Next time you think of chartering in the Caribbean, think of gorgeous St Lucia

St Lucia… An island in the middle of the Caribbean that easily merits a place as one of Earth`s most beautiful spots. Dazzling sandy beaches are juxtaposed with lush, tropical rainforest. The island’s iconic Pitons, a pair of extinct volcanoes, stick out from the ground like two exotic cathedral spires. Pristine blue waters team with marine life, from turtles to tropical fish and everything in between.

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St Lucia stands apart from the rest of the Caribbean islands thanks to its varied landscape and diverse culture and cuisine, which is distinguished by African, Indian, Caribbean, British, Spanish and French influences. Where else can you wake up to a symphony of birds and drive through a volcano? You can explore everything from the Piton Mountains and rainforest to the Sulphur Springs of Soufriere and the Caribbean coral reef on this 238 square-mile island in paradise.

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For a luxury yacht charter in St Lucia, then check out CARIBBEAN BREEZES – a 3 cabin Fountain Pajot Lavezzi 40 catamaran whose superior handling, exceptional seaworthiness and cruising comfort, combine with a spacious interior, large decks, a gourmet kitchen, to create a high quality sailing experience for all those all who love to sail.

Sold? Please see our St Lucia charter yachts and begin dreaming!

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. Cannigione, Sardinia

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.

La Maddalena, Sardinia

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.

Capo d'Orso, Sardinia

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

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.

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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. AUSTRALIS1AUSTRALIS2

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. AUSTRALIS3A4Contact us for more information.

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. VANQUISH_main_1First 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!

ABILITY_main_1 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!