New Moorings 54.5 Reflects Trend Towards Larger Charter Yachts

CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a $21 million capital
investment in fleet additions through next year, The Moorings recently
announced plans to add a new flagship, the 5-cabin Moorings 54.5, to its
extensive range of luxury charter yachts. Available in 2010, the all-new 54.5
will be the fleet's largest monohull, representing an ongoing trend at The
Moorings towards larger, roomier yachts.

Lex Raas, President & CEO of The Moorings commented, "Our market research
indicates that today's charter enthusiast is seeking larger yachts with more
creature comforts. Our fleet additions through 2010 respond to this trend,
with both the new Moorings 54.5 and more Moorings 4600 catamarans entering the
fleet worldwide."

Representing the highest standards in semi-custom charter yachts that are
provided exclusively to The Moorings through a partnership with Beneteau, a
leading yacht manufacturer, the 54.5 has four double staterooms plus a crew's
quarters. Packed with features aimed at making sailing easier and more fun,
the 54.5 boasts a generator, air-conditioning, electric winches, bow thruster,
electric toilets, and an inverter. Dual helms provide superior visibility
while under way.

To meet increased demand for the comforts of home, the saloon of 54.5 yachts
features an entertainment center with a flat screen TV, DVD player, and MP3
connectivity. A large cockpit, spacious guest cabins, and superior sailing
performance make the Moorings 54.5 a standout.

"We believe the new 54.5 will be very popular among our guests," Raas added.
"Its introduction to the fleet is an indication of how we continue responding
to market trends in the charter industry."

Other popular monohull yachts with similar amenities include the 3-cabin
Moorings 43.3, which won the Special Purpose category as Cruising World's 2009
Boat of the Year, and the new 4-cabin Moorings 43.4.

For more information about The Moorings fleet, visit www.moorings.com

Editors Note: As the world's premier yacht charter company, The Moorings has
delivered unmatched quality, service and attention to detail since 1969.
Sail-it-yourself bareboat yachts, crewed yachts with captain and chef, and
power yacht charters are available. The Moorings is owned by TUI Travel, PLC,
one of the largest and most successful travel and tourism companies in the
world. Trust in TUI: Your vacation is in safe hands.

SOURCE The Moorings

Van Perry, Head of Marketing, North America, +1-727-437-5127,
vperry@mooringsnet.com