A Touch of Tranquility on the French Riviera – Villa Mauresque

Searching for a retreat this summer on the buzzing hive that is the French Riviera? We have just the hotel for you! Villa Mauresque is situated on the edge of the Gulf of St Tropez, nestled away in beautiful gardens deceiving you as to just how much madness surrounds you in the neighbouring towns. This luxury boutique hotel on the French Riviera offers panoramic views which can be enjoyed as you dine on world class cuisine on the outside terrace.

Boatbookings.com Managing Director Capucine was lucky enough to sample the talent menu of the chef, which as you can see looks as good as it tasted! Capucine particularly noted the kind customer service, attention to detail and a discreet and private feel surrounding the hotel. The tranquil gardens were also highlighted as an amazing and rare offering of peace on the coast.

With St Tropez on your doorstep, Villa Mauresque the perfect location to use as a base for your day charter on the French Riviera, and Capucine highly recommends stopping at Villa Mauresque as lunch stop on your Cannes to St Tropez day charter itinerary.

Please contact the Boatbookings.com team for more information on French Riviera day charters.

Posted on June 4, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

INDULGING on a Day Charter on the French Riviera!

Charles, Cordy and Tom from the Boatbookings.com team in the South of France were lucky enough to enjoy a day out on INDULGENCE OF POOLE yesterday, a beautifully maintained Mangusta 86 motor yacht based in the heart of the Old Port of Cannes. Following our day out, we cannot recommend her highly enough for day, weekend and week-long charters on the French Riviera and in surrounding areas.

The team were warmly welcomed by an enthusiastic captain Yanko and his partner and chief stewardess, fresh canapés and some lovely wines were enjoyed following a viewing of the two large master and VIP cabins with double beds and two further twin cabins, comfortably accommodating two. INDULGENCE is also perfect for meetings with her large saloon and separate dining area seating 12 for a more formal venue. On the aft deck, they said goodbye to Cannes on a beautiful Monday morning and sped along the coast to the beautiful bay of Theoule where we anchored for the day. A delicious lunch onboard was enjoyed by all – the refreshing classic of Parma ham and melon, followed beautifully roasted chicken with garlic purée and chocolate cheesecake with crème anglaise to finish!

After soaking up the sun, taking a swim and enjoying the extensive water sports inventory we headed back to Cannes where Yanko showed us that INDULGENCE can match the newer Mangusta cruising at an impressive 29 knots! A thrill for everyone, whilst enjoying the comfort of a much larger yacht.

We cannot recommend INDULGENCE OF POOLE enough for your family vacations on the French Riviera this summer, please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information on her all-inclusive packages.

Posted on June 3, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

The South of France summer season is just around the corner – book now!

The Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival may be over for another year, but the summer has only just begun! The sun is shining on the French Riviera and the sea is (slowly) warming up. Many bareboat fleets are quickly being booked up and some crewed yachts are boasting fully booked calendars, however the Boatbookings.com team are keeping a close eye on what’s still available and all pride themselves on matching the yacht to the client’s needs even when the charter is booked last minute.

Some top yachts on the Riviera this summer:

EMOTION:

Recently visited by Cordy, our top South of France expert. Cordy was full of praise for the Sun-deck and excellent crew!

REHAB:

One of our favourite Sunseekers on the Riviera, sporty and elegant with a fantastic Captain and great water toys. REHAB is perfect for day or week long charter.

INDULGENCE OF POOLE:

A very good value option for either day, weekend or even week long charters. Her spacious flybridge even features a jacuzzi which is a great feature on a yacht of her size. Get in touch for information about all-inclusive deals!

BLUE NOTE:

A fantastic crewed catamaran, usually based in Cannes she is perfect for exploring the French Riviera, or perhaps Corsica and Sardinia.

Get in touch with us today and we’ll help you plan the perfect charter!

Posted on May 26, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Naples and the Amalfi Coast – one of our favourite spots for 2014!

Looking for the perfect destination for your summer vacations? Look no further than Naples and the Amalfi Coast, with beautifully dramatic coastline, charming towns and of course the famed isle of Capri there’s interest in every direction. With Italian VAT at the reduced rate you can enjoy your charter with the knowledge that you’ve got the best boat for your money. Ideally situated on the passage between Croatia and the French Riviera, the Amalfi Coast will be populated by the best yachts in June, July and late August.

Having travelled extensively in the area, our Charter Broker Charles offers his highlights. “The Amalfi Coast is a great all-round destination. Naples International Airport gives you great travel links from anywhere in the world. The hotels are among the best in the world whether you’re staying on Capri or in the hills of Sorrento. I adore the town of Positano, the dramatic history of Pompeii and of course the best pizza and ice cream on the planet! For the most memorable mixture of land-based attractions and beautiful waters, the Amalfi Coast is for you.” The Boatbookings.com team have chosen two of their favourite yachts in this area for the summer season.

AUSTRALIS is offering incredible discounts this June! Heading to Croatia for July charters, she’s perfect for your last-minute summer getaway on the Amalfi Coast. The discount weekly rate is €140,000 per week, a fantastic reduction on the low season rate of €168,000. She offers huge volumes of outside space, along with a new inventory of water toys and a re-design and re-fit completed in 2013!

XKE offers excellent value for June charters! Looking to fill her calendar, she comfortably accommodates 8 guests in 4 cabins. At €25,500 per week XKE is perfect for getting families together to enjoy the sights of this beautiful Italian coastline. Between October and May, XKE will also offer the excellent rate of €19,500 per week!

Contact the Boatbookings team today for expert advice on chartering on the Amalfi Coast this summer!

Posted on May 23, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

NEW BEGINNINGS at the Monaco Grand Prix

It’s all go on the French Riviera. The Cannes Film Festival is still going strong but, as the festivities come to a close, the stars, the rich and famous and the paparazzi make a short trip down the coast. Yes, the highlight of the Formula 1 calendar is upon us. The Monaco Grand Prix is a race like no other. This weekend Lewis Hamilton will continue his duel with Nico Rosberg as Mercedes aim to continue their dominance over the rest of the pack. With narrow straights, fast corners and unforgiving barriers, surprises and drama are never far away at the most coveted Grand Prix.

If you thought it was too late to get involved, you would be wrong. You won’t even have to turn up days in advance and stand on tip toes to catch a glimpse, rather enjoy all the action in luxurious comfort aboard NEW BEGINNINGS OF LONDON. This beautiful 75 foot Sunseeker is still available to charter for the Grand Prix weekend.

With masses of outdoor space, NEW BEGINNINGS OF LONDON is a great yacht for those looking to enjoy the South of France sun. The flybridge is stunning with room in both sun and shade to lie back and work on your tan or sit back with a cocktail. A further sun pad on the forward deck will keep all of your sun-seeking guests happy and, when the shade beckons, cool off on the aft deck as you eat al fresco.

The interior is no less impressive. 4 spacious and inviting cabins are complimented by a large salon. With enough space for a dining table as well as a large lounging area, this is the perfect space to enjoy an evening meal of to curl up and watch a film. All of this is magnificently lit by large windows on all sides light which, in turn, offer stunning panoramic views.

If you are interested in chartering NEW BEGINNINGS OF LONDON for the Grand Prix weekend or for your summer holiday in the South of France, don’t hesitate to contact Charles, Cordy, Tom or the rest of the Boatbookings team.

Posted on May 21, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