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The 147.64ft  /45m  custom built expedition yacht  BIG FISH  was built in 2010 by McMullen & Wing. Her elegant exterior and interior styling are the work of Gregory Marshall, who is also responsible for her engineering.

BIG FISH’s interior layout sleeps up to 10 guests in 5 rooms, including a master suite, 2 VIP staterooms, 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 10 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere.

BIG FISH features impressive leisure and entertainment facilities making her the ideal charter yacht for socialising and entertaining with family and friends.

She is built with a Steel hull and Aluminium superstructure. This custom displacement yacht is equipped with an ultra-modern stabilization system which reduces roll motion effect and results in a smoother more enjoyable cruising experience. She features ‘at anchor stabilisers’ which work at zero speed to increase onboard comfort at anchor and on rough waters. With a cruising speed of 10 knots, a maximum speed of 14 knots and a range of 9,200nm from her 98,000litre fuel tanks, she is the perfect combination of performance and luxury.

The following awards are a testament to the inspiration, design, construction and functionality of BIG FISH.

Best Innovation Under 50m – World Yachts Trophy 2010

Most Innovative Yacht Design – Boating Asia Awards 2011

Best Yacht (Judges’ Commendation) – World Superyacht Awards 2011

Best Naval Architecture – ShowBoats Design Awards 2011

Best Motor Yacht 40-65m – International Superyacht Society Awards 2011

Great ideas brought to fruition that has made her the most luxurious, innovative, eco and charter-friendly expedition vessel on the market. A truly exciting luxury yacht that allows breathtaking views and access to the most exciting parts of this planet in a fully self-contained, safe and most importantly fun and exciting package.

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Tax Status:  Charter taxes, where applicable, will be due according to the rules and regulations of the chosen cruising destination Contracts:  MYBA – All agreements to be drawn up using the current MYBA E-contract Charter Agreement – Revised 2017 version

1 x 7.8m Custom M & W Tender (200+mile range) 10 x sets of dive gear 1 x 4.2m Explorer RIB with 40hp outboard 2 x wake boards 1 x kneeboard 6 x kayaks 2 x Windsurfers 3 x Kite board Sets 5 x paddle boards Water Ski & Single Ski Snorkelling Gear Under Water Camera 3 x Sea doo Jet Ski GTI130

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BIG FISH is a 45.0 m Motor Yacht, built in New Zealand by McMullen & Wing and delivered in 2010.

Her top speed is 15.0 kn, her cruising speed is 13.0 kn, and she boasts a maximum cruising range of 6000.0 nm at 10.0 kn, with power coming from two Caterpillar diesel engines. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 staterooms, with 8 crew members waiting on their every need. She has a gross tonnage of 496.0 GT and a 9.0 m beam.

She was designed by Gregory C. Marshall , who also completed the naval architecture and designed the interior. Gregory C. Marshall has designed 51 yachts, created the naval architecture for 20 yachts, and designed the interior of 5 yachts for yachts above 24 metres.

BIG FISH is in the top 30% by LOA in the world. She is one of 506 motor yachts in the 45-50m size range, and, compared to similarly sized motor yachts, her volume is 12.41 GT above the average.

BIG FISH is currently sailing under the Marshall Islands flag, the 5th most popular flag state for superyachts with a total of 422 yachts registered. She is known to be an active superyacht and has most recently been spotted cruising near Seychelles. For more information regarding BIG FISH's movements, find out more about BOAT Pro AIS .

Specifications

• Name: BIG FISH
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Builder: McMullen & Wing
• Naval Architect: Gregory C. Marshall
• Exterior Designer: Gregory C. Marshall
• Interior Designer: Gregory C. Marshall
• Refits: 2023-02-07,2022-04-29,2021-11-08,2020-12-08

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EXPEDITION SUPERYACHT BIG FISH

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Big Fish is one of the most travelled and experienced luxury charter expedition yacht ever.

Her stunning and stylish interiors are the height of luxury and design yet her superb construction qualifies her for adventure cruising.

Floor to ceiling windows afford unobstructed, dramatic views throughout. A sweeping three-story atrium is capped with a skylight, while a 24-foot high HD-video wall is dramatic and visually arresting. The Owner’s Suite is a study in understated, warm beauty, whose light-filled bedroom seamlessly merges into a generous, private sun-deck.

With 5,000 square feet of open deck, the outdoors is always just a step away. Take in the world’s most awe-inspring scenery from a secluded nook perched 50 feet above the sea. A dedicated outdoors dining area, a hydraulically adjustable sunbathing platform, a Jacuzzi and a private, fold-out beach club are just some of the features that distinguish this exceptional yacht.

Despite Big Fish’s VIP interiors, she is robust and sturdy. Her windows are 3/4 inch curved tempered glass; her 29′ foot tender has an astounding range of 300 miles; and her decks are epoxied granite.

For the most discriminating expedition client, few charter vessels can match Big Fish.

