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Filming Brings Stars to Fort Lauderdale’s Waters

Monday, June 27th, 2011

It’s no secret that the upcoming movie Rock of Ages is being filmed on-location in Miami, bringing stars Tom Cruise, Russell Brand and Julianne Hough to the beautiful beaches of South Florida. Julianne Hough, well known for her seasons as a professional dancer on hit television show Dancing with the Stars was seen frolicking on the beaches of Fort Lauderdale. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes were spotted boarding a private luxury yacht charter on Father’s Day with their daughter Suri. Taking a break from filming in Miami, Tom enjoyed the boat while his wife and daughter caught a breeze on the deck of the ship.

A yacht charter is certainly a welcome break from the summer heat. Thankfully, Fort Lauderdale is known as the yachting capital of the world. Located in the heart of the city is Atlantic Yacht and Ship, offering luxury yacht charters catered to your needs. Atlantic Yacht and Ship will work with you on the size of your party, length of travel time and your destination of choice to plan the vacation of your dreams. All-inclusive packages provide your own chef on board to create a custom menu suited to your taste.

If you’d rather own your own boat, Atlantic Yacht and Ship is an international yacht brokerage that offers new and used motor yachts for sale. Search the extensive luxury yacht listing here. From sailboats and motoryachts to catamarans and fishing boats, Atlantic carries hundreds of selections in every size and type. With over 50 years of experience serving the yachting community, Atlantic Yacht and Ship has proven to be a reliable resource for yachting needs.

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South Florida Marine Industry Spins for a Cause

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

Last Friday, the marine industry came together in downtown Fort Lauderdale and geared up for a great cause. The third annual Spin-A-Thon to benefit Kids in Distress (KID), a South Florida agency that helps abused and neglected children, was a rousing success. The Spin-A-Thon was hosted by the Marine Industry Cares Foundation, which was created by a group of industry leaders committed to bringing the marine and local communities together to raise money and awareness for local charities.

For six hours, more than 400 people took a turn cycling on stationary bikes for KID. The event raised over $100,000 and counting for the charity. It was a fun way for the maritime industry to come ashore and make a difference in the lives of local children and families.

The day began when City of Fort Lauderdale Mayor Jack Seiler and former Dolphins player Keith Sims kicked off the event by cycling first at 1pm. Once commenced, each participating marine business had a team bike and a group of enthusiastic cyclists that kept the wheels turning until the spinning event’s end at 7pm. But, the festivities lasted well into the night at a “Thank-you” party for participants and guests.

This year’s Spin-a-thon was sanctioned by Winterfest and was a Fort Lauderdale centennial event. The organizers hope to continue raising support for local charities through exciting, fun events like the Spin-a-thon, which promotes a sense of camaraderie and unity among the marine industry. The ultimate goal is for other shipping industries in cities around the world to adopt the model and implement similar events in their own area.

Atlantic Yacht and Ship is a yacht broker in Fort Lauderdale and has served the South Florida community for over 50 years. Events like the Spin-A-Thon are a great way to showcase the maritime industry. If you are looking for a yacht for sale in Fort Lauderdale, the professionals at Atlantic Yacht and Ship will help you find the vessel you’re looking for, so check out our yacht listings today!

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Study Finds Boat Shows Effective for Sales

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010

A recent study indicates that boat shows are indeed one of the top influencers of boat-buying decisions, and ultimately lead to sales. Foresight Research conducted a survey that looked at over three thousand new boat buyers who purchased boats between January 2009 and August 2010. According to the survey, radio, newspaper and television ads are the key ways that consumers find out about boat shows. Here are some other interesting findings that attest to the effectiveness of boat shows when it comes to sales:

Buyers reported that they attended an average of 1.8 boat shows before making their purchase.
61% of boat show participants reported they got the information they needed to make their buying decision.
64% of participants go to a boat show planning to visit the brand they wish to purchase.
Consumers spend an average of 49 minutes looking at the brand of boat they ultimately purchased.
The average time between a boat show and when the purchase occurs is 3.3 months later.
41% of participants said they attended boat shows as a child.

