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superyacht noun
What does the noun superyacht mean.
There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun superyacht . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence.
How common is the noun superyacht ?
How is the noun superyacht pronounced, british english, u.s. english, where does the noun superyacht come from.
Earliest known use
The earliest known use of the noun superyacht is in the 1910s.
OED's earliest evidence for superyacht is from 1912, in Belfast News-letter .
superyacht is formed within English, by derivation.
Etymons: super- prefix , yacht n.
Nearby entries
- supervolcano, n. 1925–
- supervoltage, n. 1898–
- supervolute, adj. 1832–
- supervolutive, adj. 1841–50
- superwaif, n. 1972–
- superweak, adj. 1959–
- superweed, n. 1939–
- superweening, adj. 1862
- superwoman, adj. & n. 1857–
- super-writing, n. 1654–1853
- superyacht, n. 1912–
- supet, n. a1382
- supeter, n. 1611–78
- supinate, v. 1822–
- supinated, adj. 1828–
- supination, n. 1657–
- supinatoextensor, adj. 1872–
- supinator, n. 1615–
- supine, n. c1450–
- supine, adj. & adv. ?a1425–
- supinely, adv. 1604–
Meaning & use
The super-Dreadnought has its companion in the super-motor-car and the super-yacht .
Launched at Clydebank, yesterday, the 1,600-ton superyacht Nahlin, which they have built to the order of Lady Yule... Intended for long cruises, the Nahlin will be fitted with a special navigation outfit.
Puerto José Banus is a convenient 35 miles from Gibraltar and, although expensive, is worth a visit if only to see the opulent superyachts moored against the west quay.
The superyacht Dilbar stretches one-and-a-half football fields in length. It has two helipads, berths for more than 130 people and a 25-meter swimming pool that itself can accommodate another superyacht.
- steam-yacht 1812– With reference to locomotion by steam-power, and in names of vehicles and vessels propelled by steam, as steam barge , steam bus , steam-ferry , steam …
- skimmer 1844– Applied to vessels, spec. to a particular type of yacht. Hence also, a hydroplane, hydrofoil, hovercraft, or other vessel that has little or no…
- schooner-yacht 1876– Vessels of various classes resembling a schooner in build or rig.
- cruiser 1879– A yacht constructed or adapted for cruising, as distinguished from a ‘racer’; also, a motor-vessel designed for pleasure cruises on the sea, or…
- keel 1883– A yacht built with a permanent keel instead of a centre-board.
- skimming-dish 1884– U.S. A shallow yacht-built type of boat used on the coast of Florida.
- cutter-yacht 1885– A yacht built and rigged like a cutter.
- half-rater 1889– A small racing yacht of a design originally having a rating ( rating , n.¹ 4) of 0.5. Also as a modifier, designating such a vessel.
- bulb-keel 1893– A keel of a yacht having a cigar-shaped attachment which in section presents a bulb-like appearance; also elliptical a yacht having such an…
- keel-boat 1893– A yacht having a keel instead of a centre-board.
- forty 1894– A yacht of forty tons burden.
- forty-tonner 1895– = forty , adj. B.3.
- one-designer 1897– A one-design yacht or boat (see one-design , n. ); (also) a person who sails this type of craft.
- raceabout 1897– A sloop-rigged racing yacht similar to a knockabout ( knockabout , n. B.4), but typically having a smaller keel and larger sail yards.
- forty-footer 1902– A forty-foot yacht.
- sonder 1907– A class of small racing yacht; a yacht of this class.
- star 1911– Sailing (originally U.S. ). Frequently with capital initial. A type of sloop-rigged open keelboat designed to be sailed by two people and used for…
- superyacht 1912– An exceptionally large or powerful yacht; (now) esp. one that is extravagantly luxurious and used for cruising.
- tonnage-cheater 1912– Term applied to a vessel built so as to cheat the rules for tonnage measurement, esp. a yacht with a ‘dog's-leg’ stern-post, by which its length was…
- scow 1929– U.S. A small flat-bottomed racing yacht.
- tabloid 1930– In full tabloid cruiser . A small cruising yacht.
- Yngling 1969– A type or class of racing keelboat, designed to sail with a two- or three-person crew. Frequently attributive .
- maxi yacht 1974– Originally and chiefly Australian and New Zealand . In full maxi boat , maxi yacht . A racing yacht of between 15 and 20 metres in length (the largest…
Pronunciation
Pronunciation keys.
