January 25 was marked by “Discover Indonesia” yachting event, held at the second annual Captains Sundowner and hosted by Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia at The Haven at Yacht Haven Phuket. With the number of attendees doubled from the inaugural event in 2012, the 2013 edition was a huge success, marked by a presence of many big boat captains, currently visiting the fabulous Thai yacht charter destination – Phuket.
'Discover Indonesia' event - Lombok Indonesia
‘Discover Indonesia” invited all captains considering cruising Indonesia during 2013. The numbers tell the story of the rising star that is Indonesia, as around 20 captains were in attendance. Richard Lofthouse, GM of Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia was on site to chat informally with the skippers and make acquaintance ahead of their upcoming trips.
As well as captains planning on journeying to Indonesia, the APS Indonesia agent company also invited a few who had already cruised Indonesia extensively with them. These captains were happy to network and share their experiences, always a great way for information and knowledge about a destination to be passed on. A video presentation was screening throughout and plenty of materials and resources available for all attending.
“Overall we were thrilled with the response,” reported Lofthouse, “the informal nature of our event, over sundown drinks and snacks, allows us to talk freely and exchange information in depth. One ten minute chat over a beer saves the captain and me about 20 groundwork emails, making us both happy!”
'Discover Indonesia' Richard Lofthounse on 'Mayan Queen' Yacht at Bali Dock
When asked of subsequent plans for the event, Lofthouse replied “Indonesia cruising is growing and in line with this, so is our event. We will look to make it bigger again next year. But it is important the format remains the same. Captains respond well to the informality of it all. There are no sales, no expectations just people sharing their experience and forming relationships that will be important when the boats arrive in Indonesia. We are really happy with it all and are looking forward to a fantastic 2013.”
There are compelling reasons for the growing interest in sea journeys to and around Indonesia, home of the largest archipelago in the world with more than 17,500 beautiful islands to visit. Cruising between the Indonesian islands one can discover an amazing diversity in the culture and the personality of each and every island.
Asia Pacific Superyachts is the most experienced Superyacht Agency in South East Asia with offices in the Andaman Islands, Maldives, Borneo, Myanmar, Hong Kong, Phuket, Thailand, Indonesia, Seychelles, Koh Samui, Singapore, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. Every APS agency in these countries in Asia is led by highly experienced and knowledgeable agents and their teams.
Asia Pacific Superyachts Indonesia is the most experienced agency in Indonesia with over 50 completed client visits. It is advised to contact Richard Lofthouse and his team at bali@asia-pacific-superyachts.com and visit the website of Asia Pacific Superyachts for more information on Indonesia and other Asia cruising destinations.
