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Being close to the water is one of the many luxuries of life on a luxury yacht. For snorkeling enthusiasts, owning a boat offers the chance to explore new, beautifully preserved, and often deserted dive sites in the furthest corners of the world. The Florida Keys is a boating haven and boasts several excellent snorkeling […]

Large yachts require a crew to help operate and maintain them. Smaller vessels, somewhere around 50 or 60 feet or smaller, may be owner-operated if the owner is skilled enough, but as boats grow larger, more specialized staff are required to run the vessel with its increasingly complicated technology and equipment.  Generally, if someone is […]

There are five popular yacht hull materials that have been used for decades or even centuries in yacht construction including Ferro-cement, wood, steel, aluminum, and fiberglass. Let’s take a look at the ones that have been the most widely used for so many years. #1 Yacht Hull Material: Ferro-cement If you are one of those […]

The Ripple Effect The recent race to buy yachts, spurred on by the pandemic, caused a ripple effect in several support industries, including marine WiFi and satellite systems. That’s why we thought now would be a good time to bring new and seasoned sailors up to speed on the numerous ways to stay connected while […]

Whether you focus on the journey or the destination, or somewhere in between, this quick-read shares the pros and cons of three types of boats designed for extended long-range cruising. Read more below on the journey versus the destination of modern trawlers versus sleek speedsters. Image caption: DeFever Trawler 49 Lioness

Baglietto custom yachts are known for their top quality and Italian flair; here, we take a look at what YATCO.com has listed for sale by the renowned shipyard. Read more below and check out six Baglietto yachts for sale that we absolutely love.

You won’t find the same superyacht bow on a fast, planing hull racing yacht as you will on a transatlantic luxury cruiser. That’s because the form of a boat’s bow shapes the overall “on-the-water” experience. It’s also why choosing the right bow depends a great deal on your cruising requirements and expectations. Image caption: Herculina […]

Yacht tenders need to be reliable boats that can take guests to and from the yacht safely. They must also be able to go fast, for some are used alongside water toys such as inflatables. Here, YATCO looks closely at 4 of its most unique superyacht tenders are truly set apart from the rest. Read […]

If you’re like most yacht owners, at one time or another, you’ve debated over whether to sell your vessel or charter it. The answer depends on a variety of factors.

We at YATCO want your yacht listings to shine, to get the most out of using our yachts for sale MLS, and for you to get boat leads, leads, leads! Below are 5 elements that make great yacht listings, as well as some examples of ideal listings.

Superyacht ownership is a feat that many strive to achieve, but is only reserved for the few who can reach a certain level of financial success. That said, there are many choices to make once you get there. Type, size, production, semi-custom or fully customized – what to choose? Image caption: Westport Yachts Nina Lu […]

Technically, anything that floats (except maybe inner tubes) and carries people and/or cargo constitutes a boat. And, when it comes to boats, size isn’t the only thing that matters. Boat types, hull design and, most important, how you intend to use it do too. So, whether you’re ready to buy your first yacht, move up […]