- ð th ee
- ɬ rhingy ll
Some consonants can take the function of the vowel in unstressed syllables. Where necessary, a syllabic marker diacritic is used, hence <petal> /ˈpɛtl/ but <petally> /ˈpɛtl̩i/.
- a trap, bath
- ɑː start, palm, bath
- ɔː thought, force
- ᵻ (/ɪ/-/ə/)
- ᵿ (/ʊ/-/ə/)
Other symbols
- The symbol ˈ at the beginning of a syllable indicates that that syllable is pronounced with primary stress.
- The symbol ˌ at the beginning of a syllable indicates that that syllable is pronounced with secondary stress.
- Round brackets ( ) in a transcription indicate that the symbol within the brackets is optional.
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* /d/ also represents a 'tapped' /t/ as in <bitter>
Some consonants can take the function of the vowel in unstressed syllables. Where necessary, a syllabic marker diacritic is used, hence <petal> /ˈpɛd(ə)l/ but <petally> /ˈpɛdl̩i/.
- i fleece, happ y
- æ trap, bath
- ɑ lot, palm, cloth, thought
- ɔ cloth, thought
- ɔr north, force
- ə strut, comm a
- ər nurse, lett er
- ɛ(ə)r square
- æ̃ sal on
Simple Text Respell
Simple text respell breaks words into syllables, separated by a hyphen. The syllable which carries the primary stress is written in capital letters. This key covers both British and U.S. English Simple Text Respell.
b, d, f, h, k, l, m, n, p, r, s, t, v, w and z have their standard English values
- arr carry (British only)
- a(ng) gratin
- o lot (British only)
- orr sorry (British only)
- o(ng) salon
superyacht typically occurs about 0.6 times per million words in modern written English.
superyacht is in frequency band 4, which contains words occurring between 0.1 and 1 times per million words in modern written English. More about OED's frequency bands
Frequency of superyacht, n. , 2017–2023
* Occurrences per million words in written English
Modern frequency series are derived from a corpus of 20 billion words, covering the period from 2017 to the present. The corpus is mainly compiled from online news sources, and covers all major varieties of World English.
Smoothing has been applied to series for lower-frequency words, using a moving-average algorithm. This reduces short-term fluctuations, which may be produced by variability in the content of the corpus.
Entry history for superyacht, n.
superyacht, n. was first published in December 2022
superyacht, n. was last modified in July 2023
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obsolete Dutch jaght , from Middle Low German jacht , short for jachtschip , literally, hunting ship
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1836, in the meaning defined above
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Native English Speak: Yacht Pronunciation Made Easy With Effective Tips
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Are you a non-native English speaker struggling with the pronunciation of the word “yacht”? You’re not alone! The pronunciation of this word can be tricky for many English learners. But fear not, as in this blog post, we’ll break down the syllables and sounds of yacht pronunciation to help you say it correctly and with confidence. So let’s get started and make yacht pronunciation easy with these effective tips!
Yacht Pronunciation – The Fundamentals
Are you ready to tackle the fundamentals of yacht pronunciation? Let’s dive right in!
First, let’s break down the word “yacht” into its individual syllables: “yacht” is pronounced as one syllable. It’s important to note that the ‘y’ at the beginning of the word is pronounced like the letter ‘y’ in the alphabet.
Now let’s focus on the sounds of each individual letter in “yacht.” The ‘y’ sound is a consonant sound, similar to the beginning sound in “yellow.” The ‘a’ sound in “yacht” is pronounced as a long ‘a’ sound, similar to the sound in the word “lake.” The ‘ch’ sound is a combination of two consonant sounds, ‘t’ and ‘sh’, which creates a soft and subtle ‘ch’ sound.
To practice yacht pronunciation, try saying the word slowly and exaggerate each sound. Repeat it multiple times until you feel confident in your pronunciation. You can also use online pronunciation resources or language learning apps to hear the correct pronunciation.
Now that you have mastered the fundamentals of yacht pronunciation, you can confidently use this word in conversations and impress others with your English skills. Keep practicing and soon enough, yacht pronunciation will become second nature to you!
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Yacht Pronunciation – Syllables and Sounds
Now that we’ve covered the fundamentals of yacht pronunciation, let’s dive deeper into breaking down the syllables and sounds of this word. Understanding the syllables and sounds will further enhance your ability to pronounce it correctly.
As we mentioned earlier, “yacht” is pronounced as one syllable. This means that you should not pause or break the word into separate sounds. Instead, pronounce it smoothly as a single unit.
