Boatbookings shares the top yachts and moments from the 2026 East Mediterranean Yacht Show

Each year in Greece, the East Mediterranean Multihull Yacht Show, or EMMYS, invites the region’s top yachts to showcase their best features. Boatbookings team member, Lambros, was honored to attend the 2026 event in Poros, where we continue to search for the most stunning layouts, attentive crews, and delectable menus. We are thrilled to share the best moments from the show and our top yachts that are available for charter in the Mediterranean.

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Standout Yachts

In his search for the highest quality yachts, Lambros came across 3 brand new Fountaine Pajot 80s that he is excited to share with you. Each yacht features large interior and exterior living spaces, retractable balconies, and the highest quality design.

CHRISTAL MIO 8: With living spaces made for luxury, CHRISTAL MIO 80 welcomes up to 8 guests for an unforgettable week in Greece. Relax in her foredeck jacuzzi as you cruise from Athens and hop between the island’s idyllic anchorages.

ALOIA 80: With a galley-down layout, you can luxuriate in ALOIA 80’s expansive saloon, featuring plenty of seating for the whole group. Her crew of 5 delivers discreet, attentive service throughout your time on board, allowing you to experience life at sea with complete ease.

ALINA: Spend your days on ALINA’s bow and take in the sweeping views of Poros. With her professional crew of 5, you can ease into the Eastern European lifestyle, moving effortlessly between historic harbors and secluded bays.

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Show Competition Winners

At the end of the week, a competition is held to recognize the wonderful crew aboard the most memorable yachts. The 2026 winners are available for charter now. Contact a charter expert to begin planning your next trip.

Emerald Category

First Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Andreas Tsitsilianis on board BLUE ONE.

Second Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Giannis Skarlatos on board MAMMA’S.

Third Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Rafael Arapakis on board VALIUM 55.

Tablescaping Competition: Stefanos Tsamis on board SAHANA.

Designer Water Competition: Chef Milen Nikolov on board AURELIA.

Diamond Category

First Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Everest Brachimi on board ALENA.

Second Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Dionysis on board APHAEA.

Third Place Chef’s Competition: Chef Triantafyllos Pnevmatikos on board SAMARA.

Tablescaping Competition: Polina Politidou on board ABOVE & BEYOND.

Designer Water Competition: Chef Magda Gkogkoura on board CHRISTAL MIO 80.

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Contact one of our charter experts to book one of these incredible yachts for your next trip to Greece!

Traditional motor yachts are driven by large diesel engines that require refuelling during the charter. The cost of this fuel has incresead signficiantly because of the recent events in the Middle East.

However, advances in electric propulsion, battery systems, and solar integration are beginning to offer hope that motor yacht charters can be both much cleaner and less expensive. We have reached the point where a luxury power catamaran can run forever – including crossing the Atlantic – using only solar power. The innovative company that accomplished this is Silent Yachts.

Silent Yachts has developed a range of solar powered electric catamarans designed to reduce fuel dependency while maintaining the comfort, range, and onboard experience expected in the luxury charter market. Silent Yachts is just one of the leaders of the nascent shift toward more efficient, cleaner, and technologically advanced cruising.

Why Silent Yachts Matter

Power catamarans are gaining popularity because they use significantly less fuel and offer a more comfortable ride (less rocking).

Silent Yachts designed a power catamaran that changes all of this. Their yachts use large solar arrays integrated directly into the structure of the boat, battery packs, and electric motors. During daylight hours, those panels continuously charge the battery banks that power the electric motors and onboard systems. This creates several major sustainability advantages:

• Lower fuel consumption
• Reduced carbon emissions
• Minimal engine noise
• Less vibration
• Lower operating costs over time
• Reduced dependence on marinas and fuel docks

The result is a boating experience that feels calmer, cleaner, and more connected to the surrounding environment. The reduced engine noise and vibration also create a noticeably different onboard experience, particularly during cruising and at anchor (no generator hum all night long to power the Air Conditioning!).

Sustainability and Luxury are Beginning to Merge

The Silent 62, available through Boatbookings, is a strong example of how solar and battery technologies are now entering the mainstream luxury charter market, bringing high levels of sustainability at lower cost.

This sleek electric power catamaran combines modern luxury with advanced clean-energy technology. Spacious cabins, elegant interiors, wide outdoor lounging areas, and long-range cruising capabilities all come together in a yacht designed for comfort without the traditional environmental footprint.

And because it’s a catamaran platform, the boat is naturally more stable and energy efficient than monohull motor yachts.

For charter clients, this offers an opportunity to experience a quieter and more energy-efficient way to cruise, while still enjoying the space, amenities, and service standards expected from a premium yacht experience.

Toward more sustainable, cleaner, and lower-cost luxury yachting

Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration across every segment of travel, including the luxury marine industry.

