In January 2026, Richard Hadida, his wife Ali, and their two-year-old son Harry will embark on a complete circumnavigation onboard their Oyster 885 Lush as part of the Oyster World Rally 2026–27. For sixteen months, Lush will be their home as they cross oceans together and explore some of the most remote and remarkable destinations on the planet.
A circumnavigation shaped by the spirit of family, adventure and seizing the day. Richard, Ali and Harry will take on the Oyster World Rally together, living aboard 885 Lush as they sail around the world, across three major oceans and visit some of the world’s most stunning destinations. With Ali new to sailing and Harry still very young, the adventure ahead promises a new rhythm of living, with time and space to experience the world from a fresh perspective.
The Oyster World Rally is a fully supported circumnavigation that takes owners to some of the planet’s most remote and remarkable cruising grounds. For Richard, Owner and Chairman of Oyster Yachts, joining the Rally with his family is a chance to experience firsthand the adventure he has seen so many Oyster owners enjoy.
Over 16 months, Richard, Ali and Harry will cross oceans, explore untouched atolls and encounter extraordinary cultures, sailing in company with a fleet of other Oyster owners. Supported every step of the way by Oyster’s world-class Rally team, it is a journey defined by freedom, discovery and the quiet joy of exploring the world together under sail.
Oyster 885 Lush is a true ocean-going adventure machine. Powerful yet reassuringly stable, she delivers fast, comfortable passage making with the range, stowage and systems required for extended offshore cruising. Her thoughtful design, safe deck layout and luxury living spaces make her the perfect platform for exploring the world, giving the Richard, Ali and Harry the confidence to take on a full circumnavigation with complete peace of mind.
It's an incredible privilege to be able to do it, and I'm aware of that. It just so happens that the stars have aligned and we're able to do it and so by God, we're going to do it.
Richard Hadida
I'm going to be learning to sail and then by the end of the trip, I'm going to be responsible for watches and just feeling that I'm a contributor to a team.
