Update On New Couach 2600 Fly Luxury Charter Yacht

In South-Western France, in the Gujan-Mestras shipyard, a fantastic piece of manufacturing is taking place. The world renowned Chantier Naval Couach have released an update on their new build – a Couach 2600 Fly, and we think it looks extraordinary!

She's going to have a length of 26.5 metres, and a cruising speed of 22 knots (a top speed of 32 knots). Designs have been a collaboration of the in house team and Exequiel Cano-Lanza.

Full confirmed details are yet to be released, but the working specifications can be found below:

Overall Length (LOA) : 26.50 m
Beam : 6.30 m
Draft : 1.50 m
22 Kts Cruising Speed
32 Kts Max Speed
350 L/h Consumption
Zero Speed Stabilisers
4 Guest Cabins, 4 Crew Members
1 Tender, 1 Jet Ski

Click here to see some of our favourite Guy Couach yachts, including the fantastic MAYAMA, available for charter on the French Riviera. She has 4 stunning cabins and sits at just over 30m.

Looking to charter a yacht? Head to www.boatbookings.com, the leading online yacht charter broker, or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists will get back to you shortly.
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Posted on December 20, 2012 by admin

Chartering a Luxury Azimut Yacht!

Azimut’s are some of the most eye catching and visually stunning yachts available to buy or charter. It would be incorrect however to think that an Azimut is just an aesthetically pleasing yacht, as the levels of technology, build quality, comfort and safety features would match any other leading yachting marque. The true brilliance of the Azimut motor yacht is its ability to never look old. The philosophy behind the brand is to produce the highest quality product possible, with the help of skilled tradesmen, technology and the very best core components.

One of the largest Azimut’s available for charter is the stunning SULTANS WAY 007, available for charter in the Maldives. This motor yacht accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 sumptuous cabins, which have been designed to provide the ultimate comfort and luxury on board. She does not have a minimum charter length, which is quite unusual for a yacht of this size, providing great flexibility for potential clients. She is the perfect yacht for exploring the natural beauty of the Maldives and includes all of the latest Jet Skis and water toys to keep the whole family entertained for days!

If you are looking for something a little smaller but still has lots of deck space and luxurious accommodation, crewed motor yacht WILJIM is definitely a great choice for you! This Azimut motor yacht accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, available for charters from the St Tropez area. She would be the ideal choice for slow cruises along the Riviera and maximising your suntan, as she has a spacious Flybridge, as well as multiple sunpads! Why not start your charter in St Tropez and head down to the world famous beach clubs of Pampelonne Beach? Book your charters early to avoid disappointment!

Our final suggestion for an Azimut charter would be the gorgeous BIG BABA, available for charter from Porto Cervo, Sardinia. Accommodating up to 4 guests in 2 cabins, BIG BABA is the ideal choice for shorter charters, especially multiple days around the beautiful Maddalena National Park. She is a wonderful choice for those who want a visually stunning yacht, which provides elegance, practicality and comfort!

Have you never chartered before? 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.

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Posted on December 19, 2012 by admin

Sleek and Sexy – The Joys of Chartering a Luxury Sunseeker Yacht

Sunseeker is one of the world’s pre-eminent yacht builders and one of the truly global brands in the yacht business over the past 40 years. This luxury yachting marque employs the most talented team of designers and craftsmen and this really shows in the product. Sunseeker state that owning one of their products has “become an aspiration for many” and that “owning a Sunseeker is the ultimate lifestyle statement.” You know that the British company are doing something right when they are the yacht of choice for the ultimate British hero, James Bond! The range of Predators, Manhattans and Super Yachts have become iconic symbols in the yachting world and can be found in the majority of the worlds most prestigious ports!

REHAB, a luxurious Sunseeker Predator 68 is the perfect day charter yacht, available from Antibes in the South of France. This yacht is a Boatbookings favourite, thanks to her incredible can-do crew of Michael who has great knowledge of the local area and Emma, who knows exactly how to make sure that her clients have the very best time possible on board. She would be the ultimate Christmas present for your partner and we look forward to your enquiries in the New Year.

