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NORTHERN SUN YACHT CHARTER

50.9m  /  167'   narasaki shipyard   1976 / 2007.

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Special Features:

• World-class expedition yacht
• Three entertainment saloons
• Jacuzzi-and-sun deck
• Ice-strengthened hull
• 10,000-mile cruising range

Northern Sun is perfect for true long-range exploration in the utmost luxury and comfort

The 50.9m/167' 'Northern Sun' expedition yacht built by Narasaki Shipyard is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins.

A launchpad for adventure, Northern Sun is primed for practically every expedition imaginable across the globe.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 1976, Northern Sun offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite, three double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 7 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 1 double and 5 singles. She is also capable of carrying up to 12 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort & Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, notably a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi.

Northern Sun benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, notably Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Performance & Range

Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by twin Yanmar engines, she comfortably cruises at 10 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 13 knots with a range of up to 10,000 nautical miles from her 175,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. An on board stabilization system ensures comfort when underway.

Northern Sun has aboard a plentiful range of water toys and accessories ready to entertain you and your guests whilst on charter. Principle among these are two Laser sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. In addition there is a waterslide bringing a sense of fun that all the family can enjoy. Another excellent feature are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Northern Sun also features wakeboards, kayaks, wakesurf boards, scuba diving equipment, paddleboards. Northern Sun features three tenders, but leading the pack is a SEAT RIB to transport you in style.

Based in the magical waters of South East Asia all year round Northern Sun is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Northern Sun Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the South East Asia.

With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard expedition yacht Northern Sun promises to be nothing short of spectacular.

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Amenities & Entertainment

For your relaxation and entertainment Northern Sun has the following facilities, for more details please speak to your yacht charter broker.

Northern Sun is reported to be available to Charter with the following recreation facilities:

• 1 x SEAT 219 RIB
• 1 x 6.8m  /  22'4 ACS Tender
• 1 x 3.6m  /  11'10 Zodiac RIB 25 HP engine

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

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'Northern Sun' Charter Rates & Destinations

Summer Season

May - September

$161,700 p/week + expenses

High Season

Cruising Regions

South East Asia Myanmar (Burma), Philippines, Thailand

Winter Season

October - April

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Yes, You Really Can Charter The Northern Sun Yacht From Below Deck Down Under

It will cost you, though.

When Captain Jason Chambers set sail for Peacock’s Below Deck Down Under Season 2 , he was in somewhat unchartered territory. Filmed at the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef in the stunning waters of Cairns, Australia, the latest season welcomed guests aboard the M/Y Northern Sun , a Japanese superyacht that was unlike any vessel he’d ever captained in the past. “ Northern Sun is a 1977 Japanese fishing vessel that’s been converted to a luxury superyacht,” Captain Jason explains in the Season 2 premiere. “It’s the perfect vessel because, this season, we’re in Cairns, right at the foothills of the most spectacular underwater scenery you’ll ever see. It’s adventure yachting, and it’s perfect for exploration.”

You don’t have to sign up for a reality TV show to visit the 50.8-meter-long Northern Sun, though. The yacht, which began as an ice-class research vessel that analyzed marine life and ocean currents in the North Japan Sea, is currently listed with a weekly charter starting cost of $161,700 and an asking price of $15 million. Able to accommodate 12 guests in 6 staterooms, Northern Sun includes such luxury amenities as al fresco dining, an outdoor jacuzzi, and a two-deck-high inflatable water slide, as well as a range of water-sport toys, allowing guests the opportunity to go scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, water skiing, and more, while exploring Thailand and surrounding areas.

In a July interview with Bravo’s The Daily Dish, Chief Stew Aesha Scott explained why Northern Sun made Season 2 “completely different ” in allowing guests to have one-of-a-kind experiences. “The boat was smaller, it was more manageable,” she said, comparing the vessel to M/Y Thalassa BDDU ’s inaugural season. “The boat this year was a converted fishing vessel, and for me it was just so much better because Thalassa was outrageous how big it was. That was part of the stress was that it was just so big ... We’re still offering the guests a really nice five-star experience.”

