Charter a Luxury Yacht in Greece

Greece is the perfect holiday destination for all ages, with its turquoise waters and and white beaches who could say no? With approximately 1,400 islands of which 227 are inhabited, there is plenty of space for everyone, and so much to explore. Each island has its own character and attractions, and classical history and ruins abound, so it is worth taking the opportunity to visit a few, and what better way to island hop than in your own luxury yacht?

Mykonos, in the most famous group of Greek islands known at the Cyclades, is always worth a visit. The close proximity of the 39 islands in the Cyclades means there is plenty to explore, and always another island to visit. Mykonos draws in visitors with its whitewashed homes and blue-domed churches that you will only find in this area of Greece. As the “Island of the Winds” according to Greek folk culture Mykonos is a focal point of international jet-set. Regardless of your holiday program; whether you are after the local history and tradition, the local and international cuisine or just wishing to relax by the sea and sun, Mykonos will meet your expectations. However, the best way to grasp the beauty of this Greek island, is by being able to see the whole thing, and its neighbouring islands, so obviously the best option for visiting Greece is by boat.

So, if you are looking to charter in Greece for a week, charter PARIS A, a luxury Maiora 35-DP. She is perfect for exploring the Greek islands, and gives you the chance to venture off the beaten path to places that may not be on your typical destination guide, but this way you can explore the ‘real’ Greece. With stylish interior design, she welcomes you in for a comfortable ride. She also has a huge sun deck, perfect for day time sunbathing or night time partying. With a range of water toys to try out as well, what better what to experience the Greek waters?

Looking to charter a yacht in Greece? Head to www.boatbookings.com, the leading online yacht charter broker, or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists will get back to you shortly.

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Posted on December 19, 2012 by admin

Sleek and Sexy – The Joys of Chartering a Luxury Sunseeker Yacht

Sunseeker is one of the world’s pre-eminent yacht builders and one of the truly global brands in the yacht business over the past 40 years. This luxury yachting marque employs the most talented team of designers and craftsmen and this really shows in the product. Sunseeker state that owning one of their products has “become an aspiration for many” and that “owning a Sunseeker is the ultimate lifestyle statement.” You know that the British company are doing something right when they are the yacht of choice for the ultimate British hero, James Bond! The range of Predators, Manhattans and Super Yachts have become iconic symbols in the yachting world and can be found in the majority of the worlds most prestigious ports!

REHAB, a luxurious Sunseeker Predator 68 is the perfect day charter yacht, available from Antibes in the South of France. This yacht is a Boatbookings favourite, thanks to her incredible can-do crew of Michael who has great knowledge of the local area and Emma, who knows exactly how to make sure that her clients have the very best time possible on board. She would be the ultimate Christmas present for your partner and we look forward to your enquiries in the New Year.

The Sunseeker Predator 84 luxury motor yacht ALVIUM is one of the most iconic yachts that is available for charter in Ibiza. She has 4 modern and visually gorgeous cabins, accommodating up to 8 guests. Her styling is bold and striking, yet elegant. Make sure to make the most of her water toys, which will keep the ‘big kids’ and children entertained for hours. Her decks incorporate sun pads, large tables, a wet bar and a BBQ, perfect for those long summer days in the sun!

JEEL II is one of our favourite luxury charter yachts on the French Riviera, accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 stunning cabins. Her decks are incredible and include a spacious Flybridge which provides the ultimate sunbathing space for your closest friends and families. She has a great can-do crew who will attend to your every need to ensure that you have the very best experience possible on board.

Have you never chartered before? At 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 December 18, 2012 by admin

Luxury Lürssen Super Yacht OCTOPUS comes to the rescue, again!

Lürssen 126.2m OCTOPUS has come to the rescue yet again for a second time in 2012, with its crew helping a stricken sailor who had come into danger after damaging its sails. They came across the 11.6m sailing yacht, Sequel, whose crew had activated a 406 MHz Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) 645 miles south-west of San Diego, California. Octopus’ crew had earlier in the year conducted a search for a missing plane, whilst cruising in the Pacific Ocean. Lürssen yachts are normally associated with cutting edge design, luxury and elegance and not sea rescue!

