The Howorths

We are Frances and Michael Howorth, and for the past three decades, we have explored the world together. Our journey began on cruise ships, and since then, we have gained experience working on luxury private and charter yachts, in addition to sailing on our own vessel.

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Bigger and Better

4 days ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

Pack a picnic and chill the fizz. This year’s Battle Proms will be bigger and better than ever. With just days to go until the 2025 season starts, now is the time to plan the party. So, grab your tickets and come and join us. We are attending the event in Blenheim on 5th July. Alongside the breathtaking entertainments the Battle Proms is famous for uplifting music, fireworks, Spitfire, cannons, cavalry, parachutes. The Battle Poms 2025 will be bigger and better.
Morocco Campsites for Motor Caravans

2 weeks ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

With the 90-day Schengen restrictions affecting time spent camping in Europe, Morocco is attracting a lot more motorcaravan visitors. Camping Morocco was first published by Vicarious Media in 2009. Back then it listed 98 inspected campsites, displaying one site per A5 page. Fourteen years later Vicarious Media having recognised the now larger market is demanding an update have published a 2025 version.
Vitruvius 52 Metre Under Construction

2 weeks ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

Vitruvius Yacht Design has revealed further details of one of its latest creations. She is a 52 metre Hybrid Motor Yacht and is currently under construction at Tankoa Yachts in Genoa. Her scheduled launch is in early 2026. This project is a collaboration between Vitruvius Yacht Design, Tankoa Yachts, interior designer Francesca Muzio. Commissioned by an experienced couple with deep roots in both business and art, the project follows a clear brief.
DFDS Stars in New Channel 4 Docuseries

2 weeks ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

Ferry operator DFDS will feature in a brand-new Channel 4 documentary series titled Dover 24/7: Britain’s Busiest Port. The first episode premiered on Monday 2 June 2025. The six-part series, produced by ITN Productions for Channel 4, takes viewers behind-the-scenes with the ferry operator. It looks at the daily operations at the Port of Dover, Europe’s busiestpassenger port. Filmed over the summer of 2024, the documentary follows frontline staff at DFDS.
Aurora Chasing with Wil

3 weeks ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

Back in 2015, Wil Cheung went aurora chasing for the first time. He experienced his first Aurora storm in Iceland. From that moment on, he was on a mission. To make sure as many people as possible could experience the same breathtaking phenomenon. And one of the ways he plans to do that is to charter a ship and go Aurora Chasing. Since 2015, he has seen the Northern Lights over 300 times. And he has helped hundreds of thousands of people see and enjoy this spectacle.
Dunkirk Little Ships Return

1 month ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

The Dunkirk Little Ships are ready for an 85th anniversary commemoration of Operation Dynamo. In May 1940, at the outbreak of World War II, the British Expeditionary Force in France found itself overwhelmed by the rapid advance of Nazi troops. Pushed back to the beaches of Dunkirk, hundreds of thousands of British and Allied soldiers faced certain capture, or worse. What happened next became one of the most heroic civilian efforts in wartime history.
New Favourite Jacket?

1 month ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

We all have that favourite jacket—the one you reach for no matter the weather or occasion. But if you haven’t found yours yet, the Henri-Lloyd Dynamic Lite Jacket could be it. Crafted with cutting-edge Dynamic fabric technology, this jacket combines high performance with everyday versatility. Whether you’re tackling wet weather on the water or heading ashore, the Dynamic Lite is designed to deliver—stylish, technical, and sustainable.
Starfire Shines Brighter Than Ever

2 months ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

In the glittering world of luxury superyachts, Starfire is once again capturing global attention. Following a transformative year at the renowned Abeking & Rasmussen shipyard in Germany, the 70.2-metre superyacht has made a spectacular return to the seas—more radiant and refined than ever. Formerly known as Saint Nicolas, and now Starfire she has re-emerged in February 2025 with a bold new identity.
Henk de Vries III to Retire

2 months ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

After nearly four decades of leadership within the superyacht world, Henk de Vries III will retire on 1 May 2025. He is currently a Director of Feadship and CEO of Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw. Henk will continue to serve as an Ambassador for Feadship. He will ensure the brand’s legacy endures as the next generation drives innovation and excellence in yachting. Henk de Vries joined the family company in 1987. He became director/shareholder in 1996, together with his cousin, Tom de Vries.
KRSR 10th Anniversary

2 months ago | thehoworths.com | Michael Howorth

It hardly seems seven years ago when we visited The Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous (KRSR) in 2018. That was for the fourth incarnation of the, by then already, popular event. Now KRSR will celebrate its 10th Anniversary Edition between the 11th and 13th December 2025. As is usual it will be held at the Kata Rocks Resort & Residences in Phuket. This is a prestigious annual superyacht event. It is where the “Phuket Glitterati” descend to party kicking off the start of the high season in Thailand.