Key Features

• Stabilizers Underway
• Outdoor Shower
• Swimming platform
• At-Anchor Stabilizers
• Deck Jacuzzi
• Air Conditioning

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EXPEDITION EQUIPPED

• 8 x Scuba Diving Equipment
• 2 x Wake Boards
• 2 x Windsurfers
• 2 x Kite Surfers
• 4 x Paddleboards
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• Snorkelling Equipment
• Sea doo Jet-Ski

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BIG FISH McMullen & Wing | From US$ 245,000 /wk

Superyacht BIG FISH is an expedition type steel displacement luxury motor yacht 45m (147' 7") in length which was designed by Greg Marshall Design and launched by McMullen & Wing New Zealand in 2010. Powerfully styled, expedition motor yacht BIG FISH is a fantastic example of modern blue water stable, functional and comfortable exploration superyacht design and build.

NOTABLE FEATURES: ~ Stylish interior decor ~ Plenty of natural light & welcoming atmosphere on board ~ Alfresco & indoor dining area ~ Gym ~ Jacuzzi ~ Sunbathing area ~ Water toys, diving, snorkeling & fishing equipment ~ At-anchor & under-way stabilizers ~ Safe & comfortable

Filled with peripheral equipment and water toys the yacht also has a 28 ft customised McMullen & Wing tender onboard which has a 300 mile range. BIG FISH also has a comprehensive electronic equipment list, including an audio video system which was supplied and installed by Audio Video Concepts and Design. This Kaleidescape system distributes audio and video signals throughout the entire yacht. It does this from central hard drives which are capable of storing 1200 films and thousands of music CD's. In addition satellite TV signals can be received and displayed world wide.

This outstanding quality yacht is a successful collaboration between yacht’s owners, Greg Marshall Design and McMullen & Wing – a partnership which has been successful in the past. The philosophy behind the design and building of Big Fish centers on an idea that the best luxury expedition vessel must be able to achieve certain key requirements. These include safely, securely and comfortably transporting the yacht owners, guests and crew to any ocean, and being able to remain on station for extended periods of time in the process.

BIG FISH Specifications

Accordingly, this explorer superyacht can accommodate adequate stores of fuel, water, consumables, specialised cargo and supplies for any imaginable ocean adventure. In fact, if required, she can carry medicine, books or building supplies to remote villages, or scientific and oceanographic equipment or laboratory on a voyage of exploration.

Yacht Charter Accommodation

Charter accommodation consists of five double staterooms, all with ensuite facilities, meaning she can sleep a maximum of 10 guests overnight. She can also cruise during the day with 12 guests. The guest cabins on the Main deck can be converted into two VIP suites. Wall disappears and beds fold back against the wall, giving flexibility.

Charter Amenities and Extras

Tenders & Toys: - 28' Custom M & W tender (300 mile range) Communications Two Furuno VHF's: Two Standard VHF's. SeaTel 4006 VSat: - broadband, VOIP. Thane and Thrane: - Fleet broadband, voice and fax. Iridium : Voice. SatC: Back up messaging and automatic position system. GMDSS: The yacht is compliant with this requirement by which integrates all of the communication devices on board so that they are capable of sending automatic position and distress messages simultaneously and automatically. Security: A Pelco CCTV system using 6 pan, tilt and zoom cameras is fitted. Pressure and infra red sensors are also part of this system. Display: All of the devices on board can be displayed on any of five V.E.I. (US) 21 inch flat screens located in the pilothouse dash board. Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities very comprehensive audio video system is supplied and installed by Audio Video Concepts and Design. This Kaleidescape system distributes audio and video signals throughout the yacht from central hard drives which are capable of storing 1200 films and thousands of music CD's. Satellite TV signals will be received world wide.

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Motor Yacht

Big Fish is a custom motor yacht launched in 2010 by McMullen & Wing .

Big Fish measures 45.00 metres in length, with a max draft of 2.56 metres and a beam of 9.00 metres. She has a gross tonnage of 498 tonnes.

Big Fish has a steel hull with an aluminium superstructure.

Her exterior design, naval architecture and interior design is by Gregory Marshall.

Performance and Capabilities

Big Fish has a top speed of 15.00 knots and a cruising speed of 13.00 knots. She is powered by a twin screw propulsion system.

Big Fish has a fuel capacity of 92,000 litres, and a water capacity of 11,400 litres.

Accommodation

Big Fish accommodates up to 8 guests in 5 cabins. She also houses room for up to 10 crew members.

Other Specifications

Big Fish is MCA compliant, her hull NB is 1013.

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Toys and tenders.

2 Windsurfers Gymnasium 2 Wakeboards 2 Stand Up SUPs paddleboards Kaleidescape entertainment system Underwater cameras Jacuzzi 28 foot custom tender 14 foot Nautica RIB tender 8 sets of SCUBA dive gear 2 Kiteboards

PRESENTING BIG FISH

Sportfish yacht BIG FISH made her public debut at the 2010 Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show, amazing the admiring fans in attendance. She is an expedition vessel. In specific, designed for luxury yacht charter. This yacht has a serious cruising agenda.  She is edgy, angular, and dramatic.  Additionally, megayacht BIG FISH personifies sea-going adventure.

