Boatbookings’ Superyacht of the Week | AWANDRA

This week’s Boatbookings Superyacht of the Week showcases the magnificent 50m Baglietto AWANDRA. She is an exceptional luxury crewed motor yacht which offers the finest yacht charter experiences throughout the highlights of the West Mediterranean.

Blending Baglietto’s Italian craftsmanship with expansive living spaces, contemporary elegance, and outstanding performance, AWANDRA is the ultimate choice for discerning guests seeking the very best of the glamorous French Riviera and the spectacular coastline of Sardinia this summer.

Bespoke Interiors and Social Layout

AWANDRA offers the finest designer interiors, generous accommodation, and contemporary indoor and outdoor living areas. Additionally, she creates the ideal setting for both relaxation and entertaining. Furthermore, her expansive sun decks invite guests to take in the amazing views of Cannes and Monaco. Get ready to enjoy long alfresco lunches and sip champagne as the sun sets over St Tropez!

Spend your days hopping between the French Riviera’s most exclusive destinations. From enjoying a leisurely lunch at La Guérite on the Île Sainte-Marguerite off Cannes to indulging in Michelin-starred dining experiences in Monaco.

Cutting Edge Beach Club & Toys

AWANDRA’s impressive beach club provides effortless access to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. Overall, her extensive collection of water toys promises endless fun for guests of all ages. Whether you’re paddleboarding through the tranquil bays of the Maddalena Islands, enjoying exhilarating tow sports, or arriving in style at Sardinia’s most fashionable beach clubs. As a result, every day aboard AWANDRA is tailored to your perfect charter experience.

Accommodating up to 10 guests in five beautifully appointed staterooms, AWANDRA is ideal for families and groups of friends alike. In addition, guests love her spacious social areas, attentive professional crew, and elegant atmosphere. As a result, AWANDRA provides the perfect balance of luxury, comfort, and adventure, ensuring every moment on board is memorable.

Make a Boatbookings enquiry today to begin planning your Summer 2026 or 2027 luxury yacht charter aboard AWANDRA. The Boatbookings Charter Specialists will design a bespoke itinerary tailored entirely to your preferences. Get ready to combine the glamour of the French Riviera with the natural beauty of Sardinia for an unforgettable superyacht experience.

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Ben Sutton

Lewis Hamilton Joins Ferrari: A New Era for the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix

Formula 1 is no stranger to historic moments, but few announcements have sent shockwaves through the motorsport world than Lewis Hamilton’s decision to join Ferrari for the 2025 season. The seven-time world champion’s move to the iconic Italian team marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, one that will undoubtedly add even more drama to one of F1’s most prestigious races—the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix—running from the 22^nd to the 25^th May 2025. What better way to witness the action than from the deck of a luxury yacht?

Hamilton and Ferrari: A Dream Partnership?

Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari is more than just a transfer – it’s a seismic shift in Formula 1 history. Ferrari, the most successful team in the sport’s history, has long been a symbol of passion and prestige. Yet their last drivers’ championship win dates back to 2007. With Hamilton’s experience and relentless drive, Ferrari fans hope he can bring the Scuderia back to the top.

Monaco is a circuit where precision and skill are paramount, making it a key test for Hamilton in red. With its tight streets and unforgiving barriers, it could be the perfect stage for him to showcase his talent in a Ferrari. Can he break the team’s Monaco drought and add another win to his tally? The world will be watching.

Monaco Grand Prix 2025: The Ultimate F1 Experience

The Monaco Grand Prix isn’t just a race—it’s the most glamorous event on the F1 calendar. Celebrities, royalty, and business moguls descend upon the Principality each May, making it the place to be for motorsport enthusiasts and luxury seekers alike. The thrill of F1 cars roaring through the streets, combined with Monaco’s breathtaking coastal scenery, creates an atmosphere unlike any other.

For fans looking to experience the event in style, a luxury yacht charter is the ultimate way to enjoy the race. Watching the action from a superyacht anchored in Monaco’s harbor provides unbeatable views and an exclusive social scene. Imagine sipping champagne on deck while Hamilton battles for victory just meters away—an experience few can match.

Chartering a Yacht for Monaco 2025

A Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter offers more than just a front-row seat to the race. It’s an immersive luxury experience, complete with gourmet dining, VIP parties, and world-class hospitality. Whether you choose a sleek motor yacht or a classic sailing vessel, having your own floating retreat guarantees the best of Monaco and the French Riviera, both on and off the track.

