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Our Charter Brokers Onboard Luxury Yacht AQUASITION: Superlative Seaworthiness, Style and Service

Luxury Motor yacht AQUASITION is a stunning 124ft Broward launched in 2007 that comfortably accommodates 10 guests in five staterooms. Our charter brokers were delighted to have the opportunity to view her elegant interiors, chat a bit with the delightful crew, and taste some delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by the chef.

Entering through the double glass doors on AQUASITIONs aft deck the main saloon is spacious and welcoming. Everywhere we look the design details are impressive. Daylight floods through large panoramic windows and glistens on the high gloss cherry woodwork.

AQUASITIONs main deck salon and dining area are defined by elegant furniture groupings that feature goose down cushions, cashmere silk blend upholstery, and suede leather. The cozy L-shaped sofa surrounds a large cocktail table made from exotic Madagascar ebony wood and is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the 52 inch flat screen TV/DVD/stereo.

Moving forward we pass the elegant stairway in the foyer, and the galley of delightful aromas courtesy of Chef Mike, to reach the spacious, contemporary master stateroom. Here, and throughout AQUASITION, seafaring design details, from the undulating carpet to the marine themed artwork, emphasize the splendor of yachting.

Four ensuite staterooms are positioned on the lower deck of AQUASITION around a central foyer with refrigerator. Each is roomy and well appointed with plenty of storage and deluxe amenities.

Motor yacht AQUASITION has a well-designed sundeck that features a sprawling sunbed and Jacuzzi with magnificent views. Forward under cover is a dining area with plush banquette seating and a full bar with stools, making this area an excellent gathering spot.

Indeed, many brokers visiting AQUASITION lingered here, sampling the gourmet wizardry of Chef Mike. Everything was superb, from the delicate salmon canapés to the tuna tartar. We were also treated to luscious sangria, the secret recipe of Chief Stew Breanna, so laden with fruity antioxidants that charter guests could, with relatively little guilt, drink a glass or two for breakfast.

Captain Jay Roberts and his experienced crew are talented, gracious and entertaining. They are very attentive but with an ease that make guests of all ages immediately feel at home. This stylish yacht and personable crew make a winning combination for a superlative family charter or a getaway with friends.

AQUASITION is presently based in the Bahamas with a New England itinerary scheduled for this summer. Here are some helpful links for information on these destinations and outstanding yachts available for charter: AQUASITION, Florida and Bahamas Yacht Charter, New England Yacht Charter, Super and Mega Luxury Yacht Charter

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Alluring Alaska: Luxury Yachting Destination of Breathtaking Beauty and Awesome Adventure

Alaska has a longer coastline than all the other United States combined, which makes it an unparalleled yachting adventure with endless possible itineraries and ports of call. Captain Josh Kaberon, of the classic Burger 68’ LONGHORN, has lived in Alaska for decades and is intimately familiar with the region. He shared with us his favorite destinations for a weeklong yacht charter embarking from Ketchikan. Here, an overview of his Alaska itinerary reveals some highlights.

Ketchikan is both an air and marine transportation hub for Southeast Alaska, and facilitates international travelers with numerous convenient flights. Ketchikan is located on Revillagigedo Island, 90 miles north of Prince Rupert, British Columbia. It is a charming point of embarkation, known as the Salmon Capital of the World and boasting the most standing totem poles on the planet.

Ketchikan is also the gateway to the Misty Fjords National Monument, one of the areas major attractions. The protected area spans over two million wilderness acres of Tongass National Forest and is called “The Yosemite of the North” for its similar geology. Pale granite, 50 to 70 million years old, sculpted by glaciers, forms glacier valleys and natural canals filled with seawater. Here, near vertical walls soar an astonishing 3,000 feet above sea level.

Captain Josh’s itinerary includes time spent hiking around picture postcard Hugh Smith and Ella Lakes, where wild animals are ever-present and trout fishing is renowned. By day four, yacht charter guests have reached the spectacular destinations of Rudyerd Bay and Punchbowl Cove that are notable for dramatic sheer rock walls and breathtaking landscapes. Day five reveals spectacular waterfalls along the lake trail at Manzanita Bay.

The day prior to departure, Josh advocates a soothing soak at Bell Island Hot Springs where yacht charter guests will enjoy first class resort facilities and the opportunity to relax and share their experiences with other travelers over hors d’ oeuvre and cocktails.

Boatbookings.com features numerous exceptional itineraries, normally written by Captains who know the regional waters intimately and are experts at local attractions and intriguing points of interest both above and below the waterline at Yachting Itineraries

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Boatbookings Onboard Broward 120 SOVEREIGN: A Yacht that Rules!

Luxury motor yacht SOVEREIGN may have been launched in 1993, but by all accounts she has an ageless beauty. Meticulous maintenance and a recent complete refit contribute to her continuing popularity, and on this elegant charter vessel the reputation of the outstanding crew also plays a role in attracting numerous repeat clients. Boatbookings was delighted to step onboard and experience their charming hospitality in such welcoming surroundings.

SOVEREIGN is a luxury charter yacht where the Old World ambience of a European boutique hotel compliments modern architectural features, furnishings and whimsical details in stainless and glass.

SOVEREIGN features six posh staterooms to accommodate 12 guests. The décor in varying tones of Sov-Masterbrown and beige is soothing and creates a warm, inviting ambience. The main deck master features a king bed positioned against a mirrored wall that augments a sense of volume, as does the cut-away ceiling with center mirror. Plenty of built in storage is available as well as a state-of-the-art entertainment system. Five additional guest staterooms are positioned on the lower deck.