Produced by New Zealand’s noted McMullen & Wing shipyard, yacht BIG FISH was delivered eager to sail anywhere in the world. The vessel’s outfitting splashes into the unlimited adventure. She features sumptuous luxury unique in the Expedition Cruising World.   She experiences locations few travelers ever visit over a lifetime of adventure.

EXHIBITION VESSEL

She is a robust expedition vessel. Further, she exhibits rugged strength. In specific, unlike the usual pedicured superyachts with cocktail glass curves.  This yacht boasts all-around large glass windows of three-quarter inch thick tempered glass and decks/floors of epoxied granite.

The central salon lounge features an astounding, theater-size, plasma HD video wall. As revealed by a 24-foot tall area.

The yacht offers expandable decks with 5,000 sq. ft. of deck space. For example, including her sun deck and Jacuzzi. A crow’s nest 50 feet above the main deck offers scenic views. Undoubtedly, to thrill half a dozen guests at a time.

Her aft area reveals an innovative stern design. To illustrate, she has a 39-foot wide fold-out swim platform.  This gives her the largest swim platform of any yacht her size.

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In conclusion, book motor yacht BIG FISH for your own private luxury yacht charter vacation today. Contact your yacht charter brokers at 1-800 Yacht Charters at 305-720-7245. Conversely, complete our online inquiry form at https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now/ .

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Big Fish - Yacht for Charter

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• Builder McMullen & Wing
• Length 45m (148ft)

Explore parts unknown with BIG FISH, the explorer yacht that offers adventure and comfort in abundance.

Take in 360-degree views from the sun deck or head up to the crow’s nest for an exceptionally high vantage point, then relax in the Jacuzzi or head off for a scuba dive.

Interior Design & Engineering

McMullen & Wing built the 45-metre vessel to meet specific goals outlined by the BIG FISH yacht owner, who wanted something that could spend long periods away from the crowds while having plenty of wide open spaces and a strong connection to the sea.

The result is a go-anywhere explorer yacht that will take you on an adventurous charter in absolute luxury. This luxury superyacht boasts a 10,000 nautical mile range and carries a substantial tender for further remote exploration.

Designed inside and out by Gregory Marshall, the BIG FISH yacht has plenty of space to take in your awe-inspiring surroundings, like the main salon with its floor-to-ceiling windows.

Up to 10 guests can be accommodated during your BIG FISH yacht charter. The owner’s bridge deck suite presents uninterrupted views through the giant side and aft racing windows, with sliding glass doors leading to a private terrace. The rest of the party will sleep on the lower deck, which can be set up as two generous, full-beam suites or four half-beam cabins.

Yacht Facilities & Entertainment

With an award-winning chef on the crew, meal times will be unmissable. You could start your day with breakfast and juices on the sun deck, where you’ll get 360-degree views. After, unwind in the raised Jacuzzi before spreading yourself onto the sun pads to dry off and soak up the sunshine. Head amidship to the covered area to get a break in the shade and enjoy an alfresco lunch straight from the barbecue.

The open-plan main salon and its round dining table is perfect for more intimate, formal dinners, while the lounge area serves as an ideal gathering spot for aperitifs before you eat.

If you’re in search of the best views, head up to the crow's nest snug on top of the flybridge to find the highest vantage point on the BIG FISH yacht. Or, if you want to feel closer to the ocean, head back down to the main deck and open the fold-out balconies on either side. They’re ideally placed to dive straight into the sea.

Toys and Crew

A crew of 10 will make your BIG FISH yacht charter memorable by helping you make the most of each location.

They’ll also help you master the collection of water toys. Maximise your expedition by taking out the kayas or paddle boards, and don’t forget to take the underwater camera with you if you head off scuba diving. If you fancy some high-speed thrills, have a go at the wakeboards, water skis, windsurfer, Jet Skis and towable inflatable toys.

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‍ Rate: USD 245,000 /wk ----------------------------------------------------- Length: 45.00m / 147'8" ----------------------------------------------------- Beam: 9.00m / 29'6" ----------------------------------------------------- Draft: 3.00m / 9'10" ----------------------------------------------------- Built: / Refit: 2010 ----------------------------------------------------- Builder: McMullen & Wing ----------------------------------------------------- Speeds: Cruising 10 Knots ----------------------------------------------------- Crew: 10 -----------------------------------------------------

