Cannes Film Festival, Day 1 – The Great Gatsby – Our Yacht Nominee: MIMU!

MIMU It’s that time of year again, and the Cannes Film Festival 2013 is upon us! Wednesday 15th May marks the grand Opening Ceremony, and the screening of the Festival’s first film, the long awaited and highly anticipated Great Gatsby. Directed by Baz Luhrmann, who has already wowed us with works such as Moulin Rouge!, Romeo & Juliet and Australia, The Great Gatsby stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan and Tobey Maguire and brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel to life.

The Festival de Cannes is a fantastic event to be part of, and one of the most popular things to do during the Film Festival is charter a luxury yacht. Whether you are looking to host a business meeting, party or just a day out at sea, your own luxury yacht gives you a taste of the glitz and glamour that Cannes thrives on.

MiMu salon

So, in keeping with the 1920s theme of The Great Gatsby, our
nominee for the perfect Great Gatsby Yacht is MIMU a Codecasa 113 with 1920s style Art Deco interior.

She has offers highly polished wood panelling and contrasting black lacquer, complete with popular geometrical patterns worked in to the panellings, which give it that art deco edge. The furnishings are contrasting in colour, creams and whites against black, with strong reds thrown in here and there. The furniture also embraces the 1920s style, for the pieces are bold and eye-catching. MIMU’s design is certainly highly stylised, with a strong handle of the Roaring Twenties.

MiMu Cabin

MIMU of course has a first class crew, who are guaranteed to look after you in opulent style worthy of the Great Gatsby. With 5 cabins accommodating up to 10 guests, she also has a fantastic array of water toys to keep the old and young entertained! She is currently in New England and the Bahamas, so you can get your own taste of the American flair, and she also heads to the Caribbean and Mediterranean for different charter seasons.

Click here to see all of our Cannes Charter yachts, and please recommend others that would fit right in with the Great Gatsby theme!

Tomorrow, what yachts will be nominated for Sofia Coppola’s The Bling Ring? That should be interesting in the luxury yacht business!

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

Experience The Golden Vibrancy Of Skiathos: A Picturesque Chartering Destination

Skiathos is an idyllic, sun-drenched island nestled in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos makes up the cluster of islands known as the Sporades, famed for their pristine sandy beaches and crystal blue seas. Charter a luxury yacht to this exotic destination. The pine-fringed coastline is blessed with golden beaches in the south and a mountainous terrain in the north.

The curious travelers amongst you will explore the sprawling hills of the north. Visit the Monastery of Evangalistra, a magnificently built monastery that is steeped rich in Greek tradition. Marvel at the impressive oil paintings and extraordinary glass paneling. The monastery was the first settlement to raise the Greek flag to signify their freedom from the Turkish invaders. Following on from the monastery is the church of Prophet Illias, famed for its spectacular panoramic views across the bay and towards the neighboring island of Skopelos.

Skiathos is lined with more than 60 golden beaches totaling an impressive 19 square miles. Lalaria beach is located on the northern most tip of the island and is only accessible by boat. Characterized by its beautiful rock formations and turquoise waters, enjoy a light alfresco lunch on board your luxury yacht charter in this secluded and picturesque bay. Venture down to the south coast and explore the cobbled streets of Skiathos town. Here you will find sumptuous Greek delicacies at one of the many tavernas and finely crafted artwork at one of the many boutique stalls. Explore Troulos beach, a secluded sandy bay that is kept in immaculate condition all year round. The beach is perfect for families, thanks to its excellent sun lounging facilities and water sports school. Charter a luxury yacht to Skiathos and experience the golden vibrancy of the south and the quaintness of the north.

OCEANOS is a luxurious super yacht that oozes elegance and style. Berthed on the magnificent Greek coastline, she has 7 grand cabins that can accommodate up too 14 guests. Lavish interior, large deck space and a state of the art Jacuzzi are just a few of the on board luxuries that you can expect. Charter this super yacht today!

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 2, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Similan Islands; a Snorkeler’s Paradise and a Perfect Yacht Chartering Destination

The final part to the top snorkeling destinations blog; brings us to the Similan Islands off the coast of Thailand, a truly remarkable chartering destination. Similan translates as the number 9 in the local Yawi (Thai) dialect. The Similan Islands are a collection of 9 islands scattered 70 kilometers off the coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. They are often described as paradise, thanks to their idyllic and secluded location, engulfing turquoise seas and rich marine life. The Thai government declared the group of islands a national park in 1982 and are kept in pristine condition all year round.

The vast and impressive array of marine life that can be spotted in the shallow and clear shores along the Similan coastline is truly breathtaking. Marvel at the black tip, white tip and leopard sharks gliding elegantly through the clear waters. Admire the colorful trigger and unicorn fish darting in and out of the sprawling coral reef. The variation of table and stag horn coral host an amazing selection of crustaceans, sea horses and conger eels. If you’re lucky, try and catch sight of the magnificent manta rays that occasionally visit these inviting shores.

