Speaking at the company's three-day exclusive preview event at the Almouj Marina at Al Mouj Muscat Erwin Bamps CEO of Gulf Craft said this increased desire to spend quality time on water mirrors regional trends in which comfort space and the capacity to entertain are becoming a priority for existing and prospective owners.

'Oman has always had a strong affinity with the sea but what we are witnessing today is evolving aspirations' Bamps said. 'The country's devoted sea travellers are looking for more than just a quick fishing trip along the coastline. They recognise the promise of on-water living and they want to share that extraordinary experience with others.

'This combined with the country's deeply-rooted passion for boating its ongoing waterfront development and beautiful scenery makes the sultanate a favourable market for luxury sea travel' added Bamps.

'However this does not mean everyone is looking for the same experience' he said adding 'Although we have noticed this emerging trend we understand that our discerning Omani clientele have diverse needs and requirements and that is why each innovation in our wide range of semi-custom craft offers a distinct cruising experience.'

Wayne Shepherd general manager Mourjan Marinas said 'The award-winning five-star state-of-the-art facilities of Almouj Marina are the perfect showcase for this outstanding premium event reflecting and radiating the exclusive luxury lifestyle it epitomises.'

Among the yachts and boats on display at Gulf Craft's Exclusive Preview event were the award-winning superyacht the Majesty 135 and the stunning Majesty 105. These 'floating palaces' combine sophisticated technology with opulent design for a truly royal cruising experience.

Characterised by its ability to maximise both space and natural light from the inside and out the Majesty 135 offers a roomy and bespoke interior that emanates luxury from the vanity table tops made from premium quality marble to the lustrous silver leaf ceilings in the main saloon and the owner's stateroom.

The novelty features onboard this superyacht are abundant stretching from the use of state-of-the-art technology and environmentally friendly equipment to advanced entertainment systems and ample lounging areas.

With an elegantly designed main saloon and an extensive dining area the Majesty 105 offers breathtaking surrounding views through its panoramic windows. Spacious outdoor entertaining and lounging areas including a large aft deck and a spacious hard-topped sun deck make the Majesty 105 the perfect superyacht for those who enjoy spending time admiring the coast while island-hopping or for holidaymakers looking to catch all the action moored alongside the waterfront.

And with five en-suites that accommodate up to ten guests and two crew cabins passengers staying on board the Majesty 105 are sure to experience a comfortable journey. The impressive display at the event also included the innovative shipyard's recently-launched Nomad Yachts collection a series of powerfully engineered loft-style yachts built for avid explorers as well as its range of silvercraft fishing boats and family cruisers and Oryx sport cruisers. All of Gulf Craft's semi-custom yachts and boats are built in the UAE-based manufacturer's state-of-the-art shipyard cementing the Middle East's presence as a global player in the leisure marine sector and the region's position as a recognised hub for the production of world-class craft. The preview event concluded on Saturday.