BIG FISH sleeps 10 guests. ‍

Cabin Configuration: 4 Double, 1 Twin

Bed Configuration: 1 King, 4 Queen, 2 Single

• Deck Jacuzzi
• A comprehensive audio-video system, distributing audio and video throughout the yacht that is capable of storing 1,200 films alongside music CD's
• Guest Cabins on the lower deck can be converted into two VIP suites
• Extensive accessibility to water toys and scuba diving equipment
• 26' Custom M & W Tender (200+mile range)
• Wake Boards x2
• Paddle Boards x4
• Kite Board sets x2
• Windsurfers x2
• Snorkelling Gear
• Water Ski & Single Ski
• Underwater Camera
• SeeDoo Jet Ski
• 80W Tiagra Big Game Fishing
• 30W Tiagra Big Game Fishing
• 50W Tiagra Big Games Fishing
• Cannon downriggers
• Bait runners cast fishing
• Big Fish has a large supply of O2 on board for re-breathers and safety (3 x 120 [cubic feet] tanks plus DAN portable units)
• The commercial dive compressor is “water cooled” for continuous service
• 4 x Nautilus Lifeline VHF-GPS Radios for divers (www.divealert.com)

Mission Performance, Capability & Reliability. The philosophy behind Big Fish is that a Luxury Expedition Vessel must be able to safely, securely and comfortably take its owners, guests and crew to any ocean, and to remain on station for extended periods of time. This means adequate stores of fuel, water, consumables and supplies for any imaginable mission.

Built by renowned New Zealand yard McMullen & Wing in 2010 BIG FISH took the world by storm in her first year with a booked out charter calendar and picking up multiple awards.

A truly exciting luxury yacht that allows breathtaking views and access to the most exciting parts of this planet in a fully self contained, safe and most importantly fun and exciting package.

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Explore the world in style when you charter 45m luxury yacht BIG FISH.

From US$245,000 - 275,000 per week

• Length 45m / 147.8ft
• Number of guests 10
• Guest cabins 5
• Region Indian Ocean
• Cruising speed 10 knots
• Max speed 14 knots
• Number of crew 10
• Draft 3.00m
• Range 9200nm
• Hull material Steel

Stand out features

• Designed for environmentally friendly cruising
• A 22ft video wall in the central lobby replays your daily adventures each evening
• An onboard fishing specialist

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Designed for environmentally friendly cruising in the world’s most remote and eco-fragile regions, charter yacht BIG FISH offers go-anywhere cruising with no compromise on luxury.

Winner of multiple awards for her groundbreaking design and innovative concept, BIG FISH offers unique features never before seen on a  charter superyacht .

The master suite features a king bed and private terrace with panoramic views.

10 guests in total can be accommodated onboard, with 4 lower deck guest cabins configurable as 2 VIP suites for the ultimate in flexibility.

All exterior decks are in epoxy-infused granite, protecting the environment and allowing high heels to be worn onboard.

A 22ft video wall in the central lobby replays your daily adventures each evening.

BIG FISH is ready for adventure. Her 7.9m custom tender has a range of 200nm for intrepid discovery.

Dive gear and a commercial-grade decompression chamber enable diving in any location accompanied by the yacht’s onboard dive expert.

Full big game fishing is on offer, again with guidance from the experienced onboard fishing specialist. And with kiteboards, kayaks, waterskis, seadoos and more, BIG FISH equals big fun.

The quintessential  superyacht destination , the white sands of the Maldives promise an unforgettable charter holiday, there’s nowhere quite like the Indian Ocean.

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The Palm Beach International Boat Show — the yacht world's flashiest event stateside — is returning this year with over 800 boats for both deep-pocketed potential owners and window shoppers to peruse.

While it's impossible to know what exactly will be on display until the show begins on Thursday, it's expected that eight megayachts — generally defined as ships over 60 meters long — will be docked at the show and at nearby marinas like the Rybovich Marina in the ritzy Florida town.

Some of these are for sale at eye-popping prices, but others are available to charter in case you fancy living like a billionaire for a week or two this summer (and if you have six figures to spare on a vacation).

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Victorious: 85 meters

Price: From $876,600 a week in the summer and $950,000 a week in the winter Standout features: Hammam (Turkish bath), wine cellar, wood-burning fireplace, children's playroom

Victorious brings a party vibe to the yacht show. With a beach club on board, a wine cellar, a cigar clubroom , multiple bars, and a lounge with a piano, the vessel is made for entertaining. Plus, there's a playroom and movie theater to entertain the kids.

For tamer charter clients, Victorious has a suite of wellness features such as a gym, massage room, beauty salon and hammam — perhaps a custom request of her owner, Turkish businessman Vural Ak.

She also boasts a treasure trove of water toys, including Jet Skis, jetsurfs, inflatable kayaks, and scuba equipment.

Casino Royale: 72 meters

Price: TBD Special Features: Infinity pool, helipad, private jacuzzi

Purchased and refitted by car dealer magnate John Staluppi last year, Casino Royale is the latest of his James Bond-inspired yachts (he's also owned an Octopussy and a Skyfall, among others).

Casino Royale has a helipad that turns into a dancefloor, an infinity pool, and a wellness center with a gym and sauna. The owner's cabin has its own deck, which features a private bar and jacuzzi.

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However, the boat's price isn't listed, and while she's not necessarily officially for sale, that might change depending on who's prepared to buy, Mr. Bond.

