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Bareboat Charter Galley Tip: Enjoy the Taste of Paradise with this amazing Lemongrass Shrimp and Mango Salad

Whatever type of bareboat charter you plan in the Bahamas or Caribbean  you'll want to impress family and friends with this enticing yet simple dish. The recipe is provided exclusively to Boatbookings clients by Lisa Sellers, executive chef at Peter Island Resort. Be a gourmet chef on your next charter by using the cornucopia of fresh ingredients locally available in paradise.

Chef Sellers' Signature Shrimp Dish

Lemongrass infused Shrimp, Green Papaya & Mango œSalad

Serves 4 People

12 shrimp- size 16/20, peeled & deveined

1 stick fresh lemongrass

Sea Salt & Freshly ground black pepper

1 ripe mango

1 green Papaya

½ Sweet red peppers

½ Sweet Green Peppers

Dried Mango slices

Dried Green Papaya Slices

A small pinch fresh Chilies

Extra virgin Olive Oil

Method:

Crush the lemongrass and chop, mix with shrimp & salt & Pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil cover and marinate for a few hours

Finely chop mango, green papaya, peppers & mix, add chili and season to taste, bind with a small amount of mango puree

Heat a sautéed pan, with olive oil, sear of the shrimp both sides, and cook, this will take about 3-4 minutes,

Arrange the mango & green papaya salad in a mold; place the shrimp on the plate, putting dried papaya & Mango slices in between the shrimp

Garnish with Micro greens or arugula.

Enjoy!

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MY Willpower To Debut at Cannes Boat Show

The Cannes Festival de la Plaisance (Cannes Boat Show) this September provides a wonderful opportunity to see many fabulous yachts on display. Among them will be Heesen Yachts’ ninth in the 3700 series, MY Willpower. The yacht, styled by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, derives a particularly impressive presence form her streamlined profile and lustrous Super Jet Black hull.

The goal of interior designer Gabriel Bernardi of was to create a timeless sense of style through the use of interior elements reminiscent of classic yachts. He states, “My inspiration for this interior and most of my interiors in general, is this incredibly sophisticated era between the two world wars, where style and entertainment took position over outward displays of wealth. Craftsmanship, style, beauty and above all charm were important ingredients to life and people had an aesthetic appreciation and were rarely vulgar.”

Although unusual in contemporary interiors, classic yachts featured freestanding furniture that could be rearranged to accommodate varying social situations, from business meetings to cocktail parties. Bernardi reintroduces this functionality with the same high-level sophistication and quality craftsmanship found on storied vessels of the mid-war period.

Despite MY Willpower’s retro aura it is a thoroughly modern yacht. The owner’s suite, located on the main deck, and four guest cabins are located on the lower deck, are beautifully appointed with convenient amenities and ample storage. Exterior social areas include the spacious sundeck with sitting area, wet bar and spa pool. Powered by twin MTU 16V 4000 M90 diesel engines, MY Willpower can slice through waves at a speedy 31 knots. In addition, VT Naiad, Active trim tab stabilization helps to insure a smooth ride.

LOA: 122’

Beam: 24′

Draft: 7’

Maximum speed: 31 knots

Range: 2,000 nm @ 12 knots

Fuel: 8,700 Gal.

Water: 2,100 Gal.

Hull type: twin screw, hard chine, semi-displacement

Hull and superstructure material: aluminum

Photo Credits: profile Ren̩ Keuvelaar Рshed Dick Holthuis

We will be blogging all the news from the Cannes Boat Show – and if you plan to be there and would like to look at specific charter yachts, please feel free to contact us – we’d love to meet you!

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Tips for planning the Perfect Family Yacht Charter

The Triton Newspaper just released the results of a survey that questioned captains and crew about having children as guests onboard yachts. Respondents were primarily crew on yachts between 80 and 140 feet in length.  Over 81% of yachts expect to have kids aboard during the high season, and 74% enjoy having children as guests.