To dissect the sounds, let’s focus on the individual letters in “yacht”. The ‘y’ at the beginning of the word is pronounced like the letter ‘y’ in the alphabet, making a consonant sound similar to the beginning sound in “yellow”. Next, the ‘a’ in “yacht” is pronounced as a long ‘a’ sound, just like in the word “lake”. Lastly, the ‘ch’ in “yacht” is a combination of two consonant sounds, ‘t’ and ‘sh’, resulting in a soft and subtle ‘ch’ sound.
To practice, say “yacht” slowly and emphasize each sound. Repeat it multiple times until you feel comfortable and confident in your pronunciation. You can also use online resources or language learning apps to hear the correct pronunciation and further refine your skills.
Now that you have a thorough understanding of the syllables and sounds of yacht pronunciation, you’re well on your way to mastering this word with ease. Keep practicing, and soon enough, you’ll be able to confidently use it in conversations and impress others with your English skills.
‘ Yacht ‘ in Context: Sample Sentences and Usage
Now that you have mastered the pronunciation of “yacht,” let’s explore some sample sentences and usage of this word in context. This will help you understand how to incorporate it into your own conversations.
1. “We took a luxurious yacht trip along the Mediterranean coast.” – In this sentence, “yacht” is used to describe a type of boat or vessel. It implies a sense of luxury and elegance.
2. “He invited us to join him on his yacht for a weekend getaway.” – Here, “yacht” is used to refer to a personal or private boat used for leisure and relaxation.
3. “The couple chartered a yacht for their honeymoon cruise. ” – In this example, “yacht” is used as a verb, indicating the action of renting or hiring a boat for a specific period of time.
4. “The yacht sailed smoothly through the calm waters, offering breathtaking views.” – This sentence showcases the action and movement of a yacht, emphasizing its graceful navigation and picturesque surroundings.
By incorporating these sample sentences into your language practice, you can not only master the pronunciation of “yacht” but also understand how to use it accurately in various contexts. So keep practicing, and soon enough, you’ll be able to effortlessly incorporate this word into your English conversations.
Yacht Pronunciation Common Mistakes
While yacht pronunciation can be challenging for non-native English speakers, there are a few common mistakes that you should avoid to ensure you pronounce it correctly.
One common mistake is misplacing the stress in the word. The stress in “yacht” falls on the first syllable, so make sure to emphasize the ‘y’ sound at the beginning of the word. Avoid placing stress on the second syllable or any other syllable.
Another mistake to avoid is pronouncing the ‘a’ in “yacht” as a short ‘a’ sound, like the ‘a’ in “cat.” Remember that the ‘a’ in “yacht” is pronounced as a long ‘a’ sound, similar to the ‘a’ in “lake.” Additionally, be careful not to pronounce the ‘ch’ in “yacht” as a hard ‘ch’ sound, like in “church.” Instead, remember that it is a soft and subtle ‘ch’ sound, created by combining the ‘t’ and ‘sh’ sounds.
To ensure you are not making these mistakes, practice saying “yacht” slowly and exaggerate each sound. Repeat it multiple times until you feel comfortable with the correct pronunciation. By avoiding these common mistakes and practicing consistently, you’ll soon be able to confidently pronounce “yacht” like a native English speaker.
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Megayacht VS. Superyacht
A yacht is known as a luxury watercraft that helps people having the enjoyment of recreation. Two terms that fall under a “yacht” are “megayacht” and “superyacht”. Both terms often get used interchangeably, but in this blog, we will discuss the differences.
Ranging from 80 feet in length up to the staggering 592 feet of AZZAM, the world’s largest private yacht, superyachts can be sailing yachts, motor yachts, motor sailors – or even stylishly converted tugs, or military vessels. In general, yachts are either considered a motor yacht or sailing yacht, depending on how the boat is powered. A sailing yacht is powered by sails or winds, while a motor yacht is powered by engines.
The term “megayacht” is often used interchangeably with the term “superyacht”, which is used to refer to any privately owned yacht over 80 feet in length.
Superyachts for sale and megayachts for sale can vary enormously in size, yacht price, facilities and performance. Some yachts are used exclusively for owners use or are available for part time commercial charter.
Luxury yachts typically offer a huge guest area, giving people the options for both entertainment as well as relaxation in such yachts. These vessels are commercially operated (motor or sail powered) and are professionally crewed.