The cozy upper deck sky lounge with overstuffed furniture is perfect for watching the latest release or writing postcards to friends at a desk with a superb view. The sundeck features plush banquette seating and dining al fresco for nine guests. The covered aft deck provides a lovely protected dining area and steps lead down to the swim platform where guests may launch a variety of toys including two Jet Skis and high-pressure dive gear.

SOVEREIGN is a luxury yacht that will please discerning adult charter guests yet is comfortable and cozy, making families with children feel right at home. The highly professional crew is skilled at pampering guests of all ages and are dedicated in making a charter onboard SOVEREIGN a most rewarding and memorable experience.

Boatbookings.com is an excellent source of information on chartering the perfect yacht to cruise around top destinations worldwide. These links will help get you started: SOVEREIGN , Super and Mega Luxury Yacht Charter, Yacht Charter Destinations

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Boatbookings Onboard Johnson 103ft HUEY’S ISLAND: Getting Marooned with Style

HUEY’S ISLAND, a Johnson Yachts trideck model launched in 2009. Dixon Yacht Design was responsible for architecture, exterior styling and interior design, which successfully creates the feel of a casual yet supremely elegant island retreat. Boatbookings was invited onboard to get a personal feel for being castaway on this luxury motor yacht.

Lovely and convenient walk around decks on HUEY’S ISLAND do not noticeably usurp spacious interiors thanks to the 23 ft. beam. Lengthy custom couches in the main salon lead to the dining area that can easily make the transformation from casual to formal. The décor throughout features a warm golden sand palette against wood paneling and cabinetry with subtle yet intricate motifs.

HUEY’S ISLAND has an enviable main deck master suite with plush king size bed that faces panoramic windows. What an extraordinary place to lounge with a gourmet breakfast tray and a mimosa while cruising in to port. Should entertainment be desired the cabinet at the foot of the bed conceals the AV system. Just a few steps down takes guests to the private dual master bathroom that features both shower and Jacuzzi tub.

On the lower deck of HUEY’S ISLAND  are two additional king guest staterooms, one of which also features his and her facilities with shower and tub. All of the guest staterooms have fine linens with delicate tropical patterns, first class amenities, and thoughtful touches such as gentle recessed lighting above the headboard.

The flybridge of HUEY’S ISLAND has it all, a Jacuzzi hot tub, a shaded spacious full service bar, and a roomy dining table with U-shaped banquette seating, perfect for dining al fresco. Airy lounge chairs with adjustable face shades beckon relaxation with a great book.

Toys include two Segways, perfect for zipping around the numerous charming towns of the Bahamas and Caribbean. For guests that love to while away an afternoon fishing, the 35’ Marlago Center Console open fisherman is well equipped.

Boatbookings.com has extensive information on charter yachts and destinations worldwide. Here are a couple of helpful links:  Super and Mega Luxury Yacht Charter,  Yacht Charter Destinations

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154ft Luxury Superyacht AIR: Striking New Heesen Displacement Class Vessel

Heesen Yachts announces the delivery of the sixth vessel in the 47-Metre displacement class, AIR, a dynamic design with a streamlined exterior and pelican beak bow that has become a Heesen trademark. The yacht’s elegant superstructure combined with the sloped wheelhouse windows gives AIR a particularly sleek appearance.

AIR features interior design by Frank Laupman from Omega Architects, who created a classic contemporary style that makes use of ultra-modern loose furniture to create a stylish yet cozy environment. The décor incorporates details in leather, brushed stainless steel and burl wood to make the atmosphere even warmer.

Frank Laupman comments: “The aim of the design was to create a high-contrast modern interior, while avoiding a cold minimalist theme. We used beige and warm accents throughout, blending these with a black-and-white overall mood and incorporating a few elements of intrigue, such as the frosted gemstone lights set into the leather column that strikes down through the central atrium.”

For strategic wood finishes, Laupman chose Japanese elm (Sen) veneer, an exotic pale timber whose strong veins have been brushed and lacquered in satin gloss, and skillfully positioned these adjacent to a darker American walnut to create a sophisticated and at the same time natural atmosphere.

Luxury superyacht AIR accommodates the owner and ten guests in five staterooms, four of these on the lower deck, with the full beam master suite traditionally located on the forward part of the main deck. Two guest suites are located on either side of a central passageway, with a double suite on the port side and to starboard a twin fitted with additional Pullman beds that descend from the deckhead. For added versatility, the two single beds can be easily transformed into a double.

Notable on AIR is the theatre room located on the upper deck, equipped with a 103″ HD Plasma Screen complemented by a full 7.1 Steinway Lyngdorf Audio System. This unique audio installation, designed specifically for AIR, includes two flagship Model D speakers standing nearly 7 feet tall. Together with the center and four surround speakers, they are hand-finished in the same high-gloss black piano finish used on Steinway & Sons pianos and are accented with 24k gold. Completing the system are five Dual Woofers, three located below the plasma screen and two custom-built woofers in the deckhead to the rear. The system uses 6.400 Watts of power to provide flawless reproduction of music and movie sound tracks.

Predecessors to AIR include the extremely popular Caribbean based luxury charter yacht BLIND DATE, and the prolific yard has an additional three 47-meter yachts in build that are scheduled for delivery in 2012.

LOA: 154’

Beam: 29’

Draft: 9.6’

Maximum speed: 15.5 knots

Range: 4,000 nm

Engines: 2 x MTU 20V4000M93L

Boatbookings.com features extensive information on luxury charter yachts and yachting destinations worldwide. Here are some useful links to help launch your search: Super Yacht and Luxury Yacht Charter, Heesen Yachts, Yacht Charter Destinations

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