The continuing star of the Mediterranean has got to be the island of Mallorca. With sunshine from April to October, glistening turquoise waters, over 200 miles of stunning coastline and hundreds of beaches and coves only accessible by sea, it is no wonder that people flock to the island year after year. There is no better way to discover the beauty of Mallorca than by sea aboard a stunning classic yacht.
Last week was the largest edition of the Monaco Yacht Show yet, and the Boatbookings team examined some of the finest and largest yachts available for your yacht charter. Our highlight of the show was M/Y NERO, a stunning 90m Corsair Yacht completed in 2008.
The Myanmar tourism industry continues to develop. Last month, the Myanmar government announced that it will launch an e-visa system for people arriving to Yangon International Airport. For people looking to do some traveling in Burma, then heading to Kawthaung for a yacht charter in the Mergui, this is a big improvement. Hopefully this system will expand to other points of entry as well in the future.
For those looking for “final frontier” sailing destinations, they don’t come any better than the Mergui Archipelago of Myanmar – 800 uninhabited islands almost untouched by humans, clear blue waters and not a footprint in the sand. This truly is one of the world’s most unspoilt destinations. You can sail for days and not see another yacht, although more and more luxury yachts are making Myanmar part of their schedule.
The amazing KERI LEE III will be there in October and November this year.
If you like historic charter yachts, these two classic yachts from the 1940’s, CALISTO and MAID MARION II, are based in Phuket, and available for charters in Myanmar.
The best sailing season for Myanmar is November to April each year, so be sure to look at Boatbooking’s selection of yachts for charter in the Mergui Archipelago. Stay tuned for more yachts available for charter in Myanmar.
If you love your food, NAJADE is the yacht for you! Chef Christophe Fischbach uses the finest ingredients and naturally grown regional products to create wonderful meals heavily influenced by his travels worldwide. Boatbookings charter broker Cordelia recently visited this yacht for lunch and was treated to the incredible menu below:
The stunning Feadship NAJADE was launched in 1965 and has been meticulously maintained, making her look like she was launched just yesterday. Her tasteful decor exudes a feeling of luxury and gradeur. Her top deck is a truly marvellous place to relax and soak up the sun. Her 5 cabins will accommodate up to 9 guests. A multitude of watertoys including kayaks, paddleboards, waterskis and donut will keep you entertained for hours.
So why not take advantage of the low season rates at this quieter time of year and escape the daily routine for a week of food and fun on board NAJADE. The sun is still shining on the French Riviera and your itinerary can include all the hotspots of this popular destination. Contact one of the team at Boatbookings to assist you in booking your stay on board NAJADE.
The summer sailing season is in full swing and while for many charterers that means heading to the Mediterrean for blue skies and turquoise waters, there are those among the Boatbookings team that like to brave the chillier waters of the United Kingdom.
Once a year on the East Kent Coast the annual Swale Smack and Sailing Barge Race takes place in the River Swale. Run by the Kentish Sail Association each race draws together perhaps the biggest fleet of historic vessels that can be seen at any one time anywhere in the county.
This year saw a particularly early start to the race with the first boats setting off at 6:00 am. Cries of “don’t worry, we’ll be home and on the gin by 11” proved false as a particularly light and fluky wind saw to it that it was one of the longer races we have had for several years. After drifting round the first two marks, the wind began to pick up for the homeward journey and the competition really began. Leading our class we were cruising nicely towards some silverware when a halyard snapped and down came the topsail. One sail change later (we like to think executed as smartly as aboard a JCLASS but probably not), we were speeding along again and over the finish line well ahead of our competition. Prize giving and celebratory drinks lasted well into the night because in the end, isn’t that what we all go to sea for?
The Boatbookings Team cater for all of your yachting wishes and requirements, from sailing regattas to super yachts. Our team provide hands on experience, expertise and unrivalled knowledge in all areas, ensuring that your charter is as memorable as possible.
