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In recent weeks, Spain's beautiful coastlines have been subject to a surge in orcas attacking boats. The notion of killer whales attacking human-operated boats is an unnerving one, and as yet, there is little known about the motivation for the whales behaving in such a manner.

Experts have suggested that this could result from increasingly frequent boat tours in the waters near Spain's stores, which may be disrupting the orca's natural environment. Unaware of the potential threat, Boats may unknowingly enter the whales' habitat, prompting an instinctive reaction from the animals to protect their home.

Footage from January 2023 shows two scuba divers coming face-to-face with a rare giant squid on the coast of Japan.

Yosuke Tanaka and his wife Miki, who operate a diving business in Toyooka city in the Hyogo region of Japan, found an eight-foot-long squid while diving off the western coast of the country. The couple was tipped off about the squid by a fishing equipment vendor who saw it in a bay, and they decided to investigate.

Welcome to Valle del Uco. A beautiful evening and warm welcome by the Zuccardi family is followed by a glass-in-hand walk through the impressive premises of their winery, complete with tango on the fermentation tanks and a classical string quartet in the bodega culminating in the restaurant area sprinkled with individual stands of winemakers offering a taste of their wines.

World’s Best Vineyards has revealed this year’s top wine destinations for 2022 at an event held last month in Argentina’s wine capital, Mendoza. The event, which was hosted by James Suckling, gathered over 100 of the world’s top wine buyers and media to discuss the future of wine tourism. Speaking at the event, Suckling said: “The vineyards that made our list this year offer travelers unique wine experiences that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. These are the places that wine lovers should be visiting in the next few years.”

The 87-metre EXPV concept by Harrison Eidsgaard in collaboration with Feadship was developed for clients who wanted to explore the world while entertaining guests in luxurious comfort. This design takes a fresh and unconventional approach to what large yachts, especially explorers, should look like.

The owner and guest quarters are completely separate, hence the distinctive ‘split’ superstructure with the owner’s private space in the forward section and the guest area aft.

The two deckhouses are served by separate staircases and elevators but they are also connected by a floating Glass Bridge and the Ocean Lounge, effectively an expansive beach club on the lower deck amidships with folding platforms on both sides, an indoor swimming pool and a large skylight in the deckhead above.

On Monday 10 October 2022, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars will unveil the story behind the name of its new battery-electric vehicle, Spectre, at Goodwood in West Sussex. This is the first time that the Spectre name has been given to a series production Rolls‑Royce. The name was previously only used for an early demonstrator car and 10 experimental chassis. The historic Spectre models had a profound influence on key Rolls-Royce developments in the 20th century. The use of ethereal names to encapsulate Rolls-Royce's near-silent running is a long-standing tradition.

Hurricane Ian hit western Cuba early Tuesday as a Category 3 storm, and its route and strength are unclear as it comes closer to the US mainland. Florida is supposed to stay in the storm’s path, but computer models disagree on whether Ian will land on Florida’s west coast or go more towards the Panhandle.

Residents of coastal communities in the Tampa Bay area have been instructed to evacuate and encouraged to travel even short distances to escape the storm's worst effects.

The National Hurricane Center's latest advisory predicted that Ian would enter the Gulf of Mexico in the late morning, pass west of the Florida Keys later Tuesday, and reach the west coast of Florida as a major hurricane by Wednesday night.

The Laver Cup is an annual tennis tournament that celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest tennis players of all time: Roger Federer. The event is named after Rod Laver, who is widely regarded as the greatest tennis player of the 20th century.

The Laver Cup is a unique event in that it pits two teams of six players against each other in a three-day competition. The teams are made up of the best players from Europe and the rest of the world.

Lamborghini is known for making some of the most luxurious and eye-catching cars on the market. And now, they’ve turned their attention to the water with the new Lamborghini 63 Yacht. This beautiful vessel is the newest addition to Conor McGregor’s impressive fleet of cars.

The Lamborghini 63 Yacht is designed for those who want the best of both worlds – the speed and power of a Lamborghini on the water. It’s powered by three MAN V12 engines that give it a top speed of 50 knots. And with a price tag of $4.5 million, it’s sure to turn heads.

If you’re looking for a luxurious and fast way to enjoy the water, then the Lamborghini 63 Yacht is the perfect choice.

HELLY HANSEN, the world-renowned sailing brand, is proud to announce its continued partnership with New York Yacht Club American Magic, the United States' Challenger, for the 37th America’s Cup. With the Norwegian-based brand and the world-class sailing team having gained experience from the previous campaign, they are again joining forces with the common goal of bringing sailing’s most coveted prize back to its home, the United States.

