Eighteen Lagoons gathered on February 23rd for the inaugural Summer Lagoon Escapade at Marmong Point Marina – the perfect location for boating, water sports, or simply enjoying the tranquil setting....
Real boat stories
Inspiring yacht journeys from our community and our team
Every boat story shared on this page is a window into the lives of real TMG Yachts owners or behind the scenes in what it’s like to work at TMG Yachts. These are tales of adventure, family cruising, European delivery journeys, and life aboard Lagoon Catamarans and PRESTIGE Yachts.
Whether you’re looking for inspiration or practical insight, each boat story gives a personal, unfiltered look at what it’s like to live and travel by sea. These experiences reflect the diversity of our community, from liveaboards to weekend cruisers.
You’ll also find detailed yacht stories covering challenges, milestones, and unforgettable moments. Let these honest accounts help you envision your own life on the water.
INSPIRING AND FUN STORIES
Why He Keeps Coming Back to Lagoon – Is this the best Lagoon 450 ever? – John and Mariet
John and Mariet are no strangers to the Lagoon community. With three Lagoons under their belt and decades of sailing experience, they’ve developed a deep appreciation for what sets these catamarans apart. Their latest love, Themis, a meticulously upg...
A Dream Delivered – Taking Delivery in France with TMG Yachts – Lara and Aaron
For the Jones family, picking up their brand-new yacht in Les Sables-d’Olonne marked the beginning of a long-dreamed-of adventure. Thanks to TMG Yachts, what could have been a daunting overseas handover became a joyful, seamless experience that excee...
These owners love their Lagoon for more R&R – Paul and Kathy
Paul Rogers and his partner Kathy lived full-time aboard their Lagoon 450, Moor R&R, cruising Australia’s east coast with their three cats and a growing community of fellow Lagoon owners. “Our Lagoon is supremely comfortable, we don’t even think of i...
Lagoon 450F Handover in Les Sables-d’Olonne
Ross Turner is the meticulous Commissioning Manager for The Multihull Group. At the end of May he spent an action packed couple of weeks in France. One of the objectives of his trip was to oversee the commissioning and handover of a brand new Lagoon ...
From Monohulls to Effortless Catamaran Cruising – They couldn’t resist the Lagoon 39 – Graeme and Linda
Graeme and Linda Hubbard weren’t planning to buy a boat, but when they stepped aboard the Lagoon 39, they were instantly sold. With its apartment-style layout, sweeping views, and easy handling, Zephyr offered everything they were looking for in a cr...
From Land to Lagoon: Why they traded a caravan for a 50ft Lagoon – Darren and Kristy
When caravanning didn’t quite fit the bill, Darren and Kristy Waters made a bold move, they sold up and bought a Lagoon 500. With three kids in tow and minimal sailing experience, they’ve embraced a new kind of freedom aboard Pacific High, their floa...
A Lifetime of Global Adventure – Don McIntyre
Don McIntyre, Global Adventurer and Explorer, Life in Tonga with his Lagoon 450, Golden Globe, Royal Yacht Club Nomuka. Don describes the boat as “perfect, fantastic, incredible”— this “is the most fun” and “living on-board is like an apartment on th...
The liveaboard life Lagoon style – Nick and Lyndy
For the Atkinson family, life aboard their Lagoon 400 Katsumi is more than just a lifestyle choice, it’s a commitment to freedom, learning and family connection. For the past six years, Nick and Lyndy and their daughters, have called their 40ft cata...
Paradise Found: A New Chapter Begins on the Lagoon 52F – John and Tania
When John and Tania Notaras took delivery of their brand-new Lagoon 52F Paradise, it marked a bold step into a new chapter of boating. Having only owned smaller fishing boats, this was their first serious leap into life aboard a luxury cruising catam...
Lagoon 42 modified for quadriplegic sailor – Cliff Clark
After a life-changing accident left him a quadriplegic, former Paralympian Clifford Clark didn’t slow down, instead, he set his sights on the sea. Starting with Sailability in Cairns and now proudly helming a custom-modified Lagoon 42, Cliff has tran...
Lagoon 560 has dream run for first 1,000nm in 2016 ARC
Lagoon 560 Bluewaft has had a dream run so far across the Atlantic Ocean in the 2016 ARC – Gran Canaria to St Lucia rally. Skippered by David Waterhouse under an Australian flag, Bluewaft reports that their first night at sea offered up 15 – 20knts f...