M/Y ALFA: A Landmark Charter Season in Thailand
70M M/Y ALFA available to charter in Thailand this season
The Superyacht Spice Route is more than a new itinerary, it’s a new frontier for winter cruising and chartering. And the arrival of M/Y ALFA in Thailand marks a significant moment of proof.
At over 70 metres, ALFA is the largest and most prestigious yacht so far to reach Thai waters to spend the winter chartering there. She leads a fleet of three superyachts confirmed to charter in Thailand this winter, alongside M/Y SpaceCat and M/Y Northern Sun, following a successful charter season by M/Y Scott Free there last winter.
Each of ALFA’s three upcoming charters spans 10–14 days, offering her charter guests a rare opportunity to experience Thailand from a new perspective, aboard one of the world’s most impressive yachts. Sailing amongst the iconic limestone karsts and spectacular beaches of Phang Nga Bay, right around to the enchanting tropical islands of the Andaman Sea and the Mergui archipelago, opens up new cruising grounds and unique adventures.
This shift has been made possible by a landmark change in Thai maritime regulations, allowing foreign-flagged yachts to charter legally in Thai waters for the first time, following sustained campaigning by Verventia. With the regulatory pathway now open, the Superyacht Spice Route has begun to take shape.
This season’s ALFA charters have been arranged by Stephanie Archer of Ocean Independence, who commented: “Seeing ALFA secure three charters for Thailand this season says it all. Clients are ready for something new. Beyond the Med, there’s a growing appetite for adventure, for destinations with culture and depth. It’s an exciting moment for chartering, and just the beginning of what’s to come.”
As more yachts make the journey from the Mediterranean and more charters are confirmed, the Superyacht Spice Route vision is becoming reality. The routes to Thailand through the Red Sea and the East Indian Ocean mean more destinations along the route will become available to seasoned charterers looking for new experiences. For now, Thailand is open and the future of winter yachting has arrived.
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