The Very Best of European Gastronomy on a Luxury Yacht

Chartering a crewed yacht is synonymous with luxury, lavishness and the very highest levels of customer service. Whether you are in the stunning British Virgin Islands, French Riviera or the Asia Pacific region, charter guests expect a professional crew who can perform every duty asked of them. In the 21st Century, food is a pertinent factor in the overall enjoyment of a holiday, whether it is on the water, at a restaurant or in a hotel. People are increasingly becoming ‘foodies’ and looking for spectacular gastronomic experiences. Thus, the food provided on charters has to live up to the very best restaurants, and often delivers much more!

Two of our brokers were recently invited for lunch on board crewed motor yacht QUANTUM, a stunning Peri Yachts 29m custom build, which can accommodate up to 8 guests in 2 VIP and 2 Twin cabins. She provides lavish accommodation and design features throughout, giving her a contemporary, yet elegant and sophisticated feel.

She has a brilliant Flybridge, which will accommodate your whole charter group, whether they want to socialise, sunbathe or simply take in the incredible vistas of the French Riviera. Based in Marina Baie des Anges, she is ideally located for week long charters to Corsica or west towards St Tropez and the magical Porquerolles Islands. Her crew of 4 are extremely professional, knowledgeable and attentive to their guests need. They have recently welcomed a new chef on board, who was chosen from over 70 applicants.

Our Menu:

* Canapés – served with Moët and Chandon Rose Champagne

* Smoked Aubergine Caviar with Marinated Mozzarella and Melba Toast

* Roast Belly of Pork with Crackling, Potato and Black Pudding Dauphinoise, Pomme Purée, Grilled Asparagus and a Red Wine Reduction

* Vanilla Cheesecake, Served with Tempered Chocolate, Sugarwork and Seasonal Fruits

We had very high expectations of the chef, especially after we had heard that he was picked from 70 applicants. The food was delicious and each course was perfectly matched with a local wine. The French Riviera has so much choice when it comes to restaurants, but with food like this on your own luxury yacht charter, you will not want to go anywhere else!

QUANTUM is new to the charter market and given her performance, accommodation and excellent crew, we expect that she will be a very popular choice this summer for charters in the South of France. We recommend booking soon to avoid disappointment. If you have already booked your villa for this year, do not despair, as she is available for luxury day charters. Combine the very best of land and sea and experience the French Riviera like never before.

Check out our website, www.boatbookings.com, and start searching for your luxury yacht charter on the French Riviera for this summer. 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 May 26, 2013 by admin

Cannes Film Festival, Day 10 – The Immigrant – Our Yacht Nominee: Prestige 46!

Day 10 of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of James Gray's 'The Immigrant.' James Gray will be bringing his fourth film to the Cannes Film Festival in the hope that he will recieve the highly coveted Palme d'Or trophy for his efforts. The film stars the truly talented Marion Cotillard, who plays a Polish immigrant in 1920's New York City. Marion swiftly falls under the spell of a small-time pimp played by Joaquin Phoenix, a regular in Gray's cinematic masterpieces. As the plot thickens, Marion seeks out the help of magician, Jeremy Renner, to rescue her from these dark times. 'The Immigrant' partially mirrors the story of James Gray's grandparents when they arrived in New York as immigrants from Eastern Europe. This hugely anticipated film premieres on Friday 24th at 8:30, 15:00 and 19:30, 2013.

In keeping with the Eastern European theme of James Gray's eagerly awaited Cannes Film Festival entry, why not charter this luxurious Jeanneau Prestige 46 Fly in Croatia.

She boasts 3 grand and well-designed cabins that can easily accommodate up to 6 guests. She is one of the finest in her class that is available to charter without a skipper on the beautiful Croatian coast. The interior of this Prestige 46 oozes style and elegance thanks to her cherry wood furnishings, sprawling leather sofas and spacious open plan.The adjoining 3 bathrooms provide ample room for the guests and are fully fitted with all the latest bathroom accessories.

She has a beautifully constructed flybridge that overlooks the crystal blue sea, an ideal spot to marvel at the rugged Croatian coastline. The performance of the 2 x 500 Cummins engines combined with the superb fiberglass hull shape provides an extremely smooth cruise. Charter this luxury Jeanneau Prestige 46 Fly in Croatia and you will not be disappointed.

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.

Posted on May 24, 2013 by admin

Cannes Film Festival, Day 6 – Shield of Straw – Our Yacht Nominee: Ferretti 680!

Day 6 of the world famous Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of Takashi Miike’s ‘Wara No Tate,’ ‘Shield of Straw.’ The film is set in Tokyo and evidently lives up to Takashi Miike’s dark and sadistic nature with plenty of violence and gore throughout. It begins with a convicted child rapist and murderer who has recently been released from prison committing a cruel murder of an innocent young girl. Consequently the girl’s wealthy and powerful grandfather, Tsutomu Yamazaki seeks immediate revenge by offering a sum of 1 billion Yen to anyone who manages to kill the prime suspect. Realising he is a dead man walking, the child killer, Kunihide Kiyomaru turns himself in to the police. As the plot thickens, five elite cops are assigned by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to escort Kiyomaru back to Tokyo for his trial. A dilemma unfolds; whom can they trust, can they trust themselves? Will human nature take its course and who will reap the reward? This film by Takashi Miike pushes varying boundaries of physical and mental emotions. Many questions are asked and as the body count of the innocent rises, it becomes more and more difficult to justify the suspects’ protection. This highly anticipated film will be showcased on Monday 20th at 8:30 and 22:30, 2013.

