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is going to be ‘moored’ in front of our home in Florida. tours and yes savour the local foods each evening.” On the
We enjoy day cruises entertaining our visitors.” Our proud other hand, on board there is never any shortage of Cham-
9X owner has already been sporting his yacht across the pagne, wine, cocktails, snacks and guests enjoying them-
Mediterranean, more destinations to come: “Montenegro, selves. Always with no constrains: “Our time on the boat
Croatia, Santorini,West Coast Italy, Sardegna and Corsica is viewed as a relaxing holiday, no schedules, no rules.” It
became our favourite destinations as a result of being the should be mentioned that during seafaring, the Pershing
highlights of our summer trip. 9X proved to be a true family facilitator: “Each of the four
The Carribbean will be our upcoming destination when trips were wonderful for many reasons. In Montenegro my
time permits.” The places visited so far prompted thou- son engaged to his girlfriend, while in Santorini my broth-
sands of unbelievable photos of breathtaking scenery, as he er surprised his fiancée with their wedding. Family friends
puts it: “We are currently assembling a coffee table book to joined us following their wedding. You might say the 9X
hold out memories of the trips for the rest of our lives. One became the Love Boat last summer.” We couldn’t help ask-
book will be sent to Nada (Nada Serafini, Pershing Head of ing our 9X owner what might ensure that his next yacht
Sales) to remind her she not only builds luxury yachts she will be a Pershing, too: “Pershing has to continue its de-
makes dreams come true.” Our shipowner seems to know sign innovation and discerning look with a focus continu-
exactly what matter are dreams made of and what to look ous improvement of functionality within the operating sys-
in a destination: “We definitely seek the amenities of a ma- tems that provide the ultimate guest experience. Comfort,
rina. Our preference is to allow enough time to see the lo- appearance, performance and reliability generates enjoy-
cal area, historic sites, wine tours where available, scenic ment and repeat buyers.” How true!

} Pershing 9X became the Love Boat last summer while in the winter time
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