Summer is a great time to buy a yacht, and to find out what and how to buy, we’re asking an expert: Bob Denison, founder and president of  Denison Yachting


Bob Denison

Here’s his personal list of best boats to buy in 2021. 

Exodus
131' Sunseeker 2019
40m



The 131 model is the successor to the Sunseeker 40m yacht, with an improved design in the floor to ceiling windows in the main and upper salon, as well the master cabin to allow natural light to hit the vessel’s interior through and through. 



Exodus is the fifteenth hull of a very successful platform and can comfortably accommodate twelve guests in five cabins. She’s an adaptable yacht able to hit up to 25 knots top speed, but also with reduced cruising speed for low fuel consumption thanks to the use of trailing pumps fitted to the gearboxes, enabling single engine use.



All major equipment onboard where possible has been upgraded to oversized and doubled for redundancy. She is equipped with underway and at-anchor stabilizers.

Asking price: $20,419,200. 

Crescent Lady
117' Crescent 2020 
36m



The 35.7m Crescent 117 offers a versatile interior and exterior spaces with fantastic options for entertaining, lounging and dining. She was designed by Naval Architect Gregory C. Marshall and features a contemporary, elegant exterior and a timeless interior. 



She can accommodate ten guests in five staterooms. Crescent 117 features a full-beam master stateroom with a king-size bed, large wardrobe and an en-suite bath with a hot tub. The yacht’s additional staterooms include two king VIPs and two double staterooms with single beds. Each stateroom is complete with its own en-suite bath. The Crescent 117 also has accommodations for five crew in three cabins.



Asking price: $13,495,000.

Patriot
87' Feadship 1984 
26,6m



Patriot represents the quality you would expect from a world-renowned yacht builder. Considered a gentleman’s sport yacht, Patriot is a versatile and stunning yacht that has been incredibly refit by a small group of very experienced yachtsmen and captains. 



Patriot’s current owner has continued to create a work of art with his detailed refits, adding to a perfect harmony of performance, comfort and sophistication. 
This yacht can accommodate up to seven guests with a beautifully remodeled interior and a large updated custom galley.



Asking price: $5,999,000.

Atali 
97' De Cesari 2006 
29m



A truly one-of-a-kind yacht in exceptional condition, she can accommodate eight guests in ⁠four staterooms. 



Asking price: $4,099,000. 

Stae
86' Sanlorenzo 2017
26,7m



Stae is the model Sanlorenzo SL86. She carries a Williams 385 jet tender on her hydraulic swim platform and a Yamaha EX Deluxe in her garage.



Stae sleeps eight guests in four cabins, including a spacious full-beam master cabin + separate crew accommodations for four located forward of the wheelhouse towards the bow. 
Twin MTU 12V2000 Series M94 1947hp engines give her a top speed near 30 knots and a fast cruising speed over 20 knots. 



Asking price: $4,495,000. 

Denison Yachting has long been a leader in the yachting industry and has a rich family history dating back to 1948 with the start of Broward Marine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Denison's locations include twenty brick-and-mortar marina offices in the United States.

Credits: Denison Yachting

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New Appointment: Lynn Fischer as GB Marine Group Chief Marketing Officer
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Itama Unveils New 16m Open Cruiser
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Camper and Nicholsons Opens New Office in Viareggio
Camper & Nicholsons announces the establishment of its fourteenth office in Viareggio, Italy. This strategic move underscores the company's ongoing dedication to maintaining leadership in yacht construction and design.Located within one of Europe's premier yacht-building hubs, the new facility will focus on new-build sales, refitting services, and comprehensive project management. It symbolizes Camper & Nicholsons' evolving approach to yacht design, aiming to set new benchmarks for creative innovation and superior craftsmanship.According to Paolo Casani, CEO of Camper & Nicholsons, “The rising demand for new builds and project management necessitated establishing a specialized presence to enhance client service delivery. The Viareggio office provides an advanced structure guiding owners throughout all stages of yacht creation, from concept to completion.”Led by Daniela Duck, Managing Director of Camper & Nicholsons Italy, the office aims to cater to the expanding market for customized yacht solutions. Beyond conventional sales and project oversight, the Viareggio branch envisions becoming an inspirational space where clients engage directly in the design process, shaping their visions collaboratively with experts.Additionally, Camper & Nicholsons is pioneering novel digital tools to streamline and elevate the design phase further. This innovative initiative reinforces the company's reputation for pushing boundaries in yacht engineering and aesthetics.With its latest venture, Camper & Nicholsons seeks to usher in a transformative period for yacht development, blending tradition with modern technology. The firm welcomes stakeholders and enthusiasts alike to join in creating the next wave of exceptional vessels.Credits: Camper & Nicholsons
U-Boat Worx Submarines Unveil New Frontiers in Marine Exploration
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