The Sunseeker Predator 84 luxury motor yacht ALVIUM is one of the most iconic yachts that is available for charter in Ibiza. She has 4 modern and visually gorgeous cabins, accommodating up to 8 guests. Her styling is bold and striking, yet elegant. Make sure to make the most of her water toys, which will keep the ‘big kids’ and children entertained for hours. Her decks incorporate sun pads, large tables, a wet bar and a BBQ, perfect for those long summer days in the sun!

JEEL II is one of our favourite luxury charter yachts on the French Riviera, accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 stunning cabins. Her decks are incredible and include a spacious Flybridge which provides the ultimate sunbathing space for your closest friends and families. She has a great can-do crew who will attend to your every need to ensure that you have the very best experience possible on board.

Have you never chartered before? At 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 December 18, 2012 by admin

What Are Standard Procedures On a Luxury Yacht Charter?

When you charter a yacht, one of the most important things to remember is to respect the yacht. Sure, it's just as important to take good care of your crew, but the yacht is the vessel in which you spend your time for your charter, so it's crucial to keep it nice. Most yachts have a select number of “house rules”, which you should adhere to. These can change from yacht to yacht, but most remain throughout the industry. If you want to see more tips on how to get the most out of a crewed charter, click here.

– No shoes on deck or inside. Ever wondered why, at docks, there are sometimes lots of shoes lying around? Well it's because of this. A fantastically new teak deck will not take nicely to having a family of 8 walk all over it in shoes for a week! It's just the same reason that you were always expected to take your shoes off at the front door when you were younger, because your parents were insistent on the flooring in your household needing to remain clean!

– No smoking inside. Very few yachts allow smoking inside, and few allow smoking at all, even on deck. There are a few reasons for this. Starting with the fact that the yacht might start to smell inside from the fumes, and more importantly, if any ash travels inside, which can happen when sailing, it has the potential to burn furnishings. This explains why some yachts allow smoking on deck, but not if there is wind!

– Listen to your crew, and in particular the Captain! The crew on board luxury yachts know exactly what they're doing, so please do listen to them. If you have any questions, ask them. They know the best places (and worst places) to go, at all times, so discuss your itinerary plans with them, as they might have some great suggestions for you. It's important that all guests also listen to make sure they have a safe and enjoyable charter.

Please click here to see some of our fantastic crewed yachts!

Posted on December 17, 2012 by admin

Another reason to Charter a Luxury Yacht!

Yesterday, we published our first blog trying to convince you that chartering a luxury yacht was one of the best experiences in the world. Today – we will show you another reason, especially if you’re a ‘foodie’, why you should charter a luxury yacht in 2013! We were recently inspired by the food on show at the Antigua Yacht Show 2012, having experienced some of the best gastronomy that would match the food in top European kitchens! No matter whether you were on a 60ft Monohull or a 60m Super Yacht and sampling homemade breads and cupcakes to poached lobster and champagne, the food at this years show was truly stunning.

Do you prefer a light lunch? Two of our favourites were a stunning carpaccio of wahoo with a soy dressing and a very simple prawn salad with fresh herbs and bulgar wheat tabbouleh.We were also very impressed with the poached lobster, served on a timbal of mango and cilantro salad with a lobster claw tempura. Charterers with a sweet tooth would have loved the banana cake, which was served with flambeed bananas and homemade vanilla ice cream. The food on board was truly scrumptious!

If you are looking for Luxury Crewed Catamaran with great food, look no further than the Privilege 75, MATAU. This crewed catamaran features 4 cabins, accommodating up to 8 guests with a fantastic can-do crew. The master cabin is quite something and offers incredible space for a Catamaran of this size. There is nothing better after a relaxing days sunbathing than to enjoy a cocktail and canapes whilst watching the sunset before a private lavish dinner. She is in great condition and the open-plan layout makes her a very sociable yacht and therefore, one of the finest in the Caribbean.

Do you need some inspiration where to charter? One of the most popular destinations is the BVI, using Tortola as a start destination. Many people choose to charter in the BVI for the following reasons:

1) There are plenty of islands to explore
2) The weather around Christmas makes for the perfect destination.
3) The water is crystal clear and tranquil
4) Great choice of yachts, including some of the worlds best crewed catamarans.
5) Easily accessible from the U.S.

Posted on December 12, 2012 by admin