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Original expert commentary on yacht charter, sales, and heritage from Nicholson's brokerage team — combining 75 years of experience with practical, actionable guidance.

The History of Yacht Charter in Antigua

Antigua is where the yacht charter industry was born. This is the story of how a wartime schooner and a naval family's arrival in 1949 created what would become a global industry.

By Mike Hutton · Co-Owner & Head of Charter, Nicholson Yachting

Charter20 Sept 2026

Understanding APA on a Yacht Charter

APA — the Advance Provisioning Allowance — is the most misunderstood aspect of yacht charter pricing. Here is what it covers, how it works, and what to expect at the end of your charter.

Mike Hutton

Sales22 Sept 2026

Buying a Superyacht — The Complete Process

From defining your requirements to closing and handover, here is the complete superyacht purchasing process — explained by a broker who has guided buyers through every stage.

Dominic Byrne

Charter25 Sept 2026

How the Modern Yacht Charter Industry Began

The yacht charter industry did not begin with a business plan. It began with a family, a wartime schooner, and an informal request to go sailing. Here is how it grew into a global industry.

Mike Hutton

History28 Sept 2026

The Nicholson Story — From Antigua to International Yachting

From a wartime schooner in Antigua to an international superyacht brokerage — the Nicholson story spans over 75 years of yachting heritage. Here is how the company evolved.

Dominic Byrne

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