Charter CALYPSO for your perfect day trip in the French Riviera! – Part 1

The French Riviera is one of the most popular yachting destinations in the world for a reason; simply it is among the most beautiful. Why not take CALYPSO, a brand new 2013 Princess 60 luxury motor yacht from Antibes to St Tropez for the day and best appreciate the beauty of the Le Cote d’Azur in both style and luxury! Start from Port Vauban in Antibes, home to Chateau Grimaldi – once a stronghold of the Monaco royalty – and to Pablo Picasso. From there, cruise past the beautiful Iles des Lerins and long white beaches to St Tropez where you could dine at Club 55 – one of the most well known sea side restaurants in the area.

There is no better way to appreciate the South of France than in the elegance and luxury of CALYPSO. Accommodating up to 6 guests in 3 spacious cabins that combine both classic and contemporary elements, there is no better way to relax or entertain guests in complete comfort than here on CALYPSO, whose crew of two are always on hand to help ensure you have the very best experience.

 

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? 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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A Guide to Chartering a Luxury Yacht on the French Riviera Part III

Golfe Juan.

Golfe Juan marks the spot where Naploeon returned to France after exile on the island Elba. Obviously, if it’s important enough for Napoleon to go there, it’s important for us. Golfe Juan is home to many of our French Riviera sailboats, so if you’re looking to charter bareboat, or bareboat with skipper, Golfe Juan is the place to visit. Nestled between the Iles des Lerins and Cap d’Antibes, the clear warm waters are perfect for taking a dip.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Want to try your hand at sailing? This Hanse 470, available from 2,750 € per week is a  fantastic choice of sailing yacht. Whether you want to sail yourself, or sit back and let a skipper do the job for you, prepare yourself for a relaxing week along the French coast.

Cannes.

This has to be one of the most famous places in the French Riviera. Home to the Cannes Film Festival, this city attracts some of the biggest names in showbiz throughout the year. Cannes has some fantastic private beaches, with amazing restaurants that make great stop-off points for lunch during your charter. Events are held all year round at the Palais des Festivals, keeping Cannes busy throughout the year.

PURA VIDA, a Princess 68, will give you a fantastic day trip around Cannes. Whether you want to visit the Iles des Lerins to explore the more secluded area of Cannes, or want to whizz up and down the coast to visit the surrounding towns of the Côte d’Azur, you can do on this spacious Princess.

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? 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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A Guide to Chartering a Luxury Yacht on the French Riviera Part II

Nice.

Capital of the French Riviera, Nice has something to offer for everyone. A cosmopolitan city and the main entry point to the Côte D’Azur, Nice is a perfect place to disembark a plane, and board a boat. The famous Promenade des Anglais runs along the waterfront of Nice, and offers splendid views out to sea, and these views are just as good looking back to land from your yacht!

If you’re looking for a charter vacation out of Nice, TILUSA a gorgeous Ferretti 26, from €36,000 per week, is one of our top choices. With modern and stylish furnishings, you will feel perfectly at ease as you set off on your luxury holiday cruising the French Riviera.

Antibes.

Not always the first ‘port of call’ for everybody, Antibes really should be. Home to Port Vauban, the largest yachting harbour in Europe, we have plenty of yachts to choose from! With some of the best beaches on the French Riviera, Antibes is the place to go for lovers of sun and sea.


Whether you want a day out from Antibes or a few days out at sea, this Princess 60, CALYPSO, will give you all that you could want.  With a crew of 2 who will meet your every need, there is plenty of space for 6 guests who want their own private getaway.

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? 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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Princess Yachts Release Brand New 56 Model

Having been so successful with the 54 model, Princess Yachts have recently released the new and fantastic 56. On first inspection, these two models look extremely alike, but the new Princess 56 is actually 4ft longer, and has had 7in added to it's beam. This makes it a 60ft yacht, spacious inside and on her flybridge, which is now much longer.

