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XP Cover-YUAE18-2_XP Cover-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 16:59 Page1 E M I R A T E S FEATURED YACHTS MAGELLANO 74 SAN LORENZO SL100 BURGER – SYCARA IV FEADSHIP – TRIDENT BERTHING POOL ARABIAN GULF MARINA GUIDE A CALL TO ARMS? EXPERT ANTI-PIRACY ADVICE A DECADE OF DESIGN 16 PAGES, 6 DESIGNERS INTERVIEWED, 6 YACHTS COMPARED N° 18 - March-April 2010 INTERNATIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION ZONE Spanish Fly – a yacht to stimulate the senses ASTONDOA’S 96 GLX

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page87 In Real March-April 2010 Astondoa 96 GLX SPANISH FLY Astondoa’s new mid-range yacht is an intriguing fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, huge spaces and intricate details. By Craig Barnett Photos: Astondoa/Khaled Termanini 87

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page88 A In Real The white carpets, headliner and furniture serve as a backdrop against which the dramatic grain of the Olivatto wood is highlighted March-April 2010 After 96 years of yacht production, 3,000 vessels to their credit, a range that stretches from 40ft to almost 200ft, and production currently approaching 100 units a year, Astondoa is a yard that boasts some impressive figures. Numbers however do little justice to the quality of yachts the company has created on the Spanish Costa Blanca. Over...

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page89 In Real March-April 2010 The oversized flybridge and large aft deck provide a surfeit of space for entertaining, making it a yacht to be enjoyed with friends. With the large central hot-tub and sizeable wet bar, one would be forgiven for thinking the 96 GLX is a party boat designed purely for the youthful generation, or certainly those young at heart. Enter the saloon however, and the quality of joinery is of a standard that will be appreciated by mature owners who yearn for the true craftsmanship...

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page90 In Real March-April 2010 The owner’s suite runs full beam and the curved entrance is flanked by the en-suite and a sizeable dressing room ply begs to be used for playing in the sun. Stretching to the transom it takes full advantage of the available length and, by overhanging the bulwarks to port and starboard, every inch of available beam is utilized. The result is an entertainment platform that offers space aft for freestanding sun loungers, a large circular hot tub in the centre, and a sofa to...

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page91 In Real March-April 2010 Astondoa 96 GLX LENGTH HULL - 28 M (91.8FT) BEAM - 6.81 M DRAFT - 2.38 M FUEL CAPACITY - 10000 L WATER CAPACITY - 3700 L ACCOMMODATION - 12 BERTHS ENGINES - 2 X MTU 16V2000 2000HP CERTIFICATION - CE B DISTRIBUTED IN THE GCC BY: AURORA YACHTS P.O.BOX 119651 DUBAI - U.A.E. TEL.: +971 4 332 8651 FAX: +971 4 332 8652 EMAIL: INFO@AURORAYACHTS.AE WEB: WWW.AURORAYACHTS.AE yards in the world to also own a high-end furniture production company. Where many yards install and assemble...

XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2_XP IN REAL-Astondoa 96 GLX-YUAE18-2 25/02/10 14:56 Page92 In Real March-April 2010 Flanked by a companion banquette and table to starboard, the helm can be accessed through a door leading to the bulwarks and the crew accommodation aft. The guest accommodations are equally well appointed with a twin cabin, each featuring an ensuite and additional Pullman bunk if required, located on either side of the passageway that leads to the spacious VIP suite in the bow. Crew accommodations are accessed through the transom, where a small laundry room, and two cabins...