This shows the importance of making boat shows family-friendly, as it creates a lasting impression on future boat buyers. Although consumers may not purchase boats right away at the show, the study finds that boat shows are effective in giving people information they need for a purchase in the near future.

Atlantic Yacht and Ship exhibits at several boat shows throughout the year, including the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, to provide sound advice and expertise to anyone interested in purchasing or selling a boat. Located in Fort Lauderdale, the yachting capital of the world, Atlantic Yacht and Ship offers free boat appraisals as well as an extensive listing of yachts for sale including Sunseeker, Horizon, Trinity and hundreds of other brands of motor yachts. See the full yacht listing here or use the yacht search feature.

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Trinity Yachts to Unveil ‘Mi Sueño’ at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

Trinity Yachts, a US-based luxury builder of custom super yachts, is debuting their 33-foot custom motor yacht at Fort Lauderdale’s annual International Boat Show.

Making its first appearance at Trinity’s Gulfport shipyard in New Orleans, the Mi Sueño motor yacht features a 59m semi-displacement aluminum hull. Luxurious design elements include the aft entrance, uniquely designed for dual use as a custom wine cellar with a capacity for over 400 bottles. This opulent addition is wrapped in bronze, with glass wine refrigerators just above cigar humidors made of robust wormwood. The foyer spares no expense, with toppled marble mosaic flooring, sage leather benches and end tables made with petrified wood.

The interior design of this impressive vessel was done by the renowned yacht and custom aircraft design team at Patrick Knowles Design. Described as “urban contemporary with overtones of Zen,” Patrick Knowles creates a tony environment while maintaining an earthy ambiance. A variety of gorgeous natural woods line the interior of Mi Sueño – Honduran mahogany, Australian lancewood, European maple burl and wenge from the Belgian Congo were used in the construction of the salon and dining area alone.

Off of the dining room you will find the split-level master suite. Featuring seven staterooms, this luxury motor yacht boasts a wheelchair-accessible room, as well as specially-equipped massage and exercise spaces.

Come view the unveiling of this extraordinary motor yacht at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, being held from October 28^th to November 1^st. Atlantic Yacht and Ship offers hundreds of new and used boats and yachts, including Trinity Yachts. Search our current listings for more information.

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Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Events!

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

The largest and most anticipated yachting event of the year – the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show – is fast approaching, running from Thursday, October 28 to Monday, November 1. Centered in Fort Lauderdale, the “Yachting Capital of the World”, the boat show will feature a wide variety of sportfishers, motor yachts, catamarans and more sprawled over 3 million square feet of space in 5 locations throughout the city. The show will provide bus shuttles, water taxis and riverboats for attendees to travel from site to site.

Among the exciting exhibitions, some of the most popular aspects of the international boat show are the events preceding and occurring during the five-day show. Here are some Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show events you won’t want to miss!

The Triton’s 7^th Annual Boat Show Kick-off Party – October 13, 2010. This year’s theme is Oktoberfest! Sample beers on tap at the Downtowner Saloon at 408 S. Andrews Avenue. Get you invitation here!
13^th Annual Kids’ Fishing Clinics – October 29-30, 2010. The clinics begin at 12pm and 2pm each day and are free with admission to the boat show. For ages 5-16.
IGFA School of Sportfishing is hosting 8 sessions on site at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Learn from the area’s best captains and professional anglers on the latest gadgets and tricks on sportfishing.

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2010 has an unprecedented amount of boat and yacht companies on display this year. Among the exhibitors is Atlantic Yacht and Ship, a yacht brokerage based in Fort Lauderdale. Atlantic has been serving the yachting community for over 50 years, and the experienced team of professionals can take the stress out of buying or selling a motor yacht. Check the listing of new and used boats for sale here.

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