The 5 Billion Dollar Yacht? Yes it is made of gold!

What does one do with $4,800,000,000? Well it seems an anonymous Malaysian businessman commissioned a yacht made of gold and platinum. The boat also features furnishings made from meteor stones and Tyrannosaurus rex bones! If this doesn’t scream luxury yachts then what does?

The boat, HISTORY SUPREME uses 100,000kg of gold, with it being used on both the hull and the anchor. Here at Boatbookings.com we doubt this yacht is suited to the water, however as an exercise it’s bound to throw the major super-yacht owners with its closest rival being ECLIPSE with a build cost of $800 million.

Get Ready for Miami Day Charter Yachts

South Beach in Miami is one of the hippest places to live in the world. Famed for its art deco architecture, fusion of cultures and the incredible shopping on Ocean Drive, Miami is a very fond place in people's hearts. Chartering a yacht provides endless opportunities to socialise with your friends and family, especially for a memorable occasion like a holiday, birthday or wedding.

BON VIVANT

We have an ever expanding fleet of wonderful day charter yachts, available in an array of sizes, styles and budgets. Our favourite charter yacht of the day is BON VIVANT, a sleek Riva Splendida 72 crewed motor yacht. If you are looking for sweeping lines, vast deck spaces and a wonderful crew, look no further. She is one of the best looking day charter yachts in the world! Starting from South Beach, head south and visit the stunning Miami Keys.

Great decks on board this Riva

Discover all that the Greek islands have to offer on board PARIS A

Paris-A

The Greek islands offer some of the best waters for cruising and some of the most breathtaking scenery in the whole of the Mediterranean, PARIS A is the perfect yacht to experience the Greek Islands in style and comfort. PARIS A is a custom built Maiora 35 designed to be as comfortable and stylish as possible.  Built in 2009, she is packed with technology, toys and extras. With 5 luxuriously appointed cabins, PARIS A can accommodate up to 10 guests in ultimate luxury.

Dodecanese

The Greek islands are made up of 2000 separate islands, most of which are unspoilt and steeped in history. Moor off the Dodecanese island group, often referred to as the ‘sunniest corner of Greece’ which includes Rhodes where fig trees and olive groves line the hill sides, concealing ancient temples and ruins. The islands are also renowned for great, fresh cuisine, served up at one of many beach side Greek tavernas by friendly locals, great for lunches or dinners on land, although you may see no reason to ever leave PARIS A and we wouldn’t blame you!

PARIS A is perfect for families or friends as she comes equipped with a huge array of water sports toys, including a jet ski, water skis, banana boatalong with much more. She also has 3 tenders, one of which is glass bottomed, perfect for viewing the sea life of the crystal clear waters of the Aegean sea.

A gathering not to be missed – The Rodriguez Group Rendez-Vous in St Tropez

RodriguezRendezVous1Saturday 27th July will mark the 19th Edition of the Rodriguez Group Rendez-Vous in the heart of St. Tropez. This event involves a culmination of staff, loyal owners, future clients and big names in the business coming together to celebrate the successes of this yachting giant. The event is celebrated with up to 40 of the group's newest and finest yachts on display, lavish fireworks and plenty of media coverage to guarantee no spectacle goes unnoticed.

Last year saw the Rodriguez Group celebrate their 40th anniversary with the largest Rendez-Vous to date with 800 guests marking the landmark year, and this year will no doubt succeed in impressing with the same level of grandeur and prowess this company possesses.

The Rodriguez Group are responsible for big names such as Mangusta and Pershing, cementing them comfortably towards the top of the finest yachting groups in the world. Since 1972, they have been surprising and innovating the industry with luxury motor yachts in along the Mediterranean. Mangusta in particular with their large super yachts that still manage class leading cruising speeds.

LESMangustaRendezVous

LES is a Mangusta 108, a prime example of magnificent engineering combined with sleek Italian design, is without doubt a jewel in the Rodriguez Group's yachting crown. She has masses of space both inside and outside, providing the charter with ample space to relax and enjoy the Mediterranean climate. As well as this, LES maintains a mesmerising cruising speed of 35 knots despite her 33.5 metre length, meaning she combines both speed and luxury to become the dream charter. She even oozes Italian style with her aft sunbathing area that actually doubles up as a large jacuzzi! LES is perfect for large groups to enjoy her array of amenities and toys, or even for the ultimate luxurious corporate charter.

The Cannes Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique; Charter a Yacht for the Best Fireworks this Summer!

One of the best ways to witness the Cannes Festival d’Art Pyrotechnique this summer is from your own private yacht. Escape the crowds and busy beaches, lie back on your own luxury sun loungers without developing a crick in your neck as you look up to the sky, and watch the battle to win the best fireworks display.

See the sky light up with bursts of colours and dazzling lights, and feel the vibration of the bangs echoing around the bay of Cannes. From your own yacht out on the water, it is like your very own private display. Sit back, sip on a glass of champagne and enjoy your luxury yacht charter in Cannes with your friends and family!

The summer 2013 schedule is as follows:

  • – Sunday 14th July – Greece
    Theme: Le Concert
    By NANOS Fireworks
    (This is also Bastille Day in France, so expect some celebrations!)
  • – Sunday 21st July – Italy
    Theme: From Cannes with Love
    By VACCALLUZZO Pirotecnia
  • – Monday 29th July –  France
    Theme: Le Temps c’est de l’Amour (Time is Love)
    By ECF Evénement

    Aqua Blue Sunseeker
    Yachts such as AQUA BLUE IRELAND make great choices for viewing the fireworks in Cannes
  • – Wednesday 7th August – Hong Kong
    Theme: Les Racines du Fleuve Jaune (The Roots of the Yellow River)
    By PYRO MAGIC
  • – Thursday 15th August – Portugal
    Theme: Radio Artifice
    By LUSO Pirotecnia
  • – Saturday 24th August – France (Out of competition)
    Theme: Explosif Circus
    By J. COUTURIER Org.