The Monaco Yacht Show 2014 – Set to be the biggest yet!

The Monaco Yacht Show – the world’s greatest homage to the world’s largest, wackiest and most incredible super yachts. 2013 saw another growth in the show with what critics called “the best selection yet” with a revival of the sailing yacht, and several new eco-friendly models such as the Arcadia 35 taking prime positions. We’ve just heard that 2014 is set to be even larger, with 14 new positions available to cater for an increase in demand.

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The new locations will make full use of the new Monaco Yacht Club due for completion this year. 118 spaces are now available for up to 120 metre yachts, with an average length per berth of well over 50 metres. The organisers are also allowing for an increase in exhibitors, adding 400 square metres for stands.

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GALACTICA STAR – Heesen’s new 65 metre super yacht was best in show for the Boatbookings team!

Sources say the extension shows a “great sign for economic recovery and major development in emerging markets.” We can’t agree more, and we certainly can’t wait to see the new arrivals for 2014! Keep up to date with the latest industry news and boat show updates by following us on Twitter.

Seasonal Offers on a Sensational Sunseeker!

FIRECRACKER is one of our favourite Sunseekers in the south of France for family vacations. She offers a great range of outside space, an extensive list of water toys, stabilisers for total comfort when at anchor and a chef described by a previous charterer as “talented beyond belief.” From her home berth in Antibes, the crew are keen to welcome guests on board for the upcoming season.

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As well as being a beautiful, fresh and clean boat the owners of FIRECRACKER are offering exciting reductions for May and June. Book a charter for 7 days or longer and receive a 10% reduction, 10 days or longer for a 15% reduction and 14 days or longer for a huge 20% reduction in the low season charter fee of €43,000!

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FIRECRACKER is already getting filled up for the high season, and with these fantastic reductions she’ll get filled up in May and June too! Contact us today and don’t miss out on this rare charter opportunity.

IMPERIAL PRINCESS for a truly Royal Charter in the Bahamas or the Caribbean

Following our blog on the newly-available-for-charter NAMELESS, we are continuing our blogs along the theme of beautiful interior design matched with sleek and sexy exterior style. IMPERIAL PRINCESS is one of Princess Yachts’ largest creations at an awe-inspiring 40 metres. Rave reviews from the Antigua Yacht Show combined with an award from the 2013 Super Yacht Design Awards make her really something worth talking about, but we’ll let the pictures do the talking here…

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IMPERIAL PRINCESS has stunning contemporary design with a neutral theme running throughout to create a calm and relaxing environment for your vacation. She accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully executed cabins, including a special “his” shower room and “hers” bathroom on the master. She has 8 crew to guarantee every need is satisfied.

imperialprincess4IMPERIAL PRINCESS is available around the Bahamas during the summer season, heading south to Antigua for the winter. For more information on chartering her, contact the Boatbookings team today.

Boat Hire to the Top French Riviera Beach Clubs

Whether you’re chartering for a week or a day on the French Riviera this summer, food is no doubt on your mind. What better way to enjoy the picturesque coastline, a cool breeze and of course fantastic fresh food than at one of the Riviera’s famous beach clubs; hire a yacht for the day from Cannes, St Tropez or any of our French Riviera destinations for a memorable day out!

Our top guide has the club for you whether you’re visiting Monaco at one end, or St Tropez at the other.

club55Club 55 is perhaps St Tropez’s most famous beach club; on approaching you’ll see the novel cabanas housing striking blue beach cushions. The place to stop if you want to bump into the rich and famous without a doubt! Situated on Pampelonne Beach you’ll be able to relax for the day, enjoying the view of the world’s largest super yachts as they anchor in these turquoise waters. Since its creation in 1955, Club 55 has led the way in setting trends for beach clubs around the world, offering the finest fresh food money can buy.

nikkibeachSticking around Pampelonne Beach, we also have the buzzing atmosphere at Nikki Beach. Best known for its parties that continue well into the evening, Nikki Beach also has some of the finest cuisine around. We highly recommend their sharing platters, each themed by a Nikki Beach Club around the world! Cool white decoration provides the perfect background for the hottest pool parties on the Riviera!

palomacombinedA favourite of the Boatbookings team, Paloma Beach is situated is the striking and dramatic bay of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Once again, a haven for the world’s coolest and largest luxury yachts the daunting cliff faces create a secluded place to enjoy a relaxing extended lunch and enjoy the crystal clear waters. Simplicity and authenticity is the key here, with fish being the centre of attention, whether it be a whole catch of the day to share or beautifully contemporary seafood dishes there’s something on this menu for every taste. It is most easily accessible by boat, so why not charter for the day from Monaco and visit this beautiful beach club?

nioulargoBack in St Tropez, Nioulargo has very different offerings to any beach club on the Riviera coastline. With two outstanding but very contrasting restaurants, one offering traditional flavours of the Mediterranean and the other fusing flavours of the East Nioulargo and Kailargo offer a completely original dining experience. Wash them down with one of the many refreshing cocktails on the menu whilst relaxing at the heart of Pampelonne Beach!

edenplagemalacombinedA truly invigorating and relaxing experience! Eden Plage Mala sits just before Cap d’Ail on the way to Monaco. Accessible only by boat or two mysterious winding paths it’s the perfect retreat if you’re looking to escape the crowds. Stunning booths under beautiful wooden canopies provide shade and give a sense of seclusion, whilst the bright colours around give the whole club an energised feel. Fresh fish and lobster everyday, combined with option of either a Swedish or Japanese massage you’ll leave feeling like a new person! Live bands on the weekends mean Eden Plage Mala even offers something for the party-minded.

Contact the Boatbookings team today for a tailored itinerary for day, weekend or week-long charters and boat rentals in Cannes, Antibes, Monaco, St Tropez and elsewhere along the French Riviera.

News: Price Reductions in Phuket on Luxury Motor Yacht AUSTRALIS!

Arguably one of the most luxurious yachts currently cruising Southeast Asia, AUSTRALIS now has a fantastic price reduction for charters now in Phuket or elsewhere by arrangement. Following our viewing of her at the 2013 Monaco Yacht Show we cannot recommend her highly enough! Her re-fitted, cool and modern interior provides space for up to 12 guests in 5 light cabins. This combined with professional British captain and his excellent crew make for a fantastic charter experience. See more details and review of our viewing of AUSTRALIS here.

 

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Our specialist based in Southeast Asia has second-to-none knowledge of the local cruising areas and looks forward to helping you organise your luxury yacht charter in Thailand. Australis will be back on the French Riviera next summer, awaiting your enquiries!