Superyachts Explained
Although there is no true definition, a superyacht is considered to be a yacht that is at least 78-feet or 24-meters. A superyacht is synonymous with luxury and glamor, affording families and friends the freedom to travel the world’s most glittering destinations in ultimate comfort and privacy.
A superyacht will normally be crewed, and have luxurious accommodations for 6 to 12 guests, as well as sophisticated communal living areas. Superyachts for sale offer elegant entertaining and dining areas, while most come with Jacuzzis, swim platforms on the waterline, and a huge array of watertoys.
Click to view all superyachts for sale worldwide here, including images and specifications to begin your superyacht adventure.
Megayachts Explained
Exact definitions of mega yachts vary tremendously, although some believe that around 200 feet or 60-meters is the starting size for a mega yacht for sale.
The larger superyachts for sale (often mega yachts) will sometimes have special passenger licenses allowing them to accommodate more than 12 guests. Mega yachts generally carry large crews to offer a simply spectacular level of service, with guest-to-crew ratios only dreamt of in elite hotels.
On megayachts, gyms, spas, helipads, private owners deck and even cinemas become standard features, while many sport palatial beach clubs, high-speed chase boats, and even submarines. The general facilities are almost the same for both super yachts and the mega yachts, whereas, the mega yachts are quite bigger in size.
It is useful, however, to know that the term ‘mega yacht’ is not a universally- recognized term and its exact meaning is debated, although it has gained common currency in the United States and in mainstream media around the world.
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Largest Yachts in the World
Because mega yachts over 200-foot are such extraordinary machines, there are a limited number of them afloat, although as the race for the biggest boat continues, we can expect this number to grow.
AZZAM 592' (180m) Lürssen Yacht 2013
At 592-feet long, AZZAM is known to be the longest superyacht in the world. A world-class team was personally assembled and secretly directed in all areas of development.
ECLIPSE 533' (162m) Blohm + Voss 2010 / 2015
ECLIPSE’s interior configuration has been designed to comfortably accommodate up to 36 guests overnight in 18 cabins, comprising of a master suite and 17 VIP staterooms. She is capable of carrying up to 70 crew onboard.
DUBAI 531' (162m) Platinum Yachts 2006 / 2008
With 7 decks, DUBAI has a wealth of sunbathing areas; a striking mosaic swimming pool and several Jacuzzis. She can accommodate a helicopter of up to ten tons and can carry 2 10-meter long tenders.
BLUE 526' 11" (160.6m) Lurssen 2022
Lurssen’s creation, BLUE, claims the 4th spot on the list of the world’s longest yachts, showcasing its remarkable gross tonnage. Crafted for a Middle Eastern owner, it offers ample interior space, surpassed in this aspect only by DILBAR and AL SAID. Designed by Terence Disdale, BLUE boasts classic exterior aesthetics characterized by a distinctive bow and graceful curves. The yacht boasts two helipads, a sheltered pool on the main deck, a stern bathing platform, and balconies adorning the owner’s cabin. She is propelled by a cutting-edge diesel-electric hybrid system equipped with advanced exhaust treatment and water purification technology.
DILBAR 511' (156m) Lürssen Yacht 2017
Luxury mega yacht DILBAR is famously known as the world’s largest yacht by gross tonnage and interior volume. With an interior by Alberto Pinto, she became one of the most sought-after yachts on the water.
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Top Superyacht Builders
German superyacht builder Lürssen is the builder of the largest superyacht in existence, the 590’ (180m) M/Y AZZAM, which was completed in an astonishingly quick three years. Known for superb build quality and large projects across its superyacht, naval vessel, as well as its’ yacht refit and management divisions. M/Y KISMET the 312′ yacht is one of Lürssen’s most popular vessels.
Feadship, Netherlands: For some yacht owners, the only name worth knowing is Feadship. This prestigious brand is synonymous with Dutch superyacht quality and has a legion of steadfast and loyal fans. There are 450 bespoke yachts currently afloat in the Feadship fleet, including M/Y HASNA.
Dutch yacht builder Heesen is known for its aluminum and steel superyachts and innovative use of technology, as seen in the revolutionary fast displacement hull form first seen in the multi-award winning M/Y GALACTICA STAR.
Amels’ vast and high-tech superyacht facility is the largest in the Netherlands, producing iconic, high-value yachts up to 330’ (100m), including their 2017 flagship yacht, 272’ (83m) M/Y HERE COMES THE SUN.