With Hamilton in Ferrari red, the excitement of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix, and the glamour of Monte Carlo’s dazzling harbor, this year’s race promises to be unforgettable. Will you be there to witness history in the making?

Our Boatbookings Charter Experts have years of experience organizing charters for the Grand Prix and can help you find the perfect boat and berth for your needs. We recommend enquiring at least six months to a year in advance because of the race’s popularity.

Posted on March 14, 2025 by admin

Tie-up responsibly: How are marinas facilitating the green revolution?

Whether you are on a bareboat charter catamaran or a crewed charter catamaran, alongside fantastic anchorages, you will likely also want to tie up in a marina or two on your travels.

But marinas significantly impact the environment. They cater to hundreds of boats coming and going, which can have various negative impacts. Firstly this movement can disrupt the local ecosystem if not managed appropriately, and visitors discharge multiple wastes and trash. Marinas are beginning to recognize that they can harm the environment without protocols and mindful practices in place, with now many keen to be greener.

The two leading global initiatives are the Clean Marinas Program and The Blue Flag award, both setting standards for better eco-awareness and environmental preservation.

At Boatbookings, we love hearing about innovative marina designs and sustainable practices being implemented. We take a look at some marinas around the world and how they are becoming greener:

Rybovich, West Plam Beach

The Florida-based Rybovich marina provides berths for boats up to 100m. They meet the stringent criteria to gain its ‘clean marina’ status through various procedures. The comprehensive recycling center and drainage system that captures almost all the water in the shipyard, which is then filtered and reused both contribute to this. The marina was one of the first partners supporting the Water Revolution Foundation, working to enhance the sustainability credentials of the boating industry. Rybovich is part of the Safe Harbour marina group, which recently partnered with X-Shore to allow and increase easier access to fully electric boats in the USA.

Blue Haven, Turks & Caicos

Recently reopened this year, the Blue Haven marina in Turks & Caicos Islands in the Caribbean has improved its green agenda while gaining the acclaimed Blue Flag award. The marina has increased ecological awareness and conservation commitments by utilizing eco-friendly cleaning and products at the facilities. Sustainable materials and renewable energy are also used throughout. It is part of the IGY group, which in 2021 also pledged to reduce and offset its carbon footprint across its network, helping future-proof its portfolio.

Port Vauban, France

Not only does the largest marina in Europe, Port Vauban in Antibes, have a Blue Flag award, but it was also the first in Alpes Maritime to join the French charter of the environment, striving for best practices in eco-preservation. The marina has gradually replaced fossil-fuel-powered vehicles with a fleet of electric golf carts and bikes. They also have robots collecting floating waste at various port locations and an extensive recycling system.

Flisvos Marina, Greece

Flisvos Marina in Athens won the ‘Smart and Sustainable marina award, 2022’ at the international competition at the Monaco Yacht Club. The marina uses electricity from 100% renewable sources, keeps water quality at swimming level, and has many environmental campaigns. They also facilitate 16 recycling streams and use environmentally friendly building materials within its walls. Flisvos is part of the D Marin group, recognized for its unwavering commitment to ESG and environmental concerns.

These are just some positive changes we have seen from innovative cleaning solutions, responsible waste channels, renewable energy, and environmental awareness. At Boatbookings, we hope these initiatives will be rolled out in all marinas soon. Contact us today to learn more about the greener catamaran charters we offer and what marinas you can visit!

Posted on October 2, 2023 by admin

Yacht Show Season: Showing Off Sustainably

After a successful summer in the Mediterranean, we are approaching the anticipated yacht show season. Yacht shows are the highlight of our boating calendars and are not to be missed.

In recent years, more efforts have been made to host greener shows with more exhibitors with sustainable solutions and better initiatives for running a more sustainable event.

At Boatbookings, sustainability is high on our agenda, particularly with our offerings and our greener crewed charter catamarans. With the Cannes Yacht Show (12-17 September) and the Monaco Yacht Show (27-30 September) on the horizon, we reflect on some of the initiatives yacht show organizers and attendees are doing to help step up sustainability.

