Tag Archives: Malcolm Forbes

Think it’s great to hang around rich guys? The perks come with pricks

Posted on December 28, 2022 by Naomi

I’ve told you about Malcolm Forbes’s boat, The Highlander. I have a few more weird big boat trips to report on. But sailing on a very rich man’s big boat is not an unadulterated joy; the lower-middle-class invitée can’t choose … Continue reading →

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My first sail on a Big Boat

Posted on October 14, 2022 by Naomi

My first big boat trip is somewhat hazy to me. I’d just started working at Forbes and Malcolm decided I should go on The Highlander IV. It was an evening cruise to nowhere in particular for a purpose I don’t … Continue reading →

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Once upon a time I sailed on Big Boats

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Naomi

I’m sure you remember our little discussion about Big Boats and their infantile owners. No? OK, here is the link. Before the craze among zillionaires for buying bigger and bigger boats, I worked for Malcolm Forbes who was, I suggest, … Continue reading →

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