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Below Deck Season 13 Trailer Highlights Storms, Romance, and Crew Tensions
entertainment28 days ago

Below Deck Season 13 Trailer Highlights Storms, Romance, and Crew Tensions

The trailer for Below Deck Season 13, premiering October 12, 2026, on Bravo, reveals a turbulent season for the crew of the yacht Azul V. Key plot points include a severe weather event near Phuket, Thailand, that forces the crew to secure the vessel and cut power, creating an 'apocalyptic' atmosphere. Interpersonal conflicts arise from a 'rumor mill' between second stew Rainbeau de Roos and new crew member Rosa Simms-Preston. Romantic subplots involve a complicated marriage proposal between Matthew Fitzpatrick-Buck and Kaylee Brown, and a power dynamic issue between bosun Alex Wright and deckhand Jessenia Stidger. Captain Kerry Titheradge expresses confidence in his team despite guest complaints and minor errors, particularly regarding Wright.

via Bravo|
#below-deck#bravo#entertainment
Mediterranean yacht charters go on sale as demand cools this summer
business3 months ago

Mediterranean yacht charters go on sale as demand cools this summer

Mediterranean summer yacht charters are down 20–30% from last year as geopolitical tensions ease demand, with brokers reporting discounts for July–August and a surge in last-minute bookings; large yachts remain in strongest demand, while September charters are already up, and deals like Club M dropping to 210,000 euros for a mid-July week illustrate the pricing trend.

via CNBC|
#business#charter-discounts#last-minute-bookings
Comanche Clinches Line Honors in Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
sports9 months ago

Comanche Clinches Line Honors in Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Master Lock Comanche, a supermaxi yacht, won line honors at the 80th Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, marking a redemption victory for co-skippers Matt Allen and James Mayo after last year's setback. The race was highly competitive, with the yacht showcasing impressive speed and resilience, and the win was celebrated as a significant achievement in their sailing careers.

via The New York Times|
#line-honors#master-lock-comanche#race-victory
"Timeline of US Couple's Yacht Hijacking and Disappearance in the Caribbean"
crime2 years ago

"Timeline of US Couple's Yacht Hijacking and Disappearance in the Caribbean"

Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel, an American couple living on their yacht in the Caribbean, went missing after three escaped prisoners allegedly stole their boat and arrived on the nearby island of St. Vincent. Police believe the couple is likely dead, as signs of violence and a red substance resembling blood were found on the yacht. The suspects have been arrested and are cooperating with investigators, but the bodies of the missing couple have not been found.

via ABC News|
#caribbean#crime#investigation
"Retired American Couple Vanishes as Yacht Disappears in Caribbean"
crime2 years ago

"Retired American Couple Vanishes as Yacht Disappears in Caribbean"

Retired US couple Kathy Brandel and Ralph Hendry vanished while sailing off the Grenada coast, with their yacht found abandoned, blood-stained, and 80 miles off course. The Royal Grenada Police Force suspects foul play and links the couple's disappearance to the escape of three prisoners, who are believed to have killed the occupants of the yacht. The couple, seasoned sailors, had recently completed a Caribbean rally and were last seen near Grand Anse Beach in Grenada. Family members have requested that non-officials stand down from conducting searches, and a fundraising appeal has been started to support the couple's loved ones.

via Business Insider|
#caribbean#crime#escapees
"Surprising Departure Shakes Up Below Deck Med Season 8 Premiere"
entertainment3 years ago

"Surprising Departure Shakes Up Below Deck Med Season 8 Premiere"

The season 8 premiere of Below Deck Mediterranean was filled with drama as two crew members faced visa issues, and one crew member, Bosun Ruan Irving, was found to have falsified yachtmaster credentials. Additionally, Ruan received devastating news of a friend's passing, leading him to make the unexpected decision to leave the yacht and return home to South Africa. Captain Sandy Yawn was left to find a replacement bosun before the first charter.

via E! NEWS|
#below-deck-mediterranean#captain-sandy-yawn#entertainment
"Below Deck Med Season 8 Premiere: Shocking Departure and Captain Sandy's Revelations"
television3 years ago

"Below Deck Med Season 8 Premiere: Shocking Departure and Captain Sandy's Revelations"

The season premiere of Below Deck Mediterranean introduces a new crew in the Italian Riviera, but faces immediate challenges with visa issues and a problematic bosun. The crew must navigate a series of setbacks, including missing paperwork, inaccurate distance calling, and a fraudulent license. The episode ends with the departure of the bosun and the need to find a replacement, leaving the crew in a state of uncertainty. Meanwhile, tensions rise within the interior team as an inexperienced stew struggles to keep up. Captain Sandy and the crew work to provide a memorable experience for the demanding charter guests.

via Vulture|
#below-deck-mediterranean#captain-sandy#crew-drama