Northern Sun’s laid-back feel also played a key role in Season 2. “I think altogether that it’s just kind of created a more tropical, casual kind of vibe, which I actually think was a real positive thing because the guests were just so relaxed,” Aesha added. “And [they] just got up to such mischief — which was funny most of the time. Sometimes it was annoying, but most of the time it was funny.”

Captain Jason, for his part, shared in a separate interview with the outlet that the latest installment of the original Bravo franchise flew by, either way. “I walked onto the boat, said ‘What the hell is going on?’” he joked. “And then the season ended.”

weekly rates from $161,700

NORTHERN SUN Yacht for Charter

Not for sale or charter to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.

The167-foot (51m) NORTHERN SUN is a long-range displacement expedition vessel, previously known as the Japanese ice-class marine research vessel HOKKO MARU, launched in 1976 by the Japanese shipyard Narasaki Shipbuilding.

From 2005 to 2008, the vessel underwent a complete conversion, transforming her into a luxury superyacht.

NORTHERN SUN’s impressive leisure and entertainment facilities make her the ideal charter yacht for socializing and entertaining with family and friends. Built with steel hull and aluminum superstructure, she features an ultra-modern stabilization system to reduce roll motion effect and ensure the ultimate comfort throughout your charter vacation. NORTHERN SUN can accommodate up to 12 guests in six well-appointed staterooms, including three doubles and three twins.

Her main deck has direct access to the salon and boasts a massive partially shaded aft area, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, alfresco dining option, followed by central access steps to the extended swim platform and fabulous assortment of water toys.

• Well maintained by a friendly and professional crew of 10
• Extensive array of water toys available
• Run by twin Yanmar 6G-UT diesel engines reaching a maximum speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 10.5 knots
• Classic, elegant formal dining room
• Three entertainment salons
• 12,000nm cruising range

Charter Details

• Deck Jacuzzi

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please inquire.

Accommodations

Specifications, toys & tenders.

• 1 x 23ft rigid jet engine tender - 6 guests + driver
• 1 x 23ft RIB tender - 6 guests + driver
• 2 x Laser sailing dinghies
• 5 x scuba equipment
• 10 x Kayaks 4 double and 6 single
• 1 x Awake electric surfboard
• 2 x wakeboards
• 1 x Wakesurf Board
• 2 x doughnuts
• 4 x rigid stand up paddle boards
• 1 x Adult waterskis
• 1 x 5.5m inflatable slide (two decks high - from bridge deck)
• 12 x snorkeling gear
• Assorted children's toys
• Jet ski can be hired
• Diving Gear
• Dive locker with compressor, tanks & equipment however rendezvous diving arranged.

Winter Rates

2023/2024 Season. Rates p/week + expenses

Cruising Regions

• Indian Ocean
• Philippines

Summer Rates

2024 Season. Rates p/week + expenses

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Weekly rates from $161,700

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Northern Sun

• 50m | Narasaki Zosen | 1976 (2019)
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Her expansive saloon is uniquely situated forward on the main deck, where guests can enjoy stunning views of where they are cruising to, rather than where they have been.

Luxurious accommodation for 12 guests across six spacious staterooms include a voluminous master, three double and two twins. Dedicated to entertainment, the large deck spaces offer ideal spots for alfresco dining and comfortable lounging while her extensive array of watersports equipment encourages maximum fun. Get ready for kayaks, paddleboards, a laser dinghy, inflatable tows, water skiing and more.

The Captain

With extremely comprehensive knowledge of South East Asia, Captain John Maas heads up the brilliant team. Having cruised extensively throughout the Pacific, Atlantic, Caribbean and Mediterranean, John is highly professional, works well with his crew and has a fabulous sense of humour. Guiding his team to provide an exemplary charter experience every time, he says: “I take pride in overseeing our charters to exacting detail and ensuring we are able to deliver the ultimate client experience each and every time”.

