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Each week we enjoy bringing you up-to-date local and international news, along with the boats that we proudly represent from Absolute and Selene and a brokerage line-up that we sell here and around the world. | |
Hello Sailors!
We’ve been receiving correspondence from one of our boat owners who took ownership of a Navetta 52 in Italy and has been enjoying the boat with family and friends. Tourist delivery is such a popular way of buying a boat to see as much of Europe as you wish. Tourist delivery is a specialty of Yachtfinders Global and each and everyone who has utilised this opportunity have loved it. Read an excerpt from the owner’s notes and see for yourself.
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Discover the All-New Absolute 70 FLY
Where Innovation Meets Elegance
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Absolute’s latest flybridge yacht redefines luxury at sea. The 70 FLY combines cutting-edge design with timeless sophistication, offering expansive glazing for uninterrupted views and a seamless connection to the ocean. Among its standout features is Absolute’s first-ever sliding stern bathing platform, designed to glide effortlessly into the water. Integrated non-slip steps and dedicated storage for water toys make it perfect for those who love life on the sea. Enhanced external lighting adds a dramatic touch, highlighting the yacht’s sleek lines and creating an unforgettable ambiance. Experience the wonder of the Absolute 70 FLY—crafted to elevate every moment on the water. | |
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Use Semco. The Wood Restorer that treats teak (and all woods) and provides UV Protection
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Teak wood with the beauty of its grain, rich colour and timeless durability, is treasured as the best suited wood for use aboard boats, as decking on ships and the material of choice for premium outdoor furniture. However, these uses present the harshest of environments. Over time, the sun and weather will cause surface erosion leading to discoloration, mildew, greying, roughness and checking. The desire to prevent this ravage of the elements without becoming a "teak slave" saw us become the exclusive agency for SEMCO Teak Care Products in New Zealand. An initial 2-coat application of SEMCO TEAK SEALER will provide long lasting natural looking protection for an entire season. The TWO PART CLEANER is the simplest and most thorough way to clean teak. SEMCO is known the world over as the best protection for teak. Available in 5 shades and in various sizes.
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Experience the Deep Hull Advantage with Selene 49
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The Selene 49 is the next-generation upgrade of the beloved Selene 47, featuring the advanced Deep-Hull™ and Cruiser Stern™ designs for improved efficiency and enhanced headroom in the engine room and lazarette. From the outside, it retains the timeless, traditional “salty” look that Selene owners love. A key enhancement is the expanded flybridge, offering generous space for open-air entertaining with an L-shaped settee, table, and a bar complete with sink and BBQ—all under a hardtop. There’s ample room on the aft deck for a dinghy and hydraulic crane, while the deeper hull delivers superior stability and effortless performance through the water.
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Port & Starboard Origination
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Confusing these two could cause a ship wreck. In Old England, the 'star board' was the steering paddle or rudder, and ships were always steered from the right side on the back of the vessel. 'Lar board' referred to the left side, the side on which the ship was loaded. So how did larboard become port? Shouted over the noise of the wind and the waves, larboard and starboard sounded too much alike. The word port means the opening in the 'left' side of the ship from which cargo was unloaded. Sailors eventually started using the term to refer to that side of the ship. Use of the term 'port' was officially adopted by the U.S. Navy by General Order, 18 February 1846. So there you have it!
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2009 Nordhavn 56 Motor Sailer Mark II - Price Reduction
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Why the Nordhavn 56 Motor Sailer Stands Out
Looking for a yacht that blends the best of both worlds? The Nordhavn 56 Motor Sailer combines the power of a trawler with the grace of a sailboat—delivering unmatched versatility, comfort, and performance. From its teak-accented cockpit and saloon to its integrated navigation systems, every detail is crafted for long-range cruising and luxurious living. Whether you're chasing horizons or enjoying coastal weekends, the Nordhavn 56 MS offers a refined, reliable experience at sea.
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Jigging is a great method to employ in spring and into summer with many benefits over the old school bait and berley approach.Many older kiwi fishos will remember the Grim Reaper and Lethal Lure NZ made jigs that were popular in tackle stores from the 80’s. These basic jigs were pretty simple, often just silver with a single or treble hooks and they worked fine on snapper and other popular fish species.
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2022 Absolute Navetta 48 – Spacious, Bright & Ready to Cruise
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Experience the essence of the Navetta line with the Absolute 48—a yacht where space and light take center stage. Designed for comfort on long journeys, it offers generous storage, large closets, and an aft crew cabin with private head accessible from the stern platform. Outdoor living is unmatched, with expansive exterior spaces for relaxation and entertaining. The flybridge flows seamlessly from bow to stern, featuring a centrally positioned helm, sun lounger for five, and a stylish aft lounge with U-shaped seating, teak dining table, and a fully equipped galley with fridge, ice maker, BBQ, and sink. The bow offers a modular relaxation area, easily accessed via protected walkways, while the lower deck boasts three luxurious cabins, two elegant heads, and panoramic windows for endless sea views. | |
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Adventures of la Vagabonde | |
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Riley and Elayna of Sailing la Vagabonde embarked on a voyage together back in 2014, with a grand, incredible (and possibly slightly crazy) ambition of circumnavigating the world.. whilst learning to sail along the way. Let’s catch up and see where they’re at.
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The "Boat of the Year" Hylas H57
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The award-winning Hylas H57 delivers a fresh design and lifestyle upgrades that redefine life at sea—without compromising the legendary build quality and capability you expect. Uncluttered decks ensure easy movement, while the integrated hardtop offers all-weather protection and doubles as a solar platform. The solent rig with self-tacking jib makes sailing effortless, and a fixed spray shield adds comfort and safety in rough conditions. Aft, automated deck wings and a swim platform expand the social space beyond the generous cockpit—perfect for entertaining, grilling, and enjoying sundowners. After sailing the H57, you’ll rethink what luxury cruising truly means. | |
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Why did the boat break up with the dock?
It was tired of being tied down. | |
Recipe of the Week:
Cumin Roasted Cauliflower
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- ½ head Cauliflower
- 1 clove Garlic, crushed
- 1 Tbsp Ground cumin
- 1 Tbsp Ground coriander
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- 1 Olive oil
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Preheat oven to 200C. Trim any leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stalk if needed.
Mix the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander and turmeric in a bowl. Lightly oil the cauliflower and evenly coat with the spices.
Place cauliflower in a lightly oiled baking dish and roast for 45 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender. | |
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