The whole archipelago is generally off limits to tourists as a result of the monsoon season from the latter part of May until the end of November. We recommend visiting the national park during the drier months of December to April when the winds are gentle, waters are calm and the tourists are few.

ASIA is a 100ft luxury sailing yacht based in Southeast Asia. She boasts 5 well-designed cabins, suitable for 10 guests. The very spacious cockpit is lavishly furnished with teak decking and plush leather couches. The twin dining tables at the rear of this luxury yacht provide the perfect setting for light alfresco lunches or sunset cocktails. The on board PC and fully functioning internet connection is ideal for travelers who want to stay in touch with the outside world. Each cabin has been fitted with state of the art entertainment systems, air conditioning and en suite facilities. Experience the ultimate in luxury.

Posted on April 29, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Andros Island; a Snorkeler’s Paradise and a Perfect Yacht Chartering Destination

Part 2 of the exhilarating, snorkeling hotspots blog brings us to the picturesque Andros Island in the exotic Bahamas. Charter a luxury yacht in the Bahamas and visit one of the best snorkeling destinations in the world. Andros Island is an archipelago within the Bahamas and has an area greater than all 700 Bahamian islands combined. The island boasts the greatest botanical and marine life diversity than any other island in the Bahamas and possesses the third largest barrier reef in the world.

The marine biosphere of Andros Island is truly astonishing, an abundance of mangrove swamps, ocean craters, shallow sands and tidal streams form a rich and prosperous marine life. The island’s sprawling coral reef is made up of oceanic craters and vertical caves creating a rich dark and light blue ocean. Dean’s Blue Hole on Long Island in the Bahamas is the deepest oceanic crater known to man.

Andros Island boasts the best snorkeling and deep sea diving in the whole of the Bahamas. Marvel at the majestic humpback whales following their yearly migration route or the pilot whales that frequently visit these warm and inviting shores. Stingrays frolic in the shallow waters, swarms of French grunts scurry across the ocean floor and Caribbean reef sharks lurk in the depths. Sea turtles, grouper, snapper and even bottlenose dolphins can be admired in the crystal blue water that engulfs Andros Island.

AT LAST is a luxurious motor yacht berthed in the Bahamas. She boasts 5 lavish and well-furnished cabins suitable for 10 guests. AT LAST has a well designed water-jet system and a very low draft (1.68 meters) which makes her ideally suited for chartering in the Bahamas. Spacious decking, en suite bathrooms, Jacuzzi and an incredible array of water toys make this a luxury charter to remember.

At Boatbookings,we organise luxury yacht charters all around the world with our highly qualified team. We leave no stone unturned in matching not just the yacht and the destination to your requirements but also the crew, itineraries and all other subtle aspects that comes together to create a charter of a life timekids inflatable obstacle course!

Posted on April 25, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Experience The Glitz and Glamour of the Cannes Film Festival On Your Luxury Charter

Glitzy, glamorous and extravagant are three words that come to mind when describing the International Film Festival in Cannes. Chartering a luxury yacht during the festival period will be a very memorable experience. Mingle amongst film stars; entertain prospective clients or just soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Cannes at this glorious time of year.

The Cannes Film Festival was founded in 1946 and takes place at the ‘Palais des Festivals,’ a grand conference center situated in the heart of Cannes. This year’s festival will take place between the 15th and the 26th of May. It is a 12 day cinematic extravagance where 25,000 directors, producers, distributors, publicists and film stars come together to celebrate the most prestigious film festival in the world. The Jury and the President of the film industry will award the highly coveted Palme d’Or to the film that best ‘serves the evolution of cinematic art.’ This year the President of the Jury is the award-winning American director, Steven Spielberg.

Cannes’ great blood sport is celebrity spotting. Marvel at the famous film stars and producers making their way up the red carpet at the entrance to the Palais des Festivals. It is known for crowds to build up soon after lunchtime, so stake out a place early! The Palais des Festivals is directly adjacent to the Old Port and provides the perfect opportunity to charter a luxury yacht of your choice. Chartering a yacht so close to the Palais provides on site accommodation, a chance to entertain clients and promote your brand or the possibility for a relaxing cruise along the gorgeous French Riviera.

ALIBI is a magnificent and luxurious super yacht berthed on the French Riviera. She boasts 6 beautifully designed cabins that can accommodate up to 12 guests. ALIBI is extremely spacious and is perfect for corporate events and entertaining prospective clients. Furthermore, there is an on board gymnasium, Jacuzzi and grand sun deck.

Posted on April 24, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