Talisman C: 70.6 meters

Price: $60 million (or from $567,000 a week to charter) Special features: Massage and beauty room, private library

Likely the largest yacht for sale (not just charter) at the show, the Talisman C is a 2011 six-bedroom boat. The owner's cabin comes with an en suite bathroom, dressing room, private library, and crystal chandeliers.

Amenities include a gym, a beauty room, oversized jacuzzi, and a fully equipped bar. Her crew of 19 includes a trained masseuse, and the toy room comes equipped with a wakeboard, eFoil , and WaveRunners.

Joy: 70 meters

Price: From $650,000 a week Special features: Disco club, basketball court, onboard fitness instructor

Superyacht Joy testifies to the fact that owners want as many on-board experiences as they can get.

There's an expansive suite of fitness features, including a basketball court (don't shoot that hoop too hard!), a personal trainer on staff, boxing equipment, and a handful of machines. For post-workout winddowns, there's a spa with a steam room and onboard masseuse. And for entertainment, there's both an outdoor and indoor cinema, and a disco club.

Triumph: 65.4 meters

Price: From $707,600 a week in the summer and $650,000 a week in the winter Special features: Sauna, helipad, banana boat

This 2021 superyacht is named after Triumph motorcycles — a reported favorite of her rumored owner, British businessman Chris Dawson — and even has one on display as an art piece in the upper deck's lounge. The primary suite is 1,400 square feet and has its own study , and there's a sauna, an indoor-outdoor gym, a helipad, and a massage room spread among her six decks.

She boasts an "armada of water toys," including two kinds of Jet Skis, electric water bikes, and a banana boat.

Seanna: 64.5 meters

Price: $54,000,000 (or from $462,000 a week to charter) Special features: marble foyer, movie room, sundeck pool

The recently refurbished Seanna is available for sale and charter.

Her indoor-outdoor gym is on sea level so that passengers can take a dip after a session with the onboard personal trainer. There's also a sundeck pool, a helipad, a two-room massage facility, and, for the more cerebral guests, a library with an electric fireplace.

There are a number of toys on board, including a popular water trampoline and two WaveRunners.

Come Together: 60 meters

Price: $65,000,000 Special Features: DJ and videographer on board, ice bath, sauna

Next-to-new yacht Come Together is looking for a new owner after doing charters during the 2023 season.

The Beatles' influence is evident beyond the yacht's name, with guitars dotting the sky lounge and a crewmember who doubles as a DJ. There's also an outdoor cinema and bar for entertainment and an ice bath and sauna for the day after the party. The owner's suite has a private study and lounge, and each guest cabin has its own ensuite.

The sale includes a number of toys, like Jet Skis, kayaks, and Seabobs.

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Top 10 Things To Do And See In Nizhny Novgorod, Russia

Located about 400km east of Moscow , Nizhny Novgorod is one of the most important centers of cultural, economic, and political activity in European Russia . Widely considered, after St Petersburg and Moscow, to be Russia’s ‘third city’, Nizhny is fast becoming a hot-spot for Russian and global tourists alike, attracted by the city’s up-and-coming reputation and stunning landscape.

The Kremlin

Jutting out from the cliffs that overlook the meeting point of the great Volga and Oka rivers, Nizhny Novgorod ‘s ancient Kremlin boasts of some of the best views in the city. Designed by an Italian architect, the 13 magnificent towers and the 12 meter high walls of Nizhny’s Kremlin date back to 1500. On this very spot in 1612, heroes of Russian history Kuzma Minin and Count Dmitry Pozharsky defeated the invading Polish army in extraordinary circumstances. This moment has become legend in Russian history and a statue in honor of these two lies at the foot of St Basil’s in Moscow. The Kremlin is the historic center of the city where you will find an art museum and the lovely Cathedral of the Archangel Michael, as well as a striking monument to those that fought in the Second World War and its flame eternally flickering on in their memory.

Completed in 2012, taking a ride on Nizhny Novgorod’s cablecar has fast become a favorite activity of tourists. The trip offers unparalleled opportunities to view the city’s gorgeous natural landscape from this bird’s eye position. The 3660m long gondola lift connects Nizhny to the town of Bor and stretches across the Volga River for 900 panoramic meters. The gondola acts as both a convenient means of transportation and a fantastic sight-seeing expedition – come at sunset for a golden-bathed view of the river and surrounding landscape.

The house-museum of Maxim Gorky

During the Soviet era, Nizhny Novgorod, birthplace of celebrated Russian writer Maxim Gorky , was renamed ‘Gorky’ in honor of this national hero. This home has been preserved in a state as accurate as possible to how it was left by Gorky and is so successful in this that it would seem as though the writer still lived there. The museum ‘s historic interiors and authentic furnishings will transport you back to the 1900s and the creative world of this icon of Russian literature. Come and make the most of this unique experience to delve into the childhood world of this Russian father of social realism. Museum booklets and guided tours are available in English.

