Sardinia Trip Report – Great Yachts and Itineraries for Summer 2014

The Boatbookings team have returned to the office today after an unforgettable trip, exploring Sardinia and inspecting yachts and crews for charter next year. We cannot recommend Sardinia’s coasts highly enough, they truly offer everything a charterer could ask for, whether you charter in the north or the south you are guaranteed to see beautiful unspoilt coastline and turquoise waters.

From the beautiful sights of Nora Beach on the south coast you will see stretches of golden beaches and island groups each with their own personality, perfect for anchoring your boat and enjoying the delicious Sardinian cuisine. Teulada is a beautifully quaint and quiet port boasting clear water as far as the eye can see and a great starting point for viewing the breathtaking beaches of Carloforte.

The north also gives you plenty of options of places to see and do, from the hustle and bustle of trendy Porto Cervo to the quaint alpine village of Cannigione. There you will see flat water resembling a tranquil lake and a sharp contrast between precarious rock formations and colourful coastal towns.

We couldn’t fault Sardinia, and we can’t wait to help you organise your charters there! Contact us, and look out for upcoming blogs on our favourite boats.christmas inflatables

Posted on October 11, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter IMPULSE in the Mediterranean for Summer 2014!

The European Summer is sadly beginning to come to an end and Autumn is just around the corner…but it’s never too soon to start thinking about your charter for next Summer! IMPULSE, a gorgeous Sunseeker 90, has enjoyed yet another successful charter season in the Mediterranean with our clients enjoying her huge deck spaces with the highlight being her unique flybridge equipped with a beautiful jacuzzi. Her interior spaces are just as impressive as her exterior ones, 4 comfortable cabins mean that 8 guests can sleep comfortably on board in 2 doubles and 2 twins, one of which can be converted into a double, this flexibility makes her perfect for family groups, or friends. For active guests, or maybe energetic teenagers, IMPULSE has enough water toys on board to keep everyone busy, donuts, water skis and wake board to name a few! Enquire now with the Boatbookings team about your Mediterranean charter for summer 2014.

Posted on October 3, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

AUSTRALIS – a Boatbookings favourite from Monaco Yacht Show

Many boats stood out this year as a charterer’s dream, but our visit to AUSTRALIS was one that stood out from the crowd. Resting at anchor outside Port Hercule, she looked at home among even the largest of super yachts. This Oceanfast 48 was originally released in 2010, and following a thorough contemporary re-fit in January she was introduced to the Mediterranean charter market in Summer 2013. She’ll be spending this winter in SE Asia and will be available for charter in the Maldives and Thailand.

The re-fit has provided the boat with a wonderfully warm and inviting interior, with a comfortable but contemporary edge. She also has a whole new inventory of equipment, toys, linens and water-sports. Her all-new crew, including experienced and relaxed British captain Mark provide the perfect charter boat for families looking to relax whilst remaining active! The British chef lived and worked in Italy for 10 years meaning she provides authentic Mediterranean cuisine but can cater for all tastes. Perfect for winter charters in SE Asia and next summer in Mediterranean. Contact us for more information.

Posted on October 2, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The best of the best at Cannes Boat Show – Day 2

Friday at the Cannes Boat Show was another exciting day meeting with our great industry partners and checking out great boats currently on the charter market! The day began being whisked out by tender to visit two sublime luxury motor yachts based on the French and Italian Rivieras, safe to say we were not disappointed. First on the list was VANQUISH, a stunning and extensively refitted Palmer Johnson 120. On approach to this absolutely stunning yacht we noticed how she stood out from all others in the bay of Cannes with her flawless cream hull and distinctive Palmer Johnson lines. On embarkation everything only improved, we were welcomed warmly by the captain who is both enthusiastic about the boat and making sure everyone on it has a great charter experience! The international crew on this boat speak over 6 languages between them, meaning they can accommodate guests of all nationalities. VANQUISH continued to impress with three light, spacious, modern and luxurious double cabins and fully convertible en-suite pullman cabin. As well as this, she has a massive range of water toys including a large twin engined tender, sea doos, water skis, diving equipment, wakeboard, fishing gear, inflatable pool and a whole range of towable toys too! We left this gorgeous boat wondering what was missing… and realised it really does have everything!

Next was the completely different but equally mesmerising ABILITY, an eye-catching monochrome Mangusta 130. We were again warmly welcomed by a fantastic crew and a wonderful range of refreshing drinks before being shown the stunning, luxurious interior of this performance cruiser. The saloon was sexy and exciting with its range of black and white furnishings, heading downstairs the boat becomes warm and woody with a full-beam master cabin and 3 spacious guest cabins. Outside we were shown the huge foredeck, full of flexible outside areas to soak up the sun and enjoy this fantastic boat. The excitement isn’t just on the eyes, this sporty motor yacht has a cruising speed of 28 knots! We’ve only had fantastic responses from charterers onboard ABILITY, her reputation on the French Riviera means berths in the hottest parts of the coast are not a problem. Perfect for the image-conscious getaway!

The Cannes Boat Show is drawing to a close this weekend, but this year has been another resounding success, showing why Cannes is truly a hub of yachting excellence!

Posted on September 15, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Opposites attract at the Cannes Boat Show!

The Festival de la Plaisance or Cannes Boat show is now in full swing, the Boatbookings team have been checking out all that the show has to offer. The highlight of Thursday morning was going on board and being showed around KOJI, a striking 34m Leopard, she is utterly unique and finished beautifully throughout. KOJI feels, modern spacious and exotic, her three cabins are luxurious and there is even a large cinema room on board! The fore and aft deck spaces make relaxing and socialising effortless and enjoyable, both deck spaces can be shaded if the sun gets too strong!

The last appointment of the day was a drinks party on board the beautiful sailing yacht NORTHERN SPIRIT, berthed at Port Canto for the duration of the show. A speciality cocktail made by the crew was the perfect way to end the day. We were lucky enough to be shown around NORTHERN SPIRIT by the Captain Richard, needless to say we all fell in love with the elegance and charm of this majestic sailing yacht. As we chatted with other guests and the brilliant crew, we sipped our cocktails and watched the sun go down over the bay of Cannes. NORTHERN SPIRIT couldn’t be more different than KOJI, but we realised that there is something unique and truly special about sailing yachts. Either KOJI or NORTHERN SPIRIT would be perfect for families or friends looking to book luxury yacht charter vacations in the Mediterranean . With only a couple more days to go we are heading back out to discover some more stand out yachts from the show, stay tuned!

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