WATCH AN ONLINE SCREENING OF ALIEN INVADERS TONIGHT – JUNE 2ND

By Alecia Adamson, REEF Field Operations Coordinator

Changing Seas, an original production of Miami’s public television station WPBT2, will host a live online screening event of Alien Invaders, the series’ latest episode focusing on the lionfish invasion in the Caribbean and Western Atlantic. Alien Invaders will be screened live on the Changing Seas website www.changingseas.tv/webcast on Thursday, June 2nd at 7:30 p.m. EST. During the screening, dive enthusiasts will have the opportunity to join an online chat with producers and the experts featured in the program. REEF’s Lad Akins and researcher Stephanie Green will be be online to answer questions live during the event.

The Reef Environmental Education Foundation is a grass-roots organization that seeks to conserve marine ecosystems by educating, enlisting and enabling divers and other marine enthusiasts to become active ocean stewards and citizen scientists.

Please visit the Caribbean or Florida and the Bahamas to explore the wonderful options that are available for dive charters.

Posted on June 2, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Richard Sauter, Leader In Eco Friendly Yacht Design, Launches Bali Net Zero Hotel Resort & Spa

Richard John Sauter, a long time visionary in the design of the technologically evolved, environmentally responsible superyacht, is diversifying. At the recent RINA Conference held in Genoa he made a presentation emphasizing the ’10 basic steps that will place the Post Carbon Superyacht at the forefront of mankind’s inevitable Post Carbon Future.’ Sauters innovative superyachts harness “the collective maritime resources derived from the sun, wind, waves and currents at sea.”

Sauter has come ashore to tackle sustainability issues with the prototypical Bali Net Zero Hotel, with solar panels numerous enough to collect more than double the amount of energy required to run the hotel. By generating and selling this surplus electricity by day, the Hotel is able to offset the electricity they will consume from the grid by night. The Solar Energy generated by the Hotel complex will be sold to the local community with the profits used to cover the cost of laying down, maintaining and further expanding the systems infrastructure.

Richard Sauter founder of Sauter Carbon Offset Design commented “Building Net Zero Green Power Resorts instead of a coal fired power station is a realistic, cost effective alternative for Bali. The Chinese Coal Fired power station proposed for Bali is what made China the number one environmental polluter on the planet today. Green Power from Net Zero Hotel Resorts like this one will show that collectively, the Tourist Industry in Bali can provide enough Solar Power to establish the island of the Gods as the number one Eco Tourist destination in the world”.

The Bali Net Zero Hotel Resort & Spa generates 2.5Mws of electricity a day from its solar cell array to maintain a Zero Carbon status. Solar panels which have a 25 year warranty will be deployed as an integral part of the cascading roof on 4 floors.

Being a renewable and sustainable power generation station will qualify the Bali Net Zero Resort as a Certified Carbon Offset Project allowing for the sale of Carbon Offset Credits to guests in the form of a 5% surcharge on Hotel facilities. The cost of the entire Solar Power Generating System may be recovered in less than 3 years. As a Certified Carbon Offset Project the Bali Net Zero Hotel & Seminyak Solar Power Station will offset over 5,000 tons of CO2 per year.

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Posted on May 31, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Heesen Yachts Delivers 164’ Semi Displacement Performance Yacht SARTORI to New Owner in Monaco: Owner Applies for Acceptance in “La Belle Classe Superyacht”

The prolific Dutch shipyard has delivered another magnificent build. SARTORI, with a top speed of 24 knots, is among the world’s fastest and most efficient 50meter builds. The innovative hard-chine hull combined with Hessen’s weight reduction technology and equipped with a pair of high power-to-weight ratio MTU 2.720kW engines, results in top speed, greater fuel economy, and an impressive range of 3.200 NM at 12 knots. Frank Laupman from Omega Architects is responsible for the elegantly streamlined exterior styling. The owner appointed the award-winning French designer, Rémi Tessier, to create the stylish interior.