The Experience

Originally built as an ice-class marine research vessel in 1976, Northern Sun has since been transformed into a luxurious superyacht providing 12 guests with the perfect exploration yacht to travel in comfort and style. Her ample deck spaces with multiple versatile areas are a great feature and the most luxurious way to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of South East Asia.

With an abundance of options both inside and out including the sundeck jacuzzi and gym, entertainment saloon with games area and extended swim platform offering a vast range of watersports equipment, guests can experience enjoyment and relaxation on every level.

Designed for discrete service with different crew accesses to guest areas, the universal feeling on board Northern Sun is of inclusive hospitality, indeed the crew have created a warm family environment and welcome guests to be part of this exclusive club. Service is at the highest level, delivered with generosity, friendliness and professionalism.

For a multi-generational group looking for a relaxed charter where smiling faces, a warm welcome and fun are top of the list, captain, crew and yacht plus this exceptional region are a winning combination. It’s no wonder this yacht regularly receives rave charter reviews.

The Cuisine

Creating an array of beautifully presented mouth-watering delicacies for guests to enjoy, Thai chef Suthon Cheamkaew brings over 20 years of experience to Northern Sun, having started out in restaurants and hotels in Thailand and Malaysia before moving on board 14 years ago. Prior to joining Northern Sun he worked on board MY Sapphire, MY Maverick and MY Braveheart.

His extensive knowledge of cooking styles and techniques means he is equally comfortable producing high level, fine dining cuisine as he is with more casual home-style food. Alongside other skills in Chinese, Japanese, Italian and some French cuisine, he's also an advocate of healthy eating and Kosher dishes. Providing guests with delicious gastronomic delights, whilst ensuring the highest attention to every detail is his primary motivation, he thrives on achieving great feedback for every meal.

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NORTHERN SUN is an impressive expedition-style yacht based in Thailand and available for charters in South-East Asia.  

Originally built as a research vessel in 1976, NORTHERN SUN was rebuilt in 2007 and updated each year since.  

The interior features generous living and dining spaces and can sleep up to 12 guests over 6 cabins including a master, 3 doubles & 2 twins. NORTHERN SUN also features an entertainment & games room complete with piano!  

Featuring a wide variety of water sports toys, tenders and even a two-story inflatable slide, NORTHERN SUN will ensure that you and your guests never run out of activities.  

The warm and welcoming crew onboard NORTHERN SUN have great knowledge and experience throughout the Thai Islands.  

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Tax Status:  Charter taxes, where applicable, will be due according to the rules and regulations of the chosen cruising destination. Contracts:  MYBA – All agreements to be drawn up using the current MYBA E-contract Charter Agreement – Revised 2017 version

1 x 23ft rigid jet engine tender – 6 guests + driver    1 x 23ft RIB tender – 6 guests + driver   2 x Laser sailing dinghies   4 x SeaBobs   5 x diver propulsion vehicles   6 x scuba equipment   10 x Kayaks 4 double and 6 single   1 x Awake electric surfboard   3 x wakeboards   2 x doughnuts   4 x rigid stand up paddle boards    1 x set water ski   1 x 5.5m inflatable slide (two decks high – from bridge deck)   Jet ski can be hired     Diving Gear   Dive locker with compressor, tanks & equipment however rendezvous diving arranged.

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NORTHERN SUN for sale

NORTHERN SUN is a majestic exploration yacht with uncompromising go anywhere ability.

This impressive 50 meter yacht offers stately cruising and an abundance of interior space for 12 guests in true comfort. Her main deck is entirely dedicated to entertainment spaces, from the light airy main salon to the alfresco dining on the aft deck. A sheer pleasure for relaxation and comfort.

NORTHERN SUN is ready to go worldwide cruising with her new Owner.