In keeping with the authentic oriental theme, why not charter the luxurious and elegant Ferretti 680 with 6 berths and an impressive 24 cruising capacity for day charters. Her design is faultless and her interior is seductive, she is a true jewel of the Andaman Sea.

This Ferretti 680 is a top of the range luxury motor yacht that boasts enormous power and maneuverability. The 3 cabins are comprised of a VIP double cabin, 1 double cabin and 1 cabin with 2 single beds. The cabins are spacious and beautifully decorated with finely polished oak furniture and silk upholstery placed neatly around the room.

The adjoining bathrooms are classic, tasteful and kept immaculately clean. Enter the main salon to be greeted by the sprawling leather couches and plasma screen TV’s. Everything on board this Ferretti luxury charter yacht is conceived to make your sailing vacation in Phuket extremely enjoyable. Charter this Ferretti 680 today!

Posted on May 20, 2013 by admin

Cannes Film Festival, Day 4 – Like Father Like Son – Our Yacht Nominee: Phinisi 50!

Day 4 of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of Hirokazu Koreeda’s ‘Soshite chichi ni naru,’ Like Father Like Son. It is the heart wrenching tale of Ryota Nonomiya, a successful business man who’s driven by money but discovers that his biological son was switched with another child at birth. Ryota has earned everything he has by his hard work and believes nothing can stop him from pursuing his perfect life as a winner. However, when he receives an unexpected call from the hospital explaining that his biological son was switched at birth, he is forced to make a life-changing decision, to choose between ‘nature’ and ‘nurture.’ Seeing Ryota’s devotion to his ‘son’ even after learning his origin, is a truly fascinating tale but the plot darkens when he begins to question his existence as a father after all these years.

The globally acclaimed screen writer and director Hirokazu Koreeda originates from Tokoyo, Japan. He has come a long way from his first feature, Maborosi in 1995, based on a Teru Miyamoto novel and drawn from his own experiences while filming. He has won jury prizes at both Venice and Chicago Film Festival and seeks to obtain the highly coveted Palme d’or, this year in Cannes. This highly anticipated film screens at 11:30 and 22:00 on Saturday 18th of may, 2013.

In keeping with the authentic oriental theme of Like Father Like Son, why not charter the luxurious Phinisi 50, a magnificent crewed sailing yacht that is available for charter from the turquoise waters of the Andaman through to the picturesque Indonesian Islands. She is lavishly furnished, spacious and extremely comfortable. She boasts accommodation for up to 10 guests thanks to her 5 well designed cabins, all with immaculate en suites. Beautiful oriental decorations that line this Phinisi 50, create a beautiful setting and peaceful atmosphere. The upper deck is very spacious, sit back and relax on one of the many hand crafted deck chairs and marvel at the glorious coastline. She is fully equipped with all the latest mod cons; including plasma TV’s and DVD players. Walk in showers, king sized beds and silk upholstery are just a few of the on board luxuries on this memorable sailing charter.

Posted on May 18, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Cannes Film Festival, Day 2 – The Bling Ring – Our Yacht Nominee: DB9!

Day 2 of the world famous Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of ‘The Bling Ring,’ a highly anticipated American crime-drama film that is based on true events. The film was directed, written and produced by Sofia Coppola, who previously won an Academy Award for the Best Original Screenplay for ‘Lost in Translation’ and who became the first American woman to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director.

The film is set around a group of celebrity obsessed teenagers who cunningly use the Internet and social media to track celebrities’ whereabouts and then steal all their personal possessions. The group called themselves the ‘Bling Ring Gang’ and stole continuously from celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Megan Fox and Orlando Bloom. The groups’ ringleader was sentenced to 180 days in jail after stealing an estimated 3 million dollars worth of designer goods and jewellery.

The film stars Emma Watson, Taissa Farmiga and Leslie Mann, as well as newcomers Israel Broussard and Katie Chang. It will open the ‘Un Certain Regard‘ section of the 2013 Cannes film Festival. This section was introduced in 1978 by Gilles Jacob. Each year it presents a selection of films with varying visions and style that seek international recognition.

The International Cannes Film Festival is an extremely glamorous affair. It is the perfect time to charter a luxury yacht of your choice on the gorgeous French Riviera.

Our nominee for “Blingy” Yacht? DB9 – Palmer Johnson 36 meter – offers lavish furnishings an an amazing jacuzzi!

In keeping with the blingy, celebrity induced and luxurious theme of the ‘Bling Ring;’ why not charter DB9, a modern and elegant Palmer Johnson 36m super yacht. She boasts lavish accommodation for 9 guests with 4 spacious cabins. The attention to detail is exquisite with all the furnishings complimenting each individual room perfectly.

DB9 has an extremely well designed salon with a fabulous seating area. Here enjoy a freshly prepared 5-course evening meal or simply let one of the very welcoming and experienced crew members rustle up an exotic cocktail for you. Each of the en suite cabins are faultless, with king size beds and beautiful ornate decorations scattered neatly around the bedroom.

The spacious upper deck provides ample room for sun bathing and admiring the breathtaking French Riviera. Why not relax in the boat’s ultra sleek Jacuzzi or let yourself loose with a spot of water skiing. DB9 is a luxury super yacht that will wow you.

Posted on May 16, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