A Bond Style Cruise Down the River Thames

Cruising down the River Thames in London in a speedboat comes with extreme style and class. Be James Bond for the day on your own private charter, whilst speeding along the Thames. We can offer you SHAKEN NOT STIRRED, the Sunseeker Superhawk 34 which features in the Bond film The World is Not Enough.

SHAKEN NOT STIRRED is driven by Cigar Girl in one of the longest pre-title sequences in the Bond series. This is the actual Sunseeker Superhawk which features in the chase along the Thames from MI6 building to the Millenium Dome, now more commonly known as the O2 Arena, passing many of the well-known sights that London has to offer along the river. She is available for you to charter for your own personal Bond experience from £1,900 per day. Fortunately for you, SHAKEN NOT STIRRED wasn’t blown up as shown in the film – the delights of special effects! She is a fantastic Sunseeker with one cabin, and is perfect for an unforgettable day out along the Thames to see the best views that London has to offer.

A fan of Bond boats? Check out REGINA, a crewed Pruva sailing yacht, which featured in the most recent Bond film SKYFALL. Regina
At www.boatbookings.com,we organize luxury yacht charters all around the world with our highly qualified team that has intimate knowledge of the destinations and yachts that are available. 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 time!

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Posted on March 27, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Explore the Beautiful Lake Garda on a Classic Riva Aquarama

Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy, spanning almost 52km in length, located just west of Verona. Sitting in a stunning alpine valley, the scenery and architecture are picturesque. The lake is well known for its water sports and outdoor activities. Whether you want to try your hand at kite surfing, wind surfing or mountain biking, the choices are endless! There are many towns spotted around Lake Garda, one being the fortified town of Sirmione, home to the Scaglier castle complete with a rare example of port fortification – the town is also famous for its thermal springs.

Given the size of Lake Garda and the many places to visit along its shore, the best way to take the chance to explore them is of course by boat. With so much water around, it is the most obvious option! This Riva Aquarama is a fantastic classic style speedboat,
and has been likened to the Ferrari of the boat and yachting world. Carved from mahogany wood, the Riva Aquarama comes with its own unique vintage image. The Aquarama has featured in films such as GoldenEye, and was also driven by Jude Law in a recent Dior advert – the boat is clearly a stylish and popular choice! The Riva Aquarama is available to charter with skipper at €1,700 per day on Lake Garda.

At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect 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 March 13, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Exploring the Greek Islands on a Luxury Sailing Yacht

The Greek Islands are some of the most beautiful in the world, providing charterers with an incredible experience of culture, history and natural beauty. We have come up with a brilliant 7-day itinerary, starting in Athens with stops at Mykonos, Paros and Santorini. Get ready for traditional Greek tavernas, brilliant seafood and a host of small shops and bars!

Day 1 – ATHENS – KEA

Kea is an exceptionally picturesque island. On the south side of Nikolaos Bay – which was a pirate stronghold in the 13th c. – lies the little port of Korissia, built on the side of ancient Korissia. One of our highlights is the beautiful anchorage of Poleis. Vourkari is a small bay with many traditional taverns, small shops and bars and is certainly worth a visit.

Day 2 – KEA – SYROS

The beautiful harbour at Syros is a landmark in Greek history. The beauty of this island is mostly due to its superb capital, which has many Venetian and Neo–Classical buildings, and to its many small villages which are examples of Cycladic settlements.

Day 3 – SYROS – MYKONOS

The most popular island of Cyclades Group, famous from the international jet set visitors. Mykonos is the St Tropez of the Greek Islands. A very active night-life in combination with beautiful beaches and excellent restaurants makes this place a must see in your list.

Day 4 – MYKONOS – PAROS

Considered as one of the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades. Three bays cut deep inland – in the west, the sheltered Paroikia Bay, with the island’s capital that serves as the main sailing port. In the north the bay which shelters the little town of Naoussa, which in Roman times was the island’s main port for the shipment of Lychnites marble; and in the east the flat Marmara bay. Paros is on the way of becoming the next Mykonos, especially among Greeks, it has fantastic night life and plenty of choices for dining.

