Mandalina Marina in Croatia Offers a 10% Discount for Luxury Megayachts

Mandalina Marina and Yacht Club, located in Sibenik, Croatia, is offering a special last minute discount for bookings of winter berths made from today through November 20, 2010. The berths will accommodate yachts measuring up to 300’ LOA with a 60-foot beam.

Mandalina Marina and Yacht Club is slated to become the country’s first superyacht full service marina. Construction is underway on the multi-million dollar project that is scheduled to be fully operational by next summer.

At present the marina features 350 in-water slips, 50 dry-dock berths and on-site conveniences, including restaurants and shops, for luxury yacht owners and crew. Future plans include complete repair and refit services and a five star resort hotel.

The historic town of Sibenik is a UNESCO protected heritage site and is a destination that features unique architecture, culture and cuisine. For nature buffs the town is located between two stunning national parks: Kornati archipelago and Krka waterfalls. The region is considered one of the most breathtakingly beautiful yachting destinations on the Adriatic coast.

Boatbookings.com has extensive destination information on Croatia and the Adriatic region. Here is an informative link to get you started: Croatia Yacht Charter

Posted on October 20, 2010 by admin — No Comments ↓

Heesen Yachts Build Contract for Luxury 65-Meter Concept Yacht

Heesen Yachts announces a signed contract for their latest new build concept, a 213-foot aluminum hull design scheduled for delivery in June 2013. Following positive results of tank tests completed at the Wolfson Unit in April 2010, Heesen launched the revolutionary 65-Meter concept during the Monaco Yacht Show in September, which resulted in attracting very enthusiastic future owners.

The construction of the 65-Meter Fast Displacement superyacht will start in mid-December 2010 at the Heesen shipyard in Oss, the Netherlands. The cutting-edge yacht is projected to attain a maximum speed of 27 knots, a remarkable achievement for a vessel of this size. The yacht features expanded exterior spaces including a voluminous pool and extended beach deck and accommodations for 12 guests and 13 crew.

LOA: 213.25’

Beam: 37.4’

Draft: 10.17’

Maximum speed: 27 knots

Minimum speed: 24 knots

Range at 14 knots: 4200 Nm

Engines: 2 x MTU 20V4000 M93L

Stabilizers: 5 x Seakeeper gyroscopes

Posted on October 20, 2010 by admin

Sailing Yacht ASIA: New Luxury Sailing Charter in the Andaman Sea

SY ASIA is a magnificent new luxury sailing yacht, brand new in Phuket, Thailand for the 2009 charter season, that specializes in adventure holidays, sailing cruises to remote destinations, and expedition charters.

The sailing yacht charters around the Andaman Sea from November to April each year, then travels to East Indonesia to offer sailing cruises to Bali, Komodo and Raja Ampat.

ASIA is a high performance sailing yacht, with spacious interiors, accommodations for 10 guests in five ensuite staterooms and an extremely knowledgeable crew. In fact, the skipper and owner of this charter yacht literally writes the cruising guides for remote destinations such as the Mergui Archipelago of Myanmar and the Andaman Islands of India!!

Charter yacht equipment includes tender, kayaks, snorkeling, fishing and a dive compressor. Of course, all cabins on this luxury sailing yacht have ensuite facilities and LCD TV’s.

SY ASIA is an ideal charter yacht for a family sailing cruise, with optional configurations of two guest suites from king to twin beds. The voluminous shaded cockpit comfortably seats 10 guests around twin dining tables for outdoor dining and relaxation.

This winter, SY ASIA will be based in the Andaman Sea that laps the shores of Myanmar, Thailand and Malaysia, and includes the cluster of 500 remote Andaman Islands known for superb snorkeling and diving. The gourmet cuisine onboard SY ASIA is based on fresh, locally available foods and relies on a variety of Thai, Indian and European recipes.

A luxury sailing yacht charter in the Andaman Sea has limitless possibilities for exploration above and below the waterline. There are hundreds of deserted islands, as well as exotic villages and coastal towns. There are lush jungles and pristine beaches, historic cultures and ancient tribes. A sailing cruise in these waters is truly the adventure of a lifetime.

Please view these links for more information: About Sailing Charter Yacht Asia, Mergui Archipelago Yacht Charter Guide and Phuket Yacht Charter Guide on Boatbookings website for information on this region.

Posted on October 15, 2010 by admin — 2 Comments ↓

Upbeat mood at the Annapolis Boat Show

The United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis has come to an end and the energy during the show was positive and upbeat.
We heard of one broker who sold 6 new boats! Charter demand was brisk for the BVI and other Caribbean destinations this winter. We also have added numerous fantastic new charter sailing yachts – both bareboat and crewed – to our every growing charter selection, in order to provide the best selection anywhere of sailing charter yachts in the USA, Caribbean and Bahamas.

Perhaps most importantly, in all of our conversations we never heard the “R Word” (recession) or mention of the “economic downturn”!

For complete updates and news of the Annapolis Boat Show, please feel free to contact our Sailing Specialist Meg Toppa in our Ft Lauderdale office.

Posted on October 13, 2010 by admin — No Comments ↓

New Launch Destined for Charter: Feadship Luxury Superyacht 206ft. LADY BRITT

After chartering for decades the Scandinavian Owner of LADY BRITT finally decided on a Feadship of his own. With his extensive charter experience in mind, the Owner worked closely with the De Vries yard and De Voogt Naval Architects on the general arrangement and Redman Whiteley Dixon for the interiors. The emphasis was to meet his personal and family requirements and to create a superlative charter vessel.

The overall arrangement on LADY BRITT is dedicated to addressing the requirements of the most discerning yacht charter clients. Six spacious guest suites are located on the lower deck, two of which can be converted into one full-beam VIP stateroom, allowing two principle charterers comparably spacious and well-appointed staterooms. The master suite includes separate his and hers bathrooms and dressing rooms and a private study.

The main deck lounge and dining room comfortably accommodate fourteen guests who will be well attended to by the crew of 17. Other notable features include a wellness spa, Finnish sauna with private ocean access, outdoor cinema and voluminous exterior social areas.

Interiors incorporate elements of Swedish modernism with a Manhattan urban flair. The overall presentation is eminently stylish yet with the warmth and intimacy of Scandinavian design.

We will continue to provide updates on LADY BRITT, a top yacht that is certain to be exceedingly popular when she makes her charter debut. Boatbookings.com has exceptional yachts available for charter on our website at: Super and Mega Luxury Yacht Charter

LOA: 206’8”

Beam: 37’1”

Draft: 11’6”

Fuel: 39,265 Gal.

Water: 10,165 Gal.

Engines: 2x MTU 16V4000 M61R

Posted on October 13, 2010 by admin