While electric yachting is still evolving, companies such as Silent Yachts are demonstrating that lower-emission cruising can be commercially viable, technologically sophisticated, and highly attractive to modern travelers. Please contact us for further information on booking an electric, sustainable yacht in the near future!

Boatbookings shares insights into one of the top yacht charter destinations: The French Riviera

Cruise along the French Riviera in comfort on a day charter, combining exceptional service, elegant surroundings, and access to some of the Mediterranean’s most iconic destinations.

With an array of charter yachts to choose from, you can explore seaside villas and cliffside towns your way. A French Riviera luxury crewed catamaran will offer access to shallow harbors that many larger yachts cannot anchor in. Alternatively, a French Riviera crewed motor yacht promises an elite cruising experience with all the amenities of a 5-star resort.

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During a day charter from Cannes to St. Tropez, you will discover the magical  Îles de Lérins, stop by the iconic Nikki Beach club, and dine at the finest restaurants and bars along the coast. From quiet shores to lively clubs, you can see it all in a single day!

Whether you are anchored off the beaches of St. Tropez, cruising past the coastline of Cannes, or enjoying lunch in the hidden coves of Antibes, a day charter along the French Riviera offers an unforgettable way to explore the coast.

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The Boatbookings charter experts have access to nearly every available yacht on the charter market. They can match you with the one that best fits your needs. Contact our team today to begin planning your next trip to one of the finest places in the world to enjoy a luxury yacht charter, even if only for the day.

Boatbookings shares this week’s featured superyacht, CASA F.

This week’s Boatbookings Superyacht of the Week edition invites you to discover the mythical Greek islands aboard the brand new 2026 Sanlorenzo 500 EXP luxury crewed motor yacht CASA F. Combining Explorer DNA, stylish Italian design, and an impressive range of over 4,000 nautical miles, CASA F is the obvious choice for an unforgettable luxury yacht charter throughout Greece’s most iconic cruising destinations.

Built by the world-renowned Italian shipyard Sanlorenzo, CASA F showcases sophisticated modern interiors, the largest living spaces in her class, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Her best-in-class deck areas make CASA F a standout choice for your Summer 2026 and 2027 Greece yacht charter. Guests can soak up the sunshine on the incredible sundeck, enjoy alfresco dining with panoramic sea views, and unwind with an Aegean Spritz cocktail while anchored in your very own private bay.  

CASA F’s impressive beach club offers effortless access to Greece’s most secluded bays, while her selection of water toys ensures endless entertainment for guests of all ages. Whether exploring hidden coves in Milos by paddleboard, E-Foiling along the coastline of Antiparos, or cruising to your sunset reservations in Mykonos, CASA F delivers an exceptional charter experience from start to finish.

Accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully appointed staterooms, including a stunning full-beam master suite on the main deck featuring its own private balcony, CASA F is perfectly designed for a fun-filled family charter. Her inviting social spaces create a refined yet welcoming atmosphere, ideal for long alfresco lunches with friends before discovering the most sought-after port towns in the Cyclades

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Make a Boatbookings enquiry today to begin planning your summer 2026 and 2027 luxury yacht charter aboard CASA F in Greece. The Boatbookings Charter Specialists will create a fully personalised itinerary tailored to your preferences, ensuring your next superyacht charter is truly unforgettable.

Boatbookings shares insights into the hottest charter destination for Christmas and New Year’s.

When you charter a luxury crewed motor yacht in St. Barths during the festive season, you get to be part of a global yachting phenomenon. With front-row access to a glowing harbor, exclusive entry to elite beach clubs, and the privacy of your own sundeck, a Christmas and New Year’s yacht charter becomes the most sought-after vacation of the year.

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During the holidays, St. Barths’ beach clubs hit their peak energy. Hotspots like Nikki Beach come alive with international DJs, themed lunches, fashion crowds, and celebrations that begin in the afternoon and go well into the night. When you are ready for some privacy, simply step back on board and retreat to your private sundeck for a serene afternoon, soaking up the warm Caribbean sun.

During late December, St. Barths takes on an unmistakably European elegance. Designer boutiques, rosé-soaked lunches, and refined gourmet dining create an atmosphere reminiscent of the French Riviera, reimagined in the heart of the Caribbean.

At the same time, the island offers a warm-weather escape from the northern winter. Surrounded by turquoise waters and vibrant reefs, guests can fill their 7-day St. Barths motor yacht itinerary with easy swims, fascinating snorkel sites, and endless adventures both above and below the surface.

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The charter experts at Boatbookings are thrilled to create your perfect holiday season itinerary through the Leeward Islands. Whenever you are ready to begin planning your trip, contact our team for a bespoke proposal.