühel, is precisely that kind of place.
For those who make glitzy Kitz a seasonal ritual -- the Hahnenkamm-Rennen crowd arriving in January, the tennis and golfing set appearing for both Austrian Opens in spring and summer -- the Tennerhof table is less a discovery and more like a homecoming.

For over three decades, Restaurant Tennerhof has been accumulating recognition for its cuisine. The hotel’s aforementioned prestigious Relais & Châteaux association, begun in 2007, also recognizes the dining establishment as a unique Relais Gourmand. These critical approvals speak volumes in an industry where reputations are made and unmade with a speed and terror perhaps equivalent to The Streif downhill. On a recent trip to the destination, we had the pleasure to dine at Tennerhof and put it up against the rigorous criteria of our own NAVIS Curated Collection of exceptional luxury experiences.

Rich in history — and tourists — Firenze is easy to know and love, and just as easily exasperating. For those who have gazed upon Botticelli’s Primavera at the Uffizi, crossed the Ponte Vecchio in near-silence at dawn, and savored wine on a terrazza while the sun dissolved behind the Arno, Florence is a familiar treasure: its beauty, its brilliance, and yes, its crowds. Yet just a brisk walk away on Via Borgo Pinti exists a private world of walled Renaissance gardens, frescoed ceilings, and a serenity so complete it seems to belong to another century The Four Seasons Hotel Firenze offers a rare blend of living history and contemporary luxury that defies easy categorization. The property is not simply a hotel; it is an authentic sensory experience with the remarkable ability to stop time itself.

Austria has a way of exposing automotive insincerity. The villages are too old, the mountains too grand, the weather too changeable for fashionable excess to survive on image alone. A car must earn its place there, and over several days from Innsbruck to Kitzbühel, onward to St. Anton am Arlberg and eventually toward Milan, the new Rolls-Royce Black Badge Cullinan did exactly that. It arrived with the sort of visual authority one expects from a Rolls-Royce, yet what lingered was not merely its presence outside a hotel or its monolithic shape against late-winter Alpine light. What stayed with me was how completely it fused immense luxury, quiet technical sophistication, and a startling sense of ease into one coherent machine.