Helly Hansen and New York Yacht Club American Magic share an innovative mindset and dedication to progress. By utilizing cutting-edge technology and high-velocity collaboration, both organizations continue to provide the best performance in their respective areas. As we look ahead to the 37th America’s Cup, their partnership will bring together top athletes, coaches, designers, R&D, engineers, and support teams, resulting in a campaign that will set new standards with its innovation and technology.

On September 8, 2022, at the Balmoral Castle, United Kingdom, Britain's longest-reigning monarch passed away at the age of 95. Queen Elizabeth II was a much-beloved figurehead who served her country with distinction for more than seven decades. She symbolized strength and stability during some of the most turbulent times in recent history.

The Queen was a tireless worker who undertook thousands of engagements yearly at home and abroad. She was a staunch defender of the Commonwealth and an advocate for diplomacy and international cooperation.

Elizabeth II was also a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a role model to many, and her legacy will live on for generations to come.

Dutch submersible manufacturer U-Boat Worx has begun the volume production of its innovative one and two-seater NEMO submersibles, resulting in a 40% reduction in price. The NEMO 1 and 2, which have a depth rating of 100 meters (330 ft), now have the highly affordable price point of € 545,000 and € 590,000, respectively. These prices are 80% lower than what is currently available in the submersible market.

The NEMOs are the only private mass-produced submarines in the world. By embarking on its new scalability model, U-Boat Worx can deliver even shorter build times, competitive pricing, and an unrivaled owner experience supported by global customer service. The NEMO will be available from stock in 2023. Commenting on NEMO's affordability compared to other private submersibles on the market, U-Boat Worx Founder and Chairman Bert Houtman said: “We set out on a mission to introduce safe and effortless access to the underwater world to as many people as possible. With the NEMO pricing revolution, we’re now taking the next step in this journey to have 1,000 submarines in operation by 2030.”

Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Zhik is releasing a limited edition range of pink technical apparel. The one-off special pink range for women includes new Eco Spandex and UV Active tops, sports caps, and a hooded beach towel. For each item purchased, Zhik will donate 10% of the retail price to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). All funds raised will support life-changing research to help the foundation achieve its vision of zero deaths from breast cancer.

It's wonderful that brands like Zhik are supporting and promoting Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” says Cleola Anderiesz, CEO of NBCF. “Our life-saving research to end deaths from breast cancer is entirely funded by public donations, so campaigns like this from Zhik help spread the word about the importance of breast cancer research to the sailing community.”

Soneva, a luxury hospitality pioneer, has commenced a global recruitment drive to look for new Barefoot Guardians for its island resorts in the Maldives and Thailand. Soneva's Barefoot Guardians provide a much more comprehensive service than traditional 'butlers', acting as a crucial point of contact for guests from all corners of the globe. They anticipate guests' needs, curate rare and unforgettable experiences, and personify Soneva's Slow Life ethos.

Barefoot Guardian's are responsible for providing Soneva's world-class personalized service to guests, ensuring that every moment of their stay surpasses their expectations. With no two days being the same, the role is based full-time at Soneva's award-winning resorts – Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in the Maldives and Soneva Kiri in Thailand – where sustainability is at the heart of daily life, and the barefoot commute takes you past lush jungles, white sandy beaches, and shimmering seas.

The long-awaited trailer for Top Gun: Maverick was released this week, giving fans a first look at the long-awaited sequel to the beloved 1980s blockbuster. One of the most highly anticipated scenes in the trailer is the sailing yacht scene, which features Tom Cruise and Jennifer Connolly.

It's no surprise that the scene was filmed on a J/125 sailing yacht, as the J/Boats shipyard is known for its high-performance racing yachts. The J/125 is a popular model among racing sailors and has been featured in several major films and TV shows.

This article takes a closer look at the Top Gun: Maverick sailing yacht scene and the J/125 yacht that was used in the filming.

The ClubSwan 80 is set to make a big splash in the world of high-performance one-design racing when it makes its competitive debut at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup in Porto Cervo, Sardinia. Designed to be competitive at the top level of professional regatta racing, the ClubSwan 80 clearly has the Swan racing DNA, with features like twin rudders, canting keel, rotating canard, and retractable bowsprit. Plus, the interior can be repurposed for fast sports cruising, making this yacht a true all-rounder.

The ClubSwan 80 is a momentous achievement in developing the Nautor Swan range, and it rounds out the ClubSwan Yachts one-design range, which consists of the hi-tech ClubSwan 36, the innovative ClubSwan 50, and the super-Maxi ClubSwan 125. As a key component of the ClubSwan Racing concept that Nautor Group President Leonardo Ferragamo originally envisioned, the ClubSwan 80 was brought to life by the combined effort, talent, and imagination of Giovanni Pomati and Enrico Chieffi, Nautor Group's CEO and Senior Advisor respectively, yacht designer Juan Kouyoumdjian, yacht builder Marcello Persico, the CEO of Persico Marine, and interior designer Mario Pedol of Nauta Design.