The 2014 Singapore Yacht Show is going to be BIG – find out more here!

This year’s Singapore Yacht Show is set to be the biggest ever with several top Super Yachts confirmed to be on show as more and more of them are choosing to charter in South East Asia. Boatbookings.com Charter Director Kevin is preparing for the show which starts on the 10th April and finishes on the 13th April, here are some of his top picks and yachts to look out for.

VERTIGO

At 67m VERTIGO is one of the largest and most imposing Super Yachts in the world. VERTIGO is another awesome creation from Alloy Yachts, she has already won several prestigious accolades such as Sailing Yacht of the Year at the World Super Yacht Awards. With a contemporary and totally unique interior and unbelievable exterior spaces, VERTIGO is surely everybody’s charter dream. We’re looking forward to hearing what our own expert Kevin thinks of her!

EXUMA

EXUMA is a futuristic Super Yacht and has been designed for discovery and exploration with a shallow hull, her extensive list of water toys even includes an amphibious jeep! EXUMA is currently on a world tour and will be featuring at this year’s show before cruising Indonesia, the Seychelles and Tanzania in the coming months. EXUMA is set to be a show stopper, we’re looking forward to hearing more – stay tuned!

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Posted on April 7, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Experience The Island Of Tioman On Board Your Luxury Charter – A Lush Tropical Paradise In The South China Sea

Beautiful and breathtaking Tioman Island, lies at the heart of the South China Sea. Lush tropical jungle covers 12,000 hectares of the island and an abundance of mountain streams and waterfalls sustain the many protected species of mammals and birds.

At 20km long and 11km wide, Tioman is a mountainous island known for its steep green ridges, white sands and engulfing turquoise seas. A yacht charter in this spectacular region provides a gateway to a handful of idyllic and picturesque islands, such as Dayang, Sibu and Besar.

Tioman Island is indeed blessed with some world-class dive sites and is a great scuba diving destination for both beginners and experience divers alike.

The island boasts a range of unique and well preserved dive sites, with 29 on offer and all of which are accessible by boat in less than 30 minutes.Marvel at the gentle nurse sharks, darting yellow striped snappers and majestic blue dotted stingrays in their natural environment.

Tioman Island is an excellent chartering destination. The island is graced with long sunny days, calm seas and a gentle northeasterly breeze from April until September. With a near-Polynesian feel, tropical climate and idyllic setting charter a luxury yacht around Tioman Island today.

DRUMBEAT is a luxury crewed sailing yacht accommodating up to 11 guests in 5 spacious and lavish cabins.This beautiful charter yacht combines elegance with performance and is ideal for family vacations and sailing holidays around South East Asia.

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. If you would like to charter in South East Asia please feel free to contact us on [email protected] this magnificent sailing yacht today!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by admin

The Singapore Yacht Show and Asia Pacific Super Yacht Conference 2013

This years Singapore Yacht Show and Asia Pacific Super Yacht Conference will take this place this year from the 18th to the 21st April at the One 15 Marina Club at Sentosa Cove. The show provides a great platform for yachting professionals to develop new business in Asia, which is increasingly becoming one of the most vibrant and fastest growing markets in the world. The luxury Sentosa Cove is the perfect home for the Singapore Yacht Show, bringing together the worlds best yachts, glamorous parties and high-end entertainment. Expect to see the newest releases from Feadship, CRN and San Lorenzo, as well as luxury motor yachts from Sunseeker, Fairline and Azimut.

As a yachting destination, Singapore is ideal for short sailing trips through the city and neighboring islands, as well as for longer charters to Malaysia and Indonesia. Where else would you be able to get such a diverse trip in a limited time frame? Singapore is also one of the leading business centers of the world and a very popular tourist hub, connecting Europe to the Far East and beyond. Many local businesses choose to organise corporate events and team building exercises on yachts in Singapore, providing their employees with a memorable and motivational day out.

We have a stunning Azimut 116 available for day charters from Singapore, accommodating up to 30 guests for a private or corporate event. This is one of the finest motor yachts on the charter market in the Asia Pacific region and makes the ideal companion for cruises through the city and around the southern islands of Singapore. Whether you want this yacht for a large corporate event or small private event, we can help to organise the very best itinerary for you, as well as the finest catering. Are you looking to charter a yacht but not sure how to go about it? We have a great tool for helping you to plan your charter and once you have decided which yacht to go for, all you have to do is to send us an enquiry and we would be delighted to make it happen for you.

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 January 30, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

An Insight into the Miami Boat Show 2013, Part I

The Miami International Boat Show is Florida’s largest annual event, showcasing more than 3,000 boats and 2,000 exhibitors in three locations for 4 days from the 14th February. The Miami Beach Convention Centre, the Sea Isle Marina and Miamarina at Bayside will host the event which is often regarded as one of the best places for a preview of the upcoming yachting season. So what should you expect from the show? No matter whether you are looking for the latest powerboats, sailboats, ribs, marine electronics and accessories, look no further than this years show. There really is something for everyone! If you are not looking to buy something, the show is still worth a visit, thanks to the numerous seminars where you are bound to acquire knowledge. Tickets start at $20 per day for adults, with a 5 day pass at $85 and kids going free with a paying adult. So if you are in town and looking for something to do, don’t miss the chance to go to this show and see everything that it has to offer.

If you are a catamaran lover, you will be delighted to find some of the finest Lagoon, Leopard and Fountain Pajot’s on offer at this years show. Amongst our team, it is quite clear to see that Lagoon catamarans are some of our favourites, thanks to their build quality, comfort and style. We have a large number available for charter throughout the world, including the Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and Caribbean. However, one of our latest additions is the luxurious Lagoon 620 in Singapore, available for large event charters for up to 27 guests. Singapore is one of the worlds largest hubs, with excellent retail outlets, cultural hotspots and beaches, making this an ideal destination to charter a yacht for either a corporate or personal event. For other Singapore charter yachts, please click here and contact Kevin who will be delighted to help you organise an unforgettable day out!

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.

Posted on January 18, 2013 by admin

Late Christmas and New Years Eve Charter in Phuket!

We’ve just caught wind of a special sailboat offer on S/Y ASIA, a fantastic crewed yacht available in the Far East. In 5 sumptuous cabins, she provides accommodation for up to 10 guests. She is available throughout Phuket (Thailand), Langkawi (Malaysia), Mergui Archipelago (Myanmar) and the Andaman Islands (India). She has an all inclusive charter rate of €4,700 per day, excluding alcohol and diving costs.

She is currently available throughout Christmas and New Years and would love to accept your charter enquiries.

If you would like to receive more information with regards to booking your luxury 2013 charter yacht, please enquire through our website, www.boatbookings.com, where one of our Charter Specialists will be happy to help you plan the experience of a lifetime. You can also send your charter enquiries to [email protected], and one of the team will get back to you shortly with some proposals.

Posted on December 6, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