The interior space is extraordinary for a yacht of this size; in each of her cabins and heads she has 6ft 2in of headroom. Each of her 3 cabins is spacious and this is down to the fact that on this new model, the galley area has been placed at deck level. This may slightly impose upon the saloon area, but Princess have not taken anything away from the seating area.

The master cabin is much brighter than its predecessor, as Princess have replaced three small windows with two, much larger, one pane windows, looking out onto the beauty of the waters and destinations where you are moored. The master has an en suite, while the two guest cabins share one head between them.

An absolutely brilliant feature of the new Princess 56 is the seating area on her flybridge. The base of the seat pulls away and once an infill cushion has been placed, the “seat” has now become a little sunpad.

For those looking to buy a yacht, this Princess 56 is available at around £1,000,000, and will provide you with luxury and stability in a stunning yacht for years to come.

For charter on the other hand, we have lots of Princess yachts available. One of our favourite of these is the wonderful SORANA, a 67 foot Princess with a flybridge. She has a fun yet professional crew and is perfect for a charter in the Caribbean.

Don't fancy a Princess, but 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.

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Luxury Yacht manufacturer Princess introduces its new range for 2013!

The Revolutionary Princess V48

Prestigious yacht manufacturer Princess is set for an exciting year in 2013 with the launch of a new V48, a 52 Flybridge, 82 and 88 motor yachts to their range.  The new V48 is the biggest new development, with the introduction of Volvo’s IPS system, which is set to dramatically increase fuel efficiency, speed and onboard comfort. The IPS system is truly remarkable and boasts impressive performance, which include the following:

• 30% reduced fuel consumption
• 30% less CO2 emissions
• 50% lower perceived noise level
• 40% longer cruising range
• 20% higher top-speed

The model will feature triple sliding cockpit doors and a large electronically retractable panoramic sunroof, leaving guests open to elements and maximising light onboard. She will feature 2 double cabins, both with en suite, as well as a spacious galley and saloon area.

Princess 52 Flybridge

Princess’s new 52 Flybridge model is an excellent replacement for the outgoing 50, having been inspired by the Princess 56, which was recently seen at the Southampton Boat Show. She features the brands trademark pane of glass, which floods light into the master cabin and the yacht below. The new 52 is set to be much more spacious than her predecessor, as well as offering great performance thanks to resin infusion technology, which reduces weight, increasing speed and fuel efficiency. Resin Infusion Technology is a specialized laminating technique, which greatly improves the quality and strength of fibre glass parts, in comparison to normal hand lay up parts. This creates the optimization of a part in terms of strength and durability. She would be a great choice for a luxury day charter yacht, featuring a large U-shape seating forward faced by a two-person sofa, making her a very sociable vessel.

Master Stateroom on the 82

The new Princess 82 motor yacht epitomises sleek lines, spacious interiors and impeccably appointed exteriors. She has extended window lines, which give a sporty and sophisticated feel to the yacht, whilst providing natural light throughout the yacht. Her interior is light, sophisticated and beautifully detailed with an intelligent use of space throughout.  The main deck saloon incorporates comfortable furnishings and a formal dining area, which is separated from the wheelhouse and highly, specified galley to ensure guest privacy, particularly important for owners with crew or chartering intentions.  She is a great choice for family charters with her 4 beautifully appointed en-suite cabins. The master cabin is modern, yet elegant, with a great mixture of dark wood and soft furnishings.

The Princess designers of the 88 have once again excelled in creating exterior and interior spaces that are generous in size, exceptionally well finished and incredibly flexible whether entertaining or relaxing.  For the first time on a Princess of this size, a powered balcony can be specified which folds neatly from the starboard side deck, connecting the saloon with the anchorage through sliding glass doors and the lower deck accommodation is also wonderfully versatile providing owners with the choice of four or five en-suite cabins to suit their needs. The Princess 88 promises to be yet another class leading model from the brand when she launches in 2013.

We have a great range of Princess yachts available from ports all around the Mediterranean. If you would like to charter a Princess yacht from the French / Italian Riviera, Greece, Spain or the Balearics, please enquire via our website or send an email to [email protected]. Watch this space for more press releases and news on industry shows.