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Nizhegorodskaya Yarmarka

A yarmarka is something akin to a fair, and this historic former market place was restored in 1991, the site now playing home to a superb modern exhibition center. The city’s yarmarka plays host to international events, fairs, and conventions. In 2011, for the 20 year anniversary of the fair’s refounding, a vast array of exhibitions were organized, attended by thousands including members of the British royal family, Vladimir Putin, Mikhail Gorbachev , and Margaret Thatcher . The fair is not only a buzzing center of business and culture, it is also one of the city’s most impressive sights.

The Nizhegorodsky State Art Museum

Located inside Nizhny Novgorod’s ancient Kremlin, the building that houses this art gallery was once the home of the governor of the city. The exhibits are wide-ranging and include everything from 14th century religious icons, to work by 20th century contemporary Russian masters. Particularly dazzling is the collection by Russian painter Nicholas Roerich. There is also a large arts and crafts collection which demonstrates the exquisite handiwork of Russian artisans throughout history.

1. Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street

Bolshaya pokrovskaya street.

An excellent spot to soak up the best of the city’s atmosphere, this pedestrian street lies in the heart of Nizhny Novgorod. The beautiful Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street is constantly buzzing and provides new and exciting sights at every turn. Gorgeous buildings and fountains tower on all sides – showcasing the best of Nizhny’s architecture. Quirky shop fronts and lovely local souvenirs will have you pausing at every window while the charming cafés will draw you in with their tempting aromas. Bolshaya Pokrovskaya Street transforms by night into a vibrant hub of evening activity and is the place to come for a night-out in the city. The bars of this street are favorites with Nizhny Novgorod’s student population.

The Chkalov Staircase

An idyllic spot from which to watch the sun’s rays set over the city, this monumental creation was constructed by the Soviet government and is unique to the city of Nizhny Novgorod. The staircase derives its name from pilot Valery Chkalov who, in 1937, became the first man to fly from Moscow to Vancouver through the North Pole. A monument to Chkalov stands at the top of the stairs. The construction of the staircase cost almost 8 million rubles – an immense sum at the time. Over 1,500 stairs connect the city center with the river embankment – making Chkalov’s landmark the longest flight of stairs along the Volga. Nowadays the staircase is a favorite meeting place and relaxation spot for locals.

The Rukavishnikov Estate Museum

The Rukavishnikovs were a family of immensely wealthy merchants originating from the region around Nizhny Novgorod. This superbly restored palace , their former home, has been transformed into a museum of Russian history and gives a realistic snap-shot of life for the wealthy under tsarist rule. The ornate 19th century interiors and exquisite facade are sure to dazzle with their beauty while the lush green of the surrounding natural landscape provides a tranquil getaway from the city center. Lavish furnishings, priceless antiques, and glistening gold will transport you back in time to a world of balls, carriages, banquets, and tsars. Join the world of Russian noble ladies and gentlemen for a day in this stunning palace.

The Sakharov Museum

Nizhny Novgorod’s Sakharov Museum is dedicated to dissident Russian scientist Andrei Sakharov . The nuclear physicist and human rights activist was exiled for six years to the very flat in which the museum is now housed. Sakharov’s support for civil reform and improved human rights in the Soviet Union earned him harsh persecution from the Russian government, but also, in 1975, a Nobel Peace Prize . Sakharov was incarcerated here until 1986 when a KGB officer arrived to install a phone in the flat. Just after the phone was installed it began to ring: the caller was Mikhail Gorbachev, ringing Sakharov to inform him of his release. This phone is now one of the museum’s most treasured artifacts.

The National Centre of Contemporary Art

Inside the walls of Nizhny’s Kremlin can also be found one of the best modern art galleries in Russia. Linked to galleries in both St Petersburg and Moscow, this top-ranking exhibition center houses regularly changing displays of both Russian and international art as well as interactive exhibits and a media library. Progress is also on-going of adding a concert hall, extending the exhibition areas, and creating a restaurant. These additions aim to make art contemporary, not simply a detached, unrelatable concept, but bring it closer to the Russian people.

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By Rebecca Bradbury   19 April 2016

The multi-award winning 45m/147ft expedition yacht ‘Big Fish’ will be available for two-week charters in exotic South Pacific locations such as Papua New Guinea from May to August.

Launched in 2010 by New Zealand-based McMullen & Wing, Big Fish is the first in a new generation of expedition yacht , designed to circumnavigate the globe in the upmost style and comfort.

Capable of traversing uncovered ground, she is a perfect choice for exploring the remote cruising grounds of Papua New Guinea .

Her eco-friendly granite decks present multiple opportunities for alfresco lounging and dining as well as enabling guests the rare chance to wear high heels on deck.

On the sundeck, a skylight forward bathes an undercover dining area in natural light, and is bookended by a bar aft and a steeped Jacuzzi surrounded in sun pads forward. For further sunning opportunities, sun loungers line the foredeck while a raised observation pod offers the ultimate vistas, to be enjoyed while relaxing with an intimate group of friends or family.