Specifications

• Name: NORTHERN SUN
• Yacht Type: Motor Yacht
• Yacht Subtype: Displacement , Expedition Yacht , Classic Yacht
• Builder: Narasaki
• Naval Architect: Narasaki Zosen K.K.
• Exterior Designer: HYS Yachts
• Interior Designer: HYS Yachts
• Refits: 2007-01-01
• Length Overall: 50.9 metres
• Length at Waterline: 43 metres
• Beam: 9 metres
• Max Draught: 3.8 metres
• Gross Tonnage: 703
• Displacement Tonnage: 930

Construction

• Year of Build: 1976
• Hull Number: S-895
• Hull Type: Full Displacement
• Number of Decks: 4

Performance & Capacities

• Max Speed: 13 kn
• Cruising Speed: 10.5 kn
• Fuel Capacity: 140000 litres
• Water Capacity: 45000 litres
• Engine Make: Yanmar
• Total power: 1800hp
• Hull: Steel
• Superstructure: Aluminium,Steel
• Deck: Steel,Teak

Accommodation

• Passenger Rooms: 6
• Master Rooms: 1
• Double Rooms: 2
• Twin Rooms: 3

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Business | south florida yacht brokers hit with lawsuits that claim 10% commissions violate antitrust laws.

Two newly filed federal lawsuits claim that 10% sales commissions required by South Florida’s yacht broker industry are anticompetitive and violate antitrust laws.

The claims follow an October finding by a federal jury in Kansas City, Missouri, that the National Association of Realtors conspired with brokers to artificially inflate commissions paid to real estate brokers. The ruling, and a March 15 settlement by the Realtors, is expected to radically change how homes are sold in the United States.

Both lawsuits involving yacht brokers name as defendants the International Yacht Brokers Association, based in Fort Lauderdale, the Yacht Brokers Association of America, Boats Group LLC and YATCO LLC.

Also listed as defendants in both suits are a who’s who of South Florida-based yacht brokers, including Denison Yacht Sales, MarineMax Inc., Galati Yacht Sales Inc., Allied Marine Inc., Tournament Yacht Sales LLC and Northrop & Johnson Yacht Ships, among others.

Nearly all of the defendants are headquartered in South Florida.

The most recent suit, filed on March 22, proposes a class of plaintiffs that includes anyone who listed vessels on certain Multiple Listing Services using a listing agent or broker affiliated with one of the defendants and paid a buyer’s broker commission since March 22, 2020.

The lead plaintiff in the lawsuit is Kip Lamar Snell, identified as an Alabama resident. Snell entered into an agreement with Galati to sell a 41-foot Express Cruiser Sea Ray in July 2020 and ended up paying a $12,000 commission on the $120,000 sale price, the suit states. The lawsuit lists as defendants 15 brokers and six organizations that promote the yacht trade or operate Multiple Listing Services.

That lawsuit follows one filed on Feb. 29 that proposes a class of plaintiffs that includes anyone who paid a commission to a listing broker affiliated with the defendants since Feb. 19, 2020. It lists as defendants 11 brokers and five organizations that promote the yacht trade or operate Multiple Listing Services.

The lead plaintiff in that suit is Ya Mon Expeditions, a Wyoming company that paid a “substantial broker commission” when it sold a vessel in January 2023 while represented by Tournament Yacht Sales of Tequesta.

The most recent complaint accuses the trade associations of colluding with brokers to “enforce an anticompetitive restraint that requires (sellers of pre-owned yachts and boats) to pay a brokerage fee to the buyer’s broker and a total aggregate commission fee that is inflated as a condition for selling their yachts.”

The complaint states the typical commission is 10% and is shared between the seller’s broker and the buyer’s broker under terms spelled out in Central Listing Agreements provided by the brokers associations, including the International Yacht Brokers Association and the Yacht Brokers Association of America.

Only boat brokers are able to list boats and yachts on such Multiple Listing Services as YachtWorld.com, BoatTrader.com and Boats.com, and the Multiple Listing Services will not accept listings from owners who want to sell their vessels themselves, the lawsuit states.

Yacht owners are “severely disadvantaged” if they do not list their boats for sale on the listing services, while buyers suffer because their brokers are “financially incentivized” to show boats that will earn them standard “and inflated” commission rates of 4% to 5% through co-brokerage transactions, the complaint states.

