Elite Traveler May-June 2016

DISCOVER

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Yachts

YACHTING AND BEYOND NEWS IN BRIEF

1 Sail around the Mediterranean, visiting the likes of Portofino, Monte Carlo and Cannes on a luxurious SeaDream megayacht before boarding a private jet to go on safari in Africa. Trips can be tailored to suit if you prefer a detour or a longer break. From $107,000 pp, tcsworldtravel.com

Elite pick Solandge

Winner of La Belle Classe Superyacht and Best Exterior atMonaco, this spacious yacht, which sleeps 16, has a nightclubwith aDJ station on the top deck so up to 60 guests can party the night away. Built inGermany, 2013 $190m, moranyachts.com

2 What do you get if you cross the world’s fastest production sportscar brand Bugatti with the world’s largest motor yacht builder Palmer Johnson? The Niniette – a series of carbon fiber, wood and titanium sports yachts. There are three different-sized models – the largest is 88ft. They are all inspired by Bugatti’s Type 57 C Atalante and Type 41 Royale cars (pictured above). From $2.27m, palmerjohnson.com

LEICA UNDERWATER CAMERA

Shock-, dust- and waterproof, the Leica X-Uhas been created, along with Audi Design, to defy the elements. The top plate and control dials are made from aluminium, the body and screen are covered in anti-slip material, the buttons are integrated into the body, and the battery andmemory card slots have a double locking system. With no gaps for sand or water to enter, this is a camera for adventures. $2,950, us.leica-camera.com

3 Say goodbye to packing for your next trip, instead have your new wardrobe delivered directly to your yacht. Luxury resortwear brand Marie France Van Damme has teamed up with Y.CO Charter to ensure your new clothes are waiting onboard for you. y.co/the-yacht-company/brand-partners

Words: Susie Moir