The Lost Island of Ferdinandea

ferdinandea-island-1An oil painting depicting the HMS Melville, of the Royal Navy, off the volcanic Ferdinandea Island or Graham Island, 1831. Photo credit: National Maritime Museum

Once upon a time, in the waters not far off the coast of Sicily, there was an island called Ferdinandea. Continue reading

Regina Sailing Yacht

Featured in the James Bond film Skyfall, the Regina Sailing Yacht is the rare piece of film memorabilia you can actually use. It’s over 180 feet long and 30 feet wide, with room for up to 12 passengers spread across six staterooms that are finished with mahogany and marble. Continue reading