Named Kanoa, meaning “the free one,” the yacht’s interior has three private cabins, a master and two guest suites, and four entertainment spaces equipped with the latest technology, including Wi-Fi and Bose entertainment systems. Recently, the company partnered with Solaris, an Italian company that has helped Hawai‘i Yachts create a customized vessel tailored to fit its owner like a suit. Everything feels perfectly in place and in harmony as we make headway down the coast toward Diamond Head. “This is our version of luxury,” says Allenbaugh. “We want everyone to experience Hawai‘i from a perspective they’ve never seen before. And I think that’s what really sets us apart. We’ve been able to give people more access to yachting throughout the islands consistently for the past 10 years, and remain original in doing so.”

As Waikīkī flickers across the rolling seas, the chef presents a sea-to-table culinary experience. Ahi dredged in furikake (freshly caught mere moments ago on a previous ride in from Kona); smoked salmon and Caesar salad bites with local Nalo greens; seasonal fresh fruit—all highlight the flavors of Hawai‘i regional cuisine. This is just one of the many tailored experiences offered at Hawai‘i Yachts. From on-boat massages, wine tastings, private scuba dives, off-the-path hiking, and private lū‘au experiences, Hawai‘i Yacht’s offerings are limitless. “To be in a place like Hawai‘i is truly special,” Allenbaugh says. “Our clients really become our ‘ohana (family), and we truly feel it is our kuleana (responsibility) to make sure they are taken care of from the moment they start their journey with us.”

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