Below Deck has officially returned for Season 13, which premiered with its first episode on October 12, 2026, with a new charter yacht taking center stage.
This season, the crew is working aboard a new yacht for the franchise, luxury yacht charter AZUL V.
After the last three seasons featuring yacht rental ST DAVID, the change for the Below Deck lineup brings a different yacht for viewers to explore, with AZUL V's expansive outdoor areas and classic Italian interiors providing a captivating new backdrop for the charter season.
Set around Phuket, Thailand, Season 13 follows Captain Kerry Titheradge and his crew as they navigate demanding charter guests, onboard responsibilities, and the pressures of working together in close quarters.
Alongside Captain Kerry, familiar faces include Chief Stew Fraser Olender and Second Stew Rainbeau de Roos.
The new arrivals include chef Moe Vilomar, bosun Alex Wright, deckhands James Bishop, Matthew Fitzpatrick-Buck and Jessenia Stidger, and stews Kaylee Brown and Rosa Simms-Preston. With new personalities joining the returning crew, the season follows the team as they work to deliver the service expected on a Thailand yacht charter.
Spending the last few seasons in the Caribbean, including destinations like St Lucia in Season 10, Grenada in Season 11, plus Anguilla and St Barts in Season 12, Season 13 of Below Deck returns to South East Asia and the stunning limestone formations surrounding Phuket.
Last seen in this region in Season 7, viewers of the new series will see beautiful natural landscapes and some of the most highly sought-after locations of charter itineraries in Thailand.
Based out of Ao Po Grand Marina, AZUL V and the Below Deck crew will spend this season escorting guests to highlight destinations such as the vicinity of the highly exclusive Koh Rang Noi, to the truly captivating Phang Nga Bay, and the Phi Phi Islands.
No stranger to the big screen, Season 13's charter yacht AZUL V hit screens in 2025 on the TV show Tempting Fortune, but 2026 marks her first-ever appearance as a Below Deck charter yacht. Enjoying multiple successful charter seasons, she has proven herself time and time again, boasting exquisite amenities and the flair to show guests how to make the most of their charter experience.
Join Chief Stew Fraser for a walkaround tour of the yacht as YachtCharterFleet takes a closer look at the new Below Deck inductee.
Built by Italian shipyard CRN Yachts in 1996 and refitted in 2015, AZUL V is a tri-deck motor yacht with a layout who places a strong emphasis on outdoor living.
Her multiple deck levels give guests different spaces for dining, relaxing, and enjoying the surrounding coastline, while the sundeck is a focal point for time spent outside.
The sundeck features a well-appointed Jacuzzi and swim-up bar, creating a social space for guests to unwind between excursions.
On the bridge deck, an alfresco dining setup offers another place to gather for meals, with open-air views of the cruising grounds. These areas give AZUL V a variety of settings for entertaining and relaxing throughout a yacht charter in South East Asia.
AZUL V is more than ready to entertain her guests on the waves with a great collection of water toys for those looking to spend time on the water around Thailand and Phuket.
Two WaveRunners provide a way to explore the coastline at speed, while waterskis and wakeboards offer more active options for guests who want to try watersports during their voyage.
For a slower pace, two two-person kayaks allow guests to explore sheltered waters, while snorkeling equipment can be used to experience the marine environment.
The inventory also includes towable doughnuts, a six-person banana, an inflatable trampoline, and beach games, giving the crew and Below Deck team a range of options to organize activities around the conditions and guest preferences.
Two Seadoo scooters provide another way to explore in the water, while two mountain bikes offer an option for time ashore. Motor yacht charter AZUL V also carries two tenders, including a 7m (23') RIB, for transfers and excursions away from the yacht.
Inside, AZUL V has a classic Italian interior styled by French designer Zuretti. Her interior spaces offer an alternative to the contemporary styling found aboard many newer charter yachts, with separate areas for dining, socializing and relaxing indoors.
The main interior living spaces complement the yacht's outdoor decks, giving guests a place to retreat from the heat or spend time together away from the water.
Air conditioning and Wi-Fi are available onboard, while a gym allows guests to maintain their fitness routines during a charter vacation in Asia.
An outstanding tri-deck from CRN, luxury yacht AZUL V has an exceptional charter record thanks to her expansive deck spaces and stylish living areas
Accommodation on board yacht rental AZUL V welcomes up to 11 guests across six cabins, comprising a master suite, a VIP cabin, a double cabin, two twin cabins, and a single cabin.
The arrangement offers flexibility for a mix of couples, families, and groups traveling together.
The full-beam master suite is particularly spacious, incorporating a private study and dressing room, as well as separate his-and-hers bathroom facilities. The cabin configuration gives guests a range of sleeping arrangements, while a crew of up to 11 is on hand to support the charter experience.
With her generous deck spaces, Jacuzzi, water toys and classic interior styling, AZUL V brings a different onboard setting to Below Deck Season 13. Outside the show, the yacht is available for charter in Southeast Asia, offering guests the opportunity to explore the region aboard the same yacht featured on screen.
Travel in style for your next charter vacation with a luxury yacht who's appeal is about to skyrocket. Get ahead of the crowd and secure your booking with a Below Deck star.
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