S/Y Sequel was on its way to Catalina when its sails were damaged, rendering it helpless and prompting the US Coast Guard to request Octopus to assist the damaged yacht, as an Amver participating vessel. Amver is a US Coast Guard-sponsored ship reporting system for the assistance of vessels in distress. According to the Amver blog, Octopus arrived on the scene within three hours. The blog continued:

‘Octopus’ embarked a 37 year old passenger from the sailboat and transferred 80 litres of fuel, food, and water to the skipper of the ‘Sequel’ who was refusing to abandon his sailboat. The sailboat was only making four knots but the skipper insisted he could make the voyage to California.??The passenger embarked on 'Octopus' was complaining of stomach pains and was treated by nursing staff on-board the megayacht. ‘Octopus' disembarked the survivor in Honolulu.

Posted on December 17, 2012 by admin

Cruise the Croatian Coast on your Luxury Yacht Charter!

The Croatian coast on the Adriatic Sea is well-established on the holiday scene. The coast is ideal for a boating holiday, with so many islands and ports there are plenty of places to travel around, to and from. Yet along with these, there are still plenty of secluded areas where you can escape from the rest of the world. Choosing to explore the sea on your own boat gives you a far better chance to see more, as the ferries will not stop off at every small island, whereas with your own luxury yacht you can!

The 350km worth of Dalmatian coast welcomes you with medieval towns, impressive landscapes and beaches ranging from sandy to pebbly. Add to this picturesque ports and peaceful coves, Croatia cannot help but to entice you to come and visit. With more than 1400 islands at your fingertips, many of these are still unspoiled and offer a pristine island to explore. Croatia's beaches are ranked as some of the cleanest in Europe, so it only makes sense that its seas are clean and clear too. Take the chance to cut through the waves on your luxury yacht charter today!

Chartering TUGARKA, a gorgeous Ferretti 881, is a fantastic way to explore the Adriatic Sea around Croatia. She can accommodate up to 10 guests in 4 cabins, so is a great choice if you want to enjoy a Mediterranean holiday with your friends. TUGARKA has a well experienced crew, who know the Croatian waters like the backs of their hands, so they will know the best spots for tourism and the bustling beaches, but they will also be able to take you to the islands which are visited by fewer people, so you can see escape the hustle and bustle and visit the almost untouched areas of Croatia. She also has a great range of water toys, ranging from towable toys to jet skis, so you can also make the most of the warm seas.

Looking to charter a yacht? Head to www.boatbookings.com, the leading online yacht charter broker, or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists will get back to you shortly.

Posted on December 14, 2012 by admin

Chartering a Pershing Luxury Yacht!

Pershing are one of the most prestigious yachting brands in the market, renowned for their sleek lines, sporty performance and extremely high build quality. The brand has been around for the past 25 years and their three aims of innovation, passion and creativity have been the basis of their designs and success. The Italian manufacturer uses advanced construction methods,powerful engines producing 7400 MHP, surface propellers, hydrojets and gas turbines to give a distinctive style and sporty performance, reaching speeds of up to 52 knots! Pershing yachts are produced at the Mondolfo yard – a cutting edge 55,000 sq. meter site, where production meets design and technology.

One of our favourite Pershing yachts is the 90ft TIGER LILY OF LONDON, available for charter in Spain and the Balearic Islands. She is the ‘ultimate stylish charter yacht’, accommodating up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. She is perfect for charters around Ibiza and Formentera, providing guests with unadulterated luxury and some of the best lounging decks, which are perfect for sunbathing. She combines great looks and luxury with performance, traveling at speeds of up to 44 knots! She will catch the eye of everyone, no matter whether you are passing a cruise ship or a 90m super yacht. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to charter this Pershing next summer!

Another great Pershing luxury charter yacht is the 88ft hard top SPIRIT OF ZEN, available for charter in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates. This Pershing has 4 well appointed cabins that will cater for even the most discerning guests and is available for events such as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. She is available for day charters, accommodating up to 12 guests and would make the ideal luxury birthday present. We look forward to your enquiries!

Our top Pershing luxury yacht has to be the stunning 115ft MISTRAL 55, available for charters on the French Riviera. This is one of the most luxurious and visually impressive yachts available for charter and is arguably better looking than a Palmer Johnson! She is available for day charters from Cannes and will have you in Portofino by lunch time, reaching speeds of 50 knots with the use of a gas turbine. She is a ‘must’ to charter and we cannot recommend her highly enough!

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 December 13, 2012 by admin