Day 5 – PAROS – NAXOS

Naxos is one of the biggest islands of Cyclades. The old town market, the Venetian castle, the church of Panagia Mirtidiotissa are only but a few of the many things that Naxos has to offer to the visitors. It is an island with impressive mountainous landscapes with many isolated traditional villages and some of Europe’s most beautiful golden sandy beaches. Everybody who visits Naxos comes back, it is a unique place with more than 98 km of breathtaking sandy beaches.

Day 6 – NAXOS – IOS

A small island in the heart of the Cyclades – Ios is said to be the island of youth, where young people from all over the world meet and enjoy their summers. Famous for its vivid nightlife with an uncountable number of bars, cafés, clubs and restaurants and for its beaches with crystal clear waters. The little port of Ios, with the domed Church of Ayia Irini (17th c.) lies in a sheltered bay on the west coast of the island. One kilometre up the fertile Kato Kampos Valley, conspicuously and picturesquely situated on the hillside, is the chief place on the island, Ios.

Day 7 – IOS – SANTORINI

Santorini has become one of the most iconic islands in the world, thanks to its setting, delicious cuisine and wines, as well as the breathtaking views over the submerged volcano. Whether you are looking for a beach with red, white or black sand, Santorini has it all! Our favourite luxury sailing yacht in this region is the stunning CALISTO, an 80ft Nautors Swan. She has 3 spacious staterooms, accommodating up to 6 guests, making this a very popular choice for families.

At Boatbookings.com, we are constantly trying to improve in every department. Whether it is discovering new yachts available for charter, getting to know a crew or exploring our charter destinations, we strive to be the very best so that we can pass on our valuable experience to our clients. Our expertise, professionalism, guidance and willingness to go the extra mile ensures that our customers have the very best time possible on their luxury yacht charter!

Posted on March 11, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter the Luxury Sailing Yacht SILENCIO!

Are you interested in chartering in the Caribbean? SILENCIO has it all and will provide guests with a once in a lifetime charter. Accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 large and spacious State Cabins, there is no better way to truly relax and get away from your worries than by chartering this luxurious sailing yacht!

SILENCIO is the third of a fantastic series of 50m luxury sailing yacht designed by Perini Navi in 2001 and extensively refitted in 2012. Her dark black hull contrasted with the brilliant white of her superstructure creates the picture of elegance and quality craftsmanship. She also boasts stunning custom interior by the award-winning designer Christian Liaigre. Available to charter from €134,500 per week she is worth every cent!

Inside, the wooden paneling, cherry joinery and elegant upholstery combined with the crew of 9 to look to your any need will ensure you bask in luxury. The Master cabin even has an owners study for that work that really can’t wait and a lounge that converts into a fifth cabin if necessary.

With the enormous array of water toys at your disposal there is no end of fun available on board for guests! There are paddle boards, sea bobs, kayaks, diving equipment for 9, extensive fishing gear, wakeboards, waterskis, the list goes on! If you are interested in SILENCIO get in touch with us at Boatbookings.com!

We are constantly trying to improve in every department. Whether it is discovering new yachts available for charter, getting to know a crew or exploring our charter destinations, we strive to be the very best so that we can pass on our valuable experience to our clients. Our expertise, professionalism, guidance and willingness to go the extra mile ensures that our customers have the very best time possible on their luxury yacht charter!

Posted on March 7, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The New Cannes Office!

It was a momentous occasion when the Boatbookings team up-rooted itself from its previous office location in Sophia Antipolis to return to Cannes and a new office at 47 Avenue St Louis – a sign of Boatbookings continued expansion and success in the yacht industry.

It is important for us to be in Cannes because it means we are right on top of what is going on on the French Riviera. It means we can solidify our already close links with suppliers and CA’s and can react to any problems by going direct to to their office. It is but a ten minute walk to the port and we can see and board the very yachts that we are proposing to our clients. This is so important as it means we have first hand knowledge of these yachts; their strengths and weaknesses and means we can select the perfect yacht for a clients charter. For example, Rhino – a Riva Domino 86 is ever present in the Cannes port and we regularly walk past her distinctive lines and unique colour. She comes highly recommended here at Boatbookings!

Our fun and dynamic team made light work of the mountain of chairs and tables that needed assembling, and by the end of the afternoon we were standing in a brand new office – ready for a busy summer ahead!

Why not check out our site 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 March 6, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