Cannes Film Festival – Top Offer on Top Drawer Luxury

When the world’s most celebrated and glamorous descend upon the French Riviera, blend in seamlessly on PARAMOUR; 43 metres of pure luxury and elegance that will wow friends, family and passers-by alike.

When you feel like escaping the city’s party atmosphere, Paramour’s interior is no less impressive than her exterior. Elegantly designed throughout with wood linings and plush furniture, you’ll be able to relax in supreme comfort. Both the Salon and the Sky Lounge are spacious and peaceful, providing the ideal space to entertain or to enjoy your favourite films or music whilst the welcoming crew of 9 tend to your every need. All of the 6 staterooms are similarly supremely elegant with wonderfully inviting beds and spoiling, marble-lined en suite bathrooms.

During the day, sink into the jacuzzi and soak up the sun with a cocktail from the adjacent bar or watch the world go by from the on deck dining area.

When the urge for something more active takes you, there is exercise equipment on board with weights and yoga mats, whilst a full array of scuba gear, water skis, fishing gear and water toys imaginable allow you and your family to enjoy the Mediterranean until your hearts are content.air blower

All of this luxury comes at surprisingly affordable rates with the owners having secured and paid for your berth, allowing you just to sit back and relax in the place to be and to be seen in May 2014. Available between 19th and 25th May, contact us for more information on chartering PARAMOUR.

Posted on March 3, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Crewed Catamarans – a great value alternative to Motor Yachts, read on and discover what other people don’t know…

When thinking of a luxury yacht charter vacation it is often crewed motor yachts that spring to mind and not catamarans, in many respects it’s easy to understand why. It’s true luxury crewed motor yacht charters and super yacht charter are an ultimate luxury vacation but they can be prohibitively expensive, that’s where the crewed catamaran comes into play!

Boatbookings.com Charter Director Lambros thinks that, ‘Catamarans are in many ways as good – or even better than motor yachts’ read on to find out why!

HEMISPHERE - The largest Catamaran in the World! — HEMISPHERE – The largest Catamaran in the World!

Reasons to charter a Crewed Catamaran:

– Due to their width, they are very stable, not pitching and rolling on the seas as mono-hulls sometimes do (boats with just one hull sailing yachts and motor boats)

-A wide beam (width) also means that catamarans are extremely spacious – a 60ft catamaran has the same space overall as a 80+ Ft motor yacht,

– Modern catamarans have fly bridges similar to those found on motor yachts, offering a new dimension and element of space.

– Crewed Catamarans in the Caribbean are often ‘all-inclusive’ so there’s no need to worry about expenses.

– The only real minus points for catamarans vs motor yachts is the speed: where a fast m/y cruises at 25knots, a catamaran can only go up to 10-12knots – not a problem when you want to sit back, relax and enjoying the scenery.

Below is a small selection of our favourite crewed catamarans, just click on the picture or boat name to find out more!

Based in the Caribbean:

ALETHEIA:

ENIGMA:

GYPSY PRINCESS:

Awarded 'Best Catamaran under 50 ft at the BVI Yacht Show 2012' — Awarded ‘Best Catamaran under 50 ft at the BVI Yacht Show 2012’

Based in the Mediterranean:

ALLURES:

MOBY DICK:

MOYA:

Enquire today and speak to one of our experts to learn more about chartering a crewed catamaran!

Posted on February 28, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

NAMELESS – A brand new Superyacht that’s got everyone talking!

M/Y NAMELESS is the latest offering from esteemed Italian builders Mondo Marine and has been described as their most elegant and sophisticated Superyacht to date. At Boatbookings.com think she’s pretty awesome, read on to find out what all the fuss is about.

M/Y NAMELESS – majestic and easily recognisable while cruising

Her striking dark hull and cutting exterior lines ensure that she’ll stand out this summer in the Western Mediterranean. Her exterior deck spaces are excellent, three large decks with several comfortable and innovative seating areas. Shaded al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the upper deck whilst taking in incredible Mediterranean views. However it’s the Sun Deck that’s the real show stopper on M/Y NAMELESS.

