2013 Finalists for the Showboats Design award!

Just last week, the finalists for the Exterior Design and Styling Award for Displacement Motor Yachts 30 -59.99m were released by Showboats Design award and what a selection they are!

They are the biggest and the best of this years crop of super yachts and are truly a sigh to behold. The 2013 finalists are Adastra, Arianna, 2Ladies, Aslec 4, Belle Anna and Rahil; all were years in the making and the culmination of thousands of hours of painstaking work by the top designers and engineers in the yachting industry. Here are some info and pictures on just two of these fabulous yachts!

ADASTRA has been described as everything from futuristic to an alien space ship! She sports accommodation for nine guests and up to six crew members. She has a maximum speed of 22.5 knots and range of 4,000 miles and comes complete with a sauna, a whirlpool, luxury kitchen and baths, and a spacious saloon with panoramic views. You can even control her using your Ipad from as far away as 50m. Astonishing!

ARIANNA (formerly 164041) is a 50m motor yacht, custom built in 2012 by Delta Marine. Her elegant exterior and interior styling are the work of Delta Design Group, who is also responsible for her engineering. She generated huge excitement in the build up to the 2012 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show and is already available for charter.

For more information on chartering the latest luxury yachts check out our site at www.boatbookings.com. We are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and the destination to make sure you have the best possible charter! Keep checking our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter and Google Plus for all the latest industry show releases, news and gossip in the yachting world.

Posted on March 19, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Guide to Belize: The Natural Beauty of Ambergris Caye on your Luxury Catamaran Charter

This blog follows on from our guides to Placencia and Caye Caulker on your luxury catamaran charter yacht in the stunning destination of Belize. Belize has so much to offer everyone, whether you are looking for the world’s finest diving, historical Mayan landmarks or simply a vacation for relaxation and enjoying great food. Belize is graced with the worlds best waters and a favorable climate all year round.

Ambergris Caye is found between Belize City and Mexico and is a very popular destination, thanks to its vibrant local culture, the buzzing town of San Pedro, as well as being able to provide visitors the opportunity to spend the morning in the jungle and the evening on the water. The northern part of the island is home to luxury retreats, pristine white sandy beaches and a very peaceful lifestyle. We would definitely recommend visiting this part of the island on your luxury catamaran charter from Belize City and then heading south towards Caye Caulker and Goff’s Caye. Spend your first day or two exploring all that this part of Ambergris Caye has to offer and make the most of being able to dive. You are bound to see a great variety amazing fish, as well as lionfish and nurse sharks. If you fancy coming to land, take your yachts tender to the wonderful Rojo Lounge, where you will find a very laid back and relaxed beach club with wonderful food and cocktails. We would recommend getting a few plates between your group to share. The restaurant serves fresh, seasonal and local produce in a combination of styles to great effect. Whatever you try on the menu will be sensational!

If you fancy something a little livelier after a restful day on the north side of the island, you should head down to San Pedro for the sunset. Sunset Bar is the best place to see the sunset, especially on a very clear day when the sun reflects magnificently off the crystal clear waters. El Fogón is one of the islands best places to sample local cuisine, including conch fritters, freshly grilled fish, lobster and shrimp. The Key Lime pie is outstanding! After a lovely meal, you should check out Fido’s and dance the night away to the live band. No matter what night of the week it is, you are bound to have a great night!

After our recent visit to Belize, we are extremely excited to share our experiences with our clients and want you to have the same wonderful experience as we did. Catch a flight into Belize City and board your very own luxury catamaran to explore the islands and cayes. We would recommend the very sociable yacht INFINITY, a beautiful Voyage 50 crewed catamaran. Her entertaining spaces are great for groups of 6, but she can actually accommodate 8 guests. She has a wonderful crew, who are both fantastic sailors and incredible chefs

At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

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Posted on March 14, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Chartering a Luxury Yacht in the Charming Port of Saint-Florent, Corsica

Chartering a yacht in Saint-Florent is a superb destination for your summer vacation in the Mediterranean. Saint-Florent is a port town located in the northwest of Corsica. Originally a commercial fishing port, today it is a stunning yachting destination because of it’s architecture and monuments such as the citadel built in 1440.

Along the coast you will see some beautiful ancient towers like the towers of genoese and a bit further you will see some amazing bays with breathtaking long sandy beaches including Saleccia beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean sea. There is a beautiful contrast between the Corsican Maquis hills, the sea and the city of Saint-Florent.

If you charter a boat in Saint Florent, you can put it on anchor in the bay or negotiate a berth in the port. There are plenty of excellent local restaurants in the port, we recommend the restaurant in Hotel d’Europe.We also recommend a day trip to the port of Centuri to eat what some people call the best lobster of Corsica. If this is too far for you, you can go to one of the nearby bays and have swim in the beautiful sea, lay down and get a tan in the nice sandy beach or go snorkelling and discover the underwater world of Corsica.

For more information on Chartering a Yacht in Saint-Florent click here. At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Charter a Beautiful Sailboat Out Of Golfe Juan – Part II

Golfe Juan has an excellent harbour, which, as a start point for your charter, opens up a whole world of opportunities along the French Riviera. From here, you can reach Cannes, Monaco, St Tropez… The world is your oyster! For more information on Golfe Juan, please see our blog on her here.

The sailboats available in Golfe Juan are fantastic. We have a range of models for bareboat charter, which are all in immaculate condition. If you are a large group looking to charter, one of the best we can offer is the Hanse 470. We have both a 2007 and 2010 model, which can sleep up to 7 guests in 3 cabins. The interior is bright and airy, with plenty of light coming in, and with clean-cut and classy furnishings. Furthermore, as this model is longer, there is more deck space for any sun worshippers, so you can relax while sailing down the French coast. Starting from 2,500 € per week, a Hanse 470 is a great choice for a group of friends looking to sail the seas!

At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Posted on February 7, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter a Luxury Yacht For Corporate Charters on the French Riviera!

The Monaco Grand Prix is coming up in the next couple of months, and berths in Port Hercule are quickly disappearing. With this year’s race set to be as exciting and prestigious as past years, everyone wants to attend.

PASSIONATA is a fantastic event yacht, with ample deck space for all guests to enjoy and look onto the race track from.

Her interior is also a wonderful setting for all corporate events, providing formal dining space for guests, and plenty of living space for those all important meetings.

She also offers plenty of water toys, making her a great option for team building charters, as well as all corporate events.

Posted on February 1, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