1 Grand Prix circuit and a private restaurant headed by Michelin-starred Chef Thierry Thiercelin. Membership to this club is possibly one of the toughest clubs in the world, and the club currently has only about 1,300 members spread across 66 countries. Applicants need to be introduced by two sponsors, who, in turn, need to be elite ‘society members’ of the YCM. All applications need to be cleared by Prince Albert II, who is also the president of the YCM. A strict dress code is maintained at all times. Membership options at the Yacht Club de Monaco include individual and corporate memberships. The club also offers social memberships for those who are interested in the club’s activities and events but do not own a yacht. Royal Yacht Squadron When it comes to living like royalty, it can’t get grander and more prestigious than the UK. Founded in 1815, with Queen Elizabeth as its patron and the 16th-century Cowes Castle as its clubhouse, this is undeniably one of the oldest and grandest yacht clubs on this list. The Royal Yacht Squadron (YRS) has its headquarters in a castle in the Isle of Wight. Members are allowed to fly the club and the club’s admiral is Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. The highlight of the YRS is Cowes Week, the longest running regatta in the world. It is held in the beginning of August every year, with 40 races daily and cocktail parties galore. Cowes Week ends with the very posh Royal Yacht Squadron Ball, which is open only to members and their guests. With 500 members, it’s not surprise than entry into this prestigious league doesn’t come easy. Grand Bahama Yacht Club Enjoy30 miles of beautiful coral reefs,swim with dolphins, take a horseback ride, and explore the wonderful nature and people of Grand Bahama Island. The Grand Bahama Yacht Club has long been considered one of the most conveniently located and easily navigated marinas in the Bahamas. Located in Freeport it can accommodate boats and yachts up to 220ft. This club welcomes larger yachts to its turn-of-the-century clubhouse. Guests can also enjoy its Olympic-sized pool and adjacent bar. As a guest at Grand Bahama Yacht Club, you don’t need to worry St. Francis Yacht Club Yacht Club de Monaco Royal Yacht Squadron Grand Bahama Yacht Club 38|LUXEBOOK|APRIL 2022 APRIL 2022 |LUXEBOOK|39
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