Building or Buying a Yacht
Superyachts for sale can be purchased pre-owned, or buyers can purchase a ‘new build’ yacht for sale from a dedicated superyacht builder. Superyachts can be ordered either fully custom-built, semi-custom, or from an existing range, and can be built with various hull types which affect speed, range and motion at sea. Luxury yachts can also be chartered out, recouping some of the costs of purchase and upkeep. Your yacht broker will help you through researching, selecting and purchasing your superyacht for sale, making the process easy.
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- Meaning of superyacht
superyacht ( English)
Origin & history.
- A very large luxury yacht
- A Google Friend Is Now Facebook’s : " Tom Perkins[…] , the Silicon Valley venture capitalist, is putting his superyacht , the Maltese Falcon, up for sale, just two years after he first set sail on it. "
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- Luxury yacht on Wikipedia .
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The superyacht has become a symbol of the excesses of one of the world's biggest financial scandals. BBC News, 3 April 2019
Footage of a multimillion-dollar superyacht crashing into a wharf in Cairns has emerged showing terrified diners watch on. news.com.au, 11 August 2019
A Scottish-themed superyacht venture to help promote luxury brands to the world’s wealthiest sports fans has been launched by the founders of a private air charter company. scotsman.com, 16 November 2018
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The superyacht - named Moatize - went speeding into Cairns Marlin marina on Saturday night, with crew aboard the boat calling out to warn people to get out of the way. Mail Online, 11 August 2019
Five people were hospitalised following an incident involving the superyacht owned by Irish businessman Denis O'Brien in Italy. Independent.ie, 14 September 2019
Queensland health authorities have slammed the managers of a superyacht who entered Australian waters with an infected crew member on board and refused to reveal vital information about where it had been. news.com.au, 24 December 2020
Designed in the wake of Hurricane Dorian's devastation of the Bahamas, the Miami superyacht is said to be storm proof, self-powering, and measures 436 feet long and 65 feet wide. Mail Online, 31 March 2020
A week later I was in Dubrovnik, Croatia; close by, a superyacht called Clio was anchored off the island of Mljet. The Guardian, 13 August 2020
For $750,000 per person, Vescovo will take guests down 35,843 feet in Limiting Factor, his $37 million Triton 36,000/2 submarine, whose depth capacity is more than 100 times that of the typical superyacht submersible. Slashdot, 28 March 2020
Victoria has reported no new local cases for the 56th consecutive day as Queensland also recorded no new infections on Christmas Day, although investigations continue into the source of infection aboard a superyacht . World News SBS, 28 March 2020
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superyachts : superyachts (English) Noun superyachts Plural of superyacht
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Americans whose yacht was hijacked in Grenada were likely thrown overboard and died, police say
Two Americans are presumed dead after they vanished from their yacht in Grenada , leaving behind evidence of a bloody struggle, police in nearby St. Vincent and the Grenadines said Monday.
While loved ones of Kathy Brandel and Ralph Hendry are hopeful that the American retirees and sailing enthusiasts could still turn up alive, St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Superintendent Junior Simmons offered a more somber assessment.
"Based on the investigation thus far, it is presumed that Ralph Hendry and Kathy Brandel are deceased," Simmons said in a video statement Monday afternoon .
Hours earlier, police in Grenada said there's still hope to find the couple.
But Royal Grenada Police Commissioner Don McKenzie also said he's offering “condolences” to the family of the two American boaters, who were most likely “disposed of” at sea by escaped prisoners. McKenzie said there's a “low probability” Brandel and Henry might be alive.
Three accused criminals escaped from jail on Feb. 18 before they "commandeered" the couple's boat, called Simplicity, and headed north, McKenzie said. Police have said the escapees boarded the boat while it was docked in the St. George area of Grenada.
"They headed to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Information suggests that while traveling between Grenada and St. Vincent, they disposed of the occupants," McKenzie told reporters.
Asked whether investigators have an idea where the "missing" Americans might be, McKenzie flat-out said, "No."
"We have nothing conclusive to say that the individuals are dead," he added. "We still hold out hope that, in spite of what might be a low probability, they will turn up alive somewhere, that they're alive."
Simmons in St. Vincent and the Grenadines left little doubt of his opinion in the probe “into the disappearance and presumed death of two United States citizens ... Ralph Hendry and his common law wife Kathy Brandel.”
In an interview that aired Monday on NBC Nightly News, Rob Maher, a friend of the couple who acted as their emergency contact, said that the situation was “like a bad Hollywood movie.”
