This deployment marks the Polar Star’s 27th journey to Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze, an annual joint military service mission to resupply the United States Antarctic stations, in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF) – the lead agency for the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). This year also marks the 64th iteration of the annual operation. The Polar Star crew departed Seattle bound for Antarctica on Nov. 15, 2023, traveling more than 27,500 miles through the North Pacific, South Pacific, Indian, and Southern Oceans, as well as the Bering Sea and Gulf of Alaska, which included stops on four continents. While en route to Antarctica, the Polar Star made three logistical stops in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Sydney, and Hobart, Australia. In Hobart, the cutter and crew hosted the U.S. Ambassador for Australia, Caroline Kennedy, Australian members of parliament, Australian and Tasmanian government representatives, and local industry partners. The Seattle-based Polar Star is the United States’ only asset capable of providing access to both Polar Regions. The cutter is a 399-foot heavy polar icebreaker commissioned in 1976. It weighs 13,500 tons, is 84 feet wide, and has a 34-foot draft. The six diesel and three gas turbine engines produce up to 75,000 horsepower.

USA ONBOARD’s mission is to deliver bilingual high-quality content in English and Spanish to Boaters residing in the United States to improve their decision making when buying, selling, preserving, or enhancing their boat. In the same way, we help boaters to discover the best destinations for boating, anchoring, spend a weekend or a vacation onboard. We want to bring them closer to the water. We develop content that demystifies maintenance costs and promotes the knowledge of all the financial instruments that make a boat accessible. We take the beautiful practice of boating very seriously. That is why we maintain a constant mission to develop our content. Training our audience is a must for us, from the technical aspects to the concept of etiquette and behavior as a boater. And, of course, everything related to security. From a correct reading of instruments to a clear interpretation of the weather. We promote using the boat beyond the sandbar close to where they go every weekend. We encourage all Boaters to discover excellent and possible places to enjoy. USA ONBOARD is a multimedia content experience that makes the pleasure of boating begin long before you get on the boat.

Featuring a unique combination of beauty, comfort, and onboard quality of life, the OASIS DECK 34M stands out as a luminous proposition for Superyacht owners dreaming of long and enjoyable stays aboard in genuine contact with the sea.

The revolutionary Benetti 67M is a vision of class and opulence. Bespoke in every detail, this 219’ (67m) yacht showcases a completely custom design with a magnificent owner’s suite complete with its own private exterior lounge space. In fact, yacht CALEX’s sweeping layout won her the award for Best Layout at the World Yacht Trophies. Her sleek exterior design is courtesy of Giorgio Cassetta, while her award-winning interior was brought to life by a collaboration between Benetti and the owner’s design team.

We invite you experience the magic of a charter vacation with The Moorings. Your story awaits.

700 islands and 2,400 cays for endless island exploration and island hopping. 16 unique island destinations, with options suited for every type of traveller. The clearest waters in the world where you can swim, snorkel, kayak, fish or sail. The plentiful blue holes across the islands, from Dean’s Blue Hole on Long Island to Captain Bill’s on Andros to Sapphire Blue Hole on Eleuthera. Catch-and-release bonefishing across the Southern Islands, from Acklins & Crooked to Mayaguana to Ragged Island. Off-the-beaten-path adventure on one of The Bahamas’ smallest islands, San Salvador (home to 50 dive sites!) Scenic golf courses where novice and professional golfers are welcome. The nautical sailboat lifestyle where sailing is the National Sport of The Bahamas. The luxury of a “private island feel” on our secluded beaches and jaw-dropping sandbars. Golf cart cruising across the Out Islands, from Green Turtle Cay to Harbour Island (don’t forget to keep to your left!). The Pink Sand Beaches and pastel-coloured buildings on Harbour Island. Golden sunsets and dreamy seclusion on Rum Cay. The irresistible cays in the Berry Islands, including Great Harbour Cay and Chub Cay. The warm, hospitable, cheerful and great-humoured nature of the Bahamian people. The rich traditions, colourful handmade costumes and pulsating sounds of Junkanoo – “the spirit of The Bahamas”. The sounds of Rake ‘n’ Scrape, the traditional music of The Bahamas. The Long Island swimming goats, Exuma swimming pigs, Grand Bahama Island stingrays, and sea turtles and iguanas. Up-close diving with sharks – from Tiger and Hammerhead to Reef and Nurse. The coral reefs, mangroves and oceans we must protect to ensure our Bahamian beauty and wonders last for years to come. The ecological wonders of our 32 Bahamian National Parks, conserved and protected by the Bahamas National Trust. The vibrant wildlife that can be found in Inagua National Park, home to the world's largest breeding colony of West Indian flamingoes, featuring over 80,000 flamingoes plus 140 species of other native and migratory birds worthy of birdwatching. The undeniable beauty of The Exuma Cays from its Land and Sea National Park to the famous swimming pigs to James Bond adventures in Thunderball Grotto. The stunning display of caves and caverns of The Bahamas. The long-standing history of pirates, ancient shipwrecks and buried treasure.

Two-time Formula One World Champion Fernando Alonso commissioned a custom Power Eco catamaran from Sunreef Yachts, combining state-of-the-art electric propulsion and cutting-edge eco-friendly technology.

This winter, consider a charter in the Indian Ocean. Enjoy paradise on the 47-meter “Para Bellum” Superyacht. Experience all the fascinating things the Gulf region or the Seychelles islands have to offer aboard this incredible yacht.

Customization is key when it comes to building luxury yachts. But Italian shipyard OTAM Yachts takes customization to a whole new level by personalizing not only the visual styling of its vessels but every single detail in the construction process to meet the exact needs and desires of the owner.

The new 24-meter Wallywhy 150 debuted in the United States at the 2023 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, drawing massive admiration and praise. The range was born after the introductory model, the 27-metre Wallywhy 200, was launched in a revolutionary rethink driven by Wally's founder and chief designer, Luca Bassani, and the Wally and Ferretti Group teams. Today, with the Wallywhy 150, the range is completed, predicting a future out of this world.

A true reflection of each owner and their unique boating lifestyle, the 60 offers customer flexibility alongside elevated luxury. With four different cockpit modules focused on cruising, entertaining or enjoying your favorite water sports to choose from, create an exterior layout entirely and exclusively of your selection.

Evolution of the acclaimed Pirelli 42 model which attracted a lot of attention in the nautical world, Pirelli 50 is a step further – and into the magical length of 50 feet, or 15 meters. Despite its size, the Pirelli 50, with its sporty T-top connected to the windshield, retains the spirit of a sport RIB, which, ironically, might make it seem smaller – as we’re all used to seeing RIBs, even the really big ones, as nothing but tenders to larger yachts.