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Cruise on a floating Island by Wally Hermès
February 24, 2010| Share your thoughts
Cruise on a floating Island by Wally Hermès

Wally Hermès Yachts, today unveils a revolutionary approach to cruising in motor yachts with the presentation of a full size model of its first born, an innovative 58 metre-long 38 metre-wide yacht.

Top 10 Boating Innovations of the Decade Top 10 Boating Innovations of the Decade

At Yacht Help Desk we’re for anything that makes boating easier and more enjoyable!
Here’s our list of the most popular, useful and innovative advances in boating this past decade.

Does Buying New Make Sense Now? Does Buying New Make Sense Now?

It’s common knowledge that now is the time to buy anything IF you have the ability to do so. Cash is obviously a plus, but there’s contrary to popular belief, there are still many sources for boat financing. Banks are happy to offer excellent loans to those that have dependable cash flow, good credit history and can comfortably make a 15% to 20% deposit. so you are willing, ready and able…now what?

Rich Lazzara – VP of Lazzara Yachts Rich Lazzara – VP of Lazzara Yachts

Yacht Help Desk had a candid conversation with Rich Lazzara the Vice President, LIYS of Lazzara Yachts. Read his thoughts about the state of the industry, His family buisness, and recommendations on your next yacht purchase

Hybrid Propulsion – the future today Hybrid Propulsion – the future today

Why Hybrid Propulsion on yachts provides more benefits besides lowering environmental impact.

Full Service Brokerage
September 21, 2009| Share your thoughts

We are constantly bombarded by advertisements, websites and business cards from brokers and salesmen claiming that they offer a truly “one stop shop”.  That unlike the competition they offer “full” service.  Ok- explain.
Are you saying …

How to Transform the Galley into the perfect kitchen
September 10, 2009| Share your thoughts
How to Transform the Galley into the perfect kitchen

“The boat may sail on its bottom but a sailor sails on his stomach”

The act of eating has evolved into more than just a necessary means for survival. Today, it has taken on the role …

Boat Buddy…Choose Wisely
July 31, 2009| Share your thoughts
Boat Buddy…Choose Wisely

Unless you’re Hemingway’s Santiago (Google it) you probably enjoy some company on the boat. Be it friends or family they make the experience more enjoyable so it’s natural that their opinion should influence your buying …