Sun Deck – complete with comfortable lounging and seating options, a very sociable layout.

A stunning plunge pool, lined with hand-made tiles using a Florentine method from dating back to 1906 is as unusual as it is beautiful and sums up both the opulence and uniqueness of M/Y NAMELESS.

Enjoy the view!

Her interior is chic, bright and comfortable. Effortless Italian flair can be felt throughout as a result of designer Luca Dini’s creative use of Foglizzo leather, rare onyx and exotic marbles. There are eclectic art pieces with reference to Fendi and Leonardo da Vinci and innovative use of light throughout. Her design has already caught the eye of many industry professionals and has been recognised with a nomination for the World Superyacht Awards.

The main saloon – an immaculate blend of colours and materials

Her five cabins can accommodate up to 11 guests, each cabin features rare marble in the en-suite bathrooms, the latest audio visual equipment and handmade silk bedspreads. The master stateroom is stunning, complete with private study and large en-suite marble bathroom, guests will be amazed by the space and quality of this cabin.

The amazing Master Stateroom!

One of the full beam VIP cabins

It’s time to book your summer 2014 Superyacht vacation, get in touch today!

Posted on February 12, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Download Boatbookings’s brand new iBook ‘Yacht Charter 101’ on iTunes for FREE!

Boatbookings is very pleased to announce the publication of our new iBook – Yacht Charter 101: Planning the Perfect Charter Vacation. Now you can read all about luxury yacht chartering from the comfort of your iPad.

The book has covers the basics of planning a yacht charter, provides extensive information on all of the key yacht charter regions, and discusses contracts, pricing and how to choose the right yacht for you. We are offering you the download of Yacht Charter 101 free as our way of helping give you the information you need to go on a yacht charter this year.

The Founder of Boatbookings.com has used his vast expertise of the yachting industry to create a concise yet comprehensive guide to chartering a luxury yacht anywhere in the world. The book is written for first-time charterers but also valuable for any experienced charters who are thinking about a new destination or type of boat.

The Chapters are: The Allure of a Yacht Charter, Types of Yacht Charters, Charter Destinations, How to Charter a Yacht, Next Steps and an Extensive Glossary

The Destinations chapter covers the key ports in the Caribbean (including the BVI, Grenadines, St Barths, St Martin, Bahamas, etc), Mediterranean (including the French Riviera, Corsica, Italy, Greece, Croatia and Spain), SouthEast Asia, Tahiti and more, with pictures of the charter areas and notes about things to do, the cuisine, climate and best times to charter. Download Yacht Charter 101 as a trusted source of yachting info.

Yacht Charter 101: Planning the Perfect Charter Vacation is available for free download on iTunes now!

Posted on January 31, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

2 Boys In a Boat – Only hours until the end of their Atlantic Crossing!

It’s been a while since Boatbookings have written about Jamie and Luke, two intrepid young men who are currently crossing the Atlantic as team 2 Boys In A Boat. Armed with nothing but dehydrated food and a rowing boat, they are set to become the youngest pair ever to complete the crossing! The boys have been rowing continuously in 2 hour windows, for 12 hours through the day and night, come rain or shine. They have faced a mountain of setbacks – including a few injuries too gruesome to mention – not to mention waves that could easily have been casted as extras in ‘The Perfect Storm”. They are now just 55 nautical miles from Antigua – the finish line of the Talisker Whisky Challenge – the world’s hardest rowing competition which in 2006 saw Olympic rowing champions Ben Fogle and James Cracknell finish in 2nd place. During the event, no outside support is allowed and no extra supplies such as food and water are given to the teams. In an interview with the BBC, Luke said, “The days have all just blurred into one. I haven’t sat down with my knees below my hips and I haven’t eaten a meal with a knife and fork. It is uncomfortable a lot of the time but being so close to finish we don’t really care” They’ve raised over £185000 for Breast Cancer Care – well above their £150000 target – we wish them the best of luck for the final push! Do you fancy visiting Antigua yourself without the hardship of 2 Boys In A Boat? Contact us here at Boatbookings or submit an enquiry form to find a luxury yacht charter suitable for you!

Posted on January 27, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