
Awkward Etiquette: Old Money & New Manners
Yachts, Part 1: Tradition, Style, and Etiquette on the High Seas
02 Sep 2024
In this episode of Awkward Etiquette with Kiki Astor, we're pulling back the velvet rope to reveal the hidden world of yachting—the ultimate symbol of wealth and power. Join your Auntie Kiki, your trusted guide through the nuances of high society, as she uncovers thehistory of recreational yachting, spills the secrets behind yacht naming conventions, and explains the not so subtle, very telling differences between old money and new money vessels. She'll even tell you where to go: which destinations are safe harbors, and which tacky ports of call are to be avoided at all costs. Whether you're charting a course to the most elite yachting destinations or simply want to avoid a social faux pas on the high seas, this episode is your ticket to navigating these waters with confidence. And remember, as the author of Low Season in St Tropez, Kiki knows a thing or two about the high stakes of yacht life—after all, her heroine designs them for a living. Don’t miss out on the first of this two-part series that’s as rich in history as it is in intrigue.
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