A luxury yacht vacation  in the South Pacific offers no-end of breath-taking natural wonders. Tropical islands fringed by sun-kissed beaches are scattered across striking azure waters, teaming with multi-coloured marine life.

Among them is the offshore islands and mainland of Papua New Guinea, renowned for its unspoilt landscapes of jungle-clad mountainous terrain, immense biodiversity both on-land and at sea, and a fascinating ancient tribal culture.

A raised observation pod offers the ultimate vistas, to be enjoyed while relaxing with an intimate group of friends or family

Even when inside on board luxury yacht Big Fish these spectacular sights can still be enjoyed. In a first for superyachts, floor-to-ceiling panes of curved glass line her superstructure. In the main salon, a sociable lounge effortlessly runs into a formal dining area, framed by a three-storey high video wall.

Footage of the day’s activities can be played back while guests unwind, and warm woods and neutral décor help create a tranquil atmosphere on board for these moments of respite.

A serene master suite, meanwhile, provides the ultimate retreat. A bed facing aft equips guests with outstanding 270-degree views through full-height windows, and a private terrace offers sunbathing and dining options.

In addition to the master suite there are four double cabins, two of which can be transformed into one full beam VIP suite.

Other highlights on board the charter yacht include a gym, fold-down balconies on the main deck and fold-deck wings surrounding the transom, which creates a vast bathing platform perfect for accessing the tropical waters and the plethora of water toys on board.

For more details on M/Y Big Fish, get in touch with your preferred charter broker .

Alternatively, take a look at all luxury yachts available to charter in Papua New Guinea .

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“St. Petersburg is Russia’s head, Moscow is its heart and Nizhny Novgorod is its pocket.” This old Russian saying is probably the most succinct way of explaining the meaning and importance of the trading that took place in Nizhny Novgorod.

Why did Nizhny Novgorod become a center of commerce?

The city is very conveniently located at the confluence of two major rivers, the Volga and Oka, which run across the whole of Russia and flow into the Caspian Sea. In addition, the Volga was the only arterial waterway linking the West with the East. Nizhny Novgorod, moreover, was on the railway network, so one could travel to the Caucasus, Persia, Turkey, Central Asia and even India and China from there. Thanks to its geographical position, the city had always been a thriving trade hub and archeologists have found Arabic and Byzantine artifacts proving that it had trading links with the East as early as the 13th-14th centuries. The first documented fairs and gatherings of merchants go back to the 16th century.

Nizhny Novgorod at the end of the 19th century

Initially, fairs were held not in the city itself, but by the walls of the Makaryev Monastery lower down the Volga. They were temporary affairs and lasted one or two days. In the 17th century, however, Tsar Aleksey Mikhaylovich established a five-day duty-free period for trade, thus attracting even more merchants. These often stayed for longer periods, paying tax to the treasury outside the period of exemption.

In the early 19th century, it became clear that the space near the monastery was not big enough to accommodate all comers and, furthermore, the makeshift rows of wooden shopping booths burned down at one point. By that time, the Nizhny Novgorod Fair had already become incredibly important, bringing an enormous amount of money to the state treasury. 

View of the fair at the end of the 19th century

The fair was moved to Nizhny Novgorod proper - to the point of land where the Volga and Oka converge. Emperor Alexander I postponed repairs in his own palace to allocate six million rubles for the construction of a new building for the fair. And he didn’t lose out - merchants brought merchandise worth 24 million rubles to the first fair, which opened on the new site in 1817, with the figure increasing to 57 million rubles by 1846.

One of the buildings of the Gostiny Dvor (indoor market) in Nizhny Novgorod

Contemporaries called the Nizhny Novgorod Fair the “trading court of Europe and Asia”. Foreigners sold their wares wholesale to local merchants and manufacturers and 90 percent of all goods from the East passed through the Nizhny Novgorod Fair, from where they were distributed throughout Russia. In turn, foreign merchants bought goods from Europeans and Russians.

What was bought and sold at the Nizhny Novgorod Fair?

General view of the fair, chromolithograph, 1896

By the 1850s, up to 700 foreign merchants would attend the Nizhny Novgorod Fair. At the same time, the volume of trade with Asia in the middle of the 19th century exceeded turnover with Western Europe by one-and-a-half to three times.

One of the main items of trade was tea from China. In the 1880s, between 800 and 900 poods (a Russian unit of weight equal to about 16.38 kilograms) of tea worth 42 million rubles were brought to Russia every year. There were even separate Asian trading pavilions in the style of Chinese pagodas at the fair.

Chinese pavilions at the fair, late 19th century

In return, the Chinese bought the furs and skins of all kinds of animals; from foxes, squirrels and muskrats to sheep and cow hide.

From Iran, handmade rugs, silks, cotton fabrics, as well as a wide range of dry foodstuffs - walnuts, pistachios, dried pitted and unpitted apricots, almonds, prunes, millet and rice - were brought to Russia. And the Persians themselves took back wool, metal and leather goods, porcelain, writing paper and many other things.