None of the defendants contacted for this story responded to a request for comment, and no response has been filed yet in either case.

Robert Allen Jr., whose Miami-based law firm Robert Allen Law represents the International Yacht Brokers Association, did not respond to emails or return a phone call.

A woman who answered the phone at the International Yacht Brokers Association said, “We have no comment on that,” and hung up after a reporter asked for her name.

Of six brokers contacted for comment about the lawsuits, only Tournament Yacht Sales responded to emails. “No comment,” the company’s response stated.

Overall commissions have increased faster than the rate of inflation in recent years as the price of larger boats and yachts have increased, according to the lawsuit that lists Snell as lead plaintiff.

The result is that boat owners pay “hundreds of millions of dollars” in inflated commissions each year, the suit alleges.

Both lawsuits allege violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act that are upheld by “brokers who should be competing with one another but, instead, cooperate with each other to the detriment of pre-owned boat sellers.”

Some brokerages represent both buyers and sellers and retain the entire 10% commissions, the suits state.

The trade associations enforce rules requiring brokers to offer their boats through a listing service and to share commissions, the suits state, adding that they can impose significant penalties on members who do not comply with their rules.

Yacht purchasers are disadvantaged by the current system, the lawsuit alleges, because their agents would otherwise negotiate for their business by decreasing their commission rates.

But buyer brokers’ commissions have remained constant despite their diminishing role, the suits state. Many buyers today find boats they are interested in purchasing through online searches and enlist the services of a buyer’s broker only after identifying the yacht they want to buy, the suits claim.

The lawsuits seek an order declaring the commission structure to be illegal, a permanent injunction outlawing what they describe as anticompetitive conduct, plus damages and/or restitution, pre- and post-judgment interest, and attorneys’ fees.

Paul Geller, an attorney for one of two law firms representing the class that includes Snell, acknowledged “parallels between the allegations relating to commissions in the real estate and yacht markets.”

In the real estate matter, the National Association of Realtors on March 15 agreed to a $418 million proposed settlement that would free home sellers from paying commissions to brokers for both sellers and buyers.

After a jury ruled for the plaintiffs in the case against the National Association of Realtors in October, numerous lawsuits were filed across the country with similar allegations, including one in December against the Florida Association of Realtors and 16 brokerages.

“At bottom, the goals of (the suit against the yacht brokers) are similar: protecting consumers by challenging what we allege to be anti-competitive conduct,” Geller said by email. “We believe in the universal truth that consumers benefit by increased transparency and the competitive pricing that results from negotiated terms, including commissions.”

Geller is a partner at Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, which specializes in securities litigation on behalf of investors. The firm has offices in 10 cities, including Boca Raton.

Ron Hurtibise covers business and consumer issues for the South Florida Sun Sentinel. He can be reached by phone at 954-356-4071, on Twitter @ronhurtibise or by email at [email protected].

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UConn ends Northwestern’s NCAA Tournament run, Boo Buie’s career with Wildcats

Buie finished with nine points, shooting 2-for-15 from the field and going 5-for-5 from the free-throw line..

Connecticut’s Donovan Clingan blocks a shot by Northwestern’s Boo Buie during the first half Sunday in New York.

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NEW YORK — Tears welled in the eyes of Northwestern coach Chris Collins as he made a call he had been dreading.

For five years, point guard Boo Buie worked to bring the Wildcats into relevance. And as Collins called his name with just more than a minute left in ninth-seeded NU’s game Sunday against top-seeded UConn in the second round in the East Region of the NCAA Tournament , it marked the end of the line.

There was just one more message Collins had for Buie in the Wildcats’ 75-58 loss to the defending champion Huskies.

‘‘He told me, ‘Thank you,’ ’’ Buie said. ‘‘He told me how fun it was to coach me. We talked about the things that we’ve built over the last couple of years and how proud of each other we are.’’

The two stood locked in an embrace in front of NU’s bench for what seemed like an eternity. When they finally let go of each other, Buie made his way down the bench, passing out hugs along the way.