In general, although contractually the legal responsibility belongs to the charterers, the crew make every effort to both entertain and educate their younger guests. Charter yachts normally feature a variety of onboard activities to amuse children and grown-ups alike. Besides cards, board games and entertainment systems with the latest movies, video games and the ever-popular Wii, crews are generally delighted to have a junior chef or mini-mate who is eager to literally learn the ropes.

Typical activities the crew do with kids are fishing (always a huge favorite), water sports (kids love them and it tires them out!), helping  prepare food in the galley, and having a treasure hunt. Kids also love just learning how yachts work, such as seeing the engines, navigation systems, and gadgets in the bridge.

The way to insure a successful family charter is to carefully consider everyone’s needs and expectations in advance. Communication between the charter agent, parents, children and the crew is key to having a great experience that is memorable for everyone, regardless of age.   Please see “Chartering with Children” for some valuable tips on family charter.
Here is the Triton article in its entirety.

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New Moonen 133′ Yacht Sophia III: Size Matters

Moonen Shipyard reaches new lengths in undertaking construction of the elegant Moonen 133, their largest build to date, that is scheduled to debut at the Monaco Yacht Show in 2012. The modified long-range explorer yacht is easily recognizable as a Moonen progeny, combining traditional features within a modern context.

The overall design created by the Moonen design team, in collaboration with René van der Velden, gracefully succeeds in overcoming some unique design challenges. For example, the owner, an experienced yachtsman and a repeat Moonen client, wished for long-range capabilities yet ability to access smaller areas with a shallow draft.

Another design challenge was to house and launch the owner’s personal two-man submarine as safely and efficiently as possible. The solution was to store the submarine on deck and to launch with a hydraulic ramp, creating a space that then converts to a voluminous swim platform. Another notable design feature places the tender on the wheelhouse deck to be launched either to port or starboard via a centerline crane.

Spacious interiors include six guest cabins with a full-beam master suite and social areas that feature oversized windows for spectacular views. The owner has again chosen to work with Artline for stylish interiors that will likely be elegantly contemporary. The Moonen 133′ is designed and built as a family yacht, making it the perfect option for future family charters. In the meantime, please visit Boatbookings.com to charter your ideal yacht today!

Moonen 133 Sophia III

LOA: 133′

Beam: 29′

Draft: 7’8″

Fuel: 11,348 GAL.

Water: 2,639 GAL.

Engines: 2 x Cat C32 DI-TTA Acert MKIII

Maximum Speed: 14.5 knots

Cruising Speed: 12 knots

Range: 5,000 nm at 9 knots

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Lürssen Yachts’ 196’ KATIE SUE II: Much Anticipated July Delivery

On May 31st, Lürssen launched project Katie Sue II, with delivery scheduled for the end of July. The archetypical gleaming white yacht embodies classic styling by Espen Oeino, who has sensually softened the dynamic, thrusting profile with curved architectural features and 180-degree panoramic windows.

Interior design by Glade Johnson merges stylish, contemporary furnishings with sophisticated, traditional details that serve to divide voluminous spaces into social areas that project elegance, warmth and serenity.

The spectacular sweep of windows on the main and upper decks infuses these areas with natural light. On the main deck, guests may enjoy an exquisite dinner in the formal dining area or opt for a casual respite outside aft. Of the five guest staterooms, one is located on the upper deck and four on the lower deck. All suites are spacious and characterized by thoughtfully appointed amenities including oversize vertical portholes for splendid views.

Up on the sun deck, special features include a wind-protected area amidships that may function as a gym, and a plush seating area for sunning that wraps around the Jacuzzi forward. When the sun goes down, this deck becomes party central, equipped with a disco sound system and lighting.

Please visit Boatbookings.com to view our stunning selection of Lürssen Yachts available for charter.

Loa: 196’10’’

Beam: 37’6’’

Maximum speed: 15.5 knots

Range: 7,000 nm.

Engines: 2x Caterpillar 1,455 kW

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