Pyotr Vereshchagin. Lower Bazaar in Nizhny Novgorod, 1860s

Russia also exported sugar, linen, hemp, cotton and leather goods, wool, wood, metals and much more to the East. The variety of merchandise was astounding. In the 1820s, Russian official Yegor Meyendorff gave a list of the goods purchased by Bukhara merchants: “The goods exported from Russia include cochineal [a red dye - ed.], cloves, sugar, tin, red and blue sandalwood, cloths, red Kungur, Kazan and Arzamas leather, wax, some honey, iron, copper, steel, gold thread, small mirrors, otter skin, pearls, Russian nankeen [cotton fabric - Russia Beyond], cast-iron cauldrons, needles, coral, plush, cotton headscarves, brocade, small glassware and a small quantity of Russian canvas…”  

Fishing also became a very important article of trade. “Fishing for beluga, sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, catfish and some other fish species was almost completely monopolized by Russian merchants throughout the Southern Caspian,” according to historians A.A. Ivanova and A.V. Ivanov.

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Over time, products from new developing industries, including metallurgy and textile   manufacturing, were added to the exports. They included inexpensive chintz manufactured at the famous Shuya factories in Ivanovo Region. And, in the 1880s-1890s, trading in oil and oil products even began here.

The machinery section at the fair in 1896

With the passage of time, bank branches were opened at the fair, the services of lawyers became available and exchange dealings were transacted. The fair was a very important event for major Russian merchants and manufacturers. But self-employed artisans and representatives of the arts and crafts industry also took a very active part. Spinning-wheels, wooden spoons, folk costumes, painted trays, crockery, lace - the work of the best artisans from all over Russia was represented. They, in turn, would spend the whole year preparing for the fair and would try to bring their best wares.

The handicrafts section in 1896

How the fair was organized

Jules Verne's ‘Michael Strogoff’ describes the Nizhny Novgorod Fair as follows: “This plain was now covered with booths symmetrically arranged in such a manner as to leave avenues broad enough to allow the crowd to pass without a crush. Each group of these booths of all sizes and shapes formed a separate quarter particularly dedicated to some special branch of commerce. There was the iron quarter, the furriers’ quarter, the woolen quarter, the wood merchants quarter, the weavers’ quarter, the dried fish quarter, etc… In the avenues and long alleys there was already a large assemblage of people… An extraordinary mixture of Europeans and Asiatics, talking, wrangling, haranguing and bargaining… On one of the open spaces between the quarters of this temporary city were numbers of mountebanks of every description; harlequins and acrobats deafening the visitors with the noise of their instruments and their vociferous cries… In the long avenues, the bear showmen accompanied their four-footed dancers, menageries resounded with the hoarse cries of animals…”

General view of the fair during spring high water on the River Oka, 1890

From the mid-19th century onwards, the official duration of the fair was a little over a month, but, in practice, trading continued from July to September. The fair was an occasion for general festivity in the city - more than 200,000 people would arrive in Nizhny Novgorod during the period of trading and there would be a circus and a theater and performing musicians. Electricity and water supply were brought to the site of the fair in the 1870s-1880s. The fair had a positive impact on the whole of the city - Nizhny Novgorod had convenient infrastructure facilities, and hotels and inns were extensively built. One of the first tram lines in Russia was inaugurated there in 1896.

Eastern traders at the fair

There were also two cathedrals at the site of the fair - the ‘Staroyarmarochny’ (“Old Fair”) Transfiguration Cathedral, which opened in 1822. The architect was Auguste de Montferrand (who later built St. Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg with a very similar colonnaded drum under the main dome). 

The ‘Staroyarmarochny’ (“Old Fair”) Transfiguration Cathedral

In 1881, Emperor Alexander III himself, along with his spouse and son, the future Nicholas II, were present at the inauguration of the Alexander Nevsky ‘Novoyarmarochny’ (“New Fair”) Cathedral. Construction of a new main fair building, in the Russian style, was completed in the same year (the similar GUM department store on the Red Square appeared later). All three buildings survive to this day. 

The fair’s principal building

In 1896, the All-Russia Industrial and Art Exhibition was held in the grounds of the Nizhny Novgorod Fair - the biggest such exhibition in the history of the Russian Empire. More than 100 temporary pavilions were built for it. The first Russian motor car, as well as engineer Vladimir Shukhov’s steel lattice structures, were on display at the exhibition.

16th All-Russia Industrial and Art Exhibition in Nizhny Novgorod, 1896

After the 1917 Revolution, the fair continued to function for a time, but it was not as popular as before - and there was no longer any freedom of trade, the latter having been fully placed in the hands of the state. In 1929, the Bolsheviks finally closed down “this capitalist, socially hostile phenomenon”. Many of the fair’s buildings were demolished - or converted into residential housing. 

One of the last Nizhny Novgorod fairs in the Soviet time, 1924

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