Waste less

Yacht shows have long been tarnished with excessive waste. From setting up temporary infrastructure to a lot of single-use plastic, we are seeing a shift in recent years. There are numerous small changes that are helping reduce waste, such as lanyards being either made from recyclable materials or being returned to be reused. Other marketing materials such as business cards, brochures, and flags have also started to pop up in reusable and recyclable materials – we most recently came across business cards you could plant and grow into a flower! There have also been moves for event organizers to be more mindful of infrastructure. For example, after last year’s Fort Lauderdale show, the marquees were donated to a sea turtle conservation organization.

Offsetting travel

It isn’t a surprise that people come far and wide to yacht shows. The boating community is global, and this additional travel adds to the carbon footprint. However, more organizations and attendees recognize this and have begun to offset their carbon responsibility, contributing to environmental projects. We already have our carbon emissions calculator to calculate emissions for each boat, allowing you to offset when you charter. Perhaps more shows could also have this in place. Last year Palm Beach Show teamed up with Yacht Carbon Offset to facilitate this.

Catering to sustainability

Yacht shows usually have many opportunities to network over meals and drinks. More shows have implemented sustainability initiatives regarding their catering suppliers, for example, using local and seasonal produce and composting any waste. As well as these choices, many of them also aim to use better packaging and minimize single-use plastic.

Platform for change – Electric featured yachts and sustainability hubs

The yacht shows are the perfect opportunity to showcase innovative technology in the realm of sustainability, such as advanced propulsion or products made from eco-friendly materials. They also set the stage for effective discussions around sustainability. Many of them hold specific seminars, presentations, and workshops on the future of the industry. Some also have dedicated areas to showcase sustainability, such as the ‘Green Route’ at the Cannes Yacht Show, highlighting exhibitors’ sustainable solutions, and the Sustainability hub at the Monaco Yacht Show. For instance, Sailia Yachts will be in the Hub with their line of fully electric motor yachts that can accelerate to 32 knots in 7 seconds!

Contact us to meet one of our Boatbookings brokers at any of the upcoming shows, to chat all things sustainability, and to find out about our greener crewed charter catamarans.

Posted on September 6, 2023 by admin

Top Three new Eco-Friendly Yachts at the Monaco Yacht Show 2022

The highly anticipated Monaco Yacht Show is here! Held between the 28th September and 1st October, the exclusive event is where top manufacturers showcase the latest superyachts to clients and the industry.

Boatbookings visits the show each year to discover the newest designs, technologies, and yachting trends, and to personally view the top yachts and crews in the superyacht industry. We have selected the top 3 superyachts we are most excited to see this year, each one demonstrating the future of superyachts!

80 Sunreef Power

Built with long cruising distances in mind, the 80 Sunreef Power bridges the gap between ultimate comfort and seaworthiness. With its smooth and steady cruising, the 80 Sunreef Power glides through the water at 18 knots. Boasting expansive living spaces, perfect for sunning and relaxation, the 80 Sunreef Power is fully customisable and able to accommodate up to 12 guests.

A main feature of the yacht has to be the impressive master suite, spacious with a king bed, vast ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The light and modern interior compliments the luxury feel throughout the yacht, including the impeccably styled VIP suite and large double cabins. The large flybridge offers enough room for a spa pool and generous social spaces. The 80 Sunreef Power effortlessly delivers comfort and luxury.

80 Sunreef Eco

The 80 Sunreef Eco is making waves in the industry as a truly impressive eco-responsible super yacht that is pioneering the move towards responsible luxury sailing. Guests can enjoy fully-electric silent cruising thanks to the custom-built solar panels and green gadgetry onboard. The 80 Sunreef eco aims ‘to create and promote a new philosophy of responsible yachting’. Her striking and stylish interior impresses the eye, and her expansive decks provide beautiful uninterrupted views. The 80 Sunreef eco really is the perfect charter yacht for green, luxury cruising.

Silent Vision F82

This hybrid catamaran is driving positive change with its solar panels on the extended flybridge and state-of-the-art batteries. Guests can enjoy a noiseless experience and zero emissions when anchored or docked in a marina. Her new design dedicates vast spaces for socialising on the forward deck. A bright interior contrasts the striking dark exterior with impressive, stylish guest rooms in the form of one large master suite, and 3 ensuite guest cabins, providing an ultimate feeling of comfort and luxury living. For those looking to enjoy stunning views in style and comfort the Silent Vision F82 is sure to provide just that.

Our team attends the Monaco Yacht Show every year and we always look forward to experiencing the newest innovations in the yachting market, and sharing our recommendations for your own luxury yacht charter.

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Posted on September 27, 2022 by admin