A Local’s Guide to Nassau, Paradise Island and the Bahamas

Do you like to combine world-class resorts with local culture and cuisine during your vacation? Have you been to Nassau and Paradise Island but felt guilty because you haven’t taken the opportunity to explore the surrounding area? After reading this blog, you will be inspired to take a little time out of your usual vacation to get a true taste of Bahamian life, including a trip to a famous conch stand, a popular beach bar and a stunning adventure to see some of the local marine life.

Atlantis

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Thanksgiving, Turkey and Malades Restaurant Bodrum

What’s your trick to preparing Turkey for Thanksgiving? All this talk about the celebratory bird has got us thinking about family celebrations, warmer climates and Turkey! The Turkish coastline boasts more than a thousand kilometres of shoreline, sharing the same crystal clear warm waters as popular neighbour Greece. With an abundance of history, archaeological sights and breathtaking views, the Turkish Riviera is a must visit during summer 2015!

Bella-Mare

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2014 BVI Charter Show Review and Restaurant Guide

Have you decided to take your family away to the British Virgin Islands but need inspiration on where to go while you’re there?
After inspecting more than 50 yachts during the 2014 BVI Charter Show, the only way to travel around the islands is in style aboard one of our top crewed catamarans. After extensive review, we are delighted to announce our Top 5 BVI charter yachts from this year’s show:

Aletheia

The Boatbookings Top 5 Crewed Catamarans

  1. Aletheia
  2. King’s Ransom
  3. Lady Katlo
  4. Alegria / Flow
  5. Miss Kirsty

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The 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Review

The day that you have all been waiting for has finally arrived! FLIBS 2014 was a complete success, combining innovation and technology with some of the most stunning yachts in the world. After extensively critiquing the very best crewed motor yachts available for charter in the world, the Boatbookings Brokerage team bring you some of their highlights from this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Whether it was helping raise awareness for breast cancer, taking refuge from the rain and meeting the outstanding crew on WATERSHED II, or being blown away by the incredible SWAN, the Boatbookings Team are even more inspired to help you plan your next charter!

Breakfast

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Boatbookings FLIBS Preview on TOUCAN TOO

Are you fortunate enough to be attending this year’s prestigious Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show? Spread over 7 locations and covering 3 million square feet of space, FLIBS 2014 promises to be bigger and better than ever! Even though the show does not start for another day, the Boatbookings Team were lucky to get a sneak preview of this year’s event while cruising the stunning water ways of Fort Lauderdale. If you’re looking for a fun day on the water out of Fort Lauderdale with family and friends, the 41’ power catamaran TOUCAN TOO would be the perfect yacht for you.

Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

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