Screen shot 2011-05-27 at 11.46.53 AM — Yachts at Monaco Grand Prix

The Owner will take delivery in Monaco where the official christening will take place during the Monaco Grand Prix. The Owner will also apply to be part of “La Belle Classe Superyacht”, a certification created by the Yacht Club de Monaco to unite owners who share similar yachting values. Members of “La Belle Classe” are committed to an ethical code of upstanding behavior and environmental responsibility. All members of this very select Club sign a charter outlining specific objectives in the areas of etiquette, the environment and technology.

Follow this link for a wealth of information about Yacht Charter in Monaco and Chartering for the Monaco Grand Prix.

Posted on May 27, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

Our Charter Experts On Board Codecasa 205 APOGEE: Reaching the Apex of Superyacht Engineering and Design

APOGEE is a stunning 205 foot Codecasa with an aristocratic aesthetic that is enthusiastically appreciated by admirers of traditional interiors rich in mahogany and marble, superior amenities, and impressive sea keeping capabilities. The yacht is equipped with state of the art electronics, an excellent stabilization system and engines that propel her to a surprising top speed of 17 knots with a 6,000nm range.

APOGEE is a yacht of surprises, opulently designed with classic Old World elegance; zany elements like the jukebox and disco ball in the skylounge add just the right dash of playfulness. APOGEE also has the most impressive on deck gym we’ve ever seen, indispensible in offsetting the effects of the talented Chef. And, if guests become a bit overzealous in their calorie depleting workout, Coral, the capable Second Stew, is qualified to massage away the strain.

Notable features aboard APOGEE include a spacious formal dining room with seating for twelve, a skylounge that beckons a theme party, and superb outdoor deck arrangements on every level. Not surprisingly, we are told that guests generally prefer casual outdoor dining, with alluring options on the aft and upper decks. However, the supremely elegant formal dining room provides the raison de d’être to dress for dinner.

APOGEE has six luxurious staterooms to accommodate 12 guests, each with ample storage and opulent bathrooms. The master compartment includes a generous lounge area and handsome office that blends perfectly with the sophisticated surrounding décor. A nanny cabin is a real plus for guests accompanied by children or staff.

The elevator amidships, which conveniently accesses all deck levels, takes us smoothly up to the skylounge. Here, within a vast space suitable for ballroom dancing, Neno is busy behind the sweeping bar preparing a colorful array of enticing cocktails. On APOGEE, 17 crew members are charming, attentive and multitalented, and Neno is no exception. His abilities include bartender, server, butler, housekeeper and laundryman.

APOGEE is a stunning yacht with a highly skilled and delightful crew that expertly cater to the individual needs of each guest. The ambiance on board APOGEE is supremely comfortable, the atmosphere delightfully convivial, and the accommodations are luxuriously plush. APOGEE effortlessly launches her esteemed guests to the absolute apex of the charter experience.

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Posted on May 26, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Cure with a View: Stretch Ship Board Sea Legs on Panoramic Hiking Trails from Bitter End Yacht Club, Virgin Gorda, BVI

There are over five miles of intertwining hiking trails at the Eastern end of North Sound, Virgin Gorda, that offer gentle climbs and spectacular views. Guy’s Trail, named for Bitter End’s resident bushwacker and primo photographer, is a 1.5-mile (approximately 45 minute to 1 hour) tour that starts at the Northeast end of the Bitter End property, casually climbs the 455-foot hill behind Bitter End, traverses North to South, and then descends near the pool at Bitter End, or if one chooses to, continues to connect with trails to Deep Bay, Oil Nut Bay, Biras Creek, and on up the 630-foot “Great Hill.”

It’s great exercise, great fun and the views are absolutely breathtaking. Strap on some sneakers or sturdy treads, grab a water bottle or a sports drink at the Club’s Emporium and hit the trails. After hiking, head for the on-site world-class spa to indulge in a soothing treatment, visit the Bitter End Pub for a refreshing beverage, or simply lounge on the beach.

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Posted on May 25, 2011 by admin — No Comments ↓