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If you are driving a car, you must follow the rules of the road. Similarly, if you are taking out your boat in South Africa for a spin in the nearby lagoon, there are certain ‘rules of the road’ you

If you own a boat, maintaining it is equally important. Your boat is an investment; you must protect it by caring for it. Appropriate boat maintenance practices safeguard your boat’s durability, longevity, and functionality. It will continue to be your

Whether it is for travelling around the world or working up to save money, many high school graduates consider taking a gap year. Under normal circumstances, you might not be able to do both.  But what if we tell you

If you are aiming to work on a superyacht, you at least need the RYA Powerboat Level 2 license. However, if you want to better yourself in the powerboat field regardless of your career background, the RYA Powerboat Advanced Course

In the previous article, we familiarised ourselves with the RYA Powerboat Advanced Course in South Africa. It is the ultimate test of a skipper’s abilities before to embark on their Yachtmaster adventures. However, you cannot directly go for the RYA

The Superyacht Industry offers an affluent work environment, ample salary, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see and experience the world. But while there are pros, there are cons, and we should weigh them against each other before deciding. Superyacht Industry

A career on a ship like a cruise ship or a superyacht sure sounds lucrative. However, you will require certain qualifications before you can even start applying for these positions. One of the crucial qualifications prior to entering the marine

Superyacht crews are usually brimming with youth and energy. An older person can dream of working on a superyacht—a lavish, luxurious environment with high-end standards and wages. However, they may feel like they are too old to ‘fit in’ on

Just like how car drivers need a license to drive, boat drivers need a skipper license to drive a boat. In South Africa, the SAMSA Skipper’s License, commonly known as Skipper Ticket, is the license you require to safely and

To experience the South African boating culture at its peak, you WILL require the Skipper’s License in South Africa. Sometimes referred to as ‘Skipper Ticket’, this license allows you to drive various types of boats, depending on your license type.