Rebecca Riley

As a private yacht charter broker I travel throughout the world looking for the most amazing yachts and locations for holidays.  This series of articles are written to share with you a glimpse into what it's like to travel aboard these luxury yachts throughout the world.  Private yachting is an incredible way to travel and explore exciting destinations and it's probably not as expensive as you imagine.  I will do my best to share these experiences with you in my articles.  Please send me an Email with any questions about private yacht charters and I will try to answer them personally or in subsequent articles. I have just returned from a week in Croatia and have chosen that destination as an introduction to this exciting sserieson Luxurious Private Yacht Charter Travel. If you can imagine a yacht reminiscent of the Great Gatsby era and a coastline of azure blue wa... (more)

The Venice of America

Purchasing waterfront property in Fort Lauderdale is an investment that promises to remain strong in the future. With the Intracoastal Waterway offering protected year-round cruising, and more than 150 miles of waterway canals leading to hundreds of restaurants, shops and boutiques, a performing arts center, and a multitude of homes and offices, it's easy to see why Fort Lauderdale is called the "Venice of America." The waterways are an integral part of life in Fort Lauderdale. There are even water taxis and buses that zip around to take you to your destination. If you have to ... (more)

St.Vincent and the Grenadines

Mention a Caribbean cruise and most people assume you’re talking about St. Martin / St. Barths or perhaps the Virgin Islands. People usually do not think of the Southern Caribbean which includes St. Vincent and the Grenadines. However, that is starting to change. “The Caribbean is the most beautiful place in the world” said one of the guests cruising aboard the M/Y WilPower (Click for password) , “and the islands of the Grenadines are so spectacular that there is no way to describe this with photos or words – you literally have to see it to believe it!” Couple this beauty with t... (more)

Prince William and Kate Middleton visit Mustique

If you are a "Royal" watcher or even just an occasional reader of any of the grocery store tabloids, you will have noticed that Prince William (second in line to be King of England) and his girlfriend Kate Middleton seem to have fallen in love.  If not with each other then certainly with the island of Mustique.  Kate was there twice in the month of August. Mustique, which is part of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines island chain in the Caribbean, has long been one of my favorite destinations.  See my article about cruising in the Grenadines in YVC.  Mustique is off the beaten t... (more)

Sharon Stone Went to Sardinia. Shouldn't You?

The TimesOnLine reports seeing a great looking Sharon Stone on the beach in Sardinia.  What about YOU?  Sardinia is the summer playground for the rich and famous and is a great charter destination.  The weather is still beautiful and it's the perfect time to get a great deal on a fabulous yacht to wrap up your summer in style.  Low season rates are in effect.  Take advantage of fabulous special rates like the two below: SOLEMAR - click here for password - has dropped their rate from 325,000 Euros a week to only 225,000 Euros for weeks in the months of October and November! PURE... (more)