Legend. Forever. 💜 pic.twitter.com/0QqmUxpMQY — Northwestern Basketball (@NUMensBball) March 25, 2024

‘‘I’m thankful for him,’’ an emotional Collins said through tears. ‘‘He’s set the standard. He’s the GOAT for our program for what he’s done, not only with the records and his legacy as a winner but the credibility he’s helped give our program.’’

Collins was hoping he had a couple of more games left with Buie, but UConn was a steamroller that couldn’t be stopped. It took little time for the Huskies to get humming like a well-oiled machine at the Barclays Center.

That’s how coach Dan Hurley’s team operates, like a brand-new car with a fresh tank of gas. All it needs is someone to start it up.

On Sunday, it was guard Tristen Newton who got his team going with a transition layup off a defensive rebound from 7-2 center Donovan Clingan. The Wildcats (22-12) ‘‘emptied the tank’’ but couldn’t keep up.

Collins said it himself the day before: NU would have to execute to near perfection even to have a chance. But there was no perfection to be found against the Huskies (33-3).

‘‘They have all the ingredients to win another championship,’’ Collins said.

Hopefuls might say the presences of center Matthew Nicholson (right foot) and guard Ty Berry (left knee) would have made a difference, but the reality is that it’s unlikely either would have made a significant impact on the outcome.

Newton finished with 20 points and 10 assists, and Clingan dominated inside with 14 points, 14 rebounds and eight blocks.

UConn picked up Buie full court throughout the game. The Huskies fought over screens, making it so that even a piece of paper might have had trouble getting in between them and Buie.

Indeed, Buie’s first field goal of the game didn’t come until halfway through the second half. He finished with nine points, shooting 2-for-15 from the field and going 5-for-5 from the free-throw line.

Still, in his final game for the Wildcats, Buie’s effort never wavered. Even with his team trailing by more than 15 points for the entire second half, he never slowed. He was fouled while making a driving layup with about five minutes left, and his free throw cut NU’s deficit to 16.

The Wildcats never got closer, however.

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We were vacationing in Moscow, and spur of the moment decided to try to see if we could get the Sapsan train to St. Petersburg for an overnight. I had last been there when it was called Leningrad in the 1970's, and my husband had never been. . .

We checked in, downed our "welcome" drink and left our suitcase, and ran back out after finding out the best Metro (Admiralteyskaya) for the museum. The day we got there was a Thursday- the first Thursday of the month - so it was free to get in the Hermitage, and we had to wait on line for a bit (mostly locals, young couples and families going in). We finally entered about noon. The temperature had gone up to 43 F, the day was wonderful- we certainly hadn't minded standing in the unexpected sun.

The Hermitage was everything I remembered - beautiful. I've always wanted to come back. My husband and I wandered from one room to another, one floor to another, following our map until I'm pretty sure in those six hours we had done a very quick round of most everything there was to see. The architecture, the inlaid floors, the exhibits - even the exhibit cases - it was all amazing. We went out and took a walk on the Neva before the sun set (not something we Californians get to do too often) and then headed back on the Metro to our room.

The dinner at the hotel was very good, and the room itself was incredibly comfortable. We debated whether to try to get out to the Catherine Palace the next morning (we only had half a day) and emailed one tourguide, but they weren't able to accommodate our late request (we have something for the next trip!). The next morning we caught the hotel shuttle to the Palace Square and wandered down to Nevsky Prospekt, past the Kazan Cathedral and to The Savior on Spilled Blood. It was another beautiful day. There were hardly any tourists around, not many people at all- and I felt as though we were incredibly lucky to have such mild weather in early March.

We went back to Moskovsky station and caught the 15:10 train back to Moscow for Friday evening rush hour. So very glad we made the quick journey!

Thanks for the TR - so it can be done bottom line. Too bad you missed Catherine's palace but something had to be sacrificed given your tight sked.

Yes, you were very lucky, this March is incredibly warm ) A halfday might be not enough for a visit to Pushkin given your departure time, so you've done your best of your time on the second day here. How did you like the Sapsan train?

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