“It’s hard to think of their last moments with the idea that they might have been thrown overboard alive. It’s difficult to conceive for a friend,” he added.
Couple's sons are in the Caribbean
The couple’s sons called the pair’s disappearance “the rarest of the rare occurrences.”
Brandel’s son, Nick Buro, and Hendry’s son, Bryan Hendry, told NBC Washington that they first learned the couple were missing after U.S. consular officials in Barbados contacted them.
A good Samaritan who found the pair’s abandoned boat contacted the Salty Dawg Sailing Association , whose flag was flying on the mast, and word made it to the two sons, too.
They said they were told the couple vanished after three men escaped from police custody Feb. 18 and boarded their boat in Grenada the next day, Buro said.
Buro said they were told an “altercation of violence took place" on the boat, adding that there was evidence of the violence and that the couple’s possessions were "strewn around all over." Items had also been stolen.
McKenzie said, "What I can say to the family is my condolences and we are still hoping for what I consider a positive outcome, which is we still have the hope that our worst-case scenario will not be a reality."
The scene on the couple's boat was "consistent with signs of violence," Simmons in St. Vincent and the Grenadines said.
"Several items were strewn on the deck and in the cabin, and a red substance that resembled blood was seen on board," he said. "There was no discovery of bodies on board the yacht."
The escapees were caught by police in St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Wednesday and are in custody there, according to Buro and officials.
Police told Buro that they have questioned the suspects multiple times, and he said the family expects charges soon.
Buro and Hendry are in the Caribbean and have been speaking with authorities, including the St. Vincent and the Grenadines police and coast guard, and they expressed their appreciation.
A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department said it is aware of the reports involving two citizens missing in the vicinity of Grenada and St. Vincent and the Grenadines but did not identify the couple. The official added that U.S. authorities are coordinating with local law enforcement officials as they carry out their search efforts.
“We are monitoring the situation and seeking additional information,” the spokesperson said. “The Department of State has no higher priority than the welfare and safety of U.S. citizens abroad. We stand ready to provide appropriate assistance to U.S. citizens in need and to their families.”
Life on the water
The couple met in Virginia and have been married for 27 years. They raised the boys together in the state, where they lived until 2013, selling their home in Alexandria to trade it in for Simplicity and life on the water.
"They wanted to see the world. They wanted to experience life. They wanted to see what the world had to offer outside of their small window of living in one place and being mobile and being able to have a different adventure every day — that’s like the definition of living," Buro said.
Buro said that the family has always been close and that they talk often. He considers Ralph Hendry his father and Bryan Hendry his brother, and he said he knows Hendry feels the same way about him and Brandel.
The couple “lived with a sense of wonder and love,” Hendry said.
“They loved immersing themselves in different cultures and meeting people and spreading their love wherever they could,” he said.
Buro echoed his stepbrother’s sentiments.
“You’ll never meet more beautiful people than Kathy and Ralph,” Buro said. “They were there for people when they needed it most, and I just, they’re my inspiration for everything, and I can’t express how much I love them, and I know everybody else who knows them feels the same way.”
The couple had been planning the trip down to Grenada — their first to the Caribbean island — for “years and years and years, training themselves, preparing the boat, preparing themselves ... to make the trip,” Hendry said.
It was going to be a “very long trip, not to be taken lightly,” and the couple felt they had “prepared themselves adequately,” Hendry said.
They made the voyage down with the Salty Dawg Sailing Association, and everyone arrived safely, Buro said.
Bob Osborn, the association's president, said the situation was upsetting and tragic.
“In all my years of cruising the Caribbean, I have never heard of anything like this,” he said in a statement.
Yacht 'was their home'
Buro thinks his mother and stepfather could still be alive.
“We still think there’s a chance that they’re out there," he said. Because the investigation continues and St. Vincent and the Grenadines police were "quick to apprehend the suspects and are searching," there is hope.
"We still hope that they are OK and that we can bring them back," Buro said.
He said that the entire situation "is something that is completely unexpected" and that they are trying to understand the "senseless act of violence against two people that were just living their lives in their home."
Buro said the couple worked hard on their dream and had become seasoned sailors. Simplicity “was their home,” he said.
He said the couple’s top priorities were always safety and security, “to make sure everything they did was safe and was going to keep them safe.”
“To have that turn out in a way where something out of their control took that away from them is what’s so horrific about this and so sad, because they were just, this is just something that they’ve always wanted to do, and they did it, and it’s just, it breaks our hearts,” Buro said.
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