The Logbook Mala Yachts Journal

Syed
Hishaam

Writes about boats. Mostly on boats.

Hi, I’m Syed. I write the guides you read before you book: which route to take, when the light is best, what it really costs, and where to anchor so everyone gets the good photo.

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Syed Hishaam, Yacht Charter Content Specialist at Mala Yachts
Syed, probably at the marina
21guides &
counting
Dubai ⇄ Abu Dhabi

Ship’s log

Syed, in five lines

Experience
Too many sunsets to count
Home waters
Dubai · Abu Dhabi
Favourite route
Marina to Atlantis on the Azimuth 45ft
Writes about
Routes, prices, parties, seasons
Official role
Writer and crew-question asker

About the author

Hello from the deck

Syed spends his days between the marina and the laptop. He sits in on route planning, asks the crew too many questions, and turns what he learns into guides for birthdays, proposals, team days out and dinner cruises.

If he gives you a price, it is today’s price (check it yourself on the yacht cost calculator). And if something changes at the marina, the guide gets updated.

If I tell you sunset past Atlantis is worth it, I’ve been on that boat.

— Syed

Featured

(Syed’s picks)
Group of friends enjoying a yacht party on turquoise waters with a scenic green island in the background
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Yacht Party Planning in Dubai: Expert Guide 2026

How to Plan The Best Yacht Party in Dubai in 2026? Many first-time yacht party planners in Dubai make mistakes by not planning properly. Start by…

Updated 23 Oct 2026
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Private Yacht vs Dhow Cruise in Dubai — Which One Is The Best Choice for You?

Updated 23 Oct 2026
Corporate Events
Corporate Blog

Corporate Events on Yachts in Dubai: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated 23 Oct 2026

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Top 5 Abu Dhabi F1 yacht charters

  If your looking for VIP experience, Abu Dhabi f1 yacht charter offers the ultimate environment for thrill-seekers dreaming…

Updated 23 Oct 2026

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Topics

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How we write

The house rules

  1. We’ve been on the boat

    Routes and timings come from charters we actually run (see the cruise map), and yacht details from our own fleet.

  2. Real prices only

    Every number comes from our current rate cards. No “from” prices that nobody pays.

  3. Kept fresh

    When prices, marina access or event dates change, the guide changes too, with the new date on top.

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