Navigating through Canada’s inside passage to Alaska was where Travis and Leah Holt on their new Riviera SUV 545, The Luff Boat, created one of the most exciting stories of the year
The passion shared by Riviera owners to embrace nautical adventures has seen many dreams realised over the past year. Whether exploring new boating destinations or enjoying more familiar surroundings, the opportunities were limitless.
Our owners appreciate the freedom for family time, relaxation and adventures both near and far, in absolute comfort aboard their luxury motor yachts.
In each edition of Experience magazine, we present stories from Riviera owners as they discover exciting new boating destinations or share their passion for boating in local waters.
Reflecting on the year that was, we have selected four of our most popular stories from 2022 that will inspire you to take the helm of your Riviera as often as possible and make the most of your boating experiences in 2023.
Argyle shelters behind a reef system near Pigeon Island located in the middle of the Wallabi Group of the Houtman Abrolhos
Discovering the Abrolhos Islands, Western Australia, aboard a Riviera 6000 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition
Perth couple, Paula and Adam ventured 240 NM north aboard their Riviera 6000 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition, Argyle, for their longest and most remote adventure to the Abrolhos Islands, 50 NM west of Geraldton. Maritime history, coral reefs, spectacular scenery, incredible bird life and excellent fishing provided something for everyone during this split fortnight of social cruising and boys’ fishing trip.
“So, there we were on a floating six-star hotel in one of the most remote archipelagos in the world. We had all the mod cons; we even had Foxtel so we could watch the football. We didn’t go without – not a thing – and there was plenty of room on the boat for us all,” Paula said.
Share Paula and Adam’s adventure here:
https://www.rivieraaustralia.com/enews-articles/first-trip-to-abrolhos-islands-on-a-6000-sport-yacht-inspires-years-of-future-exploration/
The family was especially grateful for Argyle’s gyro stabiliser, particularly when finding the right anchorage took a bit of time
The boys' fishing trip included Adam, his father-in-law and their friends, all focused on catching bluebone
An Alaskan odyssey aboard a Riviera 545 SUV
Travis and Leah Holt navigated Canada’s tricky inside passage to Alaska aboard their new Riviera 545 SUV, The Luff Boat, where the couple were rewarded with fishing and untouched wilderness. In this adventure the couple share the challenges of 22-foot tides and currents running 16 knots, fast rapids with three to four-foot drops and being surrounded by logs at an anchor. The couple were rewarded with pristine waters and bountiful fishing in south-east Alaska.
“The 545 SUV is so well designed, so open with 360-degree views, it’s one of the best features for Alaska where there is beauty everywhere; even through the sunroofs you can see the tall fjords and waterfalls. From a fishing or a pleasure perspective it wows everyone,” Travis said.
Enjoy Travis and Leah’s adventure here:
https://www.rivieraaustralia.com/enews-articles/alaskan-odyssey-for-the-luff-boat-a-riviera-545-suv/
The Luff Boat leaving her home port in Seattle
The trip posed a lot of unique challenges and experiences
Exploring the untouched Alaskan wilderness
Jenny Haddrell’s Riviera life aboard a Riviera 645 SUV
Since commencing her Riviera journey 15 years ago over multiple Riviera motor yachts,
Melburnian Jenny Haddrell has developed a very steady pair of sea legs. She credits her maritime confidence and skills to participating in several short courses for lady skippers hosted by Melbourne’s Riviera representatives, R Marine Jacksons.
With husband Ray she has explored Tasmania and the Australian east coast, and the couple are planning more adventures aboard their seventh Riviera, Rayz Away, a 645 SUV.
Share Jenny’s story here:
https://www.rivieraaustralia.com/enews-articles/a-womans-perspective-on-the-cruising-lifestyle-aboard-a-riviera/
Jenny enjoys visiting new destinations and experiencing unique adventures
Sometimes she is joined by a little wild company along the way
Living the Lake Tahoe dream aboard a Riviera 395 SUV
Craig and Betty Lazzareschi are enjoying summertime boating on Lake Tahoe even more since acquiring their Riviera 395 SUV, Mi Maribe.
“It was a big decision for us. We’d never had a boat this large. We were intuitive, the two of us went with our gut. We went for a test drive aboard a Riviera 3600 and loved it. It was really well built. All the boaters we talked to said Riviera was the best, top of class,” Craig said.
Share Craig and Betty’s story here:
https://www.rivieraaustralia.com/enews-articles/dreamboat-living-aboard-a-395-suv-on-lake-tahoe/
Craig and Betty's beloved Riviera 395 SUV, Mi Maribe
Summer in full swing for the whole family on Lake Tahoe
A lifetime of memories were created aboard the Riviera 395 SUV
