Celeb Gossip 2014! Start off the New Year with the style of a Celebrity aboard a luxury charter yacht!

Advertising mogul Charles Saatchi and his new partner, fashion guru Trinny Woodall were spied seeing in the New Year aboard a luxury charter yacht worth $25 million in the Caribbean! This celebrity couple, recently embroiled in a scandal with legendary chef Nigella Lawson, were caught sunning it up in the beautiful waters of exotic island Mustique in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Saatchi and Woodall turned down the invitation to Mick Jagger’s elusive New Year’s bash, attended by big names like Kate Moss and Bryan May, for the unrivalled decadence of a luxury yacht charter. Rumour has it that the glamorous couple opted to celebrate on board a 160ft super yacht not unlike the spectacular 188ft Abeking & Rasmussen DIAMOND A below, available for charter in the Caribbean now!

And who wouldn’t want to spend the holiday season aboard a gorgeous, stunning yacht amongst the warm turquoise seas and pristine sandy beaches of the Caribbean – it is simply too alluring to be ignored! We at Boatbookings offer a spectacular range of luxurious motor and sailing yachts for charter in the Caribbean alongside expert advise on boat choice, locations and itineraries to ensure your charter vacation is truly unforgettable!

For more information on Caribbean yacht charters, feel free to contact our or submit an enquiry here

Posted on January 3, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Your 2014 To-Do list from Boatbookings

The Boatbookings team would like to send everyone a very Happy New Year and best wishes for 2014! With so much to look forward to it’s never too early to be thinking about your holiday plans for the year. We’ve compiled a very simple list of things to ensure an unforgettable year of memories with family and friends.

1. Visit Sardinia!

Following a visit to Sardinia in 2013, Charles and Tom from our team cannot recommend it enough. Whether you’re looking to sail the beautiful east coast and experience the breathtaking National Park of La Maddalena, see the picturesque turquoise waters of Carloforte or enjoy the buzzing hot spot of Porto Cervo there’s something for you! If you’re stuck for where to see this summer, we guarantee Sardinia will provide you with an unforgettable charter holiday.

SAFRA is a sleek and sexy Azimut 86S, perfect for seeing Sardinia in style!

2. Book your Spring Break and Winter Vacations to get the top picks in the Caribbean!

With an ever-growing demand for yachts over the two busiest holiday periods in the Caribbean, the Boatbookings team recommend getting in early to gain access to the best yachts available. Whether you’re looking for a bareboat charter, crewed catamaran or luxury motor yacht someone on the team has the best knowledge and experience of cruising grounds and boats to help you fully experience the magic of this area.

There’s no better way to experience the Caribbean that by catamaran, and there’s no better catamaran than Lagoon 52 FREEDOM!

3. Try somewhere new!

Whether it be Thailand, the Maldives, Belize, Greece, Croatia or the beautiful Balearics we have someone who can help you organise the holiday of a lifetime. There really is no better way to see these beautiful locations than by water. From bareboat sailing vacations to luxury motor yacht charters we have the boat for you.

Contact us today, happy sailing awaits!

Posted on January 2, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Biggest News of 2013 – Delivery of 180 metre Super Yacht AZZAM

Literally the biggest news of 2013, AZZAM has changed the world of Luxury Super Yachts forever. With figures to the tune of 590 feet, £400 million and a rumoured crew of 50 she astounds on every level. AZZAM is about breaking records, competitive spirit and efficient design. Her owner, who is said to be a member of the Saudi Royal family commissioned esteemed builders Lurssen who executed the huge design in just over three years.

Delivered! The World’s Largest Super Yacht AZZAM at 180 metres

Her performance speaks for itself too – 180 metres, 94,000 horsepower, 1,000,000 litre fuel tank and a top speed said to be over 30 knots she’s truly awe-inspiring and game-changing in the yachting world. This sees Russian oil tycoon and football enthusiast Roman Abramovich’s ECLIPSE finally dwarfed at 164 metres.

Knocked off the top spot – ECLIPSE is now the second largest yacht by 16 metres

The interior is still shrouded with secrecy but French interior designer Christophe Leoni is thought to have been briefed to create a sophisticated and timeless interior. Features are also currently unconfirmed but AZZAM is fully expected to have the bullet proof master suite, submarine, rocket defence system and vast deck spaces including swimming pools and hot tubs.

Astounding – One year in design and three in the making, AZZAM has changed the world of super yachts forever.

AZZAM translates as ‘dedication’ in Arabic, and true dedication has been put in by AZZAM’s very proud but very discreet owner to create a truly magnificent ship.

Posted on December 29, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Yachting News: Heesen to build biggest yacht yet and she’s not slow either!

Here at Boatbookings.com, we’re always on the look out for new Super Yachts so the announcement of a new 70m Heesen has caught our attention!

Dutch yacht builders Heesen are renowned within the industry as one of the top Super Yacht builders, their principle motto is ‘The Performance of Luxury’, this has certainly been upheld within the plans for the new 70m Fast Displacement Super Yacht. This state of the art Super Yacht will be the largest to date in Heesen’s already highly prestigious fleet.

The majestic new Heesen 70m

The Owner has decided to appoint Espen Oeino International to design the exterior lines and Sinot Design for the yacht’s interiors.

Espen Oeino: “Espen Oeino International is delighted to collaborate with Heesen Yachts and Sinot Design on what will be Heesen’s largest yacht to date and our first joint project. EOI has put particular emphasis on respecting Heesen’s distinct external appearance whilst incorporating the client’s specific wishes into the design.”

Sanders Sinot: “Sinot Exclusive Yacht Design is privileged to be working with Heesen Yachts…we are looking forward to a wonderful collaboration. Sinot is working on the interior design with a collection of materials that are luxurious and refined, but at the same time will provide a relaxing environment”.

The stunning 65m Heesen, hardly the ‘little sister’ of the new 70m

This most impressive 70m yacht will accommodate 12 guests in 6 opulent staterooms. Most notable will be the huge 85m squared Owner’s suit to be located on the main deck complete with dressing room, spacious bathroom and study. Four further guest cabins will be located below deck, with the VIP cabin on the bridge deck boasting stunning views.

This incredible yacht will also feature a large aft deck infinity pool, beach club, elevator, touch and go helipad and gull winged doors for the tender garages – truly a yacht of the future! Staying true to the Heesen model, this yacht will defy the norm when it comes to Super Yacht performance; three main engines that will drive two wing propellers and a central booster water-jet that are expected to give a trial speed of over 30 knots – incredible for a yacht of this size!

Check out our selection of Heesen yachts to charter or enquire today directly with one of our experts here!

Posted on December 20, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Conquering New Mangusta Design

Mangusta have a new project up their sleeve. The latest member of their Oceano displacement line, designed by Alberto Mancini, will measure in at 42m and is absolutely stunning.

Mancini has tried to incorporate Mangusta’s identifying stylistic features into a 3 deck displacement yacht – the result is a modern and elegant boat whose proportions are expressed in a blend of smooth, cutting lines. Lavish features include an exquisite swimming pool with a continuous waterfall and glazed skylight on the bottom.

Painstaking care has been taken over the Mangusta Oceano 42?s lighting design. Natural light from the hatches will combine with the yacht’s steel, glass and glazed surfaces to create an air of minimalistic transparency, enhanced by the beach club skylight on the external decks.

Nothing has been spared in the design of this beautiful boat – for a full virtual tour